Aerotime
JULY 27, 2025
Porter Airlines and Embraer CAE Training Services (ECTS) are teaming up with the introduction of an Embraer E195-E2 full-flight simulator (FFS) in Montreal, Canada. This strategic deployment is designed to help train more Porter Airlines pilots closer to home, in support of the airline’s growth which has seen 46 E195-E2s join its fleet. This is expected to increase to 100 aircraft.
Vintage Aviation News
JULY 27, 2025
While the Boeing 747 is still flying and is not yet considered a vintage aircraft, at Vintage Aviation News we make exceptions for a select few airframes that are so iconic and historically significant they warrant special attention. The Boeing 747, in any variant, certainly qualifies—and so do aircraft that have played a critical role in advancing aviation technology.
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Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
The Boeing 747 Jumbo stands out for being the most popular quad-engined commercial passenger jet to exist. It also boasted the longest production run of any commercial jet in its class. But why was it designed with four engines and not two, three, or even six? When answering this question, it is necessary to look back in time to the 1960s when the original 747-100 was developed.
All Plane
JULY 27, 2025
Don’t forget to check out podcast with Otto Aviation out, as well! Link below This is a recap of the stories included in #193 edition of The Allplane Newsletter HOT TAKE: Developing new light aircraft will get easier with MOSAIC The US continues to update its aerospace regulatory framework to make it easier to develop new aircraft concepts. Advanced Air Mobility Executive Order (June) Supersonic flight restrictions revised (June) Light sports aircraft regulations updated (July) What next?
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
In spite of the protracted certification process that has delayed the Boeing 737 MAX 7 (737-7) entry to service, Southwest Airlines has stuck by the side of its exclusive aircraft supplier. In recent statements from the executive-level leaders of the airline, prospects are improving for deliveries of the latest and greatest iteration of the world’s most popular jetliner.
Aerotime
JULY 27, 2025
Two Southwest Airlines flight attendants were hurt after pilots were alerted to another aircraft in the area when ascending from Burbank Airport (BUR) in California. On July 25, 2025, the Southwest Boeing 737-700 was forced to descend around 500 feet to ensure the safety of passengers and crew, according to Flightradar24. The data website added that at their closest position, the 737-700 and Hawker Hunter were 4.86 miles apart laterally and 350 feet apart vertically.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
The Federal Aviation Administration has extended its slot waiver for two key airports in the New York City area. The waiver, which applies to both New York JFK Airport and LaGuardia Airport , will allow airlines to use fewer slots without the threat of losing their landing rights. The decision comes as an air traffic control shortage continues to plague the busy airspace.
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Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
The Boeing 737 MAX 10 is the longest version of the 737 ever built, and will compete directly with the Airbus A321neo. It is expected that the MAX 10 will eventually replace the market that remains from the 757. With a similar capacity to the A321neo, the aircraft will be substantially lighter (2.8 tons lighter), meaning better fuel efficiency and range but has Boeing stretched the 737 MAX 10 too much?
Aerotime
JULY 27, 2025
American Airlines is introducing a premium economy service on the iconic stretch between the East and West coasts’ New York and Los Angeles. On July 25, 2025, American Airlines confirmed that from October 5, 2025, passengers traveling between New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will have an option for “extra comfort”.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
Shortly after the Airbus A350-1000 began active service around the world, an even more stretched variant was rumored to be under consideration. The -1000 was a great success thanks to its large seating capacity, long range, light maintenance needs, and most importantly, outstanding fuel economy. This prompted the idea that a market may exist for a model with another ~40 seats: the A350-2000.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 27, 2025
It’s an exciting time for Air New Zealand. The carrier has recently introduced a new business class , which is being retrofitted on existing Boeing 787s. On top of that, the airline is upping its lounge game, though it’ll require some patience. Air New Zealand Lounge Auckland getting a makeover Currently Air New Zealand has a single international lounge at its Auckland Airport (AKL) hub.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
Airports in the European Union (EU) are free to scrap the 100ml liquid rule provided they have the right scanners in place, putting an end to one of the more inconvenient aspects of the airport security experience. This will apply to European airports equipped with advanced CT scanning systems.
AV Web
JULY 27, 2025
Another high-profile non-fatal airline incident dominated the weekend news cycle as 173 passengers, most clutching suitcases, backpacks and even baby carriers, evacuated a burning American Airlines 737 in Denver on Saturday. The MAX was on the roll when one of the right mains blew. The crew aborted the takeoff and hit the brakes, which started the fire.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced the resumption of a long-awaited service to Manchester, the United Kingdom. The news comes shortly after the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) lifted a five-year ban on Pakistani carriers, allowing them to resume commercial operations in the UK.
The Aviationist
JULY 27, 2025
A joint surveillance mission saw a French E-3F and a British RC-135 operating over the Black Sea supported by tankers and fighters from Belgium and France. Belgium, France and the UK conducted a surveillance mission over the Black Sea on Jul. 23, 2025. The Belgian Defence and the French Air and Space Force (Armée de […] The post Belgium, France and UK Conduct Air Surveillance Mission Over Black Sea appeared first on The Aviationist.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
Wizz Air recently announced that its middle-eastern offshoot, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, will be ceasing operations as of September 2025. The low-cost subsidiary of European budget airline Wizz Air has 12 Airbus A321s - a mix of -200s and neos. These are based at Abu Dhabi’s International Airport and operate services to other destinations in the Middle East as well as in North Africa, Central Asia, and Europe.
