Aerotime

JULY 4, 2025

In July 4, 2025, Air France-KLM announced its intention to increase its share of Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) in order to become the majority owner of the airline. The airline group has already initiated the process to acquire the equity stakes. Until now, they were in the hands of two investment firms, Castlelake and Lind Invest, but their acquisition will bring Air France-KLM’s take in the Scandinavian carrier to 60.5%.

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Threshold Airlines Airline 255

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

Air taxi firm Archer has commenced its test flights of the Midnight electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft at Al Bateen Executive Airport (AZI) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). The news comes more than seven months after Archer and key Abu Dhabi entities reached an agreement for Archer to become the main eVTOL aircraft supplier for the Emirate’s upcoming electric air taxi service.

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Aerotime

JULY 4, 2025

Emirates has commenced a daily regular service from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to Muscat International Airport (MCT). The deployment of the next-generation A350 to Muscat, originally slated for July 1, 2025, was brought forward by a week. Emirates’ highly anticipated Airbus A350 is now a regular sight at Muscat International Airport, with the start of regular daily services between Dubai and Muscat. pic.twitter.com/pyB1BtlKCr — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) July 3, 2025 The t

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Airlines Airline 220

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

The Boeing 747-8 F is one of the most advanced cargo aircraft in the world, but why exactly did Boeing decide to develop this plane in the first place? As global air cargo needs shifted and freighter demands evolved, Boeing had to make strategic decisions to maintain dominance in the long-range, high-capacity freight sector. Understanding why the 747-8 F came into existence sheds light on the intersection of market trends, fleet modernization, and Boeing's long-term freighter strategy.

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Cargo 100

Aerotime

JULY 4, 2025

Air Algérie, Algeria’s flag carrier, has placed an order for 16 new ATR 72-600s, with plans to deploy the new aircraft to a recently unveiled new regional airline. Air Algérie and aircraft manufacturer ATR announced the agreement, which includes an ATR 72-600 full-flight simulator , on July 4, 2025. Both parties praised their long-standing relationship which now stretches back over two decades.

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Aviation News

JULY 4, 2025

Aviation news April 4, 2025 – Air France-KLM, SAS, airline acquisition, aviation industry, European airlines, airline merger, aviation news, Scandinavian Airlines, airline investment, Air France-KLM.

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Airlines Airline 98

Aerotime

JULY 4, 2025

Etihad has expanded its reach in the US with the launch of its inaugural service from Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Flight EK 13 departed Abu Dhabi approximately 09:34 local time, and arrived in Atlanta at 16:40 local time after a flight lasting just over 15 hours. This flight makes Atlanta the fifth US gateway in Etihad’s network, joining New York City, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Boston.

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Airlines Airline 170

One Mile at a Time

JULY 4, 2025

It has been a transformative few years for Scandinavian Airlines (SAS). In July 2022, the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Two years later, the company emerged from this process , with new investors, including Air France-KLM, plus a switch from Star Alliance to SkyTeam. There’s now an update , as Air France-KLM intends to increase its stake in SAS, going from a minority stake to a majority stake.

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Airlines Airline 94

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

Today, on July 4, Air France-KLM announced that it will initiate proceedings to take a majority stake in Scandinavian Airlines (SAS). The group currently holds a 19.9% stake and intends to raise its share to 60.5%, subject to regulatory approval. This represents a turning point in SAS’ transformation.

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Airlines Airline 105

One Mile at a Time

JULY 4, 2025

An American teenager flying solo across the globe for a great cause has been detained in Antarctica. On the one hand, I feel sort of bad for him, given the amazing cause he’s doing this for. On the other hand, if you break rules, you should expect to face the consequences… Pilot gets in trouble for flying to Antarctica unauthorized 19-year-old American Ethan Guo is currently attempting to fly to all seven continents solo , on a Cessna 182, which would make him the first person in the world to ac

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Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

On Thursday, the United States gave permission to engine giant GE Aerospace to resume shipments of jet engines to Chinese aircraft manufacturer COMAC, as first reported by Reuters, citing sources familiar with the matter. The decision reverses a suspension imposed earlier this year and comes just days before a key trade negotiation deadline between the two countries.

