Aerotime
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The CityAirbus NextGen eVTOL prototype has recorded its first lift-off during the flight test campaign in Donauwörth, Germany. The landmark occasion was announced on November 6, 2024, by Airbus Helicopters’ CEO Bruno Even. “I’m happy to share that the #CityAirbus NextGen flight test campaign in Donauwörth, Germany has started with a first lift-off.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
Starting December 1st, major changes are coming for Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs). On that date, the FAA officially removes expiration dates from CFI certificates. This update shifts the focus from renewing certificates to meeting “recent experience” requirements. This will make it easier for CFIs like you to keep teaching without unnecessary paperwork.
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Airspeed Junkie
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Legendary F 6 Hellcat: WWII's Dominant Fighter The F 6 Hellcat was a key U.S. Navy fighter in World War II. Built by Grumman, it was known for its durability and effectiveness in combat. This article explores its design, combat role, and historical impact. Key Takeaways The Grumman F6F Hellcat, introduced in 1942, became the backbone of U.S. carrier aviation due to its innovative design and robust performance.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Singapore Airlines has just announced a huge investment into the passenger experience offered on its Airbus A350 fleet, which will see the introduction of all-new cabin products, plus the expansion of first class. Singapore Airlines will update 41 Airbus A350-900 cabins Singapore Airlines will be investing 1.1 billion SGD (~835 million USD) to update the interiors of its entire long haul Airbus A350-900 fleet.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Airline Pilot Club (APC) is pleased to announce the official launch of Amelia , an Artificial Intelligence (AI) -powered platform designed to transform aviation recruitment and training. Unveiled at EATS 2024, Amelia is built to deliver substantial cost savings and efficiency improvements to airlines and flight schools by integrating advanced AI technology into recruitment and training processes.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Science fiction may make it look like fully autonomous flight is just around the corner, but for now, we’re still relying on human pilots. And while pilots are incredibly skilled problem-solvers, they’re still human. That means emotions and snap decisions can sometimes get in the way. In aviation, even the smallest decision matters to safety. So, in this article, you’ll learn about five attitudes that can steer pilots off course and how to spot and correct them.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
As Simple Flying recently reported , the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and Airlines for America (A4A), which represents all the large US airlines, recently announced an agreement to increase production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in the state to reduce aviation-related greenhouse gases. California aims to increase SAF availability to 200 million gallons by 2035, translating to 40% of its aviation fuel needs for air travel within the state.
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Aerotime
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Joby Aviation performed a flight demonstration in Japan on November 2, 2024. This was the first flight of its eVTOL aircraft outside of the US. Images and footage shared by the Californian startup show Joby’s eVTOL in the air with Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji in the background. This flight display took place just days after Toyota Motor Corporation announced that its venture capital arm was investing an $500 million in Joby , bringing its total capital commitment to the eVTOL startup to over $894
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
You might think that Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are just about how to control and use your instruments in the aircraft, but you need more than skill–you need a rock-solid plan. IFR flight planning is about preparing for every twist and turn along the route. You need to anticipate alternate airports and be prepared for those “what if” moments.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Wall Street Journal reports on a troubling situation, whereby Russia has reportedly been plotting to take down a flight bound for North America, by starting a fire onboard. Russia’s plan to place incendiary devices onto flights Back in July 2024, incendiary devices ignited at two DHL cargo logistics hubs in Europe, while being shipped by air. Specifically, this happened in Leipzig, Germany, and Birmingham, England.
AV Web
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Wall Street Journal is reporting Russia was behind a plot to start fires aboard cargo and passenger aircraft heading from Europe to Canada and the U.S. The publication said explosions at DHL hubs in Leipzig, Germany and Birmingham, U.K. in July were dress rehearsals for the plot, which was apparently aimed at bringing down the aircraft. Reuters reported the WSJ (subscription required) cited Western security officials as its sources.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
flydubai and Batik Air Malaysia have announced the formation of a new global partnership that will enable customers to access 80 worldwide destinations. On November 8, 2024, flydubai and Batik Air Malaysia revealed the details behind a new interline agreement that will offer passengers connectivity between the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Malaysia and beyond.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
A lot of pilots think that once they get their Commercial Pilot’s License (CPL), they’ll immediately land a flying job. After all, you can legally be paid to fly, right? Unfortunately, it’s not that easy. Most jobs require an ATPL or a lot more hours, and even instructing takes extra qualifications. But even so, there are still jobs you can get with a CPL, like crop dusting, pipeline patrol, banner towing, air charter, and aerial photography.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
I’ve gotta admit, “bring back a pair of Boeing 767s” wasn’t on my Air Canada fleet planning bingo card, but here we are… Air Canada will fly two Boeing 767-300ERs in 2025 Air Canada recently shared its fleet strategy for the next five years, which includes adding around 90 aircraft to the fleet. While most of those are modern jets, ranging from the Airbus A321XLR to the Boeing 787-10, one aircraft type stood out.
