Aerotime

JUNE 22, 2025

Samson Sky, the company behind the Switchblade Flying Car, has announced a major upgrade to its manufacturing process that significantly cuts both production time and costs for key flying vehicle components. The update is focused on a newly implemented system for producing carbon fiber parts. According to Samson Sky, this new process reduces production costs by 50% and increases part fabrication speed by 800% compared to traditional carbon fiber manufacturing methods.

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Tail Approach Aviation Technology 152

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

The Pratt & Whitney PW1100G, a variant of the engine series marketed as the P&W GTF, used on the A320neo, has received a further update, the GTF Advantage (GTF-A). This engine was announced in December 2021, with the manufacturer claiming it to have better fuel efficiency, durability, and the ability to deliver high thrust at hot and high-altitude airports.

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Thrust 90

Aerotime

JUNE 22, 2025

More than 250 victims of the tragic Air India crash in Ahmedabad have now been formally identified through DNA testing. On June 22, 2025, Indian authorities confirmed that 251 victims of the crash and the remains of 245 have been returned to their families. The catastrophic accident, one of the deadliest in Indian aviation history, claimed the lives of a total of 275 people.

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Cabin Crew Airline Airlines 152

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

The Boeing 767-300ER has long been a key part of medium- and long-haul operations for airlines across the world. It belongs to the firm’s 767 widebody family that helped define twin-aisle travel from the early 1980s. The Boeing 767 program was first introduced in 1982 and was designed to offer transcontinental and intercontinental performance with lower operating costs than tri-jets and early quad-jets.

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Jet Airline Airlines 93

Aerotime

JUNE 22, 2025

Air India has announced a temporary cut in its narrow-body flight operations. The airline will reduce 118 weekly flights across 19 routes and suspend services on three routes until at least July 15, 2025. In a statement released on June 22, 2025, Air India described this move as a voluntary step. The carrier stated that it aims to enhance operational stability and minimize last-minute disruptions for passengers.

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Stability Cabin Crew Airline Airlines 187

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

The Boeing 737-700 , part of the Next Generation (NG) series, is certified to fly at up to 41,000 feet, a 4,000-foot increase over the Classic series’ 37,000-foot maximum. This certification, shared by all NG models (-600, -700, -800, -900/ER), was validated during a test flight of the 737-700 at 41,000 feet, a milestone for its model certification.

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Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 22, 2025

On this day in aviation history—June 22, 1946—the first jet-powered airmail flight took place, marking a new chapter in postal and aviation progress. Just 43 years after the Wright brothers’ pioneering flight at Kitty Hawk, the idea of using aircraft for mail delivery had evolved dramatically. Airmail had come a long way since French pilot Henri Pequet made the first official airmail flight in India on February 18, 1911.

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Jet Pilot Aviation Technology 71

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

Air France will reportedly suspend all winter Airbus A350 flights on its route between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Denver International Airport (DEN), according to the aviation analytics company Cirium.

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Airlines Airline 109

Aerotime

JUNE 22, 2025

The United States launched a major overnight airstrike targeting Iran’s three key nuclear facilities: Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan. This marked a sharp escalation in the conflict that began with Israeli strikes on June 13, 2024. US President Donald Trump called the strikes a “spectacular military success” and claimed Iran’s nuclear capacity had been “completely obliterated”.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

Turkish Airlines is reportedly scaling back plans to add more flight frequencies to several key US destinations. According to the aviation analytics company Cirium , the Turkish national airline has dropped its plans to add more flights between its main hub at Istanbul Airport (IST) and the cities of Atlanta, San Francisco, and Denver.

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Airlines Airline 87

Defence Blog

JUNE 22, 2025

The Israeli military said Sunday its air force successfully struck multiple Iranian fighter jets at Dezful Airbase in western Iran, including two F-5s and three F-14 Tomcats — aircraft that date back to Iran’s pre-1979 arsenal. The strikes come amid heightened regional tensions and continued Israeli efforts to neutralize threats before they materialize.

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Jet 15

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

The final Boeing 747-8 was delivered to Atlas Air in 2023, while the final Airbus A380 was delivered in 2021. What aircraft is replacing the Jumbo? There isn't one aircraft replacing the Jumbo, although arguably, the nearest candidate is the upcoming Boeing 777X. The Boeing A350 and Boeing 787 families of widebody aircraft are also playing roles in replacing the Queen of the Skies.

