Aerotime
APRIL 14, 2025
Chinese eVTOL developer AutoFlight broke ground on its new assembly line in Wuhan, China, on April 10, 2025. The major centers of the eVTOL industry in China have so far been located in the coastal regions, particularly around the Pearl River Delta. However, this investment represents a significant move towards expanding what in China is commonly referred to as the low altitude economy to inland cities.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 14, 2025
By Cassidy Cristello Contributor Cassidy Cristello recently visited Davis-Monthan AFB and captured photographs of the Convair XC-99 stored there. In this article, he outlines the history, purpose, and significance of this obscure yet fascinating aircraftan embodiment of pure 1950s technology. In modern aviation, military cargo aircraft adhere to well-established design principlestypically featuring high wings, T-tails, and undercarriage mounted below the fuselage.
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Aerotime
APRIL 14, 2025
The first all-female crewed flight since Valentina Tereshkovas groundbreaking solo mission in 1963 successfully took off aboard a Blue Origin rocket on April 14, 2025. This historic all-female flight, which lasted around 11 minutes, included pop star Katy Perry and Lauren Sanchez, fiance of billionaire Jeff Bezos, founder of Blue Origin. The 11th crewed New Shepard flight, known as NS-31, took off from Launch Site One in West Texas on April 14, 2025, with the launch window opening at 08:30 local
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
On March 31st, 2025, Denver International Airport faced significant operational challenges due to strong winds, leading to the diversion of 24 flights to Colorado Springs. This surge in unexpected traffic tested the capabilities of the smaller airport and highlighted the broader implications of adverse weather conditions on aviation operations.
Aerotime
APRIL 14, 2025
Etihad Airways has taken delivery of its latest Airbus A340, adding the sixth aircraft of the type to its growing fleet. The new aircraft arrived during the weekend of April 12-13, 2025, after a successful journey from Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, France. The A350-1000 is one of Etihads youngest and most fuel-efficient aircraft. It is currently used to fly passengers traveling from Abu Dhabis Zayed International Airport (AUH) to: Chicago OHare International Airport (ORD) Delhi Indira Gandhi
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 14, 2025
The Commemorative Air Forces Dallas/Fort Worth Wing held a heartfelt Members Day celebration to send off their beloved Douglas R4D-6S, Ready 4 Duty , as it prepares to embark on its long-awaited Navy to Victory Tour across the Atlantic. This years event held special meaning, marking the beginning of the aircrafts 12,000-mile journey to Europe after engine issues delayed its participation in last years D-Day 80th anniversary.
Aerotime
APRIL 14, 2025
AirAsia will provide better connectivity in Asia with the launch of a flight service that links Bangkoks Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Okinawa Naha Airport (OKA) via Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). AirAsia said that this is its first time to operate a fifth freedom flight in Hong Kong. A fifth freedom flight is when a carrier flies between two cities that are not located in its home country.
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Aerotime
APRIL 14, 2025
A helicopter that crashed into the Hudson River in New York, killing all on board, was not equipped with flight recorders, according to investigators from the National Transport Safety Board. No onboard video recorders or camera recorders have been recovered and none of the helicopter avionics onboard recorded information that could be used for the investigation, the NTSB announced in an upadate on April 12, 2025.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
Cyberattacks on airports are on the rise, and this is a threat that can cripple critical infrastructure that is essential for both public and national safety, alongside economic stability. Several risks come from cyber-attacks, including those towards public safety, system vulnerabilities, data theft, and espionage, plus economic and political consequences.
