November, 2024

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DHL cargo plane trying to land in Vilnius airport crashes in residential area

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A B737-400 DHL cargo aircraft crashed near Vilnius Airport (VNO) early morning on November 25, 2024. The incident occurred at around 03:30 CET / 05:28 EET. Based on details from flight tracking website FlightAware, the cargo aircraft took off from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) at 03:08 CET According to local news outlet Delfi Plus, the aircraft crashed on Žirnių street, a residential area, and specifically fell on a two-story residential building.

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Lufthansa & ITA Airways Take A Step Further In Merger As EU Approves Necessary Remedies

Simple Flying

The European Commission has given the final green light needed for the ITA Airways - Lufthansa merger, agreeing to the sacrifices put forward by the two companies. These remedies serve to satisfy competition-related concerns initially brought up by Brussels, which was worried about monopolies in specific markets.

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Delta Flight Attendant Stabs Colleague, Charged With Attempted Murder

One Mile at a Time

A Delta flight attendant has been charged with attempted second degree murder, after repeatedly stabbing another flight attendant during a New Orleans layover. Gosh, this is awful. Layover gets violent for flight attendants in New Orleans A 36-year-old Delta flight attendant has been arrested, following a spree of violence that happened during a layover in New Orleans early Monday morning.

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Argentina Scraps Pilot Age Limits

AV Web

Argentina’s aviation regulator has dropped all age restrictions for commercial pilots saying qualifications will depend on medical assessment and technical knowledge. The National Civil Aviation Administration of Argentina (ANAC) passed a resolution Monday that eliminated the previous age limits of 60 for single-pilot and 65 for two-pilot operations on for-hire flights.

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10,000-Pound ‘Turkeys’ Set to Invade Thunder Over Michigan

Vintage Aviation News

Thunder Over Michigan, hosted by the Yankee Air Museum in Ypsilanti, Michigan, is renowned as one of the most popular air shows in the United States. This year, the organizers are orchestrating what promises to be the largest gathering of TBM Avengers in decades. According to Michael Luther, the air show’s director, they anticipate hosting the world’s largest “Turkey” gathering—a playful nod to the Avenger’s nickname.

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Grumman F8F-2/G-58A Bearcat: An Air-to-Air Photo Mission

Inspire

Story and photos by Todd, EAA 1571783, and Kelley Whitaker, EAA 1571782 Todd, EAA 1571783, and Kelley Whitaker, EAA 1571782, of WhitPics Media had the opportunity to attend the 2024 Central Coast AirFest in Santa Maria, California, this fall. The sky was filled with warbirds from years gone by as well as new and modern […] The post Grumman F8F-2/G-58A Bearcat: An Air-to-Air Photo Mission first appeared on Hangar Flying.

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Stowaway discovered on Delta Air Lines flight from New York to Paris

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A stowaway has been discovered onboard a Delta Air Lines flight heading from New York to Paris. The individual involved was reportedly arrested upon the aircraft’s arrival in Paris and the authorities are now investigating how such an incident could have occurred. The stowaway, a female of unknown age, was discovered as the flight carrying flight number DL 264 headed to Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) from New York-JFK Airport on Tuesday, November 26, 2024.

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Delta Flight Attendant Shows Up To Work 7x Over Legal Alcohol Limit

One Mile at a Time

Two Delta flight attendants were removed from a flight on Friday after failing a random breathalyzer test. What’s shocking is just how much over the limit one of the flight attendants reportedly was. Delta flight attendants fail breathalyzer test in Amsterdam The Netherlands is known for conducting random breathalyzer tests of airline crews, as the country also has some of the stricter rules out there around crews drinking.

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Martin Mars To Visit San Francisco, San Diego On Final Flight

AV Web

Aviation buffs in San Francisco and San Diego will get to see the rarest of the rare possibly next week as the last flying example of the world’s largest flying boat makes its last flight. The Philippine Mars, a Martin JRM Mars is currently undergoing taxi tests in Port Alberni, British Columbia in preparation for a flight to Lake Roosevelt in Arizona.

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The Last of the Japanese Thunderbolts, The Story of Planes of Fame’s Mitsubishi J2M Raiden

Vintage Aviation News

The Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino, CA, is home to several unique aircraft that in a few instances are the last of their kinds anywhere in the world, such as the Ryan FR-1 Firebal l, and the subject of today’s article, the Mitsubishi J2M Raiden (雷電, “Lightning Bolt/Thunderbolt” in English), a land-based interceptor flown by the Imperial Japanese Naval Air Corps, that would be known to the Allies through its reporting name “Jack.” In September 1939, as Germany la

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JetBlue Looks to Trim Pilot Workforce

Airline Geeks

These moves come as the New York-based airline continues to moderate capacity after posting a loss of $60 million in the third quarter.

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easyJet posts 34% increase in annual profits after strong summer 2024 season  

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In an announcement made on November 27, 2024, easyJet revealed an increase of 34% in annual profits for the 12 months ending September 30, 2024. The low-cost carrier achieved a profit before tax of £610 million ($775 million) as the airline cashed in on record-breaking passenger numbers using its services in the summer of 2024. The airline’s figures revealed the profits before tax rose by £155 million ($197) from the same period in 2023, while the profit per seat achieved was £6.08 ($7.72), up 2

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Inaugural Flight Review: Air Greenland Airbus A330-800neo From Copenhagen To Nuuk

Simple Flying

Greenland's capital received its first long-haul flight today as Air Greenland inaugurated the new Nuuk International Airport (GOH) with a direct service from Copenhagen. Thanks to a new runway, this is the first time Greenland's largest city has been able to accommodate widebody jets, and Simple Flying was onboard for the historic occasion.

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Will I Travel To Egypt Again? No, Of Course Not…

One Mile at a Time

Last week I shared how I thought Cairo International Airport (CAI) is the worst major airport in the world. There was no ill-intent behind the post, but it was just intended to be a topic of conversation, like the tens of thousands of other blog posts I’ve published over time. I didn’t even think my observations were that controversial, and more readers agreed with me than not.

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Hybrid-Electric 30-Passenger Airliner to Test in Plattsburgh, NY

AV Web

Heart Aerospace, a Swedish hybrid-electric aircraft developer, has selected Plattsburgh International Airport in Upstate New York as a test site for its HX1 (Heart Experimental 1) program. The first flight is expected sometime between April and July 2025. The HX1, with a wingspan of 105 feet, would be the largest all-electric aircraft to fly. It rolled out last September at the company’s site in Gothenberg, Sweden, and is currently undergoing critical systems testing before the move to Plattsbur

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AeroVintage’s World B-17 Flying Fortress Winter Update

Vintage Aviation News

Aero Vintage recently shared updates on several noteworthy examples of the historic World War II bomber, the B-17 Flying Fortress, known for its resilience and strategic importance. These updates highlight significant restoration efforts aimed at preserving the B-17’s legacy, covering extensive repairs from structural work and engine overhauls to the meticulous restoration of original instrumentation and interiors.

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‘Miracle on the Hudson’ First Officer Retires

Airline Geeks

Skiles is best known as the first officer on US Airways flight 1549, which landed in New York's Hudson River in January 2009.

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Air France-KLM expresses ‘interest’ in Spanish carrier Air Europa stake

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The owner of Air Europa has confirmed that the French-Dutch multinational airline Air France-KLM has expressed an “interest” in the Spanish carrier. The confirmation comes as news circulated that Air France-KLM was in talks with the Air Europa owner Globalia over a 20% investment in the airline. On November 27, 2024, euronews reported that Globalia, which owns 80% of Air Europa, said that “there is interest […] but currently nothing is closed”.

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The Aircraft Replacing The US Air Force A-10 Warthog

Simple Flying

The A-10C Thunderbolt II "Warthog" was the first United States Air Force aircraft specially designed for close air support of ground forces (and it has been well-loved by those ground forces). No matter what anyone thinks of the A-10 Warthog being still relevant or obsolete in future wars, everyone can agree it has the most formidable cannon of any US fighter jet.

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Delta & Shake Shack Partner To Serve Burgers Onboard

One Mile at a Time

Delta Air Lines has just announced a new collaboration for its first class dining, which I’m sure some people will like, but it’s not for me… Details of the Delta & Shake Shack partnership Delta and Shake Shack are introducing a first-of-its-kind partnership, whereby Delta will begin serving Shake Shack cheeseburgers in first class on domestic flights.

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Additional U.S. Bases in the UK Now Protected by Restricted Airspace as Counter-Drone Operation Continues

The Aviationist

Normally closed for Thanksgiving, U.S. bases in the UK have continued to monitor possible drone intrusions, while RAF Menwith Hill and RAF Fylingdales have been protected by new airspace restrictions. Following our previous article on the topic, a number of new developments have arisen in the case of suspected small uncrewed aerial system (sUAS) sightings […] The post Additional U.S.

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A Caproni Ca.310 Libeccio Takes Shape in Norway

Vintage Aviation News

Inside a former Luftwaffe hangar packed with dozens of historic aircraft, restoration workers at the Flyhistorisk Museum in Sola, Norway are now in the final stretch of rebuilding the world’s last surviving Caproni Ca.310 Libeccio (“southwest wind”), an Italian reconnaissance bomber exported that was one of four exported to Norway shortly before the outbreak of the Second World War.

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United Takes Delivery of First 787 in 20 Months

Airline Geeks

United took delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner since March 2023 on Tuesday. The new aircraft features a special paint scheme.

