Aerotime
MAY 29, 2025
Joby Aviation confirmed on May 27, 2025, the closure of the second tranche of Toyotas previously announced funding round. In October 2024, the Japanese car making group announced an investment of US$500 million in the US advanced air mobility firm, which would be disbursed in two installments of US$250 million. Joby received the first of those installments in late 2024.
Cranky Flier
MAY 29, 2025
Wednesday, May 28 was a big day in the history of Southwest Airlines. It’s the day the airline took a big step toward… being like everybody else. We knew this was coming, of course, but what we didn’t know was exactly how pricing of all these changes would look. Now we know. The two big changes were the introduction of first and second bag fees along with a Basic Economy fare.
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Aerotime
MAY 29, 2025
Air Astana has launched direct flights from Atyrau International Airport (GUW) in Western Kazakhstan to Tbilisi International Airport (TBS) in Georgia. The inaugural flight took off on May 27, 2025. The new service will operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays. With a flight time of just under two hours, Air Astana said the route is expected to be popular with both leisure tourists and business travelers.
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 29, 2025
On this day in aviation history85 years ago, on May 29, 1940the prototype Chance Vought F4U Corsair took to the skies for the first time. Designated XF4U-1 (bureau number 1443), the aircraft was flown by Vought-Sikorsky Aircrafts Chief Test Pilot, Lyman A. Bullard Jr., from Bridgeport Municipal Airport in Connecticut. This flight marked the beginning of the Corsairs legendary journey, which would be forged in the crucible of aerial combat.
Aerotime
MAY 29, 2025
In April 2025, following the departure of airBaltic CEO, Martin Gauss, the airlines COO Pauls Cltis was announced as interim chief executive, tasked with steadying the ship after his predecessor lost the confidence of the companys majority shareholder, the Latvian government. I leave after 13 intense years, proud of what we built: a resilient airline, a loyal team, and a bold vision.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
The United States has suspended some sales of critical US technologies to China, including those related to CFM LEAP-1C engines, which power Chinas Comac C919 jets. The move comes exactly two years after the aircraft entered commercial service.
Aerotime
MAY 29, 2025
Low-cost carriers Cebu Pacific (CEB) and flyadeal have entered into a strategic partnership, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Manila on May 28, 2025. The MoU, signed by Cebu Pacific CEO Michael Szucs and flyadeal CEO Steven Greenway, covers a wide range of opportunities in commercial cooperation and support in maintenance and engineering.
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Aerotime
MAY 29, 2025
Aircraft operating leasing company BOC Aviation has signed an agreement with Airbus to purchase nine A320neo family aircraft and secured long-term leases for the aircraft with Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain. The agreement was approved by BOC Aviations board of directors on May 29, 2025, and was announced in a statement by the company on the same day. “We are pleased to be able to enhance our fleet with these new aircraft, which will enable us to provide an even better travel exp
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
Airlines use all kinds of methods to price discriminate, in order to get as much revenue from each passenger as possible. Heres an interesting new pricing quirk, as flagged by Thrifty Traveler. Deltas latest method for ticket price discrimination While it doesnt appear to be widespread yet, Delta has started charging different fares in some markets based on whether youre traveling alone or with a companion.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
Chicago O'Hare remains the world's busiest airport by flights. Due to the massive use of regional jets and being the hub of American Airlines and United Airlines, O'Hare has 2,442 daily passenger aircraft movements in June. American and United are so dominant that they provide around 85 out of every 100 services.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
For some time now, weve known that JetBlue and United plan to launch a partnership. Theres now a major update , as the details have been revealed. Details of the JetBlue & United Blue Sky collaboration JetBlue and United will be launching a partnership, named Blue Sky. Going back several years, this wouldve seemed unthinkable, but sure enough, industry dynamics have evolved.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
On May 28th, the New York Times reported that the United States had suspended some sales to China of critical U.S. technologies. This is said to include sales related to jet engines for Chinese state-owned aerospace manufacturer COMAC.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
Usually Im in the snitches get stitches camp, but Im curious to hear if/when others would report things like this The flight attendant behavior I observed on a recent flight The airline industry at large has an unwavering commitment to safety. Thats important, because flying starts getting unsafe when you cut into safety margins, and allow employees responsible for safety to break rules or cut corners, especially when its a pattern of behavior.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
Boeing's financial picture has been undeniably volatile over the past few years. With crippling production delays, strikes and safety-related incidents grounding entire fleets of its aircraft, Boeing has had few victories to get investors excited about the company's prospects. One of the biggest things that the company could achieve that might give investors some newfound confidence in the manufacturer is the certification of the Boeing 737 MAX 7 and the Boeing 737 MAX 10.