Aerotime
APRIL 14, 2025
Data security and privacy are of primary importance today, particularly in industries such as aviation that rely predominantly on private and critical personal data. The aviation industry has never had a greater need for strong and legal data management practices in place. As the sector is growing, the complexities of dealing with personal data will keep growing as well, and you need to comply with the regulations, e.g. the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 14, 2025
Could we see boarding passes and check-in made obsolete in a matter of years, as one of the biggest shake-ups to the flying experience in decades (thanks to Jay for flagging this)? While Im sure the technology could become a reality, Im skeptical about the timeline Digital journey pass to replace boarding passes & check-in The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), the United Nations body that oversees many aspects of aviation, is promoting the concept of new digital travel creden
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
Out of all 20 Concordes that were ever built, 16 are presented on display, two are in storage and one tragically crashed. This accounts for 19 aircraft, so where is and what happened to the 20th Concorde ? For many years, the history of F-BVFD has been hiding in the shadows. In this article, we will explore the story of the aircraft that disappeared, not in the air, but in plain sight.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 14, 2025
As much as I agree with the idea behind what this guy was saying, my unsolicited advice is that you really shouldnt offer unsolicited advice to others on airplanes, especially with as divided of a country as we have (thanks to Fred for flagging this). Ford executive confronts Fox News watching passenger Ford Motor Companys Chief Learning Officer took to Threads to share a story from a recent flight, which is getting quite a bit of attention on conservative social media.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 14, 2025
With the renovation of the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum ‘s National Mall facility enters its final stages, the museum has been giving the public some previews of the upcoming galleries that will be opened in 2026, and one of these is the new exhibit of Modern Military Aviation, which seeks to showcase how aviation technologies were impacted by geopolitical events of the Cold War such as the Korean War, Vietnam War, and the Gulf War, and by events of the early 21st century such
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 14, 2025
I recently wrote about whether its okay to fly in first class, and leave your spouse in economy. I shared my take, and Ive read the responses of OMAAT readers with great interest. In this post, I want to address a topic thats in the same general sphere, but different is it okay to fly in first class and leave your kids in economy? I think this is a bit more nuanced, and theres also not a correct answer.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
Major US airlines are depending on high-income leisure tourists more and more to keep aircraft filled, as symptoms of a broader economic downturn emerge, according to CNBC. Airline CEOs are starting to raise the alarm about what might be a difficult year ahead, citing everything from less business travel to waning demand for less expensive domestic tickets.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 14, 2025
Yesterday I wrote about how a British Airways flight from Cancun to London was canceled after authorities performed a drug bust prior to departure, whereby they found drugs stashed in a bag. As it turns out, thats not the only British Airways drug bust incident in recent days. British Airways engineer finds cocaine hidden in lavatory The Sun reports on yet another British Airways drug bust, this time involving a Boeing 777-200ER that had just flown from Orlando (MCO) to London Gatwick (LGW).
AV Web
APRIL 14, 2025
The NTSB has recovered the last of the Bell 206 LongRanger helicopter that went down in the Hudson River last week. The rotor assembly, transmission and roof beam from the helicopter are now at a secure NTSB facility for examination. Videos and photos show those parts separated from the helicopter before the cabin and part of the tail boom fell into the water off Jersey City, killing a Spanish family and the pilot. “Key components of theBell 206 L-4 helicopter that crashed into the Hudson
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 14, 2025
Im not sure what to make of this incident, other than being grateful that the Southwest Airlines pilots seemed to know what they were doing Van Nuys tower struggles to deal with difficult situation VASAviation has the air traffic control audio and a visualization of a close call in Southern California, which happened on March 17, 2025. It involves two aircraft: N610GD, a Cessna Citation Encore, which was flying from Borger, Texas (BGD), to Van Nuys, California (VNY) Southwest flight WN2961, a Bo
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
The first Boeing 767 variant (the non-ER 200) began carrying passengers in 1982. As ch-aviation shows, almost 800 aircraft remain in service with multiple operators, most transporting freight. Only around 200 continue to carry passengers for obvious technological and efficiency reasons. Delta Air Lines and United Airlines deploy the 767-300ER and 767-400ER, while Japan Airlines and All Nippon remain major users of the 300ER because of substantial domestic and regional operations.
AV Web
APRIL 14, 2025
There were a few extra stars briefly in space Monday morning as a celebrity all-female entourage blasted off for a quick trip outside the atmosphere aboard a Blue Origin rocket. The six women, including pop star Katy Perry, news anchor Lauren Sanchez (also fianc of Blue Origin owner Jeff Bezos) TV host Gayle King, along with civil rights activist Amanda Nguyen, rocket scientist Aisha Bowe and filmmaker Kerrianne Flynn, all guests of Sanchez, launched about 9:30 a.m.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
For airlines, no day of the week is considered the same. Demand varies massively, obviously also depending on why passengers are flying. Generally, Tuesdays are considered the least popular day. Unless carriers reduce flying, they may need to significantly reduce fareseven more than usualto grow sales and achieve strong loads.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 14, 2025
On this day in aviation historyApril 14, 1929we mark the 96th anniversary of the introduction of the first ground-based flight trainer, developed by aviation pioneer Edwin Ed Link. That same year, Ed founded Link Aviation Devices in Binghamton, New York, where he combined ingenuity with parts from his fathers piano and organ businesssuch as bellows and compressed air systemsto develop a revolutionary tool that would transform pilot training.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
United Airlines has long been an operator of the popular Boeing 757, a medium-capacity model which has long been known as the Swiss army knife of any US carrier's fleet. Matching the long-range capabilities of some smaller widebody jets with a lower number of seats that carriers can almost always fill, the Boeing 757 has long been an ideal aircraft for United Airlines and its complex global network.
