Orlando International: Soaring to the Top as Florida's Busiest Airport

Orlando, Florida, is a city that needs no introduction. Over the decades, the city has grown to become one of the world's most-visited places and is currently the fourth most-visited city in the United States. Orlando's status as the home of two major world-renowned theme parks is part of why it continues seeing so many visitors. The city's continuous popularity has contributed to its main airport, Orlando International, becoming the busiest in Florida. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Ensuring Air Travel Safety: Challenges, Innovations, and Future Perspectives

Air travel safety is paramount in the aviation industry. Rigorous training, cutting-edge technology, and meticulous maintenance procedures ensure that passengers and crew can confidently take to the skies, knowing that their journey is in capable hands. The commitment to safety is unwavering, regardless of the issues faced at hand. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Does Politics Affect International Flights and Tourism?

Aviation benefits society by connecting people, cultures, and businesses across long distances. However, economic and political issues between countries can significantly impact aviation's ability to unite people. Let's take a deeper look at how geopolitical issues affect aviation, through three case studies. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Atlas Air snags ex-Ethihad cargo chief for c-suite role

The heads of Etihad Cargo and Qatar Airways Cargo have left their jobs. (www.freightwaves.com) More...

Youngest female captain in United Airlines history, first female VP of Denver Hub headline "Girls in Aviation Day" at Denver International Airport

When girls in Colorado want to explore a future in aviation they don't have to look far for incredible stories of success. At their annual "Girls in Aviation Day" event, women who help operate the Denver Hub for United Airlines showed off how many career paths their industry provides for girls and women. Recently the airline, Denver's largest private employer, hosted dozens of girls at the United Airlines hangar at Denver International Airport. The girls, from many age… (www.cbsnews.com) More...

Why Green Air Travel Will Save US Corn Farmers From Extinction

For US corn farmers, the rise of green jet fuel is their best hope of staving off an existential threat. With battery-powered cars poised to slash gasoline demand by 2040, corn-ethanol makers need to find new markets, and fast. After all, roughly 40% of the country’s output of the grain is used to make the biofuel that’s blended into gasoline... (www.bloomberg.com) More...

How data unlocks huge benefits in the aviation industry

From the inner workings of an airport and the surrounding airspace to passenger data and the information going back and forth from the flight deck to the airline operations center, the connected aviation ecosystem runs on data. The continuous flow of data is vital for driving progress in aviation. Technologies like machine learning and predictive analytics play a crucial role and enable experts to collect, monitor, and analyze vast amounts of aviation data worldwide. The power lies not just in… (www.collinsaerospace.com) More...

Surf Air Mobility Inc. confirms order for up to 150 Cessna Grand Caravan EX aircraft

Textron Aviation announced Tuesday that Surf Air Mobility Inc. has confirmed its order and paid the deposit for the first 20 Cessna Grand Caravan EX aircraft to be purchased under its previously announced order of up to 100 aircraft. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...

DHL relocates A300 freighters to Europe for better sustainment

DHL Express says the A300 freighters it loans to Air Hong Kong can't get the care they need, so it is moving them to Europe. (www.freightwaves.com) More...

BermudAir Launches Flights To Ft. Lauderdale

BermudAir has launched flights from Bermuda to Ft. Lauderdale, now offering service between the two destinations six times per week. (www.gatechecked.com) More...

FAA Investigates Two JetBlue Planes Hit by Green Lasers near Boston Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently investigating two laser strike incidents involving JetBlue planes near Boston Logan International Airport. These incidents occurred on Thursday morning, and the agency reported that the crews of JetBlue flights 494 and 972 experienced green laser illumination while landing at the airport. (www.airguide.info) More...

China Eastern Launches Wuhan's 1st Taipei Flight Since COVID

After a 3-year and 8-month hiatus, direct flights between Wuhan and Taipei have finally resumed, signaling a positive step towards the swift resumption of cross-strait exchanges. The fully-booked inaugural flight from Taipei to Wuhan carried over 100 prominent figures from Taiwan's political and business sectors. While the number of cross-strait flights is not yet at pre-pandemic levels, the gradual resumption of flights has made travel more convenient. After an interruption of nearly three… (www.msn.com) More...

Air France-KLM to order 50 Airbus A350 aircraft

On September 25, Air France-KLM announced plans to order 50 Airbus A350 long-haul aircraft. The group will also acquire purchase rights for an additional 40 aircraft. The deal includes the A350-900 and A350-100 models, with deliveries between 2026 and 2030. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Ukraine’s SkyUp Receives FAA Permission To Fly Boeing 737s In US Airspace

SkyUp Airlines has received approval to operate flights in US airspace, allowing them to take advantage of the large aviation market through wet lease and charter flights. The approval required clearance from three US regulatory bodies - the Department of Transportation, Transportation Security Administration, and Federal Aviation Administration. The approved aircraft for US airspace are four Boeing 737-800s, previously owned by Malaysia Airlines and Sunwing. SkyUp Airlines has been granted… (www.msn.com) More...

