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APRIL 23, 2025

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has upgraded Thailand’s Category 1 International Aviation Safety Assessment rating, which will now allow Thailand-based airlines to fly directly to the US. The FAA updated the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailands (CAAT) status on April 21, 2025, from Category level 2 to 1 on its International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) program According to the FAA, when another country’s air carrier flies into the US or codeshares with a US air carrie

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

Its not uncommon to see flights overbooked , and in those situations, airlines typically issue denied boarding compensation. Heres an absolutely wild example of how lucrative this can be for passengers, as flagged by PYOK. Delta equipment swap leads to denied boarding goldmine A Reddit user shares the wild details of what happened on a Delta flight on Monday, April 21, 2025, from Chicago (ORD) to Seattle (SEA).

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

EVA Air announced that it will launch non-stop flight services from Taipeis Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The new route, which will commence on October 3, 2025, will be serviced by the carriers fleet of Boeing B777-300ER. The launch of EVA Airs latest route brings the Taiwanese flag carriers North American destinations to nine, with Dallas joining: Chicago OHare International Airport (ORD), George Bush International Airport (IAH) in

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

An OMAAT reader shared a frustrating experience he recently faced while redeeming miles. This isnt the first time that Ive heard of a story like this, so I figure its worth covering here. A frustrating surprise on an Oman Air business class award I heard from a reader who redeemed Alaska Mileage Plan miles for two separate business class award tickets on Oman Air for travel in February 2025, from Cairo (CAI) to Muscat (MCT), and then five days later, from Muscat to Frankfurt (FRA).

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Digital twins virtual copies of real-life machinery have become an integral part of many industries: from precision manufacturing to logistics. Research by McKinsey shows that investments in digital twin technologies will rise to more than $48 billion by 2026 around the world. More and more airlines and aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) companies are introducing digital twins into their processes.

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Simple Flying

APRIL 23, 2025

Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air is no stranger to sustainability efforts. The airline is, statistically, the most sustainable operationally of any carrier in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. In the 2024 fiscal year, the airline was able to achieve its carbon emissions intensity target of just 52 grams per revenue passenger kilometer (RPK), among the lowest in the industry and by far the lowest in Europe.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Sustainability airline champion Wizz Air has called for radical change and radical intervention from governments and industry stakeholders to fire up stalled net zero ambitions. On March 22, 2025, against the backdrop of Earth Day, Wizz Air laid out its roadmap for achieving net zero by 2050 with a focus on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production heralded as the key-component for change.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Air India is reportedly considering the potential acquisition of several Boeing 737 Max narrowbody airplanes, which remain undelivered to Chinese-based airlines amid ongoing tensions between the US Government and China. The carrier joins the queue of several airlines that have their own Boeing 737 MAX aircraft on order but are vying to jump the queue and acquire aircraft earlier than they would otherwise receive their own aircraft.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

While Virgin Atlantics route network is heavily focused on transatlantic flights, the airline will be launching a new route to Asia. The motive for this new service is a bit unconventional, though. Virgin Atlantic helping Korean Air by launching Seoul flights As of March 29, 2026, Virgin Atlantic will launch a new daily flight between London Heathrow (LHR) and Seoul Incheon (ICN).

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Airlines strive to fill their aircraft as often as possible. So much so that overbooking is a commonplace practice, as airlines aim to maximize loads and minimize empty seats and lost revenue. However, operational requirements also mean that occasionally, airline flights leave with empty seats. One such recent incident became particularly lucrative for two Delta Air Lines customers flying from Chicago OHare Airport (ORD) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on April 21, 2025, after they were

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

The logistics surrounding travel can be complicated, especially when it comes to traveling internationally. In this post, I want to talk a bit about the Schengen Area, and the implications of this for travelers. I know that for some people, this will be super obvious, but for others, it can be quite confusing. The basics of Europes Schengen Area Within Europe, there are 29 countries that are part of the Schengen Agreement (named after the town in Luxembourg).

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Electra, a US company developing an ultra-short takeoff and landing (STOL) hybrid passenger aircraft, has raised $115 million in a Series B funding round. The round was led by Prysm Capital, a growth equity firm, which joins other prominent early investors in Electra, including Lockheed Martin Ventures, Honeywell, Safran, the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) and Statkraft Ventures, the venture capital arm of Norwegian energy firm of the same name.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

Weve heard a lot of stories about decreased foreign travel demand to the United States, for a variety of reasons. That information has largely been anecdotal, or has been based on forecasts rather than actual travel data, since theres a gap between when people book tickets and when they actually travel. Furthermore, theres the ability to selectively quote figures to make things look a certain way.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal confirmed an order for 10 Airbus A330-900neo aircraft on April 23, 2025. These will be the first widebody aircraft to be operated by flyadeal. Since its launch in 2017, the low-cost subsidiary of the Saudia Group has operated mostly Airbus A320 family aircraft, although it has also wet-leased A330 aircraft from other operators on occasion.

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AV Web

APRIL 23, 2025

GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp joined other high-level aviation executives in advocating for a tariff-free status for the industry. He cited the 1979 Civil Aircraft Agreement in support of his stance when he recently met with President Trump. The zero-duty status to date has led to a $75 billion annual trade surplus for U.S. aerospace companies, Culp said in a Reuters interview.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

As the turmoil across intercontinental trade agreements continues, two companies are seeking to capitalize on any possible opportunities that might remain for cooperation. Saudia Cargo, the freight-only arm of Saudi Arabias national carrier Saudia , and China Cargo Airlines signed a Memorandum of Understanding at the World Cargo Symposium held in Dubai between 15 and 17 April 2025 to expand cooperation between the two companies to boost trade between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and China.

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Aviation Bussiness News

APRIL 23, 2025

Saudia Cargo, the Saudi Arabian airfreight flag carrier, has announced the launch of new freighter routes from Lige Airport (LGG) in Belgium to Saudi Arabia and Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) in China to Lige Airport. The cargo carrier says it is part of a strategic move which aims to enhance its global network and support the rapid growth of the e-commerce sector and trade between Asia and Europe via the Kingdom, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has unveiled a new dining experience to be rolled out across its fleet. Named the Flavors by SAS, the project is described by the carrier as a new food and beverage concept designed to offer passengers a more varied, globally inspired culinary offering. To be launched onto its network from October 1, 2025, Flavors by SAS will debut alongside the airlines new European business class offering and later on, expanded to its airport lounges and the carriers intercontinenta

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

JetBlue TrueBlue is increasingly adding award redemptions on partner airlines, which is exciting. In the past year or so, weve seen TrueBlue add online redemptions for Hawaiian Airlines , Qatar Airways , TAP Air Portugal , and Icelandair. Now weve seen TrueBlue add redemptions on Japan Airlines, giving members more opportunities to redeem their points (thanks to AwardWallet for reporting this).

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AV Web

APRIL 23, 2025

As part of the fallout from the tragic Reagan Washington National Airport midair collision between a regional jet and a military helicopter, the FAA launched a review of other airport hotspots where mixed traffic can create undue hazards in congested airspace. One such hotspot was identified at Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS) in Nevada.

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Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 23, 2025

The 2025 Blue Angels Practice Schedule has been officially released, offering aviation fans a thrilling opportunity to witness the world-famous U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron in action over the National Naval Aviation Museum at NAS Pensacola. One of the most unique and exhilarating experiences available to visitors of the National Naval Aviation Museum is watching the Blue Angels practice their breathtaking aerial routinesright from the museums own flight line viewing area.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

BAA Training, one of the leading global aviation training organizations delivering both Ab Initio and Type Rating training, and part of Avia Solutions Group the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) provider, has signed a landmark five-year agreement with Qatar Airways Group, one of the worlds most prestigious airlines renowned for setting global aviation standards.

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Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 23, 2025

In a bittersweet moment for vintage aviation enthusiasts in the UK, one historic aircraft arrives while another departs. Through reliable sources, it has been confirmed that the FG-1D Corsair, registered as KD345, is heading back to the United States. While the identity of the new owner remains undisclosed, it is known that the aircraft will now be based in Alabama.

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Simple Flying

APRIL 23, 2025

Earlier this year, on March 23rd, a United Airlines Boeing 767-300ER was blown back by the jet blast of a British Airways Airbus A320neo initiating its takeoff roll at London Heathrow Airport. While its not something that looks all that dramatic from far away, it clearly takes A LOT of energy to move a 767 in the way that it did in this video.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

Virgin Atlantic is set to launch a new daily service from London to Seoul, South Korea, with the first flight set to begin on March 29, 2026. In a statement released on April 23, 2025, the airline said the new service will use Boeing 787-9 aircraft to connect Incheon International Airport (ICN) in Seoul with London-Heathrow Airport (LHR). According to the airline, the new service to Seoul will enhance connections to East Asia and create new ones with SkyTeam members Vietnam Airlines, China Easte

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Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 23, 2025

On this date in aviation historyApril 23, 1956we mark the 69th anniversary of the first flight of the Douglas C-133 Cargomaster. This massive aircraft was developed in response to the United States Air Forces SS402L requirement, which called for a Logistic Carrier Support System. Designed for strategic airlift operations, the C-133 would go on to complement the Lockheed C-130 Hercules, which had already established itself in the tactical airlift role.

