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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.
Bask Bank has introduced a new offer that allows customers to earn 82,500 American Airlines AAdvantage® miles in six months without spending money. The Bask Mileage Savings Account awards 2.5 AAdvantage® miles per dollar saved annually, providing one of the highest returns possible for a savings account that awards miles instead of money.
Garuda Indonesia and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have received approval from the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore (CCCS) for their commercial joint venture agreement. This approval will allow both airlines to enhance their strategic partnership across a range of commercial activities, promising greater benefits for the airlines, as well as Indonesia and Singapore.
People flying while sick and spreading viruses is a significant concern in air travel. A passenger recounted an experience on United Airlines where they contracted a viral infection from a fellow traveler with visibly bright eyes. Another incident involved a Southwest Airlines flight from Baltimore to Las Vegas, where a woman hesitated to board because the man ahead of her was coughing heavily. Despite his efforts to cover his mouth and turn away, she expressed her reluctance but eventually boarded.
When your flight is canceled and you’re stranded overnight, the airline might offer a hotel room. This often depends on whether the delay is deemed their fault—such as mechanical issues or unavailable crew—or beyond their control, like weather or air traffic problems.
In April, British Airways launched a status match offer for U.S. customers, causing significant concern among American Airlines executives. This promotion allowed participants to access American’s Flagship lounges when flying domestically.
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American Airlines is embroiled in prolonged negotiations with its flight attendants, whose contract became amendable four and a half years ago. Since January 2019, flight attendants have not seen an increase in their wage formula, resulting in an approximate 20% erosion in the value of their wages.
Last month, Leonardo UK hosted AeroWomen 2024, the fourth annual conference addressing workplace inequality in aviation. The event provided a platform for women to share their experiences and challenges within the industry.
Thousands of security guards responsible for ensuring the safety of the Paris Olympic Games will strike on June 28, 2024, protesting dangerous working conditions. The strike was publicly announced and declared by the CFDT union to the prefecture. Private security guards generally do not need prior notice, except in airports due to public service requirements, for which a notice has been filed. The demonstration will take place in front of the Ministry of Labor (14 Avenue Duquesne, 75007 PARIS). The CFDT has requested a meeting with the Minister of Labor as part of this...
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