Aerotime
MAY 9, 2025
A debilitating power outage at London-Heathrow Airport (LHR), caused by a substation fire, has cost British Airways owner IAG around 50 million ($56 million), according to the company. On March 20, 2025, shortly before 23:30 local time, the London Fire Brigade descended on the North Hyde Substation after a fire broke out, damaging the three supergrid transformers located there.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 9, 2025
Delta investing in airline partners is nothing new, as the airline owns stakes in Air France-KLM, China Eastern, LATAM, Virgin Atlantic, and more. The airline has now invested in yet another airline , but with a twist. Delta & Korean Air buy 25% stake in WestJet Delta and Korean Air have announced plans to strengthen their respective partnerships with WestJet, through the purchase of minority equity stakes in the Canadian airline from Onex Partners (the upper middle market private equity pla
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Aerotime
MAY 9, 2025
British-Spanish multinational airline holding company International Airlines Group (IAG) has ordered up to 76 new Boeing and Airbus aircraft. In a statement released on May 9, 2025, IAG announced that these new aircraft will enable IAG’s airlines to grow and replace their long-haul fleets with modern, fuel-efficient planes. IAG confirmed that the aircraft will be delivered between 2028 and 2033.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
Air Canada has confirmed that it is going to have to wait until the next calendar year before it can take the first deliveries from its highly anticipated orders for the Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-10. The news came as the Canadian flag carrier announced its first quarter results, and, while the airline is having to work hard to mitigate the impacts of the delays, it is eagerly anticipating their arrivals.
Aerotime
MAY 9, 2025
Vertical Aerospace have signed a new agreement with long-term partner Honeywell to strengthen their alliance on the path towards certifying the VX4, an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The companies announced on May 9, 2025, that the expanded partnership will enter a significant new stage in the VX4s development, with the contract thought to be worth up to $1 billion over the next decade.
Flying Magazine
MAY 9, 2025
Boeing has reactivated its fourth 777X testbed aircraft, designated WH004, marking its return to flight operations for the first time since late 2021. The aircraft took off from Paine Field (KPAE) in Everett, Washington, on Wednesday. Following this flight, all four 777X test airplanes are now concurrently active, a milestone not achieved since 2021.
Aerotime
MAY 9, 2025
The number of aircraft connected to Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service from SpaceX looks set to grow to over 10,000 by the end of 2034, a new report shows. In a report from the UK-based provider of market intelligence services Valour Consultancy, released on May 7, 2025, the company noted that the in-flight connectivity industry is undergoing a major transformation, largely fuelled by Starlink.
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Aerotime
MAY 9, 2025
In the sixth and final article in this series exploring Air Services Development, Gavin will address how tourism boards can measure the success of their co-operative marketing campaigns with carriers, and be able to showcase back to ministries and government offices the benefits of working with the supply and supporting demand generation in a coordinated way, rather than just blanket destination promotion.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
Air Canada has announced that it will add Boeing 737 MAX 8 flights from Montreal, Canada, to Edinburgh, Scotland. The new seasonal route will launch on June 26th and so lets take a look at the details of the new service for todays video!
Aerotime
MAY 9, 2025
In homage to NASAs space travel endeavors, LEGOs latest aerospace release features the iconic Space Shuttle Enterprise and a Boeing 747 shuttle carrier. Details behind the incredible LEGO duo were released on May 6, 2025, with the Danish toymaker confirming the 2,417-piece set scheduled would be available to all on May 18, 2025, retailing at $229.99.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
The Boeing 737-900ER serves as one of Delta Air Lines' domestic aircraft types, which plays a vital role in the carrier's operations, especially throughout its massive Atlanta hub. The 159 Boeing 737-900ER units (according to aeroLOPA ) operated by the Atlanta-based airline make it the biggest Fleet owner of this model type worldwide and account for more than 30% of all Boeing 737-900ERs delivered.
