Aerotime
JANUARY 15, 2025
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has begun an investigation into a midair incident involving a United Airlines Boeing 737-900ER and a Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-300. According to the US aviation regulator, both aircraft were scheduled to arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) on January 11, 2025, within 23 minutes of each other.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 15, 2025
Virgin Atlantic Flying Club has an ongoing status match offer. I want to cover the details in this post, especially as the list of airlines from which Virgin Atlantic will match has changed. On top of that, with the changes to British Airways loyalty program , presumably some people are considering another program. Virgin Atlantic Flying Club status match basics Virgin Atlantic Flying Club is offering a status match offer for both of its elite tiers: To become an instant Gold member, you need to
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Aerotime
JANUARY 15, 2025
Southwest Airlines is pausing corporate hiring and promotions and will be suspending most of its summer internships to cut costs and improve profits, CEO Bob Jordan said in a message to employees. Every single dollar matters as we continue to fight to return to excellent financial performance, Jordan said in a memo to employees on January 13, 2025, which was seen by CNBC.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 15, 2025
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) was recently unbanned from the European Union , with the first route resumption being between Islamabad (ISB) and Paris (CDG). Well, Pakistans government is now reportedly investigating the airline, over what might be one of the most widely seen airline social media posts ever Pakistans Prime Minister calls PIA ad stupid When PIA resumed nonstop flights to Paris, the airline shared an attention grabbing post on social media, depicting a PIA Boeing 777 flying
Aerotime
JANUARY 15, 2025
Boeing delivered 180 fewer commercial aircraft in 2024 than 2023 after a torrid year which began with a door plug separating from an Alaska Airline 737-9 midflight. On January 14, 2025, Boeing confirmed that 348 passenger jets were delivered to customers last year including just 57 in the final quarter. In 2023, a total of 528 commercial planes were handed over to operators, with 157 delivered in the final quarter.
Airline Reporter
JANUARY 15, 2025
Icelandair’s first A321LR, TF-IAA, at a gate at Stockholm Arlanda Airport following its inaugural revenue flight from KEF Icelandair has, other than their domestic/feeder airline, long had an all-Boeing mainline fleet consisting of 737 MAX-8 and MAX-9, 757-200, 757-300, and 767 jetliners. That all changed on Dec. 10, 2024, when the airline placed an A321LR into service as TF-IAA, named Esia , per their protocol of naming aircraft after Icelandic volcanoes.
One Mile at a Time
JANUARY 15, 2025
Many of us aviation enthusiasts are big fans of the Airbus A380 and Boeing 747 , given that these planes are no longer in production, and wont be in passenger service for that much longer. Korean Air is one of two airlines in the world to operate both of these jets (the other is Lufthansa). Up until recently, the carriers plan was to retire Airbus A380s by 2026, and retire Boeing 747s by 2031.
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Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
Key Lime Air has carved out a distinct niche in the aviation industry with its specialized charter operations. Based in Colorado, this regional airline has earned a reputation for reliability, versatility, and innovation. Unlike major commercial carriers, Key Lime Air operates within a unique framework tailored to meet the needs of underserved markets and specialized clientele.
Aerotime
JANUARY 15, 2025
The Saudia-owned low-cost carrier flyadeal looks poised to order 10 Airbus A330neos in its first ever widebody acquisition, according to Reuters. Speaking to inside sources, Reuters reported that flyadeal could announce the agreement with Airbus within weeks after setting its sights on the A330-900 after also considering the Boeing 737 MAX 9. At the Routes 2024 event in Bahrain, flyadeals CEO Steven Greenaway revealed that the airline intended to order its first widebody aircraft by the end of 2
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
While the largest and most well-known airport in London is undoubtedly London Heathrow Airport (LHR), the city's second-most-important airport continues to grow rapidly and more and more passengers pass through the facility's doors each year. Located in West Sussex about 30 miles south of Central London, Gatwick is, year-over-year, the second-busiest airport in the United Kingdom by passenger traffic and often ranks as one of the ten busiest in Europe.
