Aerotime

AUGUST 26, 2024

A Garuda Indonesia flight was grounded after it suffered a fuel leak on the runway while departing from Jakarta’s Soekarno–Hatta International Airport (CGK). The incident occurred on August 24, 2024. Flight GA 174 was preparing to depart Jakarta for Sultan Syarif Kasim II International Airport (PKU) in Pekanbaru at approximately 11:50 local time. Garuda Indonesia CEO Irfan Setiaputra told media outlets that during a pre-takeoff routine safety procedure, the pilot in command discovered that the B

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Boeing has found that the fourth 777X test aircraft, which has stayed dormant since at least November 2021, has cracked thrust links, a problem that has affected the whole 777X test fleet.

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World Airline News

AUGUST 30, 2024

The LAN (Chile) era has ended. On August 26, 2024 it was reported that Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner registered as CC-BGI was flown from Madrid to Abu-Dhabi as flight LA9950 to be repainted in the LATAM Airlines livery. This aircraft (msn 38764) was the last passenger aircraft of LATAM still in the LAN Airlines markings. Photos: Alvaro Romero. CC-BGI is seen at Santiago – Arturo Merino Benítez Airport’s control tower on the murky morning of May 5, 2016, the first day of LATAM.

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AV Web

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reported yesterday that a federal jury has convicted a pilot of twice making false statements to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on his application for a Class 1 medical certificate. The case, dating back to June, involves pilot Olukayode Ojo, 36, of Dallas, Texas. Ojo was found guilty on August 16 on two counts of making false statements.

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Aerotime

AUGUST 27, 2024

A retired flight attendant is pushing an airline drink cart more than 200 miles from Boston to New York to honor colleagues who died during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Paul Veneto, who worked for United Airlines from 1997 to 2013, left Boston on August 18, 2024, and plans to trek to Ground Zero in New York City – one step at a time.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 27, 2024

Dutch carrier KLM today took delivery of its first Airbus A321neo aircraft. Further deliveries of the aircraft type will help the airline modernize its narrowbody fleet and make KLM's operations greener and more economical. Apart from the advantages the aircraft type offers for the airline, passengers flying the aircraft will have a lot to look forward to as well, with newer and more comfortable cabins enhancing the onboard experience.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 29, 2024

Star Alliance member EVA Air has long operated special Hello Kitty flights , which I’d consider to be one of the coolest aviation concepts in the world. In this post, I wanted to write a guide about what exactly you can expect with these unique flights, especially as the airline has just put a new Hello Kitty jet into service. The basics of EVA Air’s Hello Kitty flights EVA Air business class is one of my favorite business class products in the world, as the airline really does a phenomenal job

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Aerotime

AUGUST 30, 2024

At Beijing’s Capital International Airport (PEK) on August 29, 2024, the first C919 aircraft was delivered by COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) to flag carrier Air China. It is the first domestically produced aircraft to be operated by the company and was treated to a traditional water arch salute upon arrival in Beijing. The plane had been ferried from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) where COMAC has its final assembly plant.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Many things are not permitted in checked bags on flights , but can people be taken on aircraft as checked baggage ? Well, sometimes it's worth a try. A video of a man hopping around disguised as luggage at the Miami International Airport has just emerged on social media. However, it seems the airline saw right through the ruse and sent the bag hopping on home.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 29, 2024

Norse Atlantic Airways is a long haul low cost carrier that launched in 2022. The airline exclusively flies Boeing 787s, and primarily operates transatlantic flights. Being a profitable low cost long haul carrier can be challenging, especially in highly seasonal markets, like across the Atlantic. Several months ago, I wrote about the carrier’s rather disastrous 2023 financial results , which saw the airline having a net loss of $169 million on just $439 million in revenue.

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AV Web

AUGUST 25, 2024

AOPA is reporting that the owner of a flight school that went bankrupt while allegedly holding hundreds of thousands of dollars in student deposits has struck a plea deal with prosecutors and pleaded guilty to tax evasion. Kevin Rylchik is facing a prison term but by pleading guilty he avoided indictment on a laundry list of serious federal charges relating to his operation of American Aviation at Manassas Airport in Virginia and several other businesses.