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AV Web

JUNE 22, 2025

The Defense Department says seven B-2 bombers carrying 14 GPU-57A “Bunker Buster” deep penetration bombs were used to “obliterate” Iran’s nuclear program in a 30-hour sortie from Whiteman Air Force Base in Kansas. The operation began in the early hours of June 21 and the aircraft recovered June 22. CNN reported the beginning of the mass strike, a decoy operation that sent bombers and tankers west as far as Guam but the real strike, Operation Midnight Hammer, headed

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Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

The Airbus A321neo builds on a legacy of exceptional commercial aircraft, surpassing its predecessor, the A321ceo. The manufacturer claims it achieves a 20% lower fuel burn. The longest of the A320neo family, it is poised to become a game-changer in the long-haul single-aisle market, allowing low-cost carriers (LCCs) like Ryanair and IndiGo to expand their networks to transoceanic and transcontinental destinations.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JUNE 22, 2025

On International Women in Engineering Day (INWED), Christina Martens, engineer at H2FLY , makes the case for why diverse, inclusive teams fuel progress in aviation and beyond. What makes the lack of female role models such a significant barrier for young women considering careers in engineering or aviation? And how can that cycle be broken? The shortage of female role models, especially in leadership positions, reinforces the false stereotype that women aren’t interested in engineering or STEM s

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Lift Approach 40

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

There are perhaps few weapons systems ever developed that are as deadly as the B-2 Spirit bomber. A long-range heavy strategic bomber designed to penetrate enemy anti-aircraft defenses by using low-observable stealth technology, this aircraft might be the deadliest platform operated by the United States Air Force. An extremely unique weapon and the most expensive aircraft ever developed, the B-2 Spirit has long played a key role in the Air Force's global strike capabilities.

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The Aviationist

JUNE 22, 2025

More than 125 aircraft, including 7 B-2 stealth bombers, snuck into Iran while other B-2s were sent to Guam as decoys. Details continue to emerge after the United States struck three nuclear facilities in Iran last night. As we reported earlier, a strike package which included seven B-2 Spirit stealth bombers attacked the Fordow, Natanz […] The post Operation Midnight Hammer: How U.S.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

This list sheds some light on the most scheduled flights where United Express operates its Bombardier Canadair Regional Jet CRJ-550. Whether you’re a frequent flier in the Mid-Atlantic or Windy City, a loyal United Express customer, or a fan of Bombardier jets, this list has a little insight just for you.

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Jet Airline Airlines 86

Defence Blog

JUNE 22, 2025

The United States has revealed details of a covert military operation targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. Dubbed “Operation Midnight Hammer,” the strike was carried out by B-2 stealth bombers and marked the first combat use of the massive GBU-57 bunker buster bombs. According to General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the mission […] The post Pentagon reveals details of strike on Iran first appeared on Defence Blog.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

International airports are some of the largest and most complicated pieces of infrastructure that you will find anywhere in the world. Millions of passengers pass through the doors of the largest global airports each year, and some of the largest have hundreds of daily flights. Managing the movement of these millions of passengers is one of the hardest things that any airport will have to do, and, over the years, facilities have continued to get more creative with how they manage their ever-grow

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AV Web

JUNE 22, 2025

Fred Smith, the visionary founder FedEx, died Saturday in Memphis. He was 80. Smith created a package delivery enterprise that not only changed the world’s concept of shipping parcels, it also fundamentally changed the way most business was conducted. Before FedEx became the freight delivery standard in the 1970s, businesses had to keep large inventories of products or raw material to make products to carry them through the lengthy periods between large shipments.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

With the Boeing 747 now out of production, many are approaching the end of their lives, and carriers are putting them into storage. As reported by Simple Flying , storing an Airbus A380 will usually cost around $5-10,000 each month, with Boeing 747s typically commanding fees at the upper end of this bracket. The exact cost of storing a 747 will vary depending on the location of the storage and the model of the plane.

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Approach 66

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 22, 2025

On June 13, 2025, we saw EL AL suspend operations , and even move its planes out of Israel, in light of the conflict with Iran. This was pretty significant, as it was the first time since October 2023 that EL AL canceled service for any material amount of time. There’s now an interesting update, as the airline will be very gradually resuming service, in line with government regulations… EL AL will start operating limited “rescue” flights EL AL intends to resume outbound flights from Israel as of

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Operating Limitations Airline Airlines 115

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

Singapore Airlines is celebrating its one-year anniversary at London Gatwick Airport today. The route, connecting Singapore with London’s second-biggest airport, was launched on June 22, 2024, and has since grown from its initial five weekly frequency to daily.

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Airlines Airline 100

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 22, 2025

The U.S. Air National Guard (ANG) will be the featured military component at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 , taking place July 21–27 at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. “Each year, we honor a branch of the military for its contributions to aviation and national security,” said Rick Larsen, EAA’s vice president of communities and member programs, who oversees AirVenture programming.

