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News from July 2024
November 1-3 marks this year's ZorkFest in Las Vegas. Last year, the event took place in Reno, which was less convenient but still offered a beautiful setting. The sessions were held in a suite with historical significance, as it was where a future President first interacted with a porn star who later became widely known.
Air New Zealand has responded to a petition in the City of New Plymouth, North Island, which considered banning g-string bikinis from public pools. The airline has added flights to the South Pacific, promoting "freedom of choice" in swimwear.
A Spirit Airlines flight from California to Las Vegas experienced significant delays, leading to a breakdown among gate agents and frustration among passengers. One agent, attempting to manage the situation, addressed the crowd: "Everybody’s attention right now! Right now! Alright, now, [do you all] wanna get on this flight or not?" She continued, expressing her frustration: "Everyone’s gonna shut up and we’re gonna say this once, and we’ll only gonna say this again ’cause we’re frustrated as hell!" The specific cause of her anger was unclear, but it prompted a strong...
The standard allowable time for evacuating an aircraft under FAA and European rules is 90 seconds. Airlines must simulate these evacuations to demonstrate that their plane configurations make this possible. In an emergency, people need to exit an aircraft quickly.
AirlineRatings.com Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas appeared on Channel 9 News to discuss the new Qantas Perth to Paris nonstop flight.
A close call between two regional jets that came within several hundred feet of each other over New York has caught the attention of federal investigators.
Geoffrey Thomas, Editor-in-Chief of AirlineRatings.com, appeared on global Ticker News to discuss the supply chain issues impacting Boeing. Thomas stated that these issues are global and affect many industries beyond aviation.
American Airlines will discontinue its third daily Los Angeles to London Heathrow roundtrip starting October 27, 2024, coinciding with the beginning of the IATA winter season. Additionally, the airline will suspend service from Phoenix to London Heathrow for the winter season, from October 27, 2024, through March 28, 2025. These changes are expected to be reflected in the schedule this weekend.
When you hear stories about an aircraft 'losing an engine,' you probably think of the loss being in terms of engine power due to some sort of fault or malfunction. But what about when an aircraft physically loses an engine by detaching from it altogether? Such an incident occurred in January 1990, involving a Northwest Airlines 727 en route from Miami to Minneapolis.
The Farnborough International Airshow is now in touching distance. This year's show will be the first sold-out event in decades. Simple Flying catches up with Gareth Rogers, CEO of the Airshow, for a sneak peek at what's in store.
The first Qantas non-stop flight between Perth and Paris took off at 7:53 pm local time and is due to land in the French capital ahead of schedule at 5:45 am – 55 minutes early.
AirAsia X provided a comfortable and affordable flight experience from Bali to Malaysia, with a 3-3-3 seating configuration and meal options. The Garuda Indonesia business lounge offered a tranquil start to the journey, while the A330 aircraft had limited in-flight entertainment for longer flights. AirAsia's low-cost carrier model maintains value and satisfaction, making budget travel accessible and enjoyable for regional journeys.
A Horizon Air flight attendant has filed a lawsuit against the airline, alleging that it failed to protect her from repeated sexual assault incidents involving two pilots. The plaintiff, identified as J.B., claims that the harassment occurred over a five-month period while she was new to the job.
The results of last week's poll regarding the continuation of comments on AVweb have been tallied. Despite a narrow majority voting to turn off comments, the decision has been made to keep them active. This choice reflects a commitment to maintaining an open dialogue with readers, as well as recognizing the value that reader feedback brings to the publication.
Amid summer travel, US airports are experiencing increased passenger numbers. Washington Dulles, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Boise, and San José are the top five airports with the fewest delays. These airports offer diverse flight options and are served by several airlines.
Europe and the United States could face summer air travel delays caused by weather, airspace closures, and staff shortages. Last summer's air traffic issues, such as near collisions in the US, may recur this year. Europe saw 48% more flight delays in 2023 due to adverse weather, posing challenges for summer 2024.
Ethiopian Airlines offers an extensive European network and a generous baggage allowance for short flights. The flight fare was under $150, a snack was served, and legroom was generous despite online check-in issues. The Boeing 787-9 provides a comfortable ride, despite outdated seats and a glitchy in-flight entertainment system (IFE). The crew was efficient, and the food service was well-received.
Flying is systematic and planned - no hasty decisions. Pilots don't fly fast - rules followers, structurally limited. Pilots make announcements out of necessity, not enjoyment.
Vietjet plans to establish a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Laos, creating up to 2,500 new jobs in the aviation sector. Vietjet Thailand operated its first flight with sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), aiming to reduce CO2 emissions by 153,000 tons by 2030. The airline aims to use 1% SAF by 2026 and 5% by 2030, aligning with Thailand's goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
For anyone who has flown, it is well-known that every airport has a unique three-letter code associated with it. From tickets to barcoded luggage tags to boarding passes, these IATA-administered codes are ubiquitous. A significant portion of the world’s airports have codes that make sense in relation to their respective city or historical name. However, Canadian airport codes begin with the letter Y. The reason behind this lies in Canada's history and its aviation system.