Aerotime
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
South Korea is set to completely rebuild its aviation safety system after recent aviation accidents in the country, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) announced. On February 4, 2025, MOLIT revealed plans to create an Aviation Safety Innovation Committee, which will include around 20 private experts aimed at improving safety in the aviation industry.
Cranky Flier
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Back in the immediate aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, airlines were scrambling. There were so many pilots that took an early retirement that nobody was ready for the very quick rebound in demand that led to a rapid increase in flights. The big airlines just kept taking pilots from their regionals, and the regionals were left scrambling to find anyone who was qualified.
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Vintage Aviation News
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Exciting news from the Military Aviation Museum their Messerschmitt Me 262 replica is on track to return to flight, with hopes of making an appearance at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2025 this July. The museums Me 262 is a meticulously crafted replica of the Luftwaffes groundbreaking World War II jet fighter, built to closely match the original design while incorporating modern engines for reliability.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
On Monday, we saw a Delta Connection CRJ-900 have a horrific accident in Toronto , whereby the plane lost a wing on landing, and ended up coming to a stop upside down. Amazingly, everyone onboard survived, and the last people have even been released from the hospital. What a miraculous outcome, given the state of the aircraft. There has been endless speculation online about the pilots involved in the accident, and it hasnt been without motive.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
The Airbus A321XLR is revolutionizing the aviation industry with a range that exceeds its competitors. This next-generation aircraft enables airlines to connect medium and long-haul destinations that traditionally had low passenger demand. As a result, airlines can now explore previously untapped markets, providing air travel options to smaller cities that were once overlooked.
AV Web
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
The scope being used by the controller working both the American Eagle flight and Army Blackhawk helicopter that collided Thursday in Washington, D.C. showed the helicopter about 125 feet lower than the CRJ700 it met over the Potomac River. At a press briefing on Saturday, NTSB member Todd Inman said the flight data recorder and ADS-B data put the regional jet at 325 feet AGL at the point of impact, plus or minus 25 feet while the controller’s console showed the helicopter at 200 feet, the
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Air India and Germanys Lufthansa Group have agreed to build on their longstanding codeshare partnership which intends to boost flight options and connectivity for travelers between the Indian Subcontinent and Europe. The expansion, which will also see the Indian national carrier enter into a new codeshare agreement with Austrian Airlines, will include the broadening of existing codeshare agreements between the carrier with both Lufthansa and Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS).
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Vintage Aviation News
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Since our last report , a lot has happened at the Airline History Museum (AHM). Thanks to the diligent work of Ralph Petersen of Connie Survivors , who has closely tracked recent developments, we can now provide an update on this historic aircraft. The museum hangar with the Lockheed Constellation on the ramp The biggest news is that the Lockheed L-1049H Super Constellation N6937C was officially acquired by John Travoltas production company, Constellation Productions Inc., in September 2024.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
Its always nice to see more nonstop service to interesting destinations. Along those lines, we have reason to believe that Delta will shortly be announcing a new route to Africa, and we know what it is. Delta will fly to Marrakech, Morocco While theres not an official announcement yet, Delta is expected to shortly announce a new route between Atlanta (ATL) and Marrakech (RAK).
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
The last few years have been a mixed bag for the Airbus A380, with some operators keeping their faith in the double-decker quadjet while others have withdrawn the 'superjumbo' from service altogether. One carrier where the A380 is set to enjoy a longer operational life than initially expected is Korean Air, which now plans to operate the type long after the aircraft's initially planned retirement date in 2026.
AV Web
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is reportedly on the verge of terminating its $2.4 billion contract with Verizon in favor of Elon Musks Starlink to upgrade to upgrade the communication system that supports the nations air traffic control network. Verizon was awarded the contract in 2023 to modernize a platform that facilitates communication between various air traffic control facilities and FAA offices.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
A Delta Connection flight operating from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), United States, to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Canada, encountered an incident upon landing, prompting an emergency response at the airport. The flight, DL4819, was operated by an Endeavor Air Bombardier CRJ900, registered N932XJ, on behalf of Delta Air Lines.
Cranky Flier
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Southwest Announces Layoffs Southwest Airlines disclosed the first layoffs in its 53-year history with the carrier cutting about 1,750 corporate and leadership jobs, or roughly 15% of its non-union workforce. Southwest will save about $210 million this year with the cuts, and another $300 next year — but it will be hard to measure what this does to the morale and spirit for those left in the aftermath.
