Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

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Airline Airlines 341

Cranky Flier

JULY 22, 2024

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Airline Airlines 302

One Mile at a Time

JULY 21, 2024

Early Friday morning, we saw a major global IT outage , impacting all kinds of industries, including many airlines. In the United States, all of the “big three” US carriers — American, Delta, and United — were impacted by this. What’s interesting to see is how inconsistent the recovery has been between airlines. Delta underperforms peers with recovery FlightAware publishes data on flight cancelations and delays, and it’s interesting to look at how that has played out over the past couple of days

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Pilot Airlines Airline 145

Simple Flying

JULY 25, 2024

The major Italian contractor, Leonardo , has warned that developing the sixth-generation fighter jet will cost more and take longer than anticipated. The Global Combat Air Programme fighter (GCAP), otherwise known by the British name "Tempest," is one of the most consequential sixth-generation fighter jets in development outside of the US Air Force's NGAD fighter.

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Jet 142

Aerotime

JULY 25, 2024

In a surprise development on the fourth day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024, Airbus has announced that Saudi Arabian low-cost airline flynas has signed an agreement for 90 neo-type aircraft. Airbus and flynas confirmed on July 25, 2024, that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) had been signed off during Farnborough Airshow for 75 A320neo family aircraft and 15 A330-900s.

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Jet Airlines Airline 300

Cranky Flier

JULY 23, 2024

As we discussed yesterday, in the long-haul market, premium upsell options have long been part of the game , but in the short-haul market, that has not been the case. It wasn’t all that long ago that airlines almost exclusively sold coach seats. Most of those people sitting in First Class were upgrades. This has changed dramatically, and the announcements of expanded premium offerings just keep coming.

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Airlines Airline 279

Alaska Air

JULY 24, 2024

We're proud to announce the grand opening of our newest Alaska Lounge at San Francisco International Airport’s Harvey Milk Terminal 1. The modern and spacious 11,000 square foot space delivers on our promise to enhance our network of lounges and offers an unparalleled pre-flight experience with a welcoming West Coast vibe, open spaces bathed in natural light and warm finishes.

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Airline Airlines 141

Aerotime

JULY 26, 2024

Just over a week after Vertical Aerospace unveiled its new full-scale VX4 eVTOL prototype, the UK-based pioneer has confirmed that the aircraft has completed its first tethered piloted flight. The huge milestone was achieved late in the afternoon on July 25, 2024, at Cotswolds Airport (GBA) in England, with Vertical Aerospac e’s Chief Test Pilot, Justin Paines, at the controls.

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Cranky Flier

JULY 25, 2024

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Simple Flying

JULY 22, 2024

Korean Air has purchased 20 Boeing 777X aircraft, becoming the newest airline to order the folding-wingtip twin-aisle aircraft from Boeing at the Farnborough International Airshow.

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Airlines Airline 140

Alaska Air

JULY 23, 2024

Boarding music is a core component of the premium experience we provide to our guests, with the music, lighting, and care from our crew members creating a great first impression and easing the stress of the airport and boarding process; starting this month, enjoy boarding music from Sub Pop Records on all Alaska Airlines flights departing from Seattle and Everett.

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Airline Airlines 132

Aerotime

JULY 22, 2024

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 23, 2024

by Richard Mallory Allnutt We are thrilled to report that the world now has a second airworthy Helldiver! Curtiss SB2C-5 Helldiver BuNo.83393, under long-term rebuild with the Fagen Fighters WWII Museum , made its first post-restoration flight from their facility in Granite Falls, Minnesota today. Well respected CAF Helldiver pilot, Ed Vesely, was at the controls for the initial test hop, which went smoothly according to those present.

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Simple Flying

JULY 22, 2024

When airlines or lessors order aircraft, the process goes through various stages, which is why you often see the same order discussed time and again. It starts when the customer floats the idea of buying a new aircraft and culminates years later when that aircraft operates its first commercial service, which in the case of Australian airline Jetstar was a gap of around ten years for its new Airbus A321LR fleet.

