Aviation Bussiness News
AUGUST 8, 2025
Wizz Air has equipped its fleet with StorkJet’s FlyGuide FPO (Flight Path Optimisation) solution that evaluates aircraft performance models and actual flight data using machine learning algorithms. This AI-driven tool recommends optimal speeds and altitudes for each phase of the flight — from climb to cruising and descent — with personalised advice delivered to pilots via their tablets.
Professional Pilot
AUGUST 8, 2025
PRESS RELEASE m agniX, the company powering the electric aviation revolution, and Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, have agreed to jointly develop a battery electric demonstrator based on the Robinson R66 platform. The two companies plan to have the first flight of this demonstrator take place in late 2026. magniX will provide its fully integrated electric powertrain for helicopters, including the first of its range of lightweight, hig
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Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
Hawaiian Airlines have teamed up with Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum to launch a certification program that prepares high school students for careers in aviation maintenance. The program, called Aviation Pathways: Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Program, is a no-cost, two-year training initiative designed to teach Oʻahu high school juniors some of the skills required in aviation maintenance and mechanics.
Flying Magazine
AUGUST 8, 2025
The FAA’s latest air traffic control (ATC) workforce plan projects that the agency will hire thousands of controllers by the end of 2028—but that push would not be enough to address a nationwide shortage that has persisted for years. The staffing blueprint, unveiled Thursday by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, outlines the agency’s strategy to close the gap, which stands at about 3,000 to 3,500 certified professional controllers (CPCs).
Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
AeroTime is excited to welcome a new columnist with deep industry insight. Gary Vermaak is a techno-economic consultant specializing in sustainable mobility and renewable energy. A former member of the South African Air Force, he brings a unique perspective shaped by a career in accounting and finance across banking, energy, and mining. Today, he serves as Africa Chapter Director and Global Secretariat for the Drone Logistics Ecosystem, Chief of Staff: Advisors at the Advanced Air Mobility Insti
iPad Pilot News
AUGUST 8, 2025
ForeFlight Launches Dynamic Procedures iPad Pilot News ForeFlight has launched a major upgrade to its approach chart capabilities with the debut of Dynamic Procedures , a new feature that transforms how pilots brief and fly instrument approaches. The feature is available in ForeFlight’s latest release, version 17.7.4. Building on the foundation laid by Procedure Advisor (introduced in 2015) and Augmented Procedures (launched in 2021), this latest enhancement brings it all together—deliveri
Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
Turkish Airlines has confirmed that it is submitting a binding offer to acquire Spanish airline Air Europa. The decision has been communicated in a public disclosure statement posted on Turkish Airlines’ website on August 8, 2025. In this statement, the Turkish flag carrier mentions the complementarity of both airlines’ networks (particularly Air Europa’s strong presence in the Latin American market), as well as the potential of both carriers and their respective subsidiaries and joint ventures
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Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
India has submitted a working paper to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regarding increasing concerns that experienced pilots and engineers are being recruited by overseas airlines. Ahead of the ICAO’s Assembly 42nd Session in Montreal, Canada, India’s working paper said that practices by “contracting states” were “adversely” impacting the country’s ability to develop its own international civil aviation.
AV Web
AUGUST 8, 2025
Aura Aero has announced its first U.S. order for its Integral R, placed by airshow pilot Michael Goulian, who is also serving as the aircraft’s official U.S. ambassador. The France-based company, started by three former Airbus engineers, hopes this purchase marks the beginning of its expansion into the North American market. Goulian’s purchase of the Integral R was first announced at EAA AirVenture in July.
Aviation Bussiness News
AUGUST 8, 2025
Passau-based air operator flYellow and AI start-up flyvbird have announced an operations-led partnership. The collaboration will provide the foundation for the launch of flyvbird’s flexible, on-demand flight services from Germany – on schedule to start from next month, with Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft operating on flYellow’s AOC. Initial routes will connect regional airports including Friedrichshafen, Mönchengladbach, Münster/Osnabrück, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Hof-Plauen Airport and Berlin S
Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
Aircraft deliveries from Airbus have increased for the third month in a row as the European aerospace giant begins to build momentum. On August 7, 2025, Airbus announced that 67 jets had been delivered to 41 customers during July 2025, bringing the total for the year to 373. On July 30, 2025, Airbus published its half-year results , reaffirming its commitment to achieving around 820 aircraft deliveries for the year.
Plane and Pilot
AUGUST 8, 2025
Let’s face facts. Learning to fly, like just about everything else these days, is getting pretty darn expensive. The cost of airplanes, insurance, quality maintenance, and the avgas to keep them flying have all gone up dramatically. Having said that, the long-term sustained market for airline pilots has created a bull market for flight training providers.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
Delta’s current fleet of CRJ700 Bombardier regional jets that ferry skiers and nature lovers to the high mountain chalets of Aspen will soon be swapped out for bigger, sleeker Embraer E175 aircraft.
Universal Weather
AUGUST 8, 2025
For more information on operating to Singapore, visit our destination and regulatory guides: Destination Guides Singapore Business Aviation Destination Guide Singapore Regulatory Topics Singapore Foreign Operator Permit Regulations Singapore No Boarding Directive Beginning in 2026 , Singapore’s Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) will roll out a No‑Boarding Directive (NBD).
Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
Brazilian planemaker Embraer has announced that it has entered into multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with partners in Lithuania to expand long-term collaboration in the country’s aviation and defense sectors. In the weeks of late July and early August 2025, a delegation of Embraer experts traveled to Lithuania, where they engaged with local industry leaders and evaluated various Lithuanian companies to explore the possibility of forming lasting industrial partnerships.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
American Airlines (AA) has become the first US airline to take delivery of the Airbus A321XLR , marking a new chapter in narrowbody long-haul operations. The jet, delivered in full livery, was anticipated to open new transatlantic city pairs that the Boeing 757s once served, and also to replace the older Airbus A321T aircraft. However, in a surprising turn, the aircraft remained grounded in Europe, not due to mechanical or certification issues, but because of a simple yet critical supply chain f
Vintage Aviation News
AUGUST 8, 2025
On this day in aviation history, 91 years ago (August 8, 1934), the first non-stop flight from Canada to England was completed—marking not only a transatlantic milestone but also the first overseas flight from mainland Canada. The story began a year earlier, in 1933, when English aviation pioneers James Mollison and his wife, Amy Johnson, flew to Wasaga Beach, Ontario, in their de Havilland DH.84 Dragon Seafarer II.
Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
Chapman Freeborn, a global leader in aviation charter solutions and part of the Avia Solutions Group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Vilma Vaitiekunaite as Vice President Passenger – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. With over 20 years of experience in commercial aviation, sales, marketing, and corporate communications, Vilma brings a proven track record of leadership and client-focused excellence.
Airline Reporter
AUGUST 8, 2025
On most global airline rankings, a few elite airlines reign supreme. In recent years, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines have duked it out for the top spot. That pair of long-haul carriers are on top of their game, especially in premium cabins where they can dial the experience up to the max. I’ve enjoyed writing occasional airline comparison stories like Air France vs KLM (2020) and a battle royale between five Star Alliance carriers (2018).
Aviation Bussiness News
AUGUST 8, 2025
Cathay Pacific has expanded its commitment to the Boeing 777-9, placing an additional order for 14 more aircraft and bringing its total order book to 35 of the world’s largest twin-engine passenger jets. The Hong Kong-based carrier said the latest deal will support its long-term fleet renewal and expansion strategy, enabling it to meet growing demand on long- and ultra-long-haul routes.
Aerotime
AUGUST 8, 2025
Canada-based Bombardier has announced it is to launch a major expansion initiative within its services and support network in the United States (US). On August 7, 2025, the company said that the strategy evolved following “rapid growth” in the number of Bombardier aircraft now based in the US. The US network will grow through a multi-phase, multi-site expansion initiative focusing on existing geographies where the company already operates, in addition to new ones.
Aviation Bussiness News
AUGUST 8, 2025
Famously orange LCC easyJet has appointed Kevin Doyle as its UK Country Manager. He will be instrumental in delivering easyJet’s strategic direction and commercial success in the UK. The carrier bases 183 aircraft and employs around 14,000 people at 10 bases across the UK. The airline will also open 11th UK base opening next spring at Newcastle International Airport.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
Asiana Airlines has resumed its Airbus A380 flights to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in Germany. The South Korean carrier's superjumbos had been absent from the Hessian facility for half a decade, but, yesterday, the double-decker quadjet took over duties from the Airbus A350-900 on the route from Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN).
Cranky Flier
AUGUST 8, 2025
And just like that… Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is back! We couldn’t be happier to have them return to sponsor the Cranky Weekly Review for another year. And really, nobody is happier than Andrew, who is thrilled to once again have regular meals and occasional baseball games. Alaska Goes Transatlantic, Buys Itself a Dream(liner) Alaska Airlines announced it’s flying from Seattle to London/LHR and Reykjavik/KEF starting spring 2026, continuing its glow up from “West Coast
Professional Pilot
AUGUST 8, 2025
PRESS RELEASE T extron Aviation announced customers can now upgrade their Cessna Citation CJ1 with the all-Garmin retrofit solution following Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supplemental type certification (STC). Customers can have the upgrade installed at any of the company’s global service network locations to add significant technological advances and new capabilities to their aircraft.
Aviation News
AUGUST 8, 2025
Aviation News – After four weeks of high-tempo flying, fueling, and launching missions, Misawa Air Base’s 35th Fighter Wing has concluded Exercise Resolute Force Pacific.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
The Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777-9 are both among the largest commercial jets ever conceived. While neither aircraft can challenge the capacity of the two super jumbos - the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380 - they are nonetheless two of the biggest twinjet widebody aircraft on the market today. The 777-9 hasn't entered service yet, but is expected to do so late next year with launch customer Lufthansa.
Aviation Bussiness News
AUGUST 8, 2025
South Africa-based regional airline Airlink and lessor Azorra have finalized a lease agreement that will see the Johannesburg-headquartered airline acquire 10 new Embraer E195-E2 twin-engine passenger aircraft, with the first delivery scheduled for later this year. This follows the previously announced selection of the E195-E2s by the airline made at the Paris Air Show.
One Mile at a Time
AUGUST 8, 2025
If you’re flying Southwest Airlines in the coming days, you may be treated to free Wi-Fi. While this is only a limited time trial for the time being, I have to imagine that there’s a motive behind this… Southwest offering free Wi-Fi August 8-14, 2025 Between August 8 and August 14, 2025, Southwest is offering all Rapid Rewards members free Wi-Fi. Rapid Rewards members will be directed to log into the portal with their account details, and can then connect for free, with no data limits or time re
Aviation Bussiness News
AUGUST 8, 2025
Etihad Cargo is celebrating two years of operations at Ezhou Huahu Airport, strengthening its strategic partnership with SF Airlines and expanding its role in Asia’s first dedicated freighter hub. Since moving joint operations from Wuhan to Ezhou in August 2023, Etihad Airways became the first international airline to launch scheduled commercial freighter services in the region.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
The United States Air Force (USAF) accident investigation board recently released its final report on the December 2022 incident involving a USAF B-2 Spirit bomber. According to the report, a hydraulic system failure caused a fire that spread to the bomber’s left outboard fuel tank.
Flight Training Central
AUGUST 8, 2025
Change 1 Effective August 7, 2025 A new revision to the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) is now in effect, and it includes an important clarification for pilots operating at towered airports. The FAA has updated paragraph 4-3-3 to realign the definition and depiction of the upwind leg with how it’s used by air traffic control (ATC) in practice.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
Airbus has reported that it delivered 67 new aircraft to 41 customers in July 2025. While this was the third month in a row that deliveries increased, the 2025 figures were still 10 units shy of the total deliveries made in July 2024. CEO Guillaume Faury reaffirmed the manufacturer's target of 820 aircraft deliveries in 2025 during the company's mid-year financials presentation last month, but this goal might now be in jeopardy.
Professional Pilot
AUGUST 8, 2025
PRESS RELEASE B lackhawk Performance Centers are proud to announce that their Glendale, Arizona facility has been selected as a preferred avionics facility to initially install the newly-certified Avidyne Vantage 12 Flight Display System in Cirrus SR20 and SR22 aircraft. This prestigious designation reinforces Blackhawk’s dedication to technical excellence and its long-standing commitment to providing world-class aircraft upgrade solutions.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
Qantas has finally taken its newest aircraft transcontinental. The airline, which received it's first gamechanging Airbus A321XLR on July 2, has quietly been operating the aircraft primarily between Sydney and Melbourne for most of July, however on August 8, the plane took off from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), destined for it's longest commerical flight since delivery, across the countries 'red center', all the way to Perth International Airport (PER), in Western Australia.
Aviation Bussiness News
AUGUST 8, 2025
IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has reported a 21% year-on-year increase in the volume of perishable goods transported in the first half of 2025, driven by rising global demand for fresh produce. The growth comes amid shifting European consumer habits, with McKinsey & Company research pointing to increased appetite for fresh foods.
Simple Flying
AUGUST 8, 2025
As the most popular and fastest-selling jet engine in history, GE Aerospace has reaped the rewards of the GEnx engine , with more than 3,000 in service. These engines have proven to be a game-changer for Boeing , which has deployed them on its Boeing 787 Dreamliners and 747-8 aircraft.
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