Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

United Airlines has flown the Boeing 767-300ER for over three decades, using it as a reliable workhorse on transatlantic and transpacific routes. Yet now, with a planned retirement of its entire 37-aircraft fleet by December 2027, the carrier is clearly ready to move on. In this guide, we’ll explore the economic, operational, and environmental factors driving United’s decision to phase out the Boeing 767, and what it means for passengers, crew, and the wider aviation industry.

Airlines

Flying Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2025

A U.K.-based tech company is transforming how airlines keep track of fuel for their airplanes, a process one co-founder said remains surprisingly archaic for many carriers and the airports and fuel companies they coordinate with. “When we started, the goal was to bring real-time technology, mobile technology, to an industry that was very paper-driven, very manually processed across the world, and still is to some extent,” said Alex Mattos, chief operating officer at i6 Group.

Fixed Base Operator

Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 2, 2025

On this day in aviation history, 116 years ago (August 2, 1909), the United States government purchased its first military aircraft—the 1909 Wright Military Flyer. The U.S. Army Signal Corps acquired the airplane for $30,000, designating it Signal Corps Airplane No. 1. Initially stationed at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas, it served primarily as a pilot trainer.

Airplanes

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 2, 2025

I’m not sure whether to be surprised by this move or not… IAG allocates Boeing 737 MAX order to Vueling In 2022, International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and Vueling, placed an order for at least 50 Boeing 737 MAXs. This includes 25 737 MAX 8-200s (the 737 MAX 8, but with an extra exit, to allow for increased capacity) and 25 737 MAX 10s (the largest variant of the 737 MAX, which hasn’t yet been certified).

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

The Airbus A330neo is one of the most technologically advanced widebody airliners in the world. Airbus has produced this variant of the Airbus A330 since the mid-2010s, and the aircraft has become a prominent player in the aviation industry. The aircraft was developed from the original A330 series, although it features modern engines, hence the "neo" designation, which stands for "new engine option.

Airlines

The Aviationist

AUGUST 2, 2025

The historic flight, which was 11 years in the making, saw the TU-2 flying longer than 14 hours and traveling over 6,000 NM across all 48 contiguous states of the U.S. On Aug. 1, 2025, we reported about a Lockheed U-2 aircraft which was heard communicating to air traffic control about the intention to break […] The post U.S. Air Force Confirms TU-2S Dragon Lady Broke Endurance Records appeared first on The Aviationist.

Air Traffic Control

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

The transatlantic US-Europe market is one of the most lucrative air corridors in commercial aviation, as well as being one of its most fiercely competitive. Additionally, many flights beyond Europe also cross the transatlantic, including to the Middle East and Africa. The 'Big Three' US airlines - American Airlines , Delta Air Lines and United Airlines - all operate extensive transatlantic networks to Europe and beyond.

Airline

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) has criticized the Federal Aviation Administration's ( FAA ) failure to sufficiently resolve its oversight of SkyWest's maintenance practices. A DOT audit of the FAA's oversight found "key gaps in oversight" in a number of areas, with the DOT issuing seven recommendations for the FAA to implement.

Airlines

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 2, 2025

As of August 1, 2025, Etihad Airways has started flying its new Airbus A321LRs , which are in a three-cabin layout, with first class, business class, and economy. To coincide with this, the Abu Dhabi-based carrier has also rolled out improvements to its first class product , especially on the ground. While plans for this were first announced several months ago, we now have all the details, given that this is live.

Narrow-Body Aircraft

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

The Airbus A380 is one of the world's most well-known aircraft. The A380 is the world's largest passenger airliner and is also the only full-length double-deck jet airliner, since the Boeing 747 features only a partial double-deck. Originally, Airbus first began researching the program in the late 1980s, specifically to rival the Boeing aircraft. However, the project was not officially launched by Airbus until late 2000, with the project totaling nearly $11 billion.

Airlines

The Aviationist

AUGUST 2, 2025

The AAIB found the seat’s safety pin was not fully installed and the previously disconnected harness chest strap caught on and inadvertently actuated the seat’s handle. An improperly inserted safety pin after landing and a disconnected harness chess strap getting caught on the ejection seat handle caused the accidental ejection that killed T-6A Texan II […] The post Improper Pin Install, Strap Entanglement Caused Fatal T-6A Accidental Ejection appeared first on The Aviationist.

