To avoid strike, Boeing promises 25% pay hike—and to build next jet in Seattle

Boeing is hoping to avoid a strike Friday with a tentative deal reached Sunday with the Machinists union representing 33,000 of its West Coast employees fighting for better wages and working conditions. If Boeing employees agree to the deal in a vote Thursday, their new contract will provide the "largest-ever general wage increase" in the company's history, Boeing Commercial Airplanes president and CEO Stephanie Pope said in a press release. (arstechnica.com) More...

14 Hours Of Bird Screeches On Qatar Airways Business Class Flight

When you buy a business class ticket, you probably expect nice service, delicious food, and an overall comfortable experience. While this should certainly be guaranteed, a Qatar Airways flight from Miami to Doha seemed to have issues delivering this promise. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Air Canada could begin suspending flights next weekend as strike deadline nears

Air Canada is finalizing plans to suspend most of its operations, likely beginning Sunday, as talks with the pilot union near an impasse over "inflexible" wage demands, the country's largest airline said on Monday. The airline and its low-cost subsidiary Air Canada Rouge are preparing to gradually suspend flights over three days, potentially starting as early as Sept. 15. The carriers operate nearly 670 flights daily. Unless an agreement is reached, the carrier or the union are… (www.cbc.ca) More...

Working Iowa: Coe College to start aviation program

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) - A new aviation management program in Cedar Rapids is set to take flight next fall. Aviation jobs are in great demand, with around 16,800 openings on average each year according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. It’s a need Coe College plans to help fill by offering a new concentration on aviation management through its business administration major. ”A student completing the program along with the flight certification would be a commercially certified pilot… (www.kcrg.com) More...

Qantas adds freighter capacity to meet rising transport demand in Asia

The Qantas cargo division is modernizing and growing its freighter fleet. (www.freightwaves.com) More...

United Faces Federal Discrimination Lawsuit

The EEOC files lawsuit against the airline alleging supervisor called employee racial slur. (airlinegeeks.com) More...

JetBlue Begins Subsidized Air Service

The new route is one of the most expensive within the federal government's Essential Air Service (EAS) program. (airlinegeeks.com) More...

Air Belgium Faces Imminent Bankruptcy After Sichuan Airlines Pulls Out Of Potential Investment

Air Belgium has two weeks to secure a new investor to solve financial problems. A deal with Sichuan Airlines fell through, while an unknown investor remains. The potential investor wants government support, which is reluctant given financial struggles for multiple years. Air Belgium has just two weeks left to figure out a solution or that could be the end of the line. According to local media reports, the carrier is coming to the end of its bankruptcy protection program which it has benefitted… (simpleflying.com) More...

Goodbye: Delta Air Lines Retires Boeing 767-300ER That Lost Emergency Slide Over New York

Delta Air Lines bid farewell to one of its Boeing 767-300ERs last month. After more than 30 years of service, this particular aircraft made a name for itself when one of its emergency slides flew off earlier this year. The plane was subsequently repaired, and several flights were performed safely after the incident. However, Delta has now decided on its fate as it sits on the ground in San Bernardino, California. (simpleflying.com) More...

EasyJet Pilots Will Fly Virgin Atlantic Airbus A350s

EasyJet and Virgin Atlantic have partnered in a pilot exchange program, which will see some EasyJet pilots join Virgin Atlantic to experience a long haul, wide body flying secondment. (onemileatatime.com) More...

Boeing’s Bad Year Is About To Get Worse

The embattled plane maker may be heading for a damaging strike with its biggest union, which wants a rich new contract – and a bigger say in how the company is run. (www.forbes.com) More...

Boeing Starliner’s Future Is Unclear, Even After Safe Landing

Boeing’s troubled spacecraft has finally come home, but the two NASA astronauts who traveled in it to the International Space Station in June remain in orbit. (uk.news.yahoo.com) More...

Iraq orders 12 Airbus helicopters

Airbus Helicopters has been awarded a contract for 12 H225M multi-role helicopters by the Republic of Iraq. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...