Aerotime
MAY 9, 2025
How do you make a million dollars running an airline? Start with two million. Thats an old aviation joke, but it still rings true today. The pitfalls facing commercial airlines are many, often highlighted by bankruptcies and losses in the industry. Nevertheless, some of the worlds most profitable airlines are proving it doesnt always have to be this way.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
Denver International Airport is under the spotlight after it was revealed that it authorized nine executives to fly to Madrid in first or business class. While this may not seem that strange, the move sparked a backlash when it was discovered that one ticket alone cost $19,000. Another staff member broke the airport's employee travel policy by adding on their two-week vacation in Europe following the conference.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 9, 2025
For the return portion of our winter trip to Tokyo & Niseko , I flew ANAs Airbus A380 first class from Tokyo Narita (NRT) to Honolulu (HNL). Prior to my flight, I spent several hours in the ANA Suite Lounge, which is the Star Alliance carriers first class lounge at one of its two hub airports. The ANA Suite Lounge is a perfectly pleasant place to pass some time, with comfortable seating, and a decent selection of food and drinks.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
I met a Delta Air Lines pilot in Atlanta a few years ago, who handed me a business card that he had created himself. Under the Delta logo and his name was his title, which was listed as Trash Panda Wrangler. I chuckled, knowing that it wasnt his official title, but given that he is a captain on Deltas Airbus A350 fleet, I also knew exactly how he had gotten it.
Alaska Air
MAY 9, 2025
Jeff Miles fulfilled his lifelong dream last week by joining his mom, Captain Michelle Miles, in the flight deck, making history as Alaska Airlines' first mother-son pilot team. The post When your hero is Mom: Mother and son pilots fly together in a milestone moment for Alaska Airlines appeared first on Alaska Airlines News.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
The Airbus A380 has had a curious history since it first flew over 20 years ago, on April 27, 2005. Financially, it was a massive loss for the European plane maker, which had spent 25 billion ($28.1 billion) on research and development on the double-decker, per AviationWeeks estimates.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 9, 2025
Frontier Airlines has just rolled out a lucrative new program, which Im sure will interest some travelers. Frontier Platinum & Diamond members get companion travel perk Frontier Airlines has just introduced an unlimited companion travel benefit for Frontier Miles Platinum and Diamond elite status members the companion just has to pay taxes and fees (starting at $5.60), but otherwise doesnt have to pay a fare.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
With a robust background in engineering and leadership experience in the aerospace sector, Ortberg's appointment has sparked discussions about whether a leader with an engineering background is what Boeing needs on its path to recovery.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 9, 2025
Executives at Denver International Airport (DEN) are facing some criticism over a recent work trip to Madrid, where they spent anywhere from $9K to $19K per person on tickets to get there (thanks to Zen for flagging this). Is the criticism warranted, or is this much ado about nothing? Denver Airports very expensive trip to a conference in Spain CBS News Colorado has the story of how Denver International Airport CEO Phillip Washington and his eight top executive flew to Madrid in April 2025, for
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
US legacy carrier Delta Air Lines has agreed to pay $330 million to acquire a 15% stake in WestJet. This marks the latest development in the Atlanta-based SkyTeam founding member's ongoing partnership with Canada's second-largest airline, which dates back more than 14 years to the start of 2011. Delta hopes that its stake in WestJet will benefit both the airlines and their customers in various markets.
One Mile at a Time
MAY 9, 2025
International Airlines Group (IAG), which is the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, LEVEL, etc., has just gone on a massive shopping spree, to renew its long haul fleet. I dont think theres anything surprising here, and theres one aspect of this that Im particularly happy to see. IAG orders A330neos, A350s, 777Xs, 787s IAG has placed a firm order for 71 wide body jets.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
The Air Accidents Investigation Branch, which investigates civil aircraft accidents in the United Kingdom, has released its findings on the rejected takeoff incident of a British Airways flight at London Gatwick Airport in June 2024.
Flying Magazine
MAY 9, 2025
This year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The United States entry into the war followed the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. For Great Britain, France, and Canada, hostilities began several years earlier, and Popular Aviation what we now know today as FLYING Magazine was writing about it. I spent a day at the Museum of Flight in Seattle looking at back issues and seeing what the publication was doing before and during WWII.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has long been one of the most important hubs within the global network of legacy carrier United Airlines. The facility is a major domestic hub, and it serves as United's principal link to the greater New York metropolitan area. Furthermore, the airport is also well-connected to the rest of United's US-based hubs, with frequent and efficient nonstop flights multiple times per day.