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

In the course of increasing capacity for projected traffic growth and replacing retiring aircraft, the world's passenger and freighter fleets are expected to nearly double by the end of 2044. Airbus projects over 34,000 narrowbody aircraft will be in service, and close to 10,000 widebody aircraft will be at major international destinations and high-density hubs, with especially high growth in the Asia-Pacific region.

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 2, 2025

Bellanca 7ECA Midlothian, Texas/Injuries: None NTSB Report: CEN23LA392 The pilot was familiarizing himself with the airplane in preparation for a multiday, cross-country flight. He also said that there was a potential that he would provide flight instruction to a student during the upcoming flights, so he wanted to perform three takeoffs and landings in the airplane to meet the recent flight experience requirements of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 61.57.

Crosswind

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Alaska Airlines has announced the completion of its cabin upgrade for the first Boeing 737-800 narrowbody aircraft. The revamped 737-800 now features a premium-heavy cabin, equipped with new RECARO seats.

Airlines

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 2, 2025

I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I just wrapped up my review trip to Europe, and we’re now on a quick getaway to celebrate Miles’ third birthday (our older soon). You can expect a St. Regis hotel review, but I’ll let y’all guess which property. On the points & travel front, this week Etihad’s new Airbus A321LR took to the skies, Southwest started selling assigned and premium seating, SWISS revealed more details about its Airbus A350-900 deliveries, United flight attendants re

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Singapore Airlines is one of the few remaining Airbus A380 operators in the world. Known for its luxury onboard offering, including its first-class Suites, the aircraft has played a flagship role.

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Aviation News

AUGUST 2, 2025

Aviation News — Three years into Russia’s war on Ukraine, the country’s flagship airline, Aeroflot, is at the epicenter of a spiraling aviation crisis fueled.

Airlines

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Cambodian national carrier Air Cambodia is undergoing negotiations for up to 20 Boeing 737 MAX jets after Cambodia agreed to scrap tariffs on US goods. Details on the deal have not been forthcoming, so it is unclear when deliveries are likely to begin.

Jet

Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 2, 2025

In recent years, the topic of the Vietnam War has gained attention and interest from those who study history, or who have friends or family who served in the conflict. As earlier generations of soldiers from World War II and the Korean War have slowly begun to fade away, Vietnam veterans now see more opportunities to talk about their experiences and share their side of the story.

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

The Lockheed C-5 Galaxy/C-5M Super Galaxy is the largest transport aircraft built for the United States Air Force, while the double-decked Airbus A380 is the largest passenger aircraft ever built. The C-5 Galaxy hails from a time when the Air Force thought progress and enhanced capacities meant progressively larger aircraft. However, after the Galaxy, the Air Force went on to procure the smaller C-17 Globemaster III and is now looking for an even smaller next-generation airlifter.

Cranky Flier

AUGUST 2, 2025

Are Global Entry and TSA PreCheck Losing Their Value? – TravelPulse TSA Precheck and Global Entry have been well worth it for years, but is that changing? With new options for regular travelers, Global Entry in particular is losing its luster. I’m not sure I’d even bother getting it today if I didn’t already have it. A new Southwest Airlines takes off — to mixed results – Travel Weekly Southwest reported Q2 results that weren’t great, but I argue that it

Airlines

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Delta Air Lines has hit out at critics of its artificial intelligence ( AI ) pricing tool after receiving backlash for using an alleged "individualized pricing" system. Last week, prominent US senators penned a letter criticizing the possible use of customers' personal data to set individual prices for fares.

Airlines

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 2, 2025

There’s a major aviation controversy in Colombia, after it was discovered that a teenager was given “hands on” training in an air traffic control tower, down to giving planes takeoff clearance. Thanks to The Aviation Herald for flagging this. 18-year-old gives pilots instructions in Bogota tower Aerocivil, Colombia’s civil aviation authority, has suspended the licenses of several air traffic controllers at the country’s busiest airport.

Air Traffic Control

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Germany’s Lufthansa plans to take delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner featuring Allegris business class seats, in September 2025, the airline’s CEO, Carsten Spohr, said during its second-quarter earnings call.