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Airlines Airline 136

One Mile at a Time

JULY 24, 2024

Premium airline products have come a long way, and they just keep getting better. Over the years, we’ve seen business class seats transform from being recliners, to being angled flat, to being fully flat, to having direct aisle access, to having doors. Some of today’s business class suites are better than first class was a couple of decades ago. What’s exciting for consumers is that airlines continue to try to outdo one another, so every time we think business class can’t get any better, an airl

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Narrow-Body Aircraft Jet Airlines Airline 127

Aerotime

JULY 22, 2024

Boeing and Korean Air unveiled the airline’s plan to purchase up to 50 of Boeing’s widebody aircraft. The deal, which was announced on the first day of the 2024 edition of the Farnborough International Airshow, includes 20 777-9s and 20 787-10s, with options for an additional 10 of the largest 787 Dreamliner variant. “The addition of the Boeing 777-9 and 787-10 aircraft marks a significant milestone in our strategic objective to expand and upgrade our fleet,” said Walter Cho, C

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Airplanes Airlines Airline 294

Vintage Aviation News

JULY 22, 2024

By Nick Chismar Just over a month ago, in June 2024, the Mid-Atlantic Air Museum (MAAM) unveiled a brand-new paint job on their Northrop P-61B Black Widow , USAAF #42-39445. The massive fighter sat proudly, fully covered in gloss black paint, as visitors from around the country stopped to take photos during the museum’s 33 rd Annual World War II Weekend.

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Tail Cockpit Airplanes Hangar 126

Simple Flying

JULY 25, 2024

The United States, represented by the Department of Justice (DOJ), and Boeing have finalized their plea agreement after the DOJ had found that the aircraft manufacturer violated its deferred prosecution agreement (DPA).

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 23, 2024

British Airways has just unveiled a new safety video , and it has a unique theme… British Airways’ safety video inspired by Britain’s period literature British Airways has just released its newest safety video, which is named “A British Original Period Drama,” and is inspired by some of Britain’s famous period literature, TV, and film. The new video is roughly five minutes long, and will be screened on long haul flights as of August 1, 2024.

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Weather Airlines Airline 127

Aerotime

JULY 21, 2024

Gulf Air, the flag carrier of Bahrain, has unveiled its plans to build a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at Bahrain International Airport (BIA). According to the latest Gulf Air statement released on July 21, 2024, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain will build the MRO complex. It will house a more than 20,000 square meter temperature-controlled hangar, stores, workshops, and a dedicated tarmac.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 23, 2024

On July 11th, 2024, another Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk found its way to an aviation museum when F-117A USAF #82-0819 Raven Beauty arrived at the Stafford Air & Space Museum in Weatherford, Oklahoma. If there was ever a museum that was deserving of an F-117 it is the Stafford Air & Space Museum, which is named in honor of Weatherford native and legendary test pilot and astronaut, Lt.

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Simple Flying

JULY 20, 2024

James Stewart (Jimmy) led a remarkable career as both a bomber pilot and an actor. He flew some of the US's most iconic bombers, including the B-24 Consolidated Liberator and the venerable B-52 Superfortress. He was the only Hollywood star to serve in World War II and flew 20 combat missions in heavy bombers. Not all the remarkable people in the history of aviation are pilots.

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Pilot 132

One Mile at a Time

JULY 26, 2024

The Bilt Mastercard® ( review ) is a popular no annual fee card, which allows you to pay your rent by credit card and earn rewards , even if your landlord doesn’t ordinarily allow no-fee credit card payments. Unfortunately one of the popular aspects of the card is being devalued in the coming months. While it won’t impact everyone, the change is pretty significant.

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Aerotime

JULY 24, 2024

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Airline Airlines 286

Airline Geeks

JULY 25, 2024

JCAS Airways, a new Japanese regional airline, will launch operations with an ATR 72-600 leased from Singapore-based Avation PLC.

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Airlines Airline 121

Simple Flying

JULY 26, 2024

With the final day of the Farnborough International Airshow wrapping up and unless either Airbus or Boeing have a surprise up their respective sleeves the manufacturers not announcing any new orders, Simple Flying looked through the event and how commercially successful it was for the two main aircraft manufacturers.