AV Web
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg has warned striking factory workers to accept its latest offer or the next deal it offers will be less generous. The company and negotiators for the International Association of Machinists reached a tentative deal based on a 38 percent wage increase and a one percent cut on employee health insurance contributions. The membership previously rejected a 35 percent wage hike.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
China Eastern Airlines has completed the engine replacement on the world’s first delivered COMAC C919 aircraft. The first C919 engine replacement was conducted on the aircraft registered as B-919A , which has been in operation for 2.5 years, according to the Planespotters.com registry. The replacement was part of procedural tests aimed at verifying the feasibility of the engine replacement protocol and further optimizing the engine replacement process.
World Airline News
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Air Canada today announced it is extending its intermodal strategy across Europe to include Italy, Spain, Britain as well as to Asia, with its first operator in South Korea. Customers purchasing flights can now easily book onward land connections to destinations across these countries to create a seamless travel itinerary. The new rail and bus options expand the Air Canada Intermodal offering previously launched in December 2023 in France, Germany, Switzerland and Austria.
Cranky Flier
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
After more than 50 years without scheduling a single redeye flight, Southwest has finally made the move. The initial batch of redeyes start in February, but the airline just released its summer schedule and the airline will be up to 33 routes by then. I think conventional wisdom suggests that this is mostly a way to reduce unit costs, something that has been a real concern at Southwest as of late.
Vintage Aviation News
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Since the Mid America Flight Museum of Mount Pleasant, TX, acquired the B-17G Thunderbird from the Houston-based Lone Star Flight Museum in 2020 , the aircraft has been the subject of an extensive refurbishment at the Erickson Aircraft Collection in Madras, OR, chosen for their work in maintaining and fly the B-17 Ye Olde Pub. Now, the MAFM has released a statement regarding the future appearance of the aircraft.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
A new agreement between electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) developer Archer Aviation and a Japan Airlines startup includes plans for the purchase of up to 100 Midnight aircraft. Archer Aviation announced on November 7, 2024, that a deal had been struck with Soracle, a newly formed joint venture between Japan Airlines and Sumitomo Corporation, to bring advanced air mobility (AAM) services to the heart of Japan.
Plane and Pilot
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
It’s not every day an airworthy, 95-year-old, museum-quality historic aircraft is listed for sale, but this bargain checks all of those boxes and is available on Aircraft For Sale for $90,000. Manufactured between 1928 and 1931 in Brooklyn, New York, some 220-240 examples were built before the effects of the Great Depression put the company out of business.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
On Tuesday, November 5th, a HondaJet crashed into a vehicle after taking off from a local airport in Phoenix , Arizona. The private jet allegedly crashed after takeoff and slid through a fence before making contact with a vehicle on a road beyond the airport fencing. According to authorities at the scene, five people were confirmed dead at the scene, although they did not specify if all five deaths were occupants of the private jet, or if anyone in the vehicle may have been among the victims.
Ask Captain Lim
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Airport Security at work during a bomb threat. Why bomb hoaxes are always taken seriously? Airlines treat bomb hoaxes as serious threats primarily for the safety of those onboard. Regardless of whether it is a hoax, every reported threat must be handled as credible until proven otherwise. This precaution ensures the security of passengers and crew. Ignoring even a false warning could have catastrophic consequences.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Ethiopian Airlines is celebrating the near arrival of Africa’s first Airbus A350-1000 in what will be a historical moment for the continent and commercial aviation. Executives from Ethiopian Airlines and Airbus met on November 4, 2024, at Toulouse Blagnac Airport (TLS) for a special ceremony where ownership of the first A350-1000 was officially handed over to the carrier.