Vintage Aviation News
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
The Navy Wings engineering team has kicked off the year with meticulous attention to maintaining the Fairey Swordfish W5856, the worlds oldest surviving airworthy example of this iconic aircraft. Their efforts are focused on addressing minor issues and ensuring the Swordfish remains in pristine flying condition. Recently, the engineers identified deterioration in a critical component of the aircraft’s start-up procedure.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
In early 2022, Delta Air Lines took delivery of its first Airbus A321neo. The airline has 155 of these planes on order, which will be delivered through 2027. The airline has been taking delivery of these jets quickly, and Deltas A321neo fleet is now approaching 70 aircraft. This is a great addition to Deltas fleet the A321neo has fantastic range and economics, and Delta offers a good passenger experience onboard, including a new first class seat.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 15, 2025
At the latest National Transportation Safety Board ( NTSB ) press conference, NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy shared the NTSBs latest, best recollection of events before the mid air collision of American Airlines Flight 5342 with a Sikorsky UH-60 Blackhawk. It appears a key air traffic transmission was blocked by an attempt by the Black Hawk to reply.
AV Web
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final airworthiness directive (AD) requiring the replacement of rudders on specific Piper series aircraft. The AD, effective March 20, 2025, addresses safety concerns stemming from reports of rudder failures due to fatigue and corrosion in rudder posts made from 1025 carbon steel. Under the new requirements, these components must be replaced with more durable 4130N low-alloy steel rudders.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
The company behind the Lilium Jet has filed for insolvency after its funding options dried up and promises of new financing failed to materialize. Lilium Aerospace , which evolved after Lilium GmbH and Lilium eAircraft GmbH filed for insolvency at the end of last year, confirmed on February 21, 2025, that operations had stopped. As the funding options to secure Liliums future have not materialized in time, Lilium Aerospace has filed for insolvency today, a spokesperson for Lilium said.
Cranky Flier
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Seems like this is turning into Washington Week here on the blog. This time, however, it’s Dulles that gets some love. United’s Washington/Dulles hub has always been something of a red-headed stepchild. It has long seemed unloved, and we’ve all heard calls to shut it down over the years, but those calls are misguided and really always have been.
Vintage Aviation News
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The Philippine Mars is finally en route to the San Francisco Bay, as originally planned, after overcoming setbacks due to engine issues earlier this year. In January, mechanical troubles forced the aircraft to return to its base at Sproat Lake, British Columbia, delaying its journey. The historic flying boat departed Sproat Lake three weeks ago, beginning its relocation to its new home at the Pima Air and Space Museum (PASM) in Tucson, Arizona.
One Mile at a Time
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
Hello from Hong Kong, as Im now well intomy review trip , and completed the highlight of this journey. I just flew Cathay Pacifics brand new Boeing 777-300ER Aria Suite business class, on the 11hr50min flight from London (LHR) to Hong Kong (HKG). I was obviously looking forward to this flight, given that this represents Cathay Pacifics next generation business class , which only recently debuted on long haul flights.
Simple Flying
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Amid an ongoing air traffic controller (ATC) shortage in the US, a new report uncovered staffing numbers at an overwhelming majority of facilities are below the recommendations determined by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Air Traffic Controllers Association (NATCA). The situation is so dire that at least a quarter of the workforce at some locations is reportedly missing.
