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The B-1B Lancer, capable of reaching supersonic speeds of over 900 mph (Mach 1.2), holds 50 world records for speed, payload, range, and time of climb. It can carry a significant payload, including 59,000 lb (26,761 kg) of ordnance on six external hardpoints and a 75,000-lb (34,109 kg) payload in its internal weapons bays. The aircraft is also capable of carrying up to 24 AGM-158 JASSM cruise missiles.
A JetBlue passenger is suing the airline for $1.5 million after allegedly suffering "disfiguring burns" when hot water was spilled on her during turbulence. The incident occurred on May 15th aboard JetBlue Flight 2237 from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Bradley International Airport (BDL) in Hartford, Connecticut.
On May 28, American Airlines announced that Chief Commercial Officer Vasu Raja would be exiting in June. His employment officially ended on June 30.
An air tour helicopter crashed off the Hawaiian island of Kauai on Thursday, resulting in one fatality and leaving two individuals missing, according to state officials.
Delta Air Lines confirmed during its second-quarter earnings call a plan to introduce 'basic business' class. This move follows their previous strategy of unbundling economy class, where basic economy tickets do not allow changes or mileage-earning and do not include seat selection. Delta aims to maximize revenue by similarly unbundling business class features.
Emirates has been recognized for its Premium Economy service, winning the title of Best Premium Economy product in the world at the recent Airline Ratings Excellence Awards. Known for its commitment to service and comfort, Emirates offers a significant upgrade from its Economy class with this cabin option.
It is always a sad moment when an aircraft is damaged beyond repair and has to be written off. This typically happens as a result of being involved in an accident while in airline service. However, for one very unfortunate Airbus A340, it didn’t even reach delivery before this happened. Let’s take a closer look back at the events of November 15th, 2007.
Gulfstream Aerospace has officially inaugurated its expanded service center at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport in Georgia.
Walter Beech co-founded Beech Aircraft Company in 1932, creating notable aircraft such as the Model 17 Staggerwing. The Staggerwing had unique features including multiple sets of wings and was favored by business executives and the military. It featured a retractable landing gear and Pratt & Whitney engine, with various variants sold and used in air races.
Owners and potential aircraft buyers are increasingly interested in sharing ownership of an aircraft with at least one other person.
Bombardier is showcasing a full-size cabin mockup of its Challenger 3500 at the private terminal of Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport in Italy.
Delta Air Lines posted record-breaking revenues in Q2 2024, though cost growth outpaced revenue growth. The airline's net profit was 11% lower, with the president indicating that capacity growth would decelerate going forward. Delta has maintained its full-year guidance initially presented during its Q1 2024 results announcement.
Global business jet activity last week mirrored the levels seen a year ago, according to WingX, a JetNet subsidiary.
GE Aerospace announced yesterday it has successfully demonstrated a new hypersonic dual-mode ramjet. Developing ramjet technology is a pathway to enabling “high-speed flight and longer range across numerous multi-mission aircraft,” according to GE.
The future of the NGAD program, specifically its manned fighter component, is uncertain and faces significant challenges. The high cost of developing and procuring NGAD jets raises questions about the program's viability. General Kenneth S. Wilsbach, head of the US Air Force's Air Combat Command, has indicated that the manned sixth-generation fighter under the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program may not replace the F-22 Raptor.
Safran Helicopter Engines has entered into a significant support-by-the-hour contract with Airbus Helicopters for the engines powering the German Bundeswehr's new fleet of Airbus H145M helicopters. This Support-By-the-Hour (SBH) agreement encompasses in-service support and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) for over 124 Arriel 2E engines, extending from the helicopter's entry into service until 2030. This new contract complements existing SBH agreements already in place for engine support for the German forces' H145M LUH SOF and H145 LUH SAR helicopters.
Alaska Airlines introduces 18 new routes for winter, expanding to adventure destinations, ski resorts, and sunny locales in the US and internationally. The new connections include three new destinations: Vail, La Paz, and Monterrey, Mexico, providing a range of options for winter travelers and vacationers. Sunseekers can look forward to new beach routes to Costa Rica and Mexico, with Liberia, Guadalajara, Los Cabos, and Puerto Vallarta among the sunny destinations.
United flight 762 from Miami to Newark was diverted to Orlando on Tuesday after a woman on board bit a flight attendant and hurled profanities at fellow passengers.
Joby announced earlier this week it has successfully completed a 523-mile flight of its hydrogen-electric concept aircraft. The flight occurred on June 24 over Marina, California, and included vertical takeoff and landing capability.