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Jet 102

Aviation News

JULY 4, 2025

Aviation News July 4, 2025 — In a strategic move to modernize its fleet and prepare for post-restructuring growth, AirAsia’s parent company, Capital A Berhad,

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Jet Airlines Airline 91

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

French-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR has secured the largest African order with a purchase of 16 ATR 72-600 regional turboprop planes by Air Algérie. This deal also includes the delivery of an ATR 72-600 full-flight simulator, the first ever in Africa.

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Airlines Airline 110

One Mile at a Time

JULY 4, 2025

I don’t think this is terribly surprising, but Alaska Air Group seems to have quietly increased its Boeing 787 order book, in line with the carrier’s long haul aspirations. Alaska Air Group Dreamliner order increased to 17 frames In 2018, Hawaiian Airlines placed an order for the Boeing 787-9. The order was for up to 20 jets, including 12 firm orders and eight options.

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Jet Airlines Airline Pilot 90

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

On Monday, Oman Air became the 15th member airline of the oneworld alliance. The airline announced its intention to join back in 2022, meaning that the entire process took around three years. I sat down with the CEOs of Oman Air and one world to find out why it took so long.

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Airlines Airline 103

Aviation News

JULY 4, 2025

As the RAF looks toward replacing the BAE Systems Hawk, particularly the Hawk T2 used for fast jet training, several aircraft are under consideration or.

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Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

Etihad Airways has expanded its "Extraordinary Challenge" competition launched last month, adding another 12.5 million miles to the prize pot after the first phase saw huge demand. Under the competition's second phase, Etihad will hand out 25,000 Etihad Guest Miles each to the first 100 people to visit five new destinations, and 100,000 miles to the first 100 people to visit ten new destinations.

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Airlines Airline 105

Flying Magazine

JULY 4, 2025

A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is shedding light on a small airplane crash in Tennessee in June that killed one person and badly injured another. The aircraft, a Piper J3C-65, crashed near a private airstrip in Dunlap on the afternoon of June 24. According to WTVC-TV in Chattanooga, local police identified the occupants as owner Wendall Trimble, 79, of Dunlap, and Ashish Sircar, 55, of Florida.

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Aileron Airplanes Pilot 71

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

Forty-plus US airports have scheduled passenger flights to Europe during the peak summer. New York JFK, the nation’s leading widebody airport , has more flights than anywhere else. It has 80% more services than the second-ranked Newark. However, Newark has flights to more European destinations than any other US airport.

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Airlines Airline 79

Pilot Institute

JULY 4, 2025

Pilots constantly watch out of the cockpit windows, and air traffic control monitors traffic in the airspace. But what happens if the pilots can’t see incoming traffic and ATC somehow misses a potential conflict? When all else fails, TCAS will alert you and guide you to safety. We’ll explain what it is, how it works, and how it can help keep your aircraft safe.

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Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

Long-haul low-cost carrier Norse Atlantic will begin a new route: Manchester to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi. It will mark the start of its own Boeing 787-9 service from Manchester. However, it has operated charters from there for other organizations, and IndiGo now uses leased Norse aircraft on its new Mumbai to Manchester service.

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Airlines Airline 81

Flight Training Central

JULY 4, 2025

Each quarter, the FAA releases an Airman Testing Community Advisory (ATCA), summarizing the latest changes and clarifications in testing and training standards. The June 2025 edition might not break any news headlines, but there are several important updates that flight instructors, students, and aviation educators should keep on their radar—especially as the new MOSAIC rule looms, and testing guidance continues to evolve.

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Weight-Shift-Control Airplanes Pilot 52

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

Canadian low-cost carrier Flair Airlines allegedly missed payments and ignored repeated default notices from its lessors, forcing them to seize four Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in 2023. The aircraft attachment resulted in significant operational disruptions and losses for the airline, which was down about a fifth of its fleet at the time.

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Airlines Airline 82

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 4, 2025

On this day in aviation history, 98 years ago (July 4, 1927), the Lockheed Vega took to the skies for the first time. This high-wing monoplane airliner, designed for small-capacity operations, quickly became a favorite among record-setting aviators thanks to its impressive speed and range. The Vega proved to be a robust and reliable platform, playing a prominent role in some of the most historic flights of the early 20th century.