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 9, 2025
On this day in aviation history, May 9, 1962, we mark the 63rd anniversary of the first flight of the Sikorsky CH-54 Tarhe. Designed as a heavy-lift helicopter powered by dual engines, the CH-54 earned the name Tarhe, after a chief of the Wyandot tribefittingly meaning Crane in the Wyandot dialect. True to its name, the aircrafts unique skeletal appearance, with a large open midsection, allowed it to carry cargo slung beneath the fuselage.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
As airlines look to attract more passengers in an increasingly competitive market, it often comes down to the various product offerings both at the airport and on board the aircraft. Keeping that in mind, American Airlines has unveiled the food and beverage options at the soon-to-be-opened Flagship and Admirals Club lounges at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).
Flyertalk
MAY 9, 2025
Bloomberg reports authorities are planning to meet regarding reducing flights in and out of the New York area airport one of the busiest airspaces in the world. Plan Would Ask Carriers to Voluntarily Reduce Flights While the Federal Aviation Administration and others have not commented, insiders speaking anonymously to Bloomberg says a meeting could take place quickly between authorities and air carriers.
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
In recent years, the aviation industry has seen a notable shift towards using narrowbody aircraft for long-haul flights. Airlines have recognized the potential of aircraft like the Airbus A321XLR , which can fly distances over 4,700 nautical miles. However, before this trend took hold, British Airways was already experimenting with narrowbody aircraft for its transatlantic flights.
Aviation News
MAY 9, 2025
IAG to place order for 53 new long-haul aircraft Discloses order of 18 aircraft from March News comes a day after Britain, US announce trade deal May 9 (Reuters) - British Airways owner IAG on Friday unveiled plans to buy 71 long-haul aircraft from Airbus and Boeing, sharing a major fleet expansion across the Atlantic…
Flying Magazine
MAY 9, 2025
The National Transportation Safety Board has released the preliminary report on April’s in-flight breakup and crash of a tourist helicopter in New York. Investigators from both the NTSB and the FAA are scrutinizing video recordings from surveillance cameras that caught the aircraft’s disintegration as it flew over the Hudson River corridor.
Vintage Aviation News
MAY 9, 2025
The Spirit of Flight Foundation has announced the addition of a remarkable piece of American daredevil history to its museum collection: a replica of Evel Knievels Skycycle X-2. The iconic rocket-powered vehicle, best known for its dramatic 1974 attempt to leap the Snake River Canyon in Idaho, will soon arrive at the museum’s home in Nampa. Many people remember Evels legendary attempt to jump the Snake River Canyon, said Gordon Page, President of the Spirit of Flight Foundation.
Aviation Bussiness News
MAY 9, 2025
We sat down with Jingfeng Liu, President of Chinese aircraft seating manufacturer Jiaitai, where he discusses the companys rapid rise as a leader in premium aircraft seating solutions, proudly representing Chinas growing influence in global aerospace manufacturing. With a focus on cutting-edge design, passenger comfort, and engineering excellence, Jiatais story is one of strategic growth and international ambition – anchored by a vision to redefine the in-flight experience.
World Airline News
MAY 9, 2025
Hawaiian Airlines is celebrating the upcoming live-action release of Disneys Lilo & Stitch , landing in theaters May 23, with playful new looks in the skies. Today, travelers can spot Stitch striking his best Pualani profile on Hawaiians Airbus A330-243 (N378HA), the first of three specially-designed aircraft. Next week, Hawaiian will introduce its second livery design a narrow-body Airbus A321 covered in Stitchs wildly creative masterpiece – with the thirddesign on the Boeing 717reve
Aviation Bussiness News
MAY 9, 2025
Ryanair has announced an Approved OTA Aggregator partnership with Atlas, a global travel tech company specialising in low-cost carriers (LCC) content distribution. Atlas will now be authorised to offer Ryanairs flights to their network of OTA partners, on the condition that they provide full price transparency of the carrier’s products. This deal will also ensure that customers who book Ryanair flights through Atlass OTA partners have access to their myRyanair account without needing to co
Simple Flying
MAY 9, 2025
A JetBlue Airbus A320-200 performing a flight from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau in the Bahamas recently had to perform an emergency landing due to a fire on board. The hour-long flight was uneventful until about 50 miles from Nassau, after the aircraft had already begun its descent. At this point, smoke began to fill the cabin and the pilots were forced to contact ATC in Nassau to declare an emergency.
Flying Magazine
MAY 9, 2025
Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Todays Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Todays Top Pick is a 1974 Beechcraft F33A Bonanza. Beechcrafts distinctive V-tail Bonanza, introduced in 1947, might be the first image that comes to mind when someone says, Bonanza.
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