Aviation Bussiness News
JANUARY 15, 2025
Regional aircraft manufacturer ATR, and turboprop lessor Abelo have made significant changes to an existing order. Abelo has converted its initial order for 10 ATR 42 STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) aircraft into a mix of five ATR 42-600 and five ATR 72-600, due to the manufacturer cancelling development of the STOL variant. Additionally, Abelo has expanded its fleet by firming up orders for three ATR 72-600.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
On Wednesday, January 15th, Daher announced its annual deliveries for the complete year of 2024. Overall, the Tarbes, France -based aircraft manufacturer delivered 82 total aircraft in 2024. This includes both TBMs and Kodiaks to a wide variety of international customers. This was just under an 11% increase year-over-year compared to the number of aircraft the company delivered in 2023.
Flyertalk
JANUARY 15, 2025
The agency is accusing the airline of illegally operating multiple chronically delayed flights and disrupting passengers travel on two routes across four states. Southwest Accused of Chronic Delays From Chicago to Oakland, Baltimore to Cleveland According to the lawsuit, Southwest is accused of operating two specific chronically delayed flights. The first one is between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Oakland International Airport (OAK), while the other is between Baltimore/Washington Internati
Aerotime
JANUARY 15, 2025
While commercial aircraft manufacturing is dominated by two big players, Boeing and Airbus, the engine industry has a similarly small playing field. Four big companies make up 99% of the global aero engine market – Rolls-Royce, Pratt & Whitney, CFM International and General Electric. Of the four, CFM holds the largest market share, closely followed by Pratt & Whitney.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
Thanks to the relaunch of flights to Libya's Benghazi , Turkish Airlines now has scheduled passenger flights to 51 African airports from its Istanbul Airport hub. According to Cirium Diio information, it last served Benghazi in 2014, when the civil war meant it suspended operations. I am sure it will be in my next jam-packed Weekly Routes article!
AV Web
JANUARY 15, 2025
Get an eye-watering proposal for the installation of a new IFR navigator and thoughts might turn to sourcing a used one. For some, that isnt necessarily a bad idea, but it isnt exactly easy, either. Thats because there arent a lot of choices that we think make sense, mainly because of supportor lack of. The good news is that its obvious that the used avionics market is loosening up compared to what it was a year or two ago when the supply chain was tanked.
World Airline News
JANUARY 15, 2025
JetBlue Airways is adding it’s first-ever flights to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada and San Pedro Sula, Honduras. The airline isunveiling five new routes to picturesque summer escapesfour of which are brand-new additions to the JetBlue network. These routes complement the airline’s previously announced new European destinations, Madrid and Edinburgh.
AV Web
JANUARY 15, 2025
The family of Thai billionaire Khun Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, is suing helicopter manufacturer Leonardo for $2.6 billion. The family alleges multiple failures in Leonardos design process led to the October 2018 crash of an AW169 shortly after takeoff from the soccer stadium in Leicester, England. All on board, including Srivaddhanaprabha, who was the chairman of the Leicester City Football Club, died in the fiery crash.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) was the first major airport built after the Second World War, and it saw significant growth during the jet age that followed. From 1963 to 1998, Chicago O'Hare became the world's busiest airport. Even today, the airport serves 214 destinations and records millions of passengers and aircraft movements annually.
Aerotime
JANUARY 15, 2025
Hawaiian Airlines gave a sneak preview of what its lounge will look like at Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL). The lounge, which is set to open at the end of 2027, is part of the Alaska Air Groups three-year strategic plan following its acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines. The airline said the lounges initial designs are inspired by Hawaii’s rich natural elements, and the space includes sculptural elements, bold pops of color and reflective beams of light.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
This month, Pakistan International Airlines resumed flights between Islamabad and Paris, with news that the once-banned airline is also planning to relaunch flights to the United Kingdom. This week, the official news agency of Iran announced that flights between Iran and Europe will resume in January, with efforts underway to add services to the UK.
