Aerotime

OCTOBER 25, 2024

It has been confirmed by electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft developer Lilium that two of its principal subsidiaries will file for insolvency and apply for self-administration proceedings in Germany. The announcement came on October 24, 2024, in a SEC filing in which the parent company Lilium N.V. spelled out the dire situation for its units Lilium GmbH and Lilium eAircraft GmbH.

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Cranky Flier

OCTOBER 21, 2024

I’m well aware that I’ve written a lot about United’s recent network announcement , but there’s still more to be said. Today, I want to talk about the airline’s Atlantic Plus-Plus (A++) joint venture and why it has created some really unique opportunities that American and Delta can’t as easily access. In its current form, the A++ joint venture includes United and Air Canada on this side of the Pond along with Lufthansa Group airlines on the other side.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 22, 2024

After Boeing had discovered a design flaw in the Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 737 MAX 9s standby power system control unit (SPCU) that resulted in the unit having a single point of failure, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has addressed the safety risks with an airworthiness directive (AD).

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AV Web

OCTOBER 24, 2024

This week, the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) took a stand against single pilot operations in commercial airlines. ITF, which represents transport workers worldwide, joined the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA) and several other organizations in voicing its opposition for any efforts to diminish the existing crew complement requirements.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

On the eve of the 2024 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas, United States (US), Textron Aviation has jumped in with a huge announcement, unveiling plans for the next-generation models of three Cessna Citation private jets. On October 21, 2024, Textron Aviation announced that a new series of light jets would represent the introduction of the Cessna Citation M2 Gen3, CJ3 Gen3 and CJ4 Gen3.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Many readers are likely aware of the ongoing efforts to restore several Boeing B-17s to flight status, but one of the most ambitious projects is Mike Kellner’s in Marengo, Illinois. He and his team are working to resurrect B-17E “Desert Rat”41-2595, a combat veteran Flying Fortress that once bore the nicknames Desert Rat and Tangerin e. As we’ve previously reported , Kellner discovered the aircraft in a farmer’s field near Bangor, Maine in the mid-1980s, where it lay as a collection of disassemb

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Today, Qatar Airways operated its first commercial flight featuring Elon Musks Starlink internet. The airline invited Simple Flying to test out the new internet service, and Im writing and publishing this article from 36,000 feet.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 25, 2024

October 2024 has been a busy month for Florida-based Spirit Airlines. Firstly, rumors began spreading about an imminent Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing , followed by the announcement that the carrier would be retiring its dwindling fleet of Airbus A319s earlier than planned. Then came the news that a possible merger with fellow US carrier Frontier could be back on the tables, two years after the last attempt fell apart.

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Cranky Flier

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Analysts and media had circled September 26 on their calendars for a long time. That was the day that Southwest would present its long-awaited plan to “transform” itself. I don’t always care about going to these things, but this one seemed like it was worth making the trip. You’d think I would have flown Southwest out to the airline’s own investor day, but you’d be wrong.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Flights to some of the most interesting destinations to launch from the US in recent months are live now. is in the midst of its most significant international expansion to date, and tickets for its new routes to Greenland and Senegal are now bookable on the airline's website.

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Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 21, 2024

United has finalized its plans to lease an additional 40 Airbus A321neo aircraft in the coming years as narrowbody jet shortage continues.

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Jet 128

Aerotime

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Boeing has confirmed a new Emirates SkyCargo order for five additional 777 Freighters, after the cargo arm of the Dubai flag carrier placed an initial order for the aircraft type earlier this year. The new agreement between Boeing and Emirates SkyCargo was announced on October 21, 2024, amid speculation that the deal would be concluded within weeks.

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Link: Apply now for the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card is a valuable airline credit card, which has a generous welcome offer and strong ongoing perks. In this post, I wanted to provide a detailed review of Alaska’s personal credit card, issued by Bank of America, for those who may not have the card yet.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Allegiant Air has introduced its first-ever Boeing 737 MAX 8-200 into service as the airline officially begins transitioning from an all-Airbus A320ceo family fleet to a mixed-manufacturer fleet.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Darryl Greenamyer with Red Baron F-104 on November 15, 1976. The previous month he set an unofficial speed record of 1,010mph. It could not be made official because of a failed FAI camera. Photo- Tony Landis IT WAS LIKE WATCHING A GHOST. IT MOVED SO FAST THAT EVERYTHING ELSE STOOD STILL BY COMPARISON. THE RED AND WHITE JET WENT BY WITHOUT A SOUND.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 25, 2024

On October 22, 2024, Dutch flag carrier KLM operated a special flight from Amsterdam to Singapore as part of The Aviation Challenge. This is a program initiated by the SkyTeam Alliance (of which KLM is a member) and challenges member airlines to conduct their operations as efficiently and with as little environmental impact as possible. The results of these test flights are shared among the participating airlines, to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and reduce the environmental impact of mem

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Link: Apply now for the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card Alaska Airlines and Bank of America have a couple of co-branded credit cards, which have the potential to be pretty lucrative. We’ve just seen an improved welcome offer rolled out on the personal version of the card, the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card , making it the ideal time to apply.

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Airline Airlines 125

Simple Flying

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Air India currently has six Airbus A350-900s , each originally destined for Aeroflot. As they average just a year old, the hard product quality is regarded by many as significantly better than the airline's other widebody fleet, at least before they're refurbished.