Steelers' team plane forced to make emergency landing on way home from Las Vegas

The Delta Airlines charter from Las Vegas to Pittsburgh touched down at Kansas City International Airport at 3:57 a.m. CT. A person on the plane told Pittsburgh TV station WTAE an oil pressure light went off, prompting the plane to land. (www.usatoday.com) More...

Air France-KLM to Place Order for 50 A350 to Renew Long-Haul Fleet

Air France-KLM picked Airbus SE’s A350 to renew its long-haul fleet, giving the European planemaker a major commercial win over arch-rival Boeing Co. as demand picks up for global travel. The Franco-Dutch group will place an order for 50 of the Airbus A350-900 and the larger A350-1000 model, alongside purchase rights for 40 additional aircraft, according to a statement. First deliveries will start in 2026 and run through to 2030. With the airline group’s existing A350s and those pending, the… (www.msn.com) More...

Wanted: Another school ready for takeoff

LONDONDERRY, N.H. — The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire has opened its search for another high school to start a student plane-building program. Started in partnership with the Manchester School of Technology in 2019, the program gives young people the opportunity to build a real airplane, museum officials noted. Working alongside volunteer mentors, high school students assemble a two-seat all-metal Van’s RV-12iS, a kit-based light sport aircraft. (generalaviationnews.com) More...

Dayton-bound Joby Aviation delivers first aircraft to the Air Force

Joby Aviation, Inc., which plans to launch large-scale manufacturing of electric aircraft in the Dayton area next year, said Monday it has delivered its delivered its first aircraft to the Air Force. The aircraft was delivered to Edwards Air Force Base in California some six months ahead of the expected 2024 delivery date, the Santa Cruz, Calif.-based company said Monday. (www.daytondailynews.com) More...

Major US airports thrown into chaos with flights cancelled thanks to huge storms

Major US airports have been thrown into chaos as severe thunderstorms and poor weather conditions. LaGuardia Airport in New York released a statement Monday morning saying weather conditions have caused flight disruptions. Chicago's O'Hare Airport has also issued a ground stop for arriving flights due to nearby thunderstorms. (www.msn.com) More...

8 injured when JetBlue flight from Ecuador hits severe turbulence as it approaches Fort Lauderdale

A JetBlue flight from Ecuador to Fort Lauderdale hit extreme turbulence while landing in Florida on Monday, injuring seven passengers and a crew member, the airline said in a statement. JetBlue flight 1256 was headed from Guayaquil, Ecuador, to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport for a landing shortly after 5 a.m. when it “experienced sudden severe turbulence as it neared Florida,” the statement said. (www.msn.com) More...

Court Ruling Questions Lufthansa Offshoot Austrian Airlines' Dubious Environmental Claims: Report

In a recent court ruling, Austrian Airlines AG, a subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa AG (OTC: DLAKY), faced backlash for making inaccurate environmental claims, specifically misleading eco-conscious passengers into believing their flights were wholly sustainable. The controversy was sparked earlier this year when an Austrian consumer-protection body filed a lawsuit against Austrian Airlines. The airline's advertising suggested that its flights to an art exhibition in Venice, Italy, would be… (www.msn.com) More...

Niger Bans Air France & All Other French Aircraft From Its Airspace

The Republic of Niger has banned all French aircraft, including Air France, from operating in its airspace, reflecting the wishes of the people. Air France suspended flights to Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso due to safety concerns and now faces further restrictions on its operations in West Africa. Since the reopening of Niger's airspace, some airlines have resumed flights to Niamey, while others have begun flying over the country again, improving connectivity in the region. Nearly four… (www.msn.com) More...

Delta Air Lines Will Finally Cut Its Proposed Portland-Tokyo Haneda Route

Delta Air Lines will not operate its proposed flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Tokyo-Haneda International Airport (HND) after negotiations with the Department of Transportation (DOT) fell through. Delta tried to swap its Haneda landing slot for a different US airport but was unsuccessful. Now, United Airlines is interested in taking on the slot for a service from either Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) or Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM).… (www.msn.com) More...

Air Canada Expands and Modernizes Fleet with 18 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners

Boeing and Air Canada have jointly announced a significant development in the carrier’s plans to modernize and expand its fleet. Air Canada, the nation’s flag carrier, has placed an order for 18 787-10 widebody jets from Boeing, with the option to acquire an additional 12. This move aligns with Air Canada’s broader strategy of reducing carbon emissions while simultaneously expanding its global route network. (www.airguide.info) More...