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Estonia-owned Nordica and Xfly to file for bankruptcy after no investor found

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The Republic of Estonia-owned Nordic Aviation Group AS (Nordica) and Regional Jet OÜ (Xfly) will cease operations after it was announced the companies will be filed for bankruptcy. It had been hoped that Lars Thuesen, the owner of Jettime, could potentially take the companies private but on November 18, 2024, Nordic Aviation Group, which runs Nordica and Xfly, were informed that he would not be investing. “Nordic Aviation Group and Xfly have gone through a challenging path over the past

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Emirates To Begin 1st Airbus A350 Service Sooner Than Expected

Simple Flying

After considerable delays, which seems to be the norm nowadays, Emirates finally took delivery of its first of 65 Airbus A350-900s on November 25. The aircraft, which is registered A6-EXA, left Toulouse at 17:00 and, following an unusual route, arrived in Dubai 7h 17m later at 03:17 local time the next day.

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British Airways Unveils New First Class Suite: A Nice Evolution!

One Mile at a Time

This is exciting, and long overdue. British Airways has just released some renderings of its new first class suite, though details remain fairly limited as of now (of course I’ll provide more updates when we have the details). A look at British Airways’ new first class suite British Airways has plans to introduce a new first class product, and the airline has today released the first renderings of the product.

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U.S. Navy to Develop F/A-XX Next-Generation Fighter Independently of Air Force NGAD

The Aviationist

The Navy’s decision could shield the F/A-XX program from the impacts of the Air Force’s NGAD review, especially as the source selection process is ongoing, with a winner expected next year. Similarly to the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Navy is developing a 6th generation fighter jet, called F/A-XX. While the Air Force previously said […] The post U.S.

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Philippine Mars Begins Water Trials

Vintage Aviation News

With the Hawaii Mars now settled at its new permanent home in the British Columbia Aviation Museum, the focus of historic aviation enthusiasts has shifted to the Philippine Mars. On April 25, 2024, the Pima Air and Space Museum (PASM) announced via Facebook that it had acquired the Philippine Mars. Since then, however, little additional information has been released.

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American Adds Its Longest Regional Route

Airline Geeks

American is set to operate its longest regional service next year, which is also a new addition to the carrier’s route network.

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Jetstar unveils brand-new staff uniform as first ever Airbus A320neo arrives

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In an incredibly busy week, low-cost carrier Jetstar has unveiled a brand-new uniform for 6,000 staff members while welcoming its first ever Airbus A320neo aircraft. On November 28, 2024, the Qantas Group subsidiary airline announced that the first of its new next generation Airbus A320neo aircraft arrived at Melbourne Airport (MEL) earlier in the week.

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FAA Grants Airbus A350 Freighter Exit Door Visibility Exemption

Simple Flying

The Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA ) has granted a couple of exemptions for the Airbus A350F cargo aircraft as the European plane maker gears up to introduce the freighter into service in 2026.

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Cairo Airport: Is There A Worse Major Airport?

One Mile at a Time

In the past I’ve written about my favorite airports in the world , though I don’t think I’ve ever shared my least favorite airport in the world, which has to be Cairo International Airport (CAI). I’ve traveled through the airport more times than I can count, and I suppose it’s actually a love-hate relationship, because I keep going back for more. I’m curious if anyone disagrees, and has another major airport that they like less.

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The B-21’s Price Is Decreasing With Over $5 Billion Saved for the First Five Lots

The Aviationist

The insanely costly B-21 Raider program is apparently becoming less expensive, with the projected cost for the first five production lots dropping from $19.1 billion to $13.1 billion, a 28% reduction, amounting to $5.1 billion in savings. In recent years the public has become more and more accustomed to military programs becoming costlier as they […] The post The B-21’s Price Is Decreasing With Over $5 Billion Saved for the First Five Lots appeared first on The Aviationist.

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Rare Dornier Do 17 Wing Section to be Displayed at the RAF Museum

Vintage Aviation News

PRESS RELEASE Plans are underway at the Royal Air Force Museum Midlands for the wing section of an iconic World War II Dornier Do 17 to go on public display in early 2025. Salvaged after more than 70 years submerged beneath the waters of the Goodwin Sands, this rare artifact offers visitors a unique glimpse into the past. Nicknamed the “Flying Pencil” due to its slender fuselage, the Do 17 played a pivotal role in the early stages of World War II and is best remembered for its involv

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United 777-300ERs Return to Newark

Airline Geeks

The airline’s largest aircraft type will return to its Northeast hub next year with regularly-scheduled flights to Europe and the Middle East.

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Hong Kong Airport starts simultaneous three-runway operations for the first time 

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Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) has officially started simultaneous three-runway operations for the first time allowing more aircraft to take off and land together. Construction of the Three-runway System (3RS) began in 2016 and culminated in a special ceremony at the airport on November 28, 2024, where invited guests watched triple runway operations start in real time.

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Argentina Removes Age Limit For Commercial Pilots

Simple Flying

Argentina's aviation regulator has scrapped the country's age cap for commercial pilots, letting them fly for longer without being forced to retire. Previously, the single-pilot age limit was set at 60 years old, while the multi-pilot limit was at 65. Argentina could be followed by other countries in the coming years as international efforts to raise the mandatory pilot retirement age continue.

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