Plane and Pilot
MAY 29, 2025
Like so many pilots, I didnt have the luxury of growing up within an aviation family. Admittedly, my parents looked at me like I was crazy when I told them I wanted to learn how to fly. Cayla, you dont like math or science, how are you supposed to become a pilot ? At the time, I agreed, but being the stubborn 16-year-old that I was, I wanted to take flight in a small airplane just to see what it was all about.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
The Boeing 787 will operate approximately 2,200 daily flights in June. One in four widebody services will be on one of the three variants: the original and lowest-capacity 787-8, the most popular 787-9, or the largest-capacity, lowest-range, and least popular 787-10. Over half of all long-haul services are on the Dreamliner. Yet, the type operates some very short sectors, including from Brazzaville to Kinshasa , covering just 14 nautical miles (26 km).
AOPA
MAY 29, 2025
Inspired as a teen, Mikaela Young first learned to work on aircraft, and then to fly them—becoming the youngest pilot known to fight fires from an aircraft.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
About 240 airports globally have domestic flights on widebody aircraft in June. Asia is critical, primarily, of course, because of Japan and China. This is why Tokyo Haneda is the world's leading airport for widebody services. While the US is the third-ranked nation for such activity, only one airport Honolulu has enough widebody services to make the top 10 list.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
JetBlue has had a rough several years, coming out of the pandemic. The airline has struggled with profitability, and the current management team is trying to right the ship. Along those lines, JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty made some interesting comments to employees in recent days, addressing the frustration that so many JetBlue employees feel. JetBlue CEO acknowledges low employee morale @xJonNYC reports on some interesting comments recently made by JetBlues CEO, in a conversation with employees.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
Air Force One is the well-known designation for a United States Air Force aircraft that carries the President of the United States. These aircraft are typically heavily modified with additional sensors and technology to ensure the safety of their passengers, and, more specifically, the President during flight. This designation is the official air traffic control-designated call sign for these aircraft.
AOPA
MAY 29, 2025
The newest public-use airfield in the country also happens to be the most remote, offering “a unique opportunity to experience the solitude and beauty of the high desert wilderness,” the Jim Richmond Backcountry Aviation Foundation announced May 28.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
At first glance, turboprop aircraft like the De Havilland Dash 8-400 may seem destined only for short, quick hops between nearby cities. But Air Canada Express, the regional affiliate of Air Canada , has used the Dash 8-400 on a variety of longer routes, proving its reliability and efficiency even on sectors nearing 620 miles (1,000 km). These longer missions speak to the aircraft's impressive range, excellent economics, and adaptability across the diverse geographies of Canada and beyond.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
OMAAT reader Samuel shared a wild story with me, whereby he found five discarded nitrous gas canisters hidden in his hotel room, reported it to staff, and was then charged 375 ($505) for them to be removed. Hotel accuses guest of lying about discarded gas canisters This experience involves Samuels stay last week at the Westin London City. Long story short, during his stay, he discovered five empty, discarded nitrous gas canisters ( specifically, from FastGas ) hidden in the room he was staying i
Flying Magazine
MAY 29, 2025
Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale selects an aircraft that stands out because of its value, uniqueness, or sophistication. You can find Aircraft For Sale: Todays Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Todays Top Pick is a 2023 Bell 505 Jet Ranger X. Bells Jet Ranger name has long represented reliability and utility in the rotorcraft world. The 505 carries that reputation forward with a fresh, modern design that emphasizes advanced avionics, modern safety features, and superb passenger comfort.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
Ive written about HBOs The Rehearsal, starring Nathan Fielder. The show is unlike anything Ive ever seen before, as it culminates with Fielder flying a real Boeing 737 full of actors , just to see what its like to be a pilot. I cant recommend the show enough, with the caveat that Fielder is a quirky guy, and you need to see the whole show through, since its easy to fall off after an episode or two.
