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Delta Air Lines and United Airlines are preparing for increased demand on flights to Milwaukee for the Republican National Convention (RNC). Delta is offering 17,308 seats between New York LaGuardia and Milwaukee this month. United has added over 25 flights from Washington DC area airports.
Aircraft center of gravity (COG) is crucial for balance and control, with passenger weight distribution playing a significant role. Airlines assign seats based on weight calculations to ensure the COG stays within the manufacturer's parameters for takeoff and landing. Passenger weight distribution is also important during landing, as it affects the aircraft's characteristics and stability.
The ongoing issue of fake service dogs on flights continues to pose challenges for air travel. Despite regulations intended to curb this practice, airlines still depend on passengers to self-certify their animals, allowing larger pets onboard without paying a pet-in-cabin fee or keeping them in carriers. This situation often results in other passengers losing space in already cramped conditions.
Embraer introduces all-black livery with neon-blue accents for its E190F and E195F freighter aircraft. The E190F is set to debut at the 2024 Farnborough Airshow, with P2F conversions targeting middle-distance cargo routes. Embraer projects demand for up to 700 freighter conversions in the next 20 years, offering lower operating costs and larger cargo capacity.
Las Vegas may soon have a new general aviation airport.
Aircraft carriers played a pivotal role in World War II, supporting naval battles and maintaining critical shipping lanes. Today, the United States Navy operates 11 supercarriers, making it the largest operator of such vessels globally. Key engagements like the Battle of Midway and the Battle of the Philippine Sea were significantly influenced by carrier-based aircraft.
Aviramp has secured a significant order to supply special boarding ramps for athletes arriving in France for the Paralympic Games. The company will provide four of its Regional ramps for use at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris as part of a substantial May order book.
Eleven people lost their lives in four business jet accidents worldwide during the first half of 2024, a decrease from 24 fatalities in seven accidents during the same period last year, according to preliminary data from AIN.
Talma, a leading airport services company in Latin America, Aeropuertos del Peru (AdP), and Inmobiliaria Koricancha (IKSA), members of Grupo Sandoval, have been awarded the "Anti-Corruption Certification" by the Association of Empresarios por la Integridad (Businessmen for Integrity). This endorsement extends their "Anti-Bribery Certification" held since 2019. These three Grupo Sandoval companies are the first in Peru to receive this certification, reaffirming their commitment to honesty and transparency throughout their operations.
Portugal's Council of Ministers has approved the acquisition of Embraer's A-29N Super Tucano for its air force. The A-29N offers enhanced features, including single-pilot operations and NATO compliance. This move aims to strengthen Portugal's defense capabilities and enhance its participation in peacekeeping and humanitarian missions.
Coconuts, specifically copra, are banned on flights due to fire risk. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) considers copra a flammable solid, posing safety risks onboard. Modern aircraft have enhanced fire protection measures in cargo compartments.
Prominent aircraft interiors specialists receive significant media attention for their cabin innovations. During a 'media speed networking' event at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX), two new seat concepts from relative newcomers garnered interest.
American Express has introduced a limited-time offer for the Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card. New cardholders can earn 5 Free Night Awards, each valued at up to 50,000 points, after spending $8,000 within the first six months of card membership. This offer ends on July 10.
The pilot of British Airways flight 501 from Lisbon to London Heathrow reported being struck by lightning while on approach to the airport on Sunday. He described the lightning as having “entered [the aircraft] just underneath the flight deck” and said it left via the aircraft’s tail. “We saw it shoot through the cabin,” he noted, an occurrence he had only heard about in stories but never witnessed before.
A shirtless man was captured on video running from police on the tarmac of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) early Saturday morning. The incident occurred around 6 a.m. and involved an American Airlines flight.
A passenger on Delta flight 1245 from Boston to West Palm Beach shared a photo of a flight attendant wearing a Palestine flag pin. This practice appears more common among Delta employees than those of other airlines, despite violating the airline's uniform standards. Delta has not enforced these standards, possibly to avoid controversy during a unionization drive or to prevent alienating customers at their Detroit hub.
On July 7, 2024, a passenger shared a photo of an aircraft with what appeared to be duct tape on its engine, raising concerns about aviation safety. This image highlights a common misunderstanding in aviation regarding the use of speed tape.
An airport lounge is intended to be a place of refuge from the terminal, offering a quiet area to wait, some food, and a complimentary drink. However, recent reports indicate that this experience is being marred by staff at United Clubs soliciting tips.
An American Airlines passenger reported being extorted by a check-in agent in Managua, Nicaragua. The incident occurred during a flight from Managua (MGA) to Miami (MIA). The passenger claimed that the agent demanded a full-price ticket for their infant, insisting it had to be paid in cash.