Vintage Aviation News
JANUARY 15, 2025
On Saturday, February 1, 2025, the Planes of Fame Air Museum invites aviation enthusiasts and families to experience a special Hangar Talk and Flying Demo event, spotlighting the legendary de Havilland DH58 Mosquito. Photo by Britt Dietz The event schedule includes: 9:00 AM : Museum doors open, welcoming visitors to explore the exhibits and prepare for the days activities. 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM : Hangar Talk kicks off, featuring a series of engaging presentations on aviation history, notable
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
In the years following the COVID-19 pandemic, private aviation has continued to boom. Passengers are chartering more aircraft than ever, leading to sky-high demand for ever-larger and more premium private jets. Manufacturers such as Bombardier , Embraer, and Gulfstream have scrambled to build these incredibly capable aircraft, servicing a growing passenger demand.
Airline Geeks
JANUARY 15, 2025
JetBlue announced Wednesday that it would be adding five brand-new destinations to its North American East Coast network.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
Approximately 5.9 million passengers flew between the US and India in the 12 months to July 2024, equivalent to more than 16,000 people daily. Approximately 86 in 100 passengers connected to another flight en route, especially in the Gulf and European hubs.
Airline Geeks
JANUARY 15, 2025
Uniteds Washington to Bozeman flight previously held the No. 1 spot. This summer, though, the nearly 1,800-mile route will be operated by Airbus A319s.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
Boeing has published its 2024 delivery numbers, with the company ending the year with 57 commercial aircraft deliveries in Q4 and 348 in 2024, compared to Airbus 123 and 766, respectively.
AOPA
JANUARY 15, 2025
Hartzell's new lightweight, three-blade Carbon Voyager propeller has been approved by the FAA to retrofit Cessna 180, 182, 185, 206, and T206 singles.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
Starting on April 2, 2025, Dubai-based carrier Emirates will increase flights to Madagascar from four to six weekly services in response to strong passenger demand. The expansion will come about seven months since the airlines inaugural flight to Madagascar.
AOPA
JANUARY 15, 2025
Oil is a multi-role actor in the cast of characters that keep an aircraft engine healthy and happy. It plays the leading role in lubricating critical parts, but also handles 25 percent of the heat produced by the engine, controls the propeller, carries away contaminants for filtration, and protects vulnerable metal parts from corrosion when the plane sits idle in between flights.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
The De Havilland Canada DHC-515 is an amphibious twin-engined aircraft originally manufactured by Canadair and then by Bombardier , and now by De Havilland Canada. It is primarily a water bomber used for firefighting and forest fires. It scoops water from lakes and the sea, to drop on fires. The idea for the DHC-515 started when the CL-415 'Superscooper' program was acquired by Viking Air in October 2016.
Aviation News
JANUARY 15, 2025
Tokyo, Japan The National Police Agency (NPA) of Japan has taken delivery of two Airbus H160 helicopters, making it the first para-public operator of the.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
In recent weeks, United States Air Force leaders have opined on how Chinas J-36 & H-20 will impact the United States Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program. NGAD is not just one of those six US programs to watch in 2025 , but the likely standard of what is a 6th Generation Fighter Jet.
AV Web
JANUARY 15, 2025
A new JobsOhio grant will boost GE Aerospaces efforts to explore next-gen commercial aircraft propulsion systems. Designated for new test equipment for GEs Peebles, Ohio test operations site, the grants are expected to spur the creation of 200 new engineering jobs by the end of 2028. Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said, Ohio has a storied history of aviation ingenuity dating back to the Wright brothers, and GE Aerospace continues to build on that foundation of excellence by developing the next-generation
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
In previous 2024 videos we looked at some of the busiest routes in the world, as well as within the United States. With the entirety of 2024 now fully in the past, aviation data firm OAG has compiled its list of busiest international flight routes in the world for the year. So, today lets take a look at the top 10 for the year!
Vintage Aviation News
JANUARY 15, 2025
On this day in aviation history, January 15, 1937, the Beechcraft Model 18 (the Twin Beech), one of the most popular twin-engine aircraft in aviation history, made its first flight. Over 9,000 Beech 18s were built between 1937 to 1970, making one of the most produced twin-engine aircraft of all time, and one that still had hundreds of examples still in airworthy condition around the world today.
Simple Flying
JANUARY 15, 2025
JetBlue has announced its new summer schedule, which includes route additions from Boston, New York, and cities in New England, namely Providence, Rhode Island, and Hartford, Connecticut.
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