AV Web
FEBRUARY 8, 2025
The NTSB has declined to confirm statements by Sen. Ted Cruz that the crew of an Army Blackhawk helicopter had the aircraft’s ADS-B Out transmitter “turned off” when it was in a collision with a PSA CRJ700 at Reagan National Airport in late January. The NTSB said in a media update on Saturday that it has recovered all the big pieces of wreckage from both aircraft and “retrieved additional avionics” from the Blackhawk but it’s still not discussing the status of
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Critical data that could piece together the final movements of a Black Hawk helicopter before it crashed with an American Eagle Bombardier CRJ-700 in Washington DC are contained within the submerged wreckage, according to the National Safety Transportation Board (NTSB). On February 4, 2024, the NTSB confirmed that the US Army Black Hawk was at 300 feet (rounded to the nearest 100 feet) at the time of the collision but additional information to verify data points from the helicopter was needed.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
French aerospace giant Safran has secured certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for its ENGINeUS 100 electric motor. The ENGINeUS 100 electric motor is capable of powering small regional transport aircraft with up to 19 passengers, with the potential to usher in a new era of commercial air mobility. It is the first time that an electric motor of its size and capability has been approved by EASA, requiring 1,500 hours of certification tests and more than 100 flight hours o
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Delta Air Lines and its regional subsidiary Endeavor Air have defended two pilots against the spread of online disinformation after their experience was called into question on social media. On February 20, 2025, Delta declared that it was correcting disinformation regarding two Endeavor Air pilots who were involved in a serious crash at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) in Canada.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 13, 2025
Bahamasair, the state-owned airline of the Bahamas, is reportedly considering a potential order for Airbus A220 narrowbody aircraft as the carrier mulls a replacement for its aging jet fleet of four Boeing 737-700s. The airline would also use the new aircraft to expand into new markets and develop its footprint across the Caribbean region, according to the airlines CEO.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Airlines in the Asia Pacific region recorded a solid traffic growth for the year 2024. This is based on preliminary traffic figures for the full calendar year 2024, released by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA). The numbers showed strong growth in both international air passenger and cargo markets, brought by increase in flight frequencies, and a robust e-commerce landscape.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
The aviation industry workforce is aging, and Generation Z – the generation born between 1995-2012 and currently entering the workforce – does not have the industry at the top of its wishlist when it comes to choosing a preferred career path. According to US-based global management consulting firm Kearney, the Baby Boomer generation, born between 1946-1964, is aging out of the aviation workforce, birth rates have fallen, and net immigration has dropped in the United States.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Two separate Delta Air Lines flights were disputed on the same day as a result of fumes being detected in the cabins of the operating aircraft. One of the flights had already taken off and made a quick return to Los Angeles while the other was forced to divert to Dublin in Ireland as a result of the incident. No injuries were reported as a result of either occurrence, which both happened on February 22, 2025.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
A variant of the new Airbus A321XLR, powered by Pratt & Whitney engines, has received type certification by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). On February 21, 2025, the European aerospace giant announced that, following extensive testing, the path is now clear for the Pratt & Whitney-powered A321XLR to enter service later this year.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
The National Transportation Safety Bureau (NTSB) Chair Jennifer Homendy has suggested at her latest briefing that the Black Hawk helicopter crew may have missed a key instruction from air traffic controllers (ATC) before the crash with an American Eagle flight. On February 14, 2025, Homendy said that 17 seconds before impact a message from ATC directing the Black Hawk crew to pass behind the PSA Airlines operated Bombardier CRJ700 was audible on both aircrafts Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR).
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 23, 2025
Air Greenland has signed a lease agreement with Carlyle Aviation to acquire a single Airbus A320neo aircraft with the new narrowbody jet scheduled to join the carriers 2027 summer schedule. It is understood that Air Greenlands CEO, Jacob Nitter Srensen, signed the six-year lease agreement, with the option to extend, on February 14, 2025. The aircraft will be delivered in December 2026 and will then be adapted to Greenlandic conditions, a spokesperson for Air Greenland said.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
The Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA) NOTAM computer system is back up and running following a temporary shortage, according to US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. On February 2, 2025, the FAA confirmed in a statement that the NOTAM system, which provides updates about anything that may affect the safety of flight, is online and operational.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
Among the aircraft on display at the latest edition of the MEBAA executive aviation show, which took place in Dubai on December 10-12, 2024, one aircraft stood out in particular: a Boeing 767 VIP called the SkyLady. This aircraft is operated by Comlux, an integrated private executive aviation services firm. The company invited AeroTime onboard the SkyLady to take a look at one of the largest charter VIP aircraft in the world.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 14, 2025
In 2024, Magma Aviation, the innovative air cargo solutions company, made significant progress. With its strategic hubs in Europe and expansions in Dubai and Dublin, Magma Aviation is well-positioned to make substantial improvements in operational efficiency and market coverage. Last year, Magma Aviation signed a multi-year contract with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) for freighter handling at Liege Airport (LGG) with the aim of enhancing handling capabilities.
Aerotime
FEBRUARY 27, 2025
2024 proved to be a record year for London-Heathrow Airport (LHR), the UKs busiest air travel gateway. The airport, situated to the west of the English capital city, handled 83.9 million passengers during the twelve months ending December 31, 2024. This figure marks a new annual record for Heathrow and represents a 5.9% increase over the number handled in 2023.
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