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 2, 2025

An air traffic controller at LaGuardia was being a jerk, and a Delta pilot called him out for it… kudos to him, I think! Rude LaGuardia controller gets called out, doesn’t like it VASAviation has the scoop on what happened at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) at around 5PM on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. There was a ground stop at the airport due to thunderstorms.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Virgin Australia has spoken about introducing widebodies back into the Brisbane-based airline's fleet. However, any decision is likely to be years away, according to the airline's Chief Executive Officer, Dave Emerson. Currently, Virgin has partnered a deal with Doha-based Qatar Airways, a 25% shareholder in the Australian carrier, to which the Qatari airline is wet-leasing Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to operate direct flights from Brisbane, Perth, and Sydney to Doha Hamad International Airport (D

Airlines

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 2, 2025

I recently wrote about our experience getting a passport for our second son ( who is just a few weeks old ). In this post, I’d like to discuss the next thing on our “to do” list when it comes to travel — how do TSA PreCheck and Global Entry work when traveling with your little one? The rules here have changed over time, so let me share the latest… Trusted Traveler Programs for children & babies As any frequent traveler in the United States can attest, there are certain programs that make the

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Emirates' Airbus A380s have been flown to the US since 2008. The Gulf giant now uses the superjumbo from Dubai to Houston Intercontinental, Los Angeles, New York JFK, San Francisco, and Washington Dulles. With three daily services, it is unsurprising that JFK sees them the most.

Airlines

Defence Blog

AUGUST 2, 2025

The Pakistan Army has formally inducted its first batch of Chinese-made Z-10ME attack helicopters during a ceremony held at the Multan Army Aviation Base. Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir oversaw the ceremony and personally inspected one of the newly delivered helicopters. During the event, he was seen warmly greeting Chinese personnel involved […] The post Pakistan inducts Chinese-made Z-10ME attack helicopters first appeared on Defence Blog.

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Airlines continue to invest in premium experiences for their customers, not just onboard, but in ground services. Over the past several years, there has been a clear push to upgrade airport lounges , with carriers opening larger spaces, expanding food and drink offerings, and improving access for frequent flyers and premium passengers.

Airlines

Aviation News

AUGUST 2, 2025

NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 mission successfully lifted off at 11:43 a.m. EDT on Friday from Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39A in Florida. The crew is.

Lift

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Emirates has a world-renowned selection of Boeing 777-300ER cabins with four seating products. At the top end, First Class is characterized by the exceptional, fully enclosed suites with sliding doors for maximum privacy. Each suite comes with a personal minibar, adjustable ambient lighting, a vanity table, small wardrobe, and a seat that reclines into a true lie-flat bed topped with a mattress.

Airline

The Aviationist

AUGUST 2, 2025

After months of delay, the first Japanese F-35Bs are on the way to their new home and were spotted during a stop in Hawaii. The first F-35B Lightning II STOVL (Short Take Off Vertical Landing) fighters for the Japan Air Self Defense Force (JASDF) are now en route to Japan, where they will be delivered […] The post First Japanese F-35B Stealth Jets Spotted En Route to Japan appeared first on The Aviationist.

Jet

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Russia wants new planes—a perfectly normal requirement for a country with a thirst for air travel both domestically and globally. Hampered by Western sanctions, Russian airlines are no longer able to access new Airbus and Boeing aircraft, nor spare parts to maintain their existing fleets. This tricky situation has driven several innovative solutions, including the manufacturing of unapproved spare parts locally.

Airlines

Defence Blog

AUGUST 2, 2025

The U.S. Army has awarded software firm Palantir a $10 billion enterprise agreement aimed at consolidating and expanding its role across multiple defense programs involving artificial intelligence, data integration, and digital battlefield systems. The firm-fixed-price contract was issued on July 31 by Army Contracting Command at Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois, under solicitation number W519TC-25-D-0039.

Simple Flying

AUGUST 2, 2025

Reports from the National Security Journal indicate that after extensive discussions, the Indian government is looking to reject the United States' offer for Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning IIs , the flagship offering from America's portfolio of military aircraft. This comes just as the Trump Administration announced a 25% tariff on all Indian goods.

One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 2, 2025

Our second son, Jet, was born several weeks ago. Of course as a travel geek, one of my first (non-urgent) orders of business was getting him his passport, even if we don’t have any immediate plans to travel internationally with him. In this post, I’d like to outline the general process of applying for a newborn baby’s first passport, as I figure it’s something other parents (or soon-to-be parents) might find useful.

Jet