Inflight Pilot Training

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Are you a young dreamer whos fascinated by airplanes and the idea of flying? Or maybe youre a parent of a child who cant stop talking about becoming a pilot? Either way, starting flight training early is excitingbut it can also raise a lot of questions. To help you navigate the journey, weve answered some of the most commonly asked questions from young aspiring pilots and their families.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The Vulcan to the Sky Trust (VTST) has secured confirmation of its long-term future at Doncaster Sheffield Airport, following ongoing discussions with the City of Doncaster Council (CDC). The iconic Vulcan XH558, which has been based at Doncaster Sheffield Airport since 2011, faced uncertainty after its lease with Peel Holdings was set to expire in June 2023.

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Aerotime

DECEMBER 28, 2024

A Jeju Air B737-800 crashed during an emergency landing at Muan International Airport (MWX) in South Korea. The accident occurred at around 09:08 local time on December 29, 2024. The B737-800, with registration HL8088, was operating as flight JJA 2216, a scheduled five-hour flight from Bangkoks Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). The flight was carrying 181 passengers, mostly families returning from a five-day Christmas holiday tour package in Thailand.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Spain's Air Europa is boosting its presence in the United States by adding more flight frequencies to its Madrid to New York JFK route. Beginning in the summer season of 2025, the airline will offer daily services connecting the two destinations. The last time Air Europa operated daily New York JFK services was in 2019.

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 28, 2024

For my quick trip to Japan & Korea ,its safe to say that I saved the best for last. For the final segment, I flew Japan Airlines Airbus A350-1000 business class on the 11hr40min flight from Tokyo (HND) to New York (JFK). Im happy to report that this flight was simply superb, and this is easily one of the worlds best business class experiences. Japan Airlines is the launch customer for the Safran Unity seat, and suffice it to say that were in for a treat, as more airlines introduce this produ

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The 97th Air Mobility Wing, stationed at Altus Air Force Base, is one of the many vital units in the United States Air Force that provides strategic airlift to all the service branches of the US armed forces. In addition to their baseline mission of airlift, they also execute missions like aerial refueling (AR), aeromedical evacuation (MEDEVAC), and humanitarian and disaster relief flights.

Aerotime

DECEMBER 28, 2024

When it comes to aerial combat, speed counts. Whether it’s an air superiority fighter designed to dominate the aerial battlefield, an interceptor optimized for climb, or a long-range multirole aircraft, rapidly getting into the action is crucial. On paper, the fastest fighter jet of 2025 is the Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-25, which sets a pace of Mach 2.83.

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Vintage Aviation News

DECEMBER 28, 2024

On this day in aviation history, December 28, 1929, a torpedo bomber intended for the Imperial Japanese Navy took off on its maiden flight from Brough Aerodrome in England, having been built by the British firm Blackburn. After this prototype was shipped to Japan, it launched a new line of torpedo bombers built by Mitsubishi Aircraft that would operate from some of the very carriers that a decade later found themselves north of the Hawaiian island of Oahu on a sleepy Sunday in December.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

In fiscal year 2024, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) served 86.9 million passengers across 732,000 flight operations, making it the third-busiest airport in the world both in passenger numbers and flight operations. The airport covers an area larger than Manhattan and utilizes seven runways. Though American Airlines is by far the largest operator at DFW, a total of thirty passenger airlines and twenty cargo airlines serve the airport.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 28, 2024

There were no serious injuries when a PAL Airlines Dash-8 suffered a left main gear collapse while landing at Stanfield International Airport in Halifax, Nova Scotia late Saturday. The cause of the gear collapse wasn’t immediately known. The aircraft was operating as Air Canada 2259 from St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. There were 73 passengers on board and the normal crew complement would have been at least four.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

While the low-cost sector represents a thriving part of the short-haul market in modern European aviation, the long-haul market has been a tougher nut to crack for the continent's budget carriers. However, in the last few years, French bee has established itself as one of the key players in this part of the airline industry, operating low-cost intercontinental flights from its base at Paris Orly Airport (ORY).

