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News from July 2024
Qatar Airways unveiled its new Qsuite business class seats at the Farnborough Airshow, marking one of the more elaborate presentations on the first day of the event. The airline's new chief executive introduced the updated Qsuite on a large turntable, accompanied by an AI flight attendant displayed on a screen and several real-life flight attendants.
Two people have died after a Lancair Super ES aircraft crashed two miles south of Wittman Regional Airport during the opening day of EAA AirVenture on Monday, July 22.
Delta Air Lines has been grappling with significant operational disruptions since Friday, resulting from a widespread system failure caused by CrowdStrike. While other airlines have managed to recover, Delta continues to face substantial challenges.
Airbus and Airports Council International (ACI) World have signed a cooperation agreement to support the industry’s efforts to reduce the environmental impact of aviation.
Boeing has projected a need for 2.4 million new aviation professionals over the next two decades, according to its 2024 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) announced on July 22 at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Joby Aviation is showcasing its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi at the Farnborough International Airshow this week, marking its first appearance in Europe.
Justin Brennan has recently joined Power Stow as Vice President of Sales for Power Stow Americas. Brennan will collaborate closely with Ben Reeves, Ken Brown, Michael Magnotti, and the rest of the Power Stow team to ensure success in the Americas region, focusing on new markets and customers.
Aircraft MRO provider StandardAero is celebrating six decades of its support for the Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 turboprop engine series. In 1964, Dallas Airmotive—which was acquired by StandardAero in 2021—was the first independent maintenance provider to sign an agreement with the Canadian engine maker to service the PT6A, which had just received Canadian and U.S. certification the previous year. Today, the powerplant family encompasses more than 70 models with output ranging from 500 shp to nearly 2,000 shp.
De Havilland Canada (DHC) has secured an order for seven Dash 8-400 aircraft and launched a new refurbishment program for its global turboprop fleet at the Farnborough Airshow 2024. The company confirmed sales of one of the large turboprops to Skyward Express, another to Tanzania's Government Flight Agency, and two to Wideroe Airlines of Norway. Additionally, DHC signed a deal to supply a quick-change freighter kit to Advantage Air.
Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. and Bridgestone Corporation have expanded the application of tire wear prediction technology to implement scheduled tire replacement operations for large jet aircraft, including the Airbus A350-900, which has been operated by JAL since May 2024.
Autonomous technology developed in the UK has received significant German endorsement following a demonstration at Stuttgart Airport.
United Airlines has selected Honeywell Aerospace Technologies to provide a range of avionics for 737 Max jets scheduled to enter service over the next decade. The new cockpit equipment includes advancements such as the industry's only 3D weather radar, new 25-hour flight data recorders, and advanced traffic avoidance systems.
Over the next 20 years, Boeing projects a continued significant demand for aviation personnel as the global commercial airplane fleet expands. The company's 2024 Pilot and Technician Outlook (PTO) indicates that the industry will require nearly 2.4 million new professionals to support the growing commercial fleet and meet the long-term increase in air travel.
Air France has announced the expansion of its Air France Smart Connect platform to include Swiss railways CFF/SBB, enabling customers to book combined tickets for flights and train journeys. This service extension offers connectivity between Air France-operated flights and train services to six Swiss cities.
A United Airlines Boeing 737-900ER aircraft was diverted back to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) due to cabin pressurization issues on July 3, 2024. The incident occurred approximately an hour after take-off during a scheduled flight UA 343 from Chicago O'Hare to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). The aircraft descended to 10,000 feet and landed safely at ORD.
For almost a year, Air France customers have been able to drop off and check in their baggage at locations in Paris and the Paris region before arriving at the airport. Now, the company is also offering a new baggage delivery service to an address in the greater Paris region upon arrival of their flight.
On June 26, 2024, Lufthansa launched a new group airline, Lufthansa City Airlines. The official statements from the company emphasized that this move was intended to strengthen its long-haul hubs at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Munich Airport (MUC). However, the pilots' union Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) criticized the decision, alleging it was made to circumvent agreements with the union that included operational restrictions on Lufthansa CityLine.
A pilot’s business is with the wind, and with the stars, with night, with sand, with the sea. He strives to outwit the forces of nature. He stares with expectancy for the coming of the dawn in a way a gardener awaits the coming of spring. He looks forward to port as a promised land, and truth for him is what lives in the stars.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is a major US airport, the second-largest in the New York City area after JFK. United Airlines dominates EWR, but competitors like American, Delta, and Spirit Airlines have a significant presence. Spirit Airlines is the second-largest airline at EWR, offering an extensive ULCC network, including unique transcontinental routes.
Extra Aircraft unveiled one of the first U.S. models of its single-seat aerobatic Extra 330SX on Monday at IAC headquarters during EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh.