One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Aircalin, the international airline of the South Pacific French territory of New Caledonia, has placed a fascinating aircraft order. However. Im not sure I can fully make sense of the logic. Aircalin picking up two Airbus A350-900s Aircalin has just disclosed an order for two Airbus A350-900 aircraft (meaning the order was placed at some point in the past, but Airbus didnt reveal the customer).
Aerotime
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Boeing has revealed its latest orders and deliveries total for November 2024 which were hugely impacted by a weeks-long period of industrial action at the US planemaker. The company delivered just 13 commercial aircraft to customers during the month an amount less than 25% of the total amount of new airplanes delivered in the same month in 2023. The latest figure is even lower than the number of aircraft delivered in October 2024 when the company delivered 14 new jets.
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Vintage Aviation News
DECEMBER 7, 2024
On this day in aviation history, December 7, 1942, the Bell P-63 Kingcobra made its first flight. Often overlooked in comparison to other U.S. fighters of WWII, the P-63 Kingcobra would still play a role in the Allied war effort in supplying America’s overseas allies and being used for one of the most unusual operations of WWII. In order to trace the roots of the P-63, one must examine its direct predecessor, the Bell P-39 Airacobra.
AV Web
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Phillips 66 will supply United Airlines with up to eight million gallons of sustainable aviation fuel over the next seven months thanks to incentives from the State of Illinois. Phillips and United have signed a firm agreement for three million gallons to be delivered to O’hare and 600,000 gallons to be delivered to LAX. The deal could be expanded to a total of eight million gallons through the first half of 2025.
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 10, 2024
JetBlue has just revealed the details of two new transatlantic routes that it intends to launch in the summer of 2025, and its great news for those in Boston. JetBlue adds two transatlantic destinations in 2025 In 2021, we saw JetBlue launch transatlantic routes, with its new Airbus A321LR aircraft. Many passengers were excited about this, given JetBlues great onboard product.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Qatar Airways private jet charter division, Qatar Executive, has released plans for its fleet of Gulfstream G650ER to fly with Starlink connectivity. Qatar Executive made the announcement on December 12, 2024, as MEBAA Show 2024 , at Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Dubai, opens its doors for day one of the business aviation event. The first Starlink-equipped Gulfstream G650ER will begin flying on December 14, 2024, and Qatar Executive plans to have the first five flying with the techno
Vintage Aviation News
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Story and photos by Gary Daniels This is the latest in Vintage Aviation News updates on the return-to-flight program of the 1954 Beechcraft E18S-9700 “Super 18,” nicknamed Hollywood Bomber. The aircraft is undergoing an extensive restoration at the Vintage Flying Museum (VFM) located at Meacham International Airport (FTW) north of Fort Worth, Texas.
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One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 8, 2024
As someone who flies American Airlines more than any other airline, I figured it would be useful to write a guide about the carriers inflight Wi-Fi offering. Inflight connectivity has come a long way over the years, allowing travelers to stay connected above the clouds. The bad news is that American has no plans to offer free Wi-Fi to passengers on a widespread basis.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 11, 2024
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced its financial outlook for the global airline industry in 2025 which forecasts a strengthening of profitability and further rises in annual passenger traffic figures which will breach the five billion passenger mark for the first time in the history of the industry. According to IATA s Director General, Willie Walsh speaking at IATAs 2024 Global Media Day in Geneva, Switzerland on December 10, 2024, the net profits for the global ai
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 9, 2024
A routine domestic flight operated by Mexican low-cost carrier Volaris took a dramatic turn of events yesterday when a passenger attempted to have the plane diverted to the US. This prompted the service to land en route in order for the offender to be arrested, before continuing to its final destination with a considerable delay. Let's take a closer look at how exactly these dramatic circumstances played out, and what is known about the alarming incident.
Pilot Institute
DECEMBER 12, 2024
“Excuse me, sir, do you know how fast you were going? And how high were you flying?” The answers come from a clever little setup on your airplane: a metal tube sticking into the airstream and a tiny hole on the fuselage. These two simple features power three of the most important cockpit instruments. This setup is called the pitot-static system.
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 7, 2024
Its always nice to know what to expect when youre flying business class on a long haul flight. Recently Ive written guides to American Flagship Business and Delta One Suites. Uniteds premium business class is known as Polaris, and in this post Ill recap what experience you can expect on each plane. Ive gotta say, this is an area where United excels, thanks to the consistent long haul business class experience it offers.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Sofia International Airport (SOF), Bulgarias main air gateway, is gearing up for a major expansion that will see it double its capacity, explained to AeroTime the airports CEO, Jess Caballero Pinto. The airport executive shared the airports ambitious plans with the media during Aviation-Event SOF , an aviation conference which took place in the Bulgarian capital on November 29, 2024, gathering senior industry professionals, decision makers and media representatives from across Europe.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 11, 2024
According to US officials, Russian compensation to North Korea for supplying much-needed military aid will include early fourth-generation Su-27 Flanker and MiG-29 Fulcrum fighter jets. For now, it is unclear how many will be delivered or when North Korea will receive them. It is also unclear how many service life flight hours these old jets will have ( US-built fighter jets are far more durable, boasting much longer service life flight hours ).
Vintage Aviation News
DECEMBER 11, 2024
By Ronan Thomas 2024 marks the 80 th anniversary of iconic Second World War military offensives in Europe. 1944 saw RAF Bomber Commands all-out operations against Nazi Germany, Monte Cassino in Italy (January to May 1944), D-Day, Caen and Normandy in northwestern France (June-August), Operation Market Garden in Holland (September) and the Battle of the Bulge in Belgium, Germany and Luxembourg (December 1944). 80 years on, these critical clashes are rightly the subject of current commemoration ac
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 8, 2024
For the first segment of my quick trip to Japan & Korea , I flew Alaskas Boeing 737 MAX 9 first class on the 5hr50min midday flight from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Seattle (SEA). While I had reviewed Alaskas Boeing 737-900ER first class before, this was my first time flying on one of the carriers MAX aircraft. While of course not as good as a flat bed product ( like JetBlue Mint ), I otherwise consider Alaska first class to be as good as it gets in the United States when it comes to standard f
Aerotime
DECEMBER 9, 2024
United Airlines has received the first of six brand-new Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets as part of an agreement with US-based lessor Aircastle. The first Boeing 737 MAX 9 was delivered from the planemakers production facilities in Seattle, Washington with the final five jets expected to arrive this month and into 2025. Aircastle confirmed on December 9, 2024, that all six aircraft will be powered by CFM Leap engines and will help expand United Airlines fleet of new, fuel-efficient aircraft.
AV Web
DECEMBER 11, 2024
NASA scientists are close to completing the first-ever accident investigation on another planet. Engineers from NASAs Southern California Jet Propulsion Laboratory, working with AeroVironment will publish a report on the final flight of the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter in the coming weeks. But there is far more good than bad in assessing the cause of the mishap.
Thrust Flight
DECEMBER 9, 2024
What pilot hasn’t dreamed about owning their own plane? Imagine driving to the airport ramp and pulling up to your craft, hopping in, and flying wherever you like, whenever you like. Can the fantasy ever be a reality for most of us?I mean, how much is a small plane? Obviously, planes are expensive items. But […] The post How Much Does a Plane Cost?
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Alaska Airlines recently acquired Hawaiian Airlines , fueling speculation as to whether the combined carrier might launch long haul flights from Seattle. Well, Alaska Air Group is wasting absolutely no time, and has today announced plans to turn Seattle into a global gateway, with transpacific flights launching in a matter of months. Before we even talk about this, I just have to mention how impressed I am by how quickly Alaska is moving.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 8, 2024
The momentous, and rather unexpected, sequence of events that have led to the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria has also had a chapter played out in the skies above Syria. As of December 8, 2024, the situation remains extremely fluid and not many details are known of the hours prior to the final disintegration of the Assadist regime, however, a number of episodes have involved aircraft and air movements by several of the parties involved in this long-lasting conflict, lets see what these are.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Among the many innovations in warfare throughout the past three decades, none have likely been as influential or as noteworthy as the advent of the military drone, which is often referred to as an unmanned aircraft system (UAS). Throughout dozens of global conflicts, the United States Armed Forces have deployed drones into combat zones, serving purposes ranging from reconnaissance to tactical intelligence and even strike missions.
Vintage Aviation News
DECEMBER 8, 2024
On this day in aviation history, December 8, 1962, a new type of helicopter, the Bell OH-4A, took to the air for the first time. An entry into an Army competition, the OH-4A would become the basis for one of the most widely used and produced light helicopter designs of all time, the Bell 206. During the mid-1950s, the US Army started the Light Observation Helicopter (LOH) program to develop a replacement for the aging Bell OH-13 Sioux, the military version of the Bell Model 47, which was used fo
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Ive long published my rankings of the worlds best first class products and best first class lounges. In the past couple of years, Ive tried to do the same for business class. Its kind of hard to truly rank business class products, simply because theres so much variability in terms of the quality of products across aircraft, food and beverage service can vary significantly across flights, people prioritize very different things in business class, etc.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Kuwait-based low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways has confirmed its intention to purchase six A320ceo aircraft as part of its ongoing transformation and strategic growth. The six Airbus A320-200 jets are currently on lease to Jazeera Airways and are already an integral part of the carriers fleet. Explaining the decision in a statement on December 10, 2024, Jazeera Airways said the strategic move was aimed at reducing unit costs and mitigating supply chain challenges that have impacted the aviation i
Thrust Flight
DECEMBER 7, 2024
In this article we’ll take a look at the United Aviate Academy program. United Aviate is a pilot pathway program built for pilots looking to fly for United. The program combines several pathways for prospects to follow and offers mentorship and travel benefits to pilots. The Aviate Program is only available after training at or […] The post United Aviate Academy Program – Become a United Airlines Pilot appeared first on Thrust Flight.
AV Web
DECEMBER 8, 2024
A well-known former Alaska air charter operator has been found guilty of two federal charges following what has been termed a near collision in 2023. According to the Anchorage Daily News , William Marsan, 57, of Palmer, a self described “free citizen” was convicted of flying without a certificate and operating an unregistered aircraft by a jury.
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Air India is going through a massive transformation at the moment. In late 2021, the airline was privatized, with Tata Group, the company that founded Air India, once again being in control of the national carrier, and trying to bring it back to its former glory. As youd expect, this is no small task, given how much worse the airline became over the decades.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Qantas Freight has unveiled one of its Airbus 321 freighters in a Christmas-themed livery as the aircraft prepares to deliver 50,000 tons of freight for the holiday season. The freighter, one of the carriers six A321s, has been painted in a new livery that Qantas Freighter calls, Santas Freight. The aptly-themed livery represents what the A321F will be busy doing for the rest of 2024: delivering packages, mail, and popular Australian food such as seafood, seasonal produce and even Christmas pudd
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 8, 2024
In the world of luxury flight options, a fresh addition to the landscape is JetBlue Airways' Mint product, but is it worth the steep price tag? Comfort can be crucial, especially on long-haul flights. Moreover, if a crucial client meeting is scheduled within minutes of landing, it may be good to arrive rested, relaxed and well-groomed. Mint aims to provide the comforts of home, featuring plenty of space, entertainment, and top-notch amenities.
AV Web
DECEMBER 11, 2024
The Dutch Ministry of Defense announced today that a pair of Royal Netherlands Air Force F-35s detected three Russian military aircraft in NATO airspace on Friday (December 6) over the Baltic Sea and escorted them back over international waters. The Netherlands had assumed the NATO Air Policing Mission earlier this month as part of the normal rotation of responsibility.
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 11, 2024
For the first hotel stay of my quick trip to Japan & Korea , I spent a night at the 386-room Fairmont Vancouver Airport. While I dont usually stay at Accor properties, I had heard great things about this hotel, and figured I should check it out. Well, Im very happy I did. This is an incredible airport hotel, with an ideal location, stunning views (if you like planes), and solid food and beverage outlets.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Air France is back in the Philippines after two decades, with the launch of its inaugural non-stop flight to Manila International Airport (MNL) on December 8, 2024. Flight AF 208 departed Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) at 23:30 local time on December 7, 2024. After a flight time of less than 13 hours, the A350-941 aircraft, with registration F-HTYJ, landed in Manila at 19:26 local time the following day.
Simple Flying
DECEMBER 7, 2024
On 3rd December, a Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-300 rejected takeoff at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport after reporting hot breaks. The flight was DL-57 en route from Amsterdam to Salt Lake City International Airport. Data from FlightAware shows it arrived at Salt Lake City at Gate A19 at 12:19 MST (25 minutes late). Aircraft brakes must absorb a huge amount of energy and overheated brakes can result in loss of braking power or even brake failure.
AV Web
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) reported last week that Los Angeles County has unwisely added $1.3 million to its $600,000 budget for assessing how to repurpose Whiteman Airport (KWHP), despite the fact that the county has a federal obligation to keep the airport operational in perpetuity. That mandate comes from language that requires perpetual support of an airport that has accepted federal funding for the purpose of acquiring real property even if that property is only a par
One Mile at a Time
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Air Canada has just made an exciting passenger experience announcement, embracing a trend that were increasingly seeing among airlines. Air Canadas plan to introduce free Wi-Fi Air Canada plans to roll out fast and free Wi-Fi throughout its network for all Aeroplan members. As far as the timeline goes, this will be available on North America and Sun market routes as of May 2025, and will be expanded to long haul international flights in 2026.
Aerotime
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Anduril Industries and Archer Aviation have announced a partnership to develop a next-generation hybrid-propulsion, vertical-takeoff-and-landing (VTOL) aircraft specifically for defense applications. This collaboration aims to provide innovative solutions to the United States Department of Defense (DOD) and is focused on creating a potential program of record.
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