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The Aviationist

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The Austrian MoD is currently negotiating the procurement contract with the Italian government, with the 12 aircraft being eyed for both training and air defense roles. Austria has decided to acquire the Leonardo M-346FA, the light fighter variant of the M-346 Advanced Jet Trainer (AJT). Citing military sources, the Austrian newspaper Krone said a letter […] The post Austria Announces Acquisition of M-346FA appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Brazil's Embraer is one of the few countries that manufacture military transport aircraft and now the new Embraer C-390 Millennium multi-mission transport has made another sale to an undisclosed country. The medium-sized military transport is proving a competitor with Lockheed's Super Hercules on the export market. Earlier in December 2024, Simple Flying reported that Embraer is working with the Brazilian military to make a variant of the C-390 for maritime patrol ISR missions.

The Aviationist

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The Eurofighter program hit a new milestone on its journey to develop a mid-life upgrade for the Typhoon, as the participant nations signed the contract for part one of the Long-Term Evolution (LTE) technology maturation phase (TMP). Following German Parliamentary approval, Giancarlo Mezzanatto, the Chief Executive of Eurofighter, and Air Vice Marshall Simon Ellard (ret.),, […] The post Eurofighter Partners Sign LTE Contract to Keep Typhoon Effective into the 2060s appeared first on The Av

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress of the US Air Force is practically a household name, as it should be, with some aircraft seeing three generations of pilots from the same families. This mighty bird is an icon of American air power and having served from the Vietnam War to the War in Afghanistan, it has proven to be a reliable and powerful aircraft, time and time again.

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The Aviationist

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The unusual design integrates radar arrays in its booms, as well as satellite communication, which would allow the PLA to create a networked mesh of manned and unmanned AEW assets, offering redundancy and flexibility. A video has emerged of Chinas unorthodox Wuzhen-9 (or WZ-9) Divine Eagle unmanned aircraft, which has been described in social media […] The post First Visuals of Chinas WZ-9 Divine Eagle AEW Drone Surface Online appeared first on The Aviationist.

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

As the largest and busiest airport in the United Kingdom, London Heathrow (LHR) sees a considerable range of traffic. This is reflected in the myriad of aircraft types serving the facility, ranging from widebodies to short-haul twinjets and even regional airliners. While variety and busy days are always guaranteed at Heathrow, December is a particularly hectic month, as millions travel for the holidays.

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Airline Geeks

DECEMBER 28, 2024

A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 aircraft veered off a runway and burst into flames near Muan, South Korea, on Sunday morning. 181 passengers were onboard.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The US Navy is arguably the second-most potent air force in the world after the US Air Force (at least if the Marine Corps aviation is included). The US Navy operates five types of combat aircraft - the F/A-18 Super Hornet (the Navy has retired its Hornets), the F-35C, the EA-18G Growler (EW fighter based on F/A-18), the MH-60R "Romeo" Seahawk helicopter, and the MH-60S "Sierra" Seahawk helicopter (the CH-53E Super Stallion can also carry out counter-mine missions).

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One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 28, 2024

2024 is finishing on an awful note when it comes to aviation safety. A few days ago, we saw an Azerbaijan Airlines jet crash in Kazakhstan, and now were seeing an accident in South Korea. This incident happened on the morning of Sunday, December 29, 2024, and involves Jeju Air flight 7C2216. The flight was scheduled to depart Bangkok, Thailand (BKK), at 1:30AM, and land in Muan, South Korea (MWX), at 8:30AM.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Airlines across the board have never been known to be the most profit-yielding companies, with most operating on razor-thin margins, famously deterring some high-profile investors from entering the space. Even less profitable, historically, are airports, which typically are publicly owned and operated in the United States, although in places like the United Kingdom, some airports have been able to generate a profit.

Airline

One Mile at a Time

DECEMBER 28, 2024

I hope everyone is having a great weekend so far, and happy holidays! I cant believe the new year is right around the corner time flies. Ive been at home with family for the past week, and have no travel plans until well into January, which should allow me to fully get caught up on trip reports. On the points & travel front, this week an Azerbaijan Airlines jet crashed, Condor cut routes to North America, Alaska and Hawaiian introduced a reciprocal status match, Singapore Airlines unveiled n

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

A Dallas/Fort Worth-bound American Airlines flight seemingly followed a departure route unlike the standard procedures from Hawaiis largest airport on Friday. Rather than making an immediate right turn to ascend offshore, the aircraft climbed directly over downtown Honolulu, catching the eye of a witness on the ground.