Vintage Aviation News
JULY 27, 2025
In Varese, a region renowned as the “Province of Flight” for its historic and cultural contributions to Italy’s aerospace industry, a true aviation icon is being honored. The Aviamilano F.8-L Falco, a legendary two-seat wooden monoplane, continues to captivate with the same charm and elegance it displayed during its maiden flight. This year marks a special milestone: the 70th anniversary of the Falco’s first flight on June 15, 1955.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
Korean Air has scheduled only two Boeing 747-8 flights to Frankfurt this autumn, according to the aviation analytics company Cirium. Typically, the South Korean flag carrier operates its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on routes to Frankfurt, Germany, rarely deploying other aircraft types.
AV Web
JULY 27, 2025
Sonex Aircraft was at AirVenture 2025 showing off its latest model, the Sonex Highwing. The first high-wing model from Sonex, it’s approved for two-pilot aerobatics and designed for expanded utility, ease of pilot access and to appeal to the high-wing enthusiast. With its 130-HP UL350iS ULPower engine, the new Highwing (it first flew on June 30, 2025) has legendary Sonex performance and handling in a new configuration, and kits are expected to be available by the end of 2025.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
Southwest Airlines , the world's largest low-cost carrier , operates a robust network of flights across the United States and Latin America. Those looking to head to sun-soaked destinations have an abundance of options, but those in the Great White North go without. Why does Southwest Airlines not fly to Canada?
One Mile at a Time
JULY 27, 2025
Over the past few days, Spanish ultra low cost carrier Vueling has made global headlines, over an incident that happened onboard an aircraft. Specifically, this occurred on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, on Vueling flight VY8166 from Valencia (VLC) to Paris (ORY). Onboard this flight were roughly 50 Jewish children (ages 10-15), who were coming back from a summer camp, and they all ended up being removed from the aircraft.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
An American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX in Denver had to abort takeoff and evacuate passengers after its landing gear caught fire. Footage of the accident shows passengers escaping via the aircraft's inflatable slides, with all 173 passengers and six crew members making it off the plane.
Vintage Aviation News
JULY 27, 2025
PRESS RELEASE Farmingdale, NY, July 11, 2025 – The American Airpower Museum (AAM) and Honor Flight Long Island (HFLI) will co-host a special Patriotic Reunion on Saturday, August 2 , bringing together 45 veterans who participated in a free Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. earlier this year. The event will reunite these Long Island heroes—who traveled on May 3, 2025—with their families, supporters, and the public to celebrate their service and reflect on their shared experience.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the largest 737 MAX variant currently in service today, although it will be eclipsed by the 737 MAX 10 once that model obtains certification. With a length of 138 ft 4 in (42.16 m) and a maximum certified capacity for 220 passengers, the MAX 9 is among the largest narrowbody aircraft in service today. Despite the MAX 9's excellent efficiency and passenger capacity, it has not sold nearly as well as the smaller MAX 8 variant.
Aerotime
JULY 27, 2025
July 28, 2025, 14:13 (UTC +3) Drone possibly thrown off course by Ukraine’s air defenses, says Lithuania In an update on the unidentified drone that entered Lithuania from Belarus, the Lithuanian Armed Forces said the object was initially detected by the Lithuanian Air Force while it was still in Belarusian airspace. The information was then relayed to the NATO Joint Air Operations Center.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
With a top speed of up to 593 mph, the Boeing 787 is the second-fastest of the widely used commercial aircraft, behind the 747-8. As American Airlines does not operate any of the latest 747 variants, the 787 is the fastest aircraft in the carrier's fleet.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 27, 2025
Airport lounges have all kinds of different entry requirements. Some are open to first and business class passengers. Some are open to Priority Pass members. Some require travelers to purchase access. But in China, there’s a program that will only give you access to one specific lounge if you hold at least $2.8 million in assets with the bank, so that doesn’t even include property or vehicles.
Simple Flying
JULY 27, 2025
Premium Economy is the newest travel class in commercial aviation. It slots between economy and business class, essentially acting as a middle ground for passengers wanting a more premium travel experience without breaking the bank for business class. Essentially, the experience is just as the name suggests, offering a seat visually similar to an economy seat but with more legroom, a greater recline, a larger seat, a larger screen, and upgraded soft product.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 27, 2025
OMAAT reader François reached out with an absolutely wild story of what happened to him on a recent Vueling flight, where he was forced to abandon his carry-on bag. Even when the pilot intervened, the ground staff wouldn’t budge, so the pilot ended up paying for the bag out of pocket. Let me explain… Vueling passenger in tough spot forced to abandon carry-on On July 19, 2025, François was traveling on Vueling flight VY6935 from Ibiza (IBZ) to Paris (ORY).
Defence Blog
JULY 27, 2025
Australia has test-fired its newest long-range missile for the first time, launching the U.S.-made Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) from the Mount Bundey Training Area in the Northern Territory. The missile traveled more than 300 kilometers in four minutes and three seconds, reaching speeds exceeding 4,000 kilometers per hour before striking its target with high accuracy. […] The post Australia tests long-range PrSM missile first appeared on Defence Blog.
One Mile at a Time
JULY 27, 2025
A few days ago, I wrote about an undercover investigation in Paris , to see how Americans are ripped off at restaurants compared to locals. I found the findings there to be fascinating, and one of those is that service was “included” for the person posing as a local, but not for the person posing as an American. When the American decided to tip 10%, the server increased that amount to 15%, seemingly thinking that wasn’t sufficient.
Defence Blog
JULY 27, 2025
We’re getting our first full look at Russia’s ‘Shturm’ robotic tank complex. The new combat system was first identified during recent field trials, where it appeared for the first time in its complete configuration—featuring both a remotely operated assault vehicle and a command-and-control vehicle based on a modified T-72 chassis. Developed by Uralvagonzavod for the […] The post Russia tests new robotic assault tank first appeared on Defence Blog.
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