Aerotime

MAY 29, 2025

While the past 12 months have seen the demise of both Volocopter and Lilium, two electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developers appear to go from strength to strength. British startup Vertical Aerospace and US-based Joby Aviation have each already made significant progress in the development of their aircraft this year with important flight tests and the announcement of key partner agreements.

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AV Web

MAY 29, 2025

Washington state has introduced a new tax policy imposing a 10% tax on the sale of noncommercial aircraft valued at more than $500,000. Washington state Governor Bob Ferguson signed the legislation, Bill 5801 , that is set to go into effect beginning April 1, 2026. Several aviation industry groups have voiced strong opposition to the bill, arguing it could harm businesses, agricultural operators and volunteer pilots who provide essential medical transport services across Washington.

Pilot

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

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.

Aviation Technology

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.

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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.

Airplanes

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.

Stability

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.

Airline

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.

Airline

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.

Airline

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).

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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.

Airline

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.

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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).

Hangar

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.

Descent

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.

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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.

Jet

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.

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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.

Flying Magazine

MAY 29, 2025

A new fiber-optic cable has been installed to help resolve ongoing air traffic control issues at Newark Liberty International Airport (KEWR) in New Jersey, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Wednesday. The cable will replace an existing telecommunications line that has failed repeatedly, leading to ATC outages that disconnected controllers from pilots at and around the airport.

Air Traffic Control

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.

Airline

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.

Airline

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.

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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.

Ceiling

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.

Jet

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,

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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).

Airline

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.

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Latatuide 33 Aviation

MAY 29, 2025

Chartering a private flight is a convenient, comfortable, and flexible way to fly. It can help you save travel time, allowing you to be at your destination for longer. In addition to travel time, the right strategy for finding affordable private jet charters can help you save money as well, especially as a frequent flyer. 7 Ways to Find an Affordable Private Jet Charter The most economical method for flying privately varies based on your individual preferences and flexibility.

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Flyertalk

MAY 29, 2025

The Wall Street Journal reports the bag fees for all new itineraries will be $35 for the first bag, and $45 for the second bag. Luggage Costs Go from Free to $80 for Two Bags For decades, Southwest made their reputation on the trademarked Bags Fly Free. Although the in-air product changed, the two free checked bags remained something the carrier was set on keeping.

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AOPA

MAY 29, 2025

What started as a story about the small Stevensville Airport and the construction of a couple of outhouses for my Montana community newspaper, the Bitterroot Star , turned into a several-day-long affair in October that I will not soon forget.

World Airline News

MAY 29, 2025

Alaska Airlines launches Chefs (tray) Table, a new rotating First Class dining experience featuring seasonal menus crafted by celebrated West Coast chefs, starting with James Beard Award-winner Chef Brady Ishiwata Williams of Seattles Tomo restaurant. Born from the success of last years collaboration with Chef Brandon Jew, the program will spotlight regional culinary talent and culturally rooted cuisine, reflecting the West Coasts rich food scene and deepening Alaskas commitment to community and

Airline

Aerotime

MAY 29, 2025

The three-week strike involving 3,000 Pratt & Whitney engine workers in the US is expected to limit cash flow for the company in the second quarter of 2025. However, RTX CEO Chris Calio believes the company can recover financially during the remainder of the year. On May 27, 2025, around 3,000 machinists at Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut ratified a new four-year collective bargaining agreement , officially ending their three-week strike.

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.

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

Aviation Bussiness News

MAY 29, 2025

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the expansion of its cutting-edge AI Digital Human, Sama , into the cargo sector, aiming to revolutionise the customer experience in air freight. Initially launched as a virtual assistant for passenger services, Sama helped travellers with bookings, enquiries, and real-time support. Her AI-driven capabilities have redefined digital interactions for Qatar Airways customers.

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Flying Magazine

MAY 29, 2025

The market for FBOs the companies that handle services at airports like fueling, hangaring, and aircraft maintenanceis set to grow at a healthy rate over the next several years, according to a new report. Market research firm The Insight Partners predicts the fixed base operator market will expand from $25.5 billion in 2024 to $41.4 billion by 2031.

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