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AV Web

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Two people have been pulled from the burning wreck of a Jeju Airlines Boeing 737-800 that landed gear up at Muan Airport in southwestern South Korea. Video shows the plane sliding on its nacelles before hitting a wall or a fence and exploding. At least 47 people are confirmed dead and the total is expected to increase. Only the tail section appeared intact and that may have been where the two survivors were located.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Drugs of various descriptions are routinely seized at airports across the United States. Now Charlotte Douglas International Airport has seized another 70 pounds adding to the over 2,300 pounds of drugs seized at that airport through most of 2024. Sometimes investigations into the seized drugs lead back to the cartels of Mexico. Smuggling drugs through airports is a global issue, in June 2024, it was reported that authorities in Belgium's Brussels Airport had seized a whopping 400 kilos or 881 p

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

With a current fleet of six aircraft, Centrum Air does not immediately scream the same thoughts as the larger airlines in the Middle East specializing in one-stop connections between Europe and Asia. Yet, it hopes to emerge with a competitive edge on speed. Fast connection times combined with an ideal geographical location, make Tashkent transits a worthwhile investment it believes.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The modern commercial air travel system is truly a feat of human ingenuity. Every day, millions of passengers take to the skies on thousands of flights to arrive at their destinations, often thousands of miles away from where they started. Given how many factors and challenges a single flight faces, it is impressive the industry is as safe and reliable as it is.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Nadi International Airport (NAN) plays an important role in keeping not just Fiji itself but, indeed, all of the South Pacific islands connected to both each other and the wider world. The facility handles millions of passengers a year, serving flights that range from regional island-hopping services to long-haul flights to destinations in both Asia and North America as travelers flock to this paradise in the Pacific islands.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The mid-sized Boeing 787-9 is the most popular variant of the US manufacturer's 'Dreamliner' family of widebody twinjets, accounting for more than half of the series' collective deliveries. Indeed, data from Boeing shows that it has delivered 639 examples of the 787-9, with this figure amounting to more than the combined total of both the short-fuselage 787-8 (397) and the stretched-fuselage 787-10 (114).

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Rescue teams initially reported two survivors, but the Jeollanam-do Fire Department announced that all other 179 souls onboard had perished in the accident.

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

American Airlines has recently taken delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8 , registered as N315UA a tail number once used by United Airlines. The aircraft, which arrived in the airline's fleet on December 24, 2024, marks an interesting chapter in Americans fleet expansion, particularly given the significance of its tail numbers previous ownership.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

When it comes to ultra-large private jets, the Boeing 747 stands in a league of its own. Often referred to as the "Queen of the Skies ," this iconic aircraft has been a symbol of luxury and grandeur for decades. While it is best known for its role in commercial aviation, the 747 has also carved a niche as a private jet for heads of state, business tycoons, and high-net-worth individuals.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) has been offering the C919 to customers outside of China as the company and country look to export its domestically made Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX 8 competitor.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

The F-22 Raptor was the worlds first stealth, fifth-generation fighter (5th Gen) - to this day, it remains the premier air superiority fighter in the world. Recently, contenders have appeared, like the Chinese J-20 of the Peoples Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF); however, none have emerged that can rival the Raptor.

Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

NBA basketball players often earn millions playing the game that they love and are no strangers to the luxury lifestyle and a private jet life. Stars such as Magic Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal and Michael Jordan all use private jets , whether traveling for leisure or business. Another NBA star, Tracy McGrady invested a cool $19 million in a private jet.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Airport incidents involving aircraft and ground vehicles are common, particularly during busy travel seasons. The increase in air travel in recent years has resulted in congestion at airports, further increasing the risk of accidents. Automated aircraft docking to their assigned gates significantly minimizes delays and accidents at tarmacs.

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Simple Flying

DECEMBER 28, 2024

Severe turbulence on an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 flight between Seattle and Phoenix on December 26, 2024, reportedly hospitalized four crew members and injured one passenger.

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