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Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 23, 2024

The Boeing Company on Wednesday reported a whopping loss of over $6 billion in the third quarter as its CEO looks to reset.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Qantas Group announced that it will invest more than AUD 40 million ($27 million) in a range of new initiatives to accelerate skills development and train the next generation of Australian aviation talent. The group said that it has partnered with Griffith University and RMIT University to establish Australia’s first safety academy. The airline said the academy, which will open in 2025, will offer safety education credentials designed to upskill safety professionals and develop safety leader

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Czech Airlines, which is a SkyTeam airline that has been flying for over 100 years, won’t exist after tomorrow, and will be folded into a competitor. Czech Airlines being integrated into Smartwings Czech Airlines will officially discontinue flying under its own branding as of Saturday, October 26, 2024. The airline has quite the history, as it was established in 1923 as Czechoslovak State Airlines, making it the world’s fifth oldest airline.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A pilot deviation caused a British Airways Airbus A380 to become stuck on a taxiway that was under construction. This led to an extended delay while air traffic control (ATC) and airport operations looked for a way to solve the problem. The aircraft was rescued after a tug was dispatched to its location and pushed it back to the junction from which it could head back to the gate.

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Vintage Aviation News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A rare and exciting opportunity for aviation enthusiasts and photographers alike will take place at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome on November 2, 2024. The Aerodrome will be hosting a special night photo event, allowing attendees to capture stunning images of vintage aircraft in a unique setting. Night engine-run photo shoots have become increasingly popular among aviation photographers, offering dramatic, clean, and visually striking images of historic planes in action.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Just days after DDA Classic Airlines (formerly known as the Dutch Dakota Association) flew its last planned commercial passenger flight with its sole Douglas DC-3, the aircraft has been saved from retirement at the last minute. With the news being celebrated by vintage aircraft enthusiasts worldwide, the venerable airliner will continue to fly passengers, albeit on a limited basis, keeping the history of one of the most produced aircraft ever built alive for future generations in the Netherlands

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Boeing is in a really rough spot at the moment on several levels. Perhaps the most immediate challenge is that the company’s machinists have been on strike since September 13, 2024. They deserve pay increases as they’re overdue for a new contract. The issue is, management and the union can’t agree on how rich a new contract should be. Before the machinists went on strike, the company offered a 25% pay increase, which wasn’t enough, and caused members to vote to go on strike.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Spirit Airlines has disclosed that to improve its liquidity, it sold 23 Airbus A320ceo and A231ceo aircraft to GA Telesis, a United States-based aerospace asset manager.

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Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The beleaguered ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) plans to sell 23 Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft starting this month, according to an 8-K form filed Thursday.

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Jet 120

Aerotime

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Emirates and Dubai’s aviation sector are forecast to contribute over a third of the region’s gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030 and one in every four jobs, according to a study by global research firm Oxford Economics. In 2023, Emirates Group, Dubai International Airport (DXB), Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and other aviation entities such as flydubai, Dubai Duty Free and Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) contributed 27% of Dubai’s GDP but this is set to soar to 33% in six ye

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Aer Lingus seems to have quite the nice transatlantic growth plans for next summer. Just recently the airline announced it would expand to Nashville , and now it’s adding another destination in the United States, as reported by @IshrionA. Aer Lingus adding Dublin to Indianapolis route As of May 3, 2025, Aer Lingus will launch 4x weekly flights between Dublin (DUB) and Indianapolis (IND).

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Not long ago, amidst all the uncertainty of the pandemic, there seemed to be one irrefutable certainty in commercial aviation: The business model of long-haul low-cost carriers (LHLCCs) was doomed to fail.

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Airline Airlines 128

Inspire

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By Joel Kersting, EAA 882109 On August 21, 2024, Emily Ericson and Nathan Ewens both passed their private pilot checkrides, becoming certified private pilots. Emily, EAA 1571675, is a senior at Grand Rapids High School in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Nathan is a freshman in the aviation program at the University of North Dakota in Grand […] The post Two New Pilots in Grand Rapids: Meet Emily and Nathan first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Aerotime

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The French-based aircraft MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) specialist firm TARMAC Aerosave has announced that it has acquired three further Airbus A380s that it intends to part out for spares. The move comes as the global A380 fleet continues to grow as more airframes are returned to service following the pandemic. While TARMAC Aerosave has been integral in returning several other A380s commercial airline services in the past couple of years, the three aircraft involved in this transactio

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 19, 2024

While I’m more of a dog person than a cat person, this video made me laugh out loud… Cat flies Turkish Airlines to Istanbul to visit cousin Turkish Airlines has uploaded a video to its YouTube channel, intended to promote the carrier’s pet travel program. The funny thing is, most of the video is just a humorous film about a cat traveling to Istanbul, and only at the very end of the video is there any mention of how pet travel is better on Turkish Airlines than on other carriers.

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Simple Flying

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Gunmen stormed the Turkish state-run aviation company TUSA, killing five and wounding 22. The incident has been described as a terrorist attack "highly likely" carried out by the separatist PKK Kurdish militia. TUSA (Turkish Aerospace Industrustries or TAI) is one of the main Turkish companies working on major projects like producing the F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter jet domestically (under license) and developing Turkey's ambitious KAAN 5th generation fighter jet.

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Jet 124

Airline Geeks

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Delta is expected to provide credit support for Wheels Up's new financing, the firm shared in a press release on Tuesday.

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Jet 117

Aerotime

OCTOBER 24, 2024

A feud between Southwest Airlines and activist investor Elliott Investment Management appears to be close to a resolution, according to Bloomberg. The news outlet reported on October 24, 2024, that sources close to Southwest and Elliot are working on a proposal that would see candidates backed by the investor joining the airline’s board. However, crucially Southwest would still hold the majority of power if both sides agree to the settlement.

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One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Qantas has announced plans to update the cabins of some of its Airbus A330s. The changes are more evolutionary than revolutionary, and largely center around economy, but it’s still good to see this investment. 10 Qantas A330-200s getting cabin investments Qantas has unveiled plans to invest millions of dollars to upgrade the cabins of 10 Airbus A330-200 aircraft.

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