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One Mile at a Time

JULY 22, 2024

Turkish Airlines has just made an exciting announcement when it comes to inflight connectivity, which passengers will no doubt appreciate. Turkish Airlines will have unlimited free Wi-Fi Turkish Airlines plans to offer unlimited, fast, free Wi-Fi for all passengers throughout the fleet by the end of 2025. Stay connected at 30,000 feet! In partnership with TCI Aircraft Interiors and @Turksat we will bring free and unlimited Wi-Fi to our entire fleet by the end of 2025.

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Airline Airlines 123

Aerotime

JULY 23, 2024

Qatar Airways announced an order for 20 more Boeing 777-9 aircraft, which is set to be the largest and most fuel-efficient twin-engine jet. The order, which expands the Doha-based carrier’s 777X order book to nearly 100 airplanes, was announced on the second day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024. Boeing said that Qatar Airways helped launch the 777X program and it now has on order 60 777-9 passenger airplanes.

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Vintage Aviation News

JULY 24, 2024

By Zac Yates As a special tribute to Squadron Leader Mark Long, who was lost in a flying accident on May 25, 2024 one of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (BBMF) Spitfires has a new paint scheme paying tribute to the aviator, and a flying scholarship has been established in his name. Detail of the temporary markings on the BBMF’s Spitfire Mk.XVI paying tribute to Sqn.

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Simple Flying

JULY 25, 2024

Under pressure from an activist investor and admitting that the airline has underperformed financially, Southwest Airlines executives have made monumental changes to its onboard experience, introducing assigned seating while also offering premium seat options for its customers.

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Airline Airlines 126

One Mile at a Time

JULY 26, 2024

While minor in the scheme of things, I find this to be incredibly annoying… American has a new automated phone system Yesterday I called American Airlines for the first time in weeks, and heard a phone prompt I hadn’t heard before. I didn’t think much of it at the time, and figured maybe my call just wasn’t routed correctly, or something. But nope, this is apparently something new, as reported by View from the Wing.

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Airline Airlines 123

Aerotime

JULY 22, 2024

Airbus and Airports Council International (ACI) World association have entered an agreement to support the industry’s efforts to reduce the environmental impact of aviation. The two companies signed a cooperation agreement on July 22, 2024, during the opening day of the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) at the Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre in the United Kingdom.

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Approach 286

Airline Geeks

JULY 25, 2024

Southwest has announced a major shakeup in its product offerings amid a drop in profits. The Dallas-based carrier is moving forward with plans to change its seating model, revamp its boarding process, and add overnight redeye flights.

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Airline Airlines 116

Simple Flying

JULY 25, 2024

Climate activists from the Germany-based organization Last Generation (Letzte Generation) had halted traffic at Frankfurt Airport (FRA), resulting in significant flight disruptions, including numerous canceled flights.

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Runway 126

One Mile at a Time

JULY 25, 2024

InterContinental will soon be increasing the cost of its paid Ambassador program. As far as price increases go, this is hardly unreasonable… InterContinental Ambassador will cost $225 or 45,000 points InterContinental Ambassador is a paid rewards program that offers extra perks at InterContinental properties, separate from the IHG One Rewards program.

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Aerotime

JULY 26, 2024

For a nation surrounded by water, it’s perhaps no surprise that flight and aviation have become an integral part of British life. While domestic air travel in the United Kingdom (UK) is just a fraction of that in United States (US), perhaps due to the country’s relatively small size, this hasn’t stopped millions of Brits flying internationally each year.

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Inspire

JULY 24, 2024

By Barbara A. Schmitz To say Jessica Cox, of Tucson, Arizonia, has a can-do attitude is a massive understatement. She was born without arms and learned to do things with her feet that many people think can’t be done. “Before I had LASIK surgery, I used to put contacts in my eyes with my feet,” […] The post Cox Advocates for Disabilities While Encouraging Fearlessness, Adaptability first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Hangar 116