Beijing to New York in 2 Hours? China's Hypersonic Plane Could be Flying as Soon as 2035

China is planning to build a full-size prototype for a hypersonic jet. See where the project is going and how this new plane might stack up to the Concorde. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Wizz Air unveils first Airbus A321XLR route

The ultra-low-cost Hungarian airline Wizz Air has unveiled details about the carrier’s first Airbus A321XLR route at a special event in Italy. (www.aerotime.aero) More...

Six injured as Turkish Airlines Boeing 777 hit by turbulence approaching Taiwan

A Turkish Airlines flight en route from Istanbul to Taipei in Taiwan encountered severe turbulence shortly before it landed at Taipei. Although the aircraft, a Boeing 777, landed four passengers and two crew members were reportedly injured (www.aerotime.aero) More...

After 72 Years, United Airlines Just Made a Bittersweet Announcement. It All Ends This Month

This is a story about United Airlines, the march of time, and maybe a bit of nostalgia. We need context. Our story begins in 1952, when Pan Am, the big U.S. airline of that era, introduced the world's first airline-published inflight magazine. The idea was a hit, and almost every other airline copied it. A few years later, there were many different airline magazine titles around the world, sometimes running hundreds of pages per issue. Passengers devoured them, even as they also developed a… (www.inc.com) More...

Junkers’ comeback: How a luggage magnate brought back a legendary aviation brand

Visitors to the Sun’n Fun 2024 Aerospace Expo, which took place in April 2024 in Lakeland, Florida, came across an aircraft that looked like straight of the 1920s. The aircraft in question certainly looked the part, but it didn’t come out of a museum or some heritage flight formation, nor had it traveled through time. It was, in fact, a newly built plane. The Junkers A50 Heritage has, in fact, been designed to recreate, to the smallest detail, the look and feel of the aircraft of that era,… (www.aerotime.aero) More...

FAA Proposes Checks Of Pilot Seats On Boeing 767 Planes

The FAA is proposing inspections of Boeing 767 pilot seats to prevent unexpected movement. (simpleflying.com) More...

A Day in the LAM Q-400 Cockpit across Mozambique

A Day in the LAM Dash 8 Q-400 Cockpit across Mozambique (www.youtube.com) More...

How Starlink and Others are Going to Supercharge Airplane Wi-Fi

The WSJ tested out @SpaceX's Starlink Wifi on an Airplane and was blown away: "It was like working from home, but home is an airplane seat. Google Docs, slack web browsing, Spotify, it all kept up the whole time and there were no dropped connections." (www.youtube.com) More...

DOT Launches Probe Into Four Major U.S. Airlines' Frequent Flyer Programs

Frequent flyer programs are great ways for airlines to build customer trust and loyalty. If you're a frequent traveler on U.S. domestic flights, you might be annoyingly familiar with the constant credit card and mileage program pitches on each flight. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Possible Flight Deviation over the White House (Video)

By none other than Donald Trump's/JDVance's 737...... (www.youtube.com) More...

Flight engineer reveals what it was really like to operate supersonic jet Concorde

As the flight engineer, it was Hazelby’s job to operate the controls – to make the adjustments needed to ensure the aircraft safely punched through the sound barrier to reach speeds of over Mach 2. That first day, Hazelby looked at the floor to ceiling panel and felt “very nervous.” Flight engineer colleagues had warned him Concorde duties were all consuming – he’d barely have time to eat or drink a cup of coffee for the duration of the flight. (www.cnn.com) More...

Czech Airlines to End Operations in October After 101 Years of Flying

After a century of flying, CSA Czech Airlines called it a career after first opening on October 26, 1923. The airline will close its doors one day after its 101st anniversary — October 27, 2024. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

American Airlines Diverts Flight Due to Vaping First-Class Passenger

On Tuesday, an American Airlines flight from Milwaukee to Dallas-Fort Worth had to make a stop in Tulsa after an altercation between attendants and an unnamed passenger who refused to stop vaping in his first-class seat. Authorities had to get involved for the AA1733 flight to resume. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Explore the Evolution of Engineering: A Trail Through Aviation and Aerospace on Long Island

When you arrive at the Cradle of Aviation Museum, grab your visitor guide and embark on our Engineering Trail! This trail showcases the innovation and advancement of engineering as you explore key artifacts in each gallery. Discover how engineering has evolved in aviation and aerospace on Long Island. Can you find them all? (www.iloveny.com) More...

Croatian airports add over a million passengers as Ryanair dominates market

Croatian airports saw a notable surge in passenger numbers between January and July, with over a million additional travellers compared to the same period last year. The growth was primarily driven by the strong performance of Zagreb, Dubrovnik, and Zadar airports. A factor contributing to this increase was Ryanair's expansion in both the Croatian capital and Zadar, alongside the airline's new base opening in Dubrovnik. These developments have boosted air traffic across the country,… (www.exyuaviation.com) More...

Defunct Hawaiian cargo airline reimburses workers for unpaid wages

Transair is out of the airline business due to safety issues, but it's parent company is still operating. (www.freightwaves.com) More...

Airline rewards programs under scrutiny by U.S.

The U.S. is investigating whether major airlines have unfairly devalued customers' frequent flier points, part of a broader probe into potentially fraudulent, deceptive or anticompetitive practices. Why it matters: Rewards points earned on trips or from using an airline's branded credit card are an important form of currency that travelers may redeem for flights, upgrades and other products and services. But the airlines have sole power to determine how much they are worth. Driving the… (www.msn.com) More...

Airbus A330neo Tops Widebody Orders with 57 New Aircraft Since July

The Airbus A330neo has become the most ordered widebody aircraft in recent weeks, securing 57 firm orders and 60 additional options since the July Farnborough Airshow. With orders from four major customers, the re-engined A330 is seeing a resurgence, raising questions about its growing popularity in the competitive widebody market. (airguide.info) More...

Nigerian Airlines Banned from US Flights After FAA Safety Status Lapse

Nigerian airlines have been barred from operating flights to the United States following a lapse in their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Category One safety status. This restriction, effective immediately, is the result of Nigeria’s airlines failing to maintain direct flights to the US for over two years, as mandated by the FAA’s International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Program. (airguide.info) More...

Unruly Airplane Behavior Down 80%: Travel Insider Explains Why

Air travel chaos surged during the pandemic, with nearly 6,000 unruly passenger incidents reported in 2021. From screaming matches to fistfights, the skies felt more like a battleground. Fortunately, recent data from the FAA reveals a significant improvement. In 2024, air rage incidents are down 80%, with only 1,240 cases reported so far. (airguide.info) More...

Airbus and Rolls-Royce to Brief Airlines on Cathay Pacific A350 Engine Incident

Airbus and Rolls-Royce are set to break their silence by briefing airlines on the recent Cathay Pacific Airbus A350 engine issue, according to sources. This follows an engine emergency that led Cathay Pacific to ground 15 of its 48 A350s for fuel line repairs. The incident involved a Rolls-Royce XWB-97 engine on a flight from Hong Kong to Zurich, which was forced to return due to a fuel leak. (airguide.info) More...

EASA Orders ‘Precautionary’ A350 Engine Inspections

The European aviation regulator is planning to issue an order requiring operators to inspect Airbus A350 engines. (airlinegeeks.com) More...

Avianca 787 cockpit landing at London Heathrow

Approach & landing on runway 27R at London Heathrow Airport in the cockpit of Avianca's Boeing 787-8 (www.youtube.com) More...

Boeing Starliner Set to Leave Space Station Without Its Crew

The troubled spacecraft is scheduled to undock on Friday for a trip back to Earth while two NASA astronauts will stay in orbit. (www.nytimes.com) More...

IATA Welcomes Abolition of Swedish Aviation Tax

Geneva - The International Air Transport Association welcomed the announcement from the Swedish government that it will abolish the country’s aviation tax as of 1st of July 2025. The tax, which charges passengers between SEK76-504 (USD7.4-49, EUR6.7-44) depending on destination, is a drag on Swedish economic competitiveness while making no positive environmental impact. (www.iata.org) More...

Asian airlines equip 777 cargo jets with sharkskin system to reduce drag

ANA and EVA Air are pioneering the use of the new AeroShark technology. (www.freightwaves.com) More...

Air New Zealand ATR 72-600 Engine Catches Fire Before Landing At Wellington Airport

Passengers on board an Air New Zealand flight heading into Wellington on Sunday were in for a shock after the left engine of their aircraft caught fire moments before touch down. (www.gatechecked.com) More...

Busy night approach into Dubai in cockpit of A330NEO

Busy night approach into Dubai in cockpit of Airbus A330-900neo (www.youtube.com) More...

Swiss Airline forced to rebalance planes because first class seats are too heavy

Swiss – Switzerland’s flag carrier – is having to make alterations to some of its aircraft because new first class seats, due to be installed as a much needed revamp, are proving to be too heavy. (www.cnn.com) More...

FlightAware 2024 Intern Summer Projects

This summer, FlightAware welcomed five interns from various parts of the country. These interns worked closely with our engineering team on their projects, achieving remarkable results that they later showcased to the entire company. Throughout their time with us, they also connected through social events and engaged in tech and career development discussions led by our engineers. We’re excited to share the outcomes of their efforts and spotlight their achievements. - Samantha T. (flightaware.engineering) More...

Qantas Adds New U.S. Route

The airline says it expects to add over 40,000 more seats to the U.S. market per year. (airlinegeeks.com) More...

U.S. Seizes Venezuelan President’s Jet, Transfers It to Florida

The United States has seized a Dassault Falcon 900EX, used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, in the Dominican Republic and transferred the aircraft to Florida. This action, announced by the U.S. Department of Justice on September 2, 2024, marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between the U.S. and the Maduro regime. (airguide.info) More...

Cathay Pacific Identifies 15 Airbus A350s Needing Engine Repairs

Cathay Pacific has confirmed that 15 of its Airbus A350 aircraft require repairs following a fleet-wide inspection initiated after an engine component failure. The inspections, which began on September 2, 2024, covered all 48 of the airline’s Airbus A350s—comprising 30 A350-900s and 18 A350-1000s. (airguide.info) More...

Spirit Airlines Furloughs 74 Fewer Pilots Than Initially Projected

Spirit Airlines recently announced the furlough of 186 pilots, 74 fewer than the 260 initially projected. This move comes as the airline struggles with financial challenges, including a second-quarter net loss of nearly $193 million. The decision to furlough fewer pilots than anticipated may provide some relief, as Spirit aims to save millions amid ongoing operational issues. (airguide.info) More...

Airlines must monitor vapour trails under new EU climate rules

Airlines operating flights from European airports will soon have to report the estimated climate impact of vapour trails from jet engines to the European Commission, as well as the amount of carbon dioxide they emit annually. The airline industry had lobbied hard against the new rules — adopted by government delegates behind closed doors on Friday (30 August) — saying there wasn't enough research data on the effects of contrails. But the European Commission, while acknowledging “inherent… (www.euronews.com) More...

Scandinavian Airlines Officially Joins SkyTeam, Exits Star Alliance

On May 14th, 1997, five airlines formed a new airline network called “Star Alliance.” The alliance called itself “The Airline Network for Earth,” supported by these five airlines representing three different continents. These five founding members consisted of Air Canada, United Airlines, Lufthansa, Thai Airways, and Scandinavian Airlines. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Passenger Makes Bread at 35,000 Feet on Long-Haul American Airlines Flight

Add bread-making to the list of things one can do thousands of feet in the air on a commercial flight. This impressive feat was done on August 18 on an overseas flight. (aeroxplorer.com) More...