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Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 25, 2024

By Austin Hankcok The National Warplane Museum, in Geneseo, New York, is home to an expansive and eclectic collection of both historic military and civilian aircraft. Some of the fleet is airworthy, such as the infamous D-Day Vet C-47 “Whiskey 7” and Beechcraft Staggerwing (RNAF Traveller Mk. I.) On the static aircraft side, the NWM boasts some size with a C-119G (ex-RCAF), and a recently acquired C-130A Hercules, now affectionately named “Saigon Lady.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 30, 2024

In less than two months, on October 27, Emirates and other northern airlines will switch to winter schedules based on IATA slot seasons. While Emirates' 615-seat Airbus A380 network has been explored for this summer, winter analysis has not yet been conducted. Consider this a snapshot of its plans as of August 30. But first, a summary.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 28, 2024

As an aviation geek, I love listening to air traffic control audio, and always enjoy the VASAviation YouTube channel, which does a great job covering noteworthy air traffic control interactions. I recently covered a heated exchange between an Aeromexico pilot and JFK ATC. I actually think the air traffic controller was reasonably professional, and more than anything, I felt bad for the stress he was under.

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AV Web

AUGUST 26, 2024

Airline agents are filling out baggage tags by hand as a cyberattack continues to plague SeaTac Airport’s computer systems. The attack was apparently launched on Saturday against the Seattle Port Authority, which runs the airport. It led to numerous delays and cancellations over the weekend. As of Monday, there was no end in sight and no prediction on when operations would return to normal.

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Airline Economics

AUGUST 28, 2024

Global air cargo data from IATA shows a strong continual annual growth in demand. The data shows that July is the eighth consecutive month of double-digit growth when compared to the previous eight months of 2023, with levels in July rising by 13.6% in comparison to the same month of last year.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 25, 2024

Chicago OHare International Airport consistently makes it to the list of busiest airports in the world every year. But how does that translate to the number of destinations served from the airport globally? The latest list from aviation analytics firm Cirium reveals OHare to be the fifth most connected airport in the world. Some other US airports also feature in the top 20, along with other major global hubs.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 27, 2024

Marriott Bonvoy has unveiled the details of its promotion for late 2024, which is only the program’s second global promotion of the year. While it’s nice to see any sort of a promotion, this won’t be much to get excited about for most members. At least there seems to be an extra offer for those with a co-branded Marriott credit card… Marriott Bonvoy fall 2024 promotion details Marriott Bonvoy’s upcoming global promotion is called Earn 2 Ways, and it rewards members for stays of two or more night

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 24, 2024

Finding a four-place taildragger for under $100,000 is becoming increasingly difficult. Finding one with desirable mods and a low-time engine, even more so. But this week’s bargain bucks those trends and offers our Canadian readers a treat, offering all of these things for $75,000 on Aircraft For Sale. Typically, buyers looking for a four-place Cessna taildragger have two options – the classic 170 or the bigger, more capable 180/185.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 29, 2024

On Thursday, the New York-based airline told employees it would reduce capacity by roughly a quarter at Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) this winter.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 30, 2024

Themed aircraft have been around for a while, and they seem to be gaining in popularity, particularly in Asia, where the Pokemon Planes are almost a destination in their own right. Now it is Chicago O'Hare Airport's time to get in the swing of things, put out the decorations and have some fun following the launch of the Hello Kitty Besties Jet operated by EVA Air.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 30, 2024

I can’t say I’m terribly surprised, but Delta Air Lines is significantly scaling back its German network. Late last year, the airline cut service to one German airport, and now the airline is discontinuing service to another German airport… Delta axes service to two German cities As flagged by @IshrionA , Delta appears to be discontinuing its route between Atlanta (ATL) and Stuttgart (STR) as of October 27, 2024.