Plane and Pilot
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Most of my flying was in the 1960s and ’70s, long before many of you reading this were born, but they were good years. Though being a pilot had been a dream since childhood, my adult 42-year career was as a teacher of French, primarily in junior and senior high schools both in the U.S. and internationally. Aviation was a very enjoyable pastime from age 17 to 65 or so, and teaching allowed me a lot of time, especially during summer and winter school breaks, for aviation.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
For student pilots and private pilots, a cadet pilot program might seem like the ideal route. These programs offer an immersive, structured training path that is often in partnership with the airlines. Cadet programs are tailored to get you from a novice to a licensed pilot with a direct path to employment after graduation. They may seem tempting with their financial perks—but that’s not the full picture.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Lufthansa appears to be planning a change to its fleet strategy for 2025, in light of ongoing aircraft delays, plus the company’s dissatisfaction with Munich. Lufthansa will fly A350s from Frankfurt as of summer 2025 Lufthansa has two major hubs, in Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC). Historically, the airline has taken a disciplined and rather consistent approach to which planes it flies from which airport.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
NASA’s X-59 experimental aircraft has had its engines fired up for the first time at Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works facility in Palmdale, California. The US space agency reported that the engine tests started on October 30, 2024, with the goal of verifying that the aircraft’s systems work well when using the aircraft’s own power source. Power for previous tests was provided externally.
Simple Flying
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The competition between the Airbus A220 and Embraer E2 series is fierce , as both aircraft families target the same market niche for efficient, short- to medium-haul flights. Airlines worldwide have been evaluating these models, seeking the best fit for their regional and domestic routes. Here, we explore five key areas where the A220 and E2 differ and how each aircraft's strengths align with the airlines' operational needs.
The Aviationist
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
Sightings of the B-21 Raider stealth bomber are becoming more frequent on the U.S. West Coast, as testing of the 6th generation bomber continues. On Oct. 31, 2024, aviation photographer Jarod Hamilton took some stunning shots of a Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider that was involved in a test flight inside the R-2508 Complex, located in […] The post Photographer Takes Breathtaking Images Of B-21 Raider Stealth Bomber During Test Flight appeared first on The Aviationist.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The aviation industry has just lost an incredible human being. I don’t usually write tributes like this, but there aren’t many airline industry executives I have more respect for than him. Ben Baldanza loses battle with ALS It has just been revealed that 62-year-old Ben Baldanza passed away last night, after a battle with ALS. This was announced by Scott McCartney (formerly of the Wall Street Journal), the current host of the Airlines Confidential podcast.
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
A C919 and an ARJ21 aircraft, the two commercial aircraft currently being produced by China’s COMAC, performed their first ever formation flight display on November 3, 2024, reports Chinese aviation channel FATIII Aviation. Wow! The #COMAC C919 & ARJ21 performed their 1st formation flying display at Nanchang. What an exciting moment for us Chinese AvGeeks & COMAC!!
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Do you want to know about becoming a pilot? Are you curious about what studying for it would be like? This guide is here to help answer these questions! If you’re aiming to earn your private pilot’s license, ground school is an essential part of your path to the cockpit. But is it required? We’ll explain what ground school covers , whether you need it for your license, and the best ways to tackle it.
Vintage Aviation News
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
by Thomas N. Pawlesh On November 2, 2024, the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome in Red Hook, New York hosted 24 photographers for the first-ever night photoshoot. Drawing from the large collection at Old Rhinebeck, seven aircraft in six different scenes were photographed and a special surprise ended the evening. Constant LED lighting was used and each aircraft was run for eight minutes.
One Mile at a Time
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
An Austrian Airlines jet scheduled to operate a long haul flight ended up right where it started after flying for nearly 10 hours, though the reason for the diversion is especially strange. Mauritius-bound Austrian 777 returns to Vienna This incident happened on Saturday, November 2, 2024, and involves Austrian flight OS17, scheduled to operate from Vienna, Austria (VIE), to Port Louis, Mauritius (MRU).
Aerotime
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Air Astana has completed the first 12-year C-check ever to be performed in Kazakhstan. This thorough maintenance procedure was conducted on one of the airline’s Airbus A321 aircraft at Air Astana’s own MRO facilities at Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ), in the Kazakh capital. A C-check involves an in-depth inspection of every part of an aircraft, with all of its elements being systematically stripped down, then put back in and tested.
Pilot Institute
NOVEMBER 2, 2024
If you’re coming in for a landing, the last thing you want is to face a power-off stall. A power-off stall can happen when your engine is idle, and the aircraft slows down too much. This can cause you to lose lift. That’s why learning the recovery process is so important, especially if you’re flying at a low altitude. Without a quick reaction, it can lead to a dangerous situation.
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