Inspire
MAY 29, 2025
By Jon Eisele, EAA Lifetime 739102 This piece originally ran in the April 2025 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. As winter loosens its grip and the days begin to grow longer, pilots across the ultralight community eagerly await returning to the sky. After months of cold weather and limited flying, springs arrival brings […] The post Out of Hibernation first appeared on Hangar Flying.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
Unfortunately we see violence in the skies all too often. However, this situation is especially egregious, as a passenger seemingly attacked a flight attendant unprovoked, and became incredibly violent, as flagged by PYOK. Passenger assaults flight attendant, prompting diversion This incident happened on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, on American Eagle flight AA3359, scheduled to operate from Hartford (BDL) to Chicago (ORD).
AV Web
MAY 29, 2025
On Thursday, the Federal Aviation Administration announced a three-year extension of Boeings Organization Designation Authorization (ODA), a program that allows it to conduct certain inspections and approve repairs on the agencys behalf. The ODA program, which goes into effect on June 1, authorizes a designated team within Boeing to perform select duties for the FAA, including engineering approvals and inspections, provided the company meets rigorous safety and performance standards.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 narrowbody aircraft was forced to delay its landing at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) amid the initiated maintenance-related holding pattern, according to a report by San Francisco Chronicle.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 29, 2025
Several months ago, we saw Cathay Pacific launch its new Aria Suite business class. Ive had the chance to fly it, and its a phenomenal product. Cathay Pacific is a world class airline , and this really elevates the carriers business class to being among the best in the world. As is the case with any new product, the challenge is the lengthy rollout, as actually retrofitting aircraft with a new product can take years.
AV Web
MAY 29, 2025
Photo By Vince Calio Vintage Beech D18S at KOXC preparing to participate in a Tribute Flight. Photo By Steve Splonskowski Morning flight along the Willamette River corridor through downtown Portland, Mt Hood in the background. Taken from a Taylorcraft F-19. Photo BY Gregory Blatt From Taildraggers to Trailblazers, honoring the legendary pilots who keep aviation’s legacy alive and welcome the pioneers embracing its electric future.
Flyertalk
MAY 29, 2025
Both JetBlue and United Airlines announced their launch of Blue Sky , described as a new and unique collaboration that gives customers of both airlines even more options to find flights that fit their plans as well as new opportunities to earn and use MileagePlus miles and TrueBlue points across both airlines. Partnership Includes Miles Earning, Reciprocal Status Recognition Across Carriers Under the agreement, JetBlue TrueBlue members will be able to earn and use points on all United flights,
Aviation News
MAY 29, 2025
Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35A Lightning II fighter jets are participating in the Baana 25 exercise currently taking place in Finland.For this years edition of.
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 29, 2025
At Vintage Aviation News, we have previously reported that the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum in Hawaii has the o riginal remains of a Nakajima B5N2 ‘Kate’ torpedo/high-level bomber of the type used to launch torpedoes against the U.S. Pacific Fleet on December 7, 1941. The ‘Kate’ also played a major role in the sinking of numerous Allied warships in the Pacific, such as the aircraft carriers USS Lexington (CV-2), USS Yorktown (CV-5), and USS Hornet (CV-8).
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
The onset of the coronavirus pandemic brought the modern commercial aviation industry screeching to a halt at the start of 2020. While airlines and airports around the world have since bounced back strongly in the years that have followed, some are struggling to cater to the boom in demand due to aircraft delivery delays. These have prompted carriers to keep older aircraft for longer or cut flights altogether.
Aviation News
MAY 29, 2025
Deutsche Aircraft has officially unveiled the first D328eco test aircraft (TAC 1) at its headquarters on the Airtech Campus in Oberpfaffenhofen a pivotal milestone.
Simple Flying
MAY 29, 2025
Delta Air Lines sits in a unique position when it comes to transatlantic travel. The airline not only operates an extremely healthy transatlantic network of its own, but it also has multiple different partner airlines scattered across Europe, which help support its dynamic operations. The airline primarily focuses its transatlantic operations on serving major hub facilities on the continent with high-volume, high-frequency services from its bases in the United States, including Hartsfield-Jackso
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