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Aerotime

APRIL 23, 2025

After 45 years of innovation, In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) and cabin electronics trailblazer Rosen Aviation has maintained an insatiable appetite for disrupting and provoking the aircraft interior market. The need to disrupt comes from a fundamental belief that it is only when you push, shake and probe that you discover the solutions that will make a real difference to your customers.

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Vintage Aviation News

APRIL 23, 2025

April 22, 2025, marked an extraordinary milestone in aviation history, as the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.I P9372 took to the skies for the first time since it was shot down during the Battle of Britain almost 85 years earlier. The historic flight took place following an extensive restoration effort by the Biggin Hill Heritage Hangar , and it represents a powerful tribute to the legacy of one of the most iconic aircraft of World War II.

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AV Web

APRIL 23, 2025

Earlier this week, The U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) issued a dark warning to airmen and former service members. The office cautioned against foreign intelligence entities using a phony recruitment scheme to trick unsuspecting veterans and current service members. Special Agent Lee Russ executive director of AFOSI Office of Special Projects, said, These arent just job offers, theyre intelligence operations in disguise.

Simple Flying

APRIL 23, 2025

On April 23, 2025, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that the state's Department of Justice has reached a settlement with three different organizations, all of which are part of major multinational ground handling services conglomerate Swissport. This includes Swissport USA, Swissport Cargo Services , and Swissport Fueling, all of which have a major presence across the United States.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

Link: Apply now for the Hilton Honors American Express Business Card Hotel credit cards are often underrated, given the welcome bonuses and valuable perks that they can offer. The Hilton Business Card is Hiltons only small business credit card, and its a great example of how valuable hotel credit cards can be. While you can read a full review of the Hilton Business Card here , in this post, I want to share nine reasons you should consider applying for this $195 annual fee card ( Rates & Fees

Simple Flying

APRIL 23, 2025

Corsair International is likely the kind of airline that most Europeans and certainly most Americans have pretty much never heard of. The airline not only operates with an extremely unique operational model, but it also exists somewhere between the spectrum of full-service airlines and low-cost carriers, which makes it extremely difficult to actually pin down.

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One Mile at a Time

APRIL 23, 2025

A Delta flight attendant is justifiably upset about the way that one of their colleagues treated a family going through the worst situation imaginable, as flagged by PYOK. Unfortunately this seems to be one of those cases where the human touch is lost in the airline industry, which is all too common Delta flight attendant upset over Red Coats actions A Delta flight attendant recently posted online to share an experience where they were frustrated by the way that one of their colleagues treated a

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Plane and Pilot

APRIL 23, 2025

Theres something about the feeling of flying a retractable-gear airplane. Feeling that gentle nudge of acceleration as you retract the gear during climb-out feels great, as does knowing youve got none of that drag slowing you down and increasing fuel burnin cruise. Now, packaged with a relatively easy-to-own Piper Arrow, these experiences are available for $99,000 on Aircraft For Sale.

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World Airline News

APRIL 23, 2025

American Airlines Boeing 737-8 MAX 8 N339SU (msn 44485) JFK (Fred Freketic). Image: 959764. Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900 ER SSWL N268AK (msn 36365) JFK (Fred Freketic). Image: 945414. NEW YORK American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines are streamlining the connecting travelers journey at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as Alaska and Hawaiian officially move their operations to Terminal 8 in 2025.

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Simple Flying

APRIL 23, 2025

When we think of flight attendants , the setting that is usually imagined is a commercial airliner. But you'd be surprised to know that business jets can also feature cabin crew. They can be found on planes operated by charter companies, corporations, and even personal jets. However, the job of a commercial flight attendant is relatively standardized between companies, and pay structures are typically similar.

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World Airline News

APRIL 23, 2025

Air Canada Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner C-FVLX (msn 38356) LAX (Michael B. Ing). Image: 961852. MONTREAL, April 22, 2025 /CNW/ – Air Canada President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Rousseau today announced the realignment of certain senior executive management responsibilities at the airline. The changes are designed to capitalize on cross functional capabilities within the senior executive team and will be effective May 1, 2025. “Air Canada is now well underway with its New Frontier

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