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Pilot 60

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

When comparing large commercial aircraft, one question often comes to our minds: What is the biggest aircraft? This isn’t just trivia for aviation fans – understanding aircraft size has practical implications for airlines, airports, and passengers alike. From seating capacity to operational reach, the size of an aircraft influences how it is used, where it can land, and how many people it can carry.

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Airline Airlines 80

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 22, 2025

If you have a transferable points currency and want to fly Delta One business class, this is a fantastic time to book. Delta business class awards wide open with Flying Blue As any points hobbyist can attest to, Delta SkyMiles isn’t exactly great about opening up reasonably priced long haul business class awards on Delta metal, at least assuming you’re traveling to or from the United States.

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Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

The crown of the world's longest scheduled commercial air route has been held by a handful of pairings over the past few decades. With modern aircraft capable of flying at ranges out of reach of previous-generation aircraft, airlines are able to operate nonstop connections that were previously unimaginable. Ultra-long-range aircraft like the Airbus A350 and Boeing 777 can now cover maximum distances of over 11,000 miles (17,770 km), and a new variant of the A350 is due to enter service in 2027 t

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Airlines Airline Jet 97

Aviation News

JUNE 22, 2025

Airbus captured the spotlight with approximately $21 billion worth of aircraft orders. These include 142 firm deals, combining $14.2 billion in confirmed sales and $6.7 billion in provisional.

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General Aviation 90

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have become the largest operators of the “flying pencil,” or Boeing 757 series of twin-engine jets. Since the end of the Coronavirus Pandemic, as the global aviation industry rebuilds, the 757 has been eclipsed by new aircraft models with higher fuel efficiency and newer technology. Delta currently has 16 in service, and United has 21, according to Cirium.com data.

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Jet Airline Airlines 70

AV Web

JUNE 22, 2025

Little kindnesses pay huge dividends in aviation and a British Columbia saga is living proof. Mackenzie the porcupine found a home in a light plane that crashed in the rugged northern Interior of the province and was discovered after the wreckage was trailered 600 miles to the southern city of Penticton for salvage. Local groups rallied to nurse the creature back to health and pilot Jayson Biggins then brought the story to an end with volunteer flight to the site of the crash so Mackenzie could

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Pilot 64

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

If you're a fan of long domestic flights and iconic narrowbody jets, United Airlines has something special for you. The airline continues to deploy its Boeing 757-300 s on some of the longest narrowbody routes in its US network, linking key hubs and sunny getaways across the country. In this guide, we explore the six United hubs you need to visit if you want a chance to fly on one of these rare and fascinating aircraft.

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Airlines Airline Jet 79

Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 22, 2025

The Intrepid Museum ’s nationally-recognized historic preservation work is more than a mission—it’s a movement. Thanks to the generous support of individual donors, the Museum continues to restore aerospace icons, maintain the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid and submarine Growler , and preserve the powerful stories that fuel its acclaimed education programs and exhibitions.

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Lift 52

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

The 777 family is Boeing's best-selling widebody family to date. The company introduced the type in the 1990s to fill the gap between the 767 and its double-decker 747 aircraft. It offered airlines a new long-range option with high passenger and cargo capacity. The first variant, the 777-200 , entered service with United Airlines in 1995 and quickly established itself as a key part of global long-haul fleets.

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Cargo Airline Airlines 84

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 22, 2025

We’ve just seen a transfer bonus introduced from Citi ThankYou to Accor Live Limitless , and it has the potential to be a very good deal. We saw a similar promotion a little over a year ago, so it’s nice to see this return. Transfer Citi ThankYou points to Accor ALL with a 50% bonus Between Sunday, June 22, and Saturday, July 19, 2025, you can receive a 50% bonus when you transfer points from the Citi ThankYou program (in the United States) to Accor Live Limitless (ALL).

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Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

Delta Air Lines was discovered charging some passengers significantly more when booking a solo ticket on select routes. As reported by Thrifty Traveler, ticket prices drop substantially when at least two travelers are included in the booking. In some cases, solo flyers are paying up to 70% more for the same seat.

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Airline Airlines 87

Simple Flying

JUNE 22, 2025

Since launching in the 1990s, Qatar Airways has grown into one of the world’s most prominent full-service carriers. From its hub at Hamad International Airport in Doha, the airline flies to over 200 destinations across six continents and continues to expand aggressively. It has scaled up its long-haul operations in recent years, but it is also seeing sustained demand on regional and short-haul routes.

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Airlines Airline 80