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Ceiling Pilot Jet Airlines 52

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

Simple Flying’s latest podcast is live and ready for you to enjoy! Hosted by Managing Editor Tom Boon and Senior Editor Channing Reid , the 260th episode is now available for your listening pleasure.

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Aviation News

JULY 4, 2025

Aviation News July 4, 2025 – Air Algérie, the national airline of Algeria, has confirmed an order for 16 ATR 72-600 aircraft, intended to support.

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Airlines Airline 50

Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

The Boeing 747-400 is the best-selling variant in the 747 program's history, attracting almost 700 orders (passenger and freighter) over its production run. The aircraft integrated many advanced features for its day - most notably a full glass cockpit - along with significant enhancements in range, performance and fuel efficiency. As such, it became the premier long-haul aircraft of its era and was the largest commercial aircraft in history until the arrival of the Airbus A380.

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Greg Brown's Flying Carpet Blog

JULY 4, 2025

Piloting is challenging, whether you’re in the throes of primary training, pursuing your first pro piloting job, or weathering setbacks in your aviation career. I was recently interviewed by hosts John Niehaus and Gita Brown of the terrific Calm Cockpit Podcast, regarding how to navigate and conquer such challenges regardless of your status on the aviation ladder.

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Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

The Airbus A380 has several defining features: its double-decker cabin, its four engines, and its sheer and unmissable size. Yet, what you wouldn't know if you had only seen this beast flying at altitude is that it has 22 enormous tires, which are used when the aircraft is on the ground. This is more than any other commercial airliner apart from Antonovs.

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World Airline News

JULY 4, 2025

Air Algérie has placed an order with ATR for 16 brand new ATR 72-600 aircraft. Air Algérie, ATR’s largest customer in Africa, has been operating ATR aircraft since 2003, with previous acquis … KLM ground staff are planning an eight-hour strike on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, running from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. local time.

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Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

The F-35 Lightning II fighter jet was designed as a joint strike fighter to serve the needs of the United States Air Force, Navy, and Marines, as well as many US allies and partners around the world. For the Air Force , the F-35A variant has conventional takeoff and landing, while the Navy's F-35C variant is designed to operate off the fleet's aircraft carriers.

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Aviation News

JULY 4, 2025

Summer Special 2025 Introduction Aviation News July 5, 2025 – The Fleet Air Arm (FAA) is the aviation branch of the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy,

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Simple Flying

JULY 4, 2025

On July 4, 2025, the United States will be celebrating its 249th birthday. To celebrate, the entire country is going on vacation. The Fourth of July has been a federal holiday since 1870, and this year, it falls on a Friday too, essentially giving Americans a long weekend. As such, this upcoming weekend is poised to break all-time travel records. Already, the TSA is recording record passenger numbers leading up to the weekend, with truly astronomical figures expected for the weekend.

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Flying Magazine

JULY 4, 2025

It’s no secret that most of us love watching videos on YouTube. In fact, it is the second-largest search engine in terms of search volume, only surpassed by Google. The social media platform averages 1 billion hours of watch time every day. There is content on the site related to just about anything you can imagine. I run a YouTube channel with over 30,000 subscribers and often use drone footage in the videos.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 4, 2025

Lufthansa Technik has expanded its digital services agreement with Air Transat, with the Canadian carrier set to roll out the AVIATAR platform across its entire fleet – making it the first airline in North America to adopt the complete Digital Tech Ops Ecosystem. The agreement will see all 43 of Air Transat’s Airbus A321 and A330 aircraft integrated with AVIATAR, Lufthansa Technik’s modular platform for data and analytics.

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Pilot Airlines Airline 40

Flying Magazine

JULY 4, 2025

Every day, the team at Aircraft For Sale chooses an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, a good deal, or has other qualities we find interesting. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Today’s Top Pick is a 1961 Cessna 172C Skyhawk. Few models have the legacy and everyday utility of the Cessna 172, and this early C model offers classic Skyhawk flying with a number of practical upgrades.

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Aviation Bussiness News

JULY 4, 2025

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has entered into an agreement to acquire 45 EmbraerE195-E2 aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional 10 aircraft — the largest SAS jet order direct from a manufacturer since 1996. This agreement supports the airline’s long-term fleet renewal plan, with the first aircraft deliveries from Embraer scheduled to begin in late 2027.

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Jet Airlines Airline 40