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AV Web

AUGUST 29, 2024

Boom Supersonic’s XB-1 prototype aircraft successfully completed its second test flight at the Mojave Air & Space Port in Mojave, California on Aug. 26. Boom’s XB-1 supersonic demonstrator aircraft is designed to provide the foundation for the design and development of its supersonic airliner, dubbed Overture. During its second test flight, XB-1 flew for about 15 minutes, reaching an altitude of 10,400 feet and speeds of 232 knots.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 29, 2024

The list of items to look for on a new (to you) airplane is a long one, indeed. Ideally, you want an engine with a relatively recent overhaul, an airframe that’s been taken care of, and some modernized equipment. If you can get all of this for a reasonable price, all the better. Today’s bargain comes in the form of a 1966 Cessna 150, and checks most of those boxes for $44,500 on Aircraft For Sale.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 30, 2024

NASA has announced that the Boeing Starliner is cleared to make an uncrewed return to Earth next week. Mission teams have penciled in a return no earlier than Friday, September 6th.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 28, 2024

Southwest Airlines has just launched five promotions, intended to make it easier to earn elite status with the airline. I have to imagine that this reflects that Southwest isn’t seeing people qualifying for elite status in the way the program was hoping, and this is intended to boost that. That probably reflects how consumer trends have evolved. Southwest makes it easier to earn elite status A-List and A-List Preferred are Southwest Rapid Rewards’ elite status tiers , offering perks like priorit

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AV Web

AUGUST 26, 2024

A fully autonomous Cessna Caravan shuttled components to support a major military exercise between nine different airports across two states earlier this month. The Caravan, operated by Xwing, which was acquired by Joby earlier this year, covered 3,900 miles and the human monitor pilot onboard never touched the controls. Exercise Agile Flag 24-3 is one of a series of mobilization drills that qualifies new recruits in command and control roles.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 27, 2024

KLM took delivery of its first Airbus A321neo on Tuesday, marking the beginning of the airline's narrowbody fleet renewal effort.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Air Canada recently added three routes to its summer 2025 European network. There's Toronto to Prague (last served by Rouge in October 2019), Montreal to Naples (an airport pair not previously served by any airline), and Montreal to Porto (which will compete directly with Air Transat's Airbus A321LRs). Only Montreal-Porto will be on Air Canada's narrowbodies.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 30, 2024

There are lots of aspects to maximizing your credit card rewards, including taking advantage of the best welcome bonuses , spending categories , and card perks. Sometimes I think it’s interesting to break down credit card strategies by card issuer, so in this post I wanted to share my current Capital One card strategy. In separate posts, I wrote about my Amex card strategy , Chase card strategy , and Citi card strategy.

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The Aviationist

AUGUST 27, 2024

New Era of Electronic Combat Begins with the Arrival of the first EA-37B at Davis-Monthan AFB. On Aug. 23, 2024, Air Combat Command received its first EA-37B Compass Call. The aircraft, serial 19-5591, will be [.] The post Air Combat Command Welcomes First EA-37B Compass Call appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 24, 2024

Delta is once again expanding its network from Austin–Bergstrom International Airport, adding a new regional route in 2025.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 29, 2024

Etihad's recent schedule update revealed that it will fly the A380 between Abu Dhabi and Jeddah. Flights are now bookable, although they will only operate in September and October for crew familiarization reasons. Still, they will be significant: Jeddah will be Etihad's shortest double-decker service. Abu Dhabi-Jeddah will be the world's fifth-shortest A380 route during those two months.

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One Mile at a Time

AUGUST 30, 2024

I’m not sure whether to be surprised by some of these cuts, or be impressed by the discipline that JetBlue’s management team is currently showing. JetBlue cuts seven daily flights at Washington DCA JetBlue has had a rough several years, and if you ask me, that largely comes down to lack of discipline and focus on the part of the company’s management team.

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Airlines Airline 110

The Aviationist

AUGUST 28, 2024

The IOC (Initial Operational Capability) was achieved after 2,600 flight hours, as the joint F-35B component is embarked aboard Cavour aircraft carrier currently involved in her first Indo-Pacific cruise. “Following the results obtained by the [.] The post Italian Navy Declares Initial Operational Capability For The Embarked F-35B Component appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Airline Geeks

AUGUST 28, 2024

A city of less than 60,000 people in Iowa is slated to again receive scheduled daily air service for the first time since 2022.

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Simple Flying

AUGUST 27, 2024

Two people died and one was seriously injured on Tuesday after a tire exploded at a Delta Air Lines facility near HartsfieldJackson International Airport (ATL). The explosion reportedly happened during the early hours of the morning when wheel components were being disassembled from an aircraft.

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