From Start To Finish: A Day In The Life Of An Aviation Power Plant Engineer

Aviation power plant engineers are vital to a jet engine program’s success and the engines’ continued operability. Whether in the design, manufacturing, testing, or maintenance phase, power plant engineers ensure that engines run within their design limits while complying with aviation safety guidelines. The roles and responsibilities of power plant engineers differ based on the area of work. This article shadows a day in the life of aviation power plant engineers while also covering how some… (simpleflying.com) More...

Global event aims to get more women involved in aviation

Tens of thousands of people are participating in a global event this weekend, aiming to get more girls into aviation. The event is sponsored by “Women in Aviation,” which said it expects nearly 40,000 people to attend one of the local events. One of the local events took place at Flying Cloud Airport in Eden Prairie on Saturday. Attendees had the opportunity to meet female role models, attend career panels, get up close with aircraft, tour the airport and take part in hands-on educational… (kstp.com) More...

Air Force Receives Its First Electric Air Taxi

The Air Force said on Monday that it had received its first electric passenger aircraft capable of taking off and landing vertically, a milestone for the companies that hope to one day sell thousands of such vehicles to serve as air taxis. Joby Aviation, an air taxi start-up, delivered the aircraft to Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California, where the first supersonic flight took place. Air taxis are typically powered by batteries and designed to lift off and land like helicopters, but… (www.nytimes.com) More...

Aviation Africa 2023: How technology is driving efficiency for Africa’s airports

From biometrics and e-visas to smart security screening, data analytics and ensuring more efficient, sustainable operations the innovation and adoption of new technologies is enhancing efficiency and transforming the way passengers travel through airports on the African continent. During a panel session on how airports are facing the future at the 7th Aviation Africa summit held in Abuja, Nigeria last week, airport leaders discussed how technology is taking airports to new heights by… (www.regionalgateway.net) More...

Austrian Airlines 777 to Chicago Declares Emergency

In the last few moments, an Austrian Airlines Boeing 777 between Vienna and Chicago has declared an emergency. (aviationsourcenews.com) More...

Alaska is Retiring its A321neos

The last flight is on Saturday from SEA to LAX, putting Alaska back as an all-Boeing fleet. (www.airlinegeeks.com) More...

Why Airbus A321XLR is the Most Popular Aircraft Among Airlines?

This aircraft offers airlines the flexibility to increase their capacity, open new routes, or maintain service on existing routes, even when passenger demand varies. (aviationa2z.com) More...

1 Hour of Plane Spotting at TOKYO NARITA (1999)

A look at the airlines & aircraft that operated a quarter century ago! (www.youtube.com) More...

No Gear? Could have been much worse in Ottawa.

Airport spokesperson Krista Kealey told CTV News Ottawa a Cessna pilot reporting landing gear issues to the control tower. The airport fire service team and the Ottawa Fire Service were on hand, per standard procedure. The runway was shut down for six hours. (ottawa.ctvnews.ca) More...

Nigeria's Air Peace Demands 'Heathrow Or Nothing'

Air Peace is urging UK authorities to allow slots access at London Heathrow (LHR) and rejected the offer to fly from London Stansted or Gatwick. LHR slots are highly valuable due to its status as one of the busiest aviation hubs globally, offering extensive connectivity and elevating an airline's presence. In congested airports like LHR, the demand for slots far exceeds the limited supply, leading to expensive deals and fierce competition among airlines. Air Peace is urging UK authorities… (www.msn.com) More...

India's aviation authorities say they can't interfere in Akasa dispute

India's aviation authorities have ruled out intervening in a dispute between Akasa Air and its pilots after the budget carrier accused the regulator of inaction, a legal filing shows. Over 40 of Akasa's 450 pilots quit without serving their notice in recent weeks, and the airline has sued some of them and challenged Indian authorities in court for not acting on its requests to deal with alleged pilot "misconduct". The airline has also warned of a shut down due to the crisis. (www.msn.com) More...

FAA Issues New AD on Boeing 737 Fuselage Skin Crack

This cracking occurred just below the S–14R fuselage skin lap splice, precisely where a lower skin panel buckle intersected with the upper skin of the lap splice. (aviationa2z.com) More...

Ilyushin Il-76 crashes at Gao Airport in Mali

An Ilyushin Il-76 aircraft has crashed at Gao Airport in Mali. The aircraft, registered as EW-412TH, is of Belarusian origin and had arrived from Minsk, Belarus the previous day with scheduled departure to Istanbul, Turkey today. (www.aviation24.be) More...

Supersonic Travel: Exploring the the Top 10 Business SST Jets

The return of supersonic travel has long been an enticing prospect, offering the allure of dramatically reduced flight times. While it’s been over half a century since Concorde introduced supersonic travel to the public, no modern commercial airliners currently exceed the speed of sound. However, the convergence of advanced materials, digital engineering, and the financial backing of billionaire entrepreneurs has reignited interest in bringing back supersonic flight. (www.airguide.info) More...