Air Facts
APRIL 14, 2025
Visual Angle of Attack Indicators and Systems Engineering Theory Air Facts Journal What is chiefly needed is skill rather than machinery. Wilbur Wright The best safety device in any aircraft is a well-trained crew.” A.L. Ueltschi, Founder of FlightSafety International Angle of attack indicators have not been a popular upgrade so far. By far the best and most appropriate way to consider the utilization of visual angle of attack indicators (VAOAI) in general aviation is using the techniques
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
Each week, airlines submit schedule changesif there are anyto Cirium Diio and OAG. These may include aircraft alternations, frequency increases or decreases, changes to operating periods or days of the week, and more. More interestingly, they may also include new or eliminated routes, many of which may not have already been made public. They involve airlines from the US and every other country.
Vintage Aviation News
APRIL 14, 2025
Airworks, a leader in air compression technology , is taking on a remarkable mission to preserve a vital piece of aviation history. The company donated a North American F-100F Super Sabre, registered as N418FS, to the Fort Worth Aviation Museum (FWAM) in Fort Worth, Texas. This meaningful gesture not only safeguards a Cold War-era jet but also honors the service and sacrifices of military veterans.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
For young flyers who need to travel from one place to another by air but, for whatever reason, cannot be joined by a parent or guardian, unaccompanied minor schemes at airports and airlines around the world ensure that they are given the right care. While the ins and outs of the exact schemes involved vary somewhat, all of them will generally see these passengers escorted on every stage of their journey.
Plane and Pilot
APRIL 14, 2025
Like so many of my generation, I grew up reading about the exploits of the golden age of air racing. The 1930s produced a series of civilian race planes that outran the fastest military pursuit fighters. The Granville Brothers Gee Bee R-1, Travel Air Mystery Ship, Supermarine S6, and, of course, Howard Hughes legendary H-1 set speed and distance records, pushing the boundaries of speed to nearly 400 mph.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
The commercial aviation industry is seemingly always in a hyper-competitive state, particularly since deregulation began in 1978. Airlines attempt to thread the needle of attractive route options, passenger amenities, cost containment and, increasingly, direct point-to-point service. Carriers have come and gone, from legacy giants like Pan Am to low-cost newbies like WOW Air.
Ask Captain Lim
APRIL 14, 2025
Pilotless Commercial Passenger Aircraft: Is It a Bad Idea? On March 30, 2025, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) made history by issuing its first commercial operation certificate for autonomous drones. This marks the beginning of a new chapter in aviation – passenger-carrying civil unmanned aircraft entering commercial service in Chinas low-altitude airspace.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
The first American jet airliner, the Boeing 707 , typically cruised at Mach 0.85. The similarly sized Airbus A321XLR that flies similar distances can only cruise at Mach 0.78. This has happened across the board, as today's airliners fly at the same speeds or slower than the planes of the past. In private aviation, however, travel has sped up. Business jets are breaking speed records, and shortening long journeys, and the newest Bombardier Global models have even broken the sound barrier.
Aviation Bussiness News
APRIL 14, 2025
Andrii Paramonov, Aviation Team Lead at Sigma Software Group provides advice about how airlines can avoid a repeat of the recent high profile cyberattacks on the industry The airline industry sits at the crossroads of technology and transportation, relying on digital systems for smooth passenger experiences and efficient operations. Software plays a key role in everything from ticketing and in-flight entertainment to airline operational activities.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
Established in 1929, New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) has seen 94 years of operation. Covering a 680-acre area on the northwestern shore of Long Island, very close to the heart of New York City, the compact airport is centrally placed to serve a great deal of local traffic. As New York is the most populated city in the US, according to Investopedia , it is no surprise that the airport was the 19th busiest in the US by passenger volume in 2023.
One Mile at a Time
APRIL 14, 2025
For the outbound portion of our winter trip to Tokyo and Niseko , we flew Japan Airlines 777 first class from San Francisco to Tokyo. Japan Airlines sends its premium passengers to the British Airways Lounge San Francisco (SFO), so in this post, I want to review that experience. The British Airways Lounge SFO is a pleasant facility, which was renovated several years back.
Simple Flying
APRIL 14, 2025
In April 2025, the United States is scheduled to see a total of 798,135 flights carrying a total of 108 million seats, making it the largest aviation market in the world. Of these, a large percentage are to be flown by the Boeing 737 family of aircraft. The Airbus A320 family, Embrear E-Jets, and Bombardier regional aircraft make up the other aircraft set to operate the most flights in April.
Universal Weather
APRIL 14, 2025
As of 2023, Trkiye (Turkey) has formally implemented an Advance Passenger Information (API) system that extends to general aviation (GA) and air cargo operators. Under the oversight of the Presidency of Migration Management (PMM) and its Trkiye Passenger Information Center (TPIC) , this system requires the submission of detailed crew and passenger information prior to all international and domestic flights to/from or within Trkiye.
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