FAA Issues Airworthiness Directive for GE90 Engines on Boeing 777 Aircraft

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has taken action following General Electric’s (GE) discovery of iron inclusion in GE90 engines, which power Boeing 777 aircraft. The FAA has issued a provisional airworthiness directive, highlighting potential safety concerns associated with this issue. (www.airguide.info) More...

jetBlue Expands European Presence with Boston to Amsterdam Flights

American Hybrid airline jetBlue continues to expand its European presence with flights from Boston to Amsterdam. On Wednesday, the New York-based airline inaugurated services from Boston's Logan International Airport (BOS) to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). This announcement marks the airline's third transatlantic service from Boston, with London's Heathrow and Gatwick airports already being served. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

JetBlue Seeks More Routes For A220 Fleet

JetBlue Airways is mulling the future route map to be covered by its growing fleet of Airbus A220s, as the airline takes advantage of the European type’s improved range and economics over its predecessor aircraft. The US carrier currently has 18 A220s in the fleet and expects to take delivery of about 20 more in 2024. The aircraft is replacing Embraer 190s: “With a range of up to 3,350 nautical miles and a 40% lower fuel burn per seat than [our] E190 aircraft, the favorable economics open the… (aviationweek.com) More...

Avion Express A320 Cockpit to Greece🇬🇷 Tunisia🇹🇳 Turkey🇹🇷

Avion Express A320 Cockpit to Greece🇬🇷 Tunisia🇹🇳 Turkey🇹🇷 (www.youtube.com) More...

FAA grants temporary lightning protection exemption for the Boeing 737 MAX 7

The United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Boeing’s petition to temporarily exempt the 737 MAX 7 from lightning protection rules. According to the FAA’s document, Boeing filed the petition on June 29, 2023, with the 737 MAX’s Development Chief Project Engineer Gary Hamatani asking the regulator to exempt the 737 MAX 7 from certain Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) requirements. The company also provided additional documents to the FAA in August 2023 to support its… (www.aerotime.aero) More...

JD Power Rates The Best and Crappiest Airports for 2023

With the pandemic firmly in the rearview mirror and massive capital projects underway at many North American airports, air traveler satisfaction is creeping up, according to the J.D. Power 2023 North American Airport Satisfaction Study. (avgeekery.com) More...

Edelweiss Confirms A340 Retirement

The era of four-engined aircraft is quickly drawing to a close, with another airline confirming the imminent retirement of its quad jets. That airline is Edelweiss and the aircraft concerned is the Airbus A340-300. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Ryanair cuts routes from Dublin home base, says more incentives needed

Ryanair said on Thursday it will cut 17 routes from its winter schedule at its home base in Dublin and allocate 19 new Boeing 737 MAX planes to other European airports that offer incentives to fly quieter, lower CO2 emission aircraft. Ryanair plans to move some of the new MAX aircraft, which Boeing says use 15-20% less fuel and emit 40% less noise, to airports in Spain and Italy, as well as Britain's Luton Airport, Ryanair executive Eddie Wilson told a news conference. (www.msn.com) More...

Hawaiian Airlines logo muse and Miss Hawaii 1964, Leina'ala Drummond, passes away at 77

Leina’ala Ann Teruya Drummond, former Miss Hawaii 1964, accomplished entertainer, businesswoman, and the face representing the unique island girl profile for Hawaiian Airlines' "Pualani of the Sky" has passed away. Born in Pu'unene, Maui, Leina’ala completed her education at Kamehameha Schools, Cannon’s Business College, and successfully finished the Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendant Training program, starting work at 18 years old. (www.kitv.com) More...

With No Winter Slots Air India Cuts Amsterdam Schiphol Flights After 4 Months

Amsterdam will continue to be served four weekly until October 27th It is not yet known if Air India will return next summer, but it is reportedly keen The carrier will operate 13 Europe routes this winter, all by the Boeing 787-8 Air India relaunched Delhi to Amsterdam in June 2023, having last served this route 26 years ago. Despite only operating for four months, it will end on October 27th. This is not due to poor route performance but instead from Air India's inability to secure winter… (www.msn.com) More...

FlightAware Launches Integrated Maps Solutions for Applications and Websites

“Customers have been asking FlightAware for an easy path to integrate the map experience of our flight stories into their digital properties,” said FlightAware president Matt Davis. “Over time, customers will migrate from legacy iFrame solutions to our new Integrated Maps Solutions for greater functionality and will appreciate the ease of integration.” (www.flightaware.com) More...

Man Run Towards Departing TAAG Angola Aircraft In Soyo

Pilots on board a TAAG Angola Airlines aircraft were forced to shut down one of the engines after a man ran towards their aircraft on the runway. (www.gatechecked.com) More...