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News published on Sky Industry News in August 2025

News from August 2025

Airbus has promoted its A350 as the "best office in the sky," emphasizing a range of technological advancements aimed at reducing pilot workload and improving safety.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

Few jet engines have influenced commercial aviation as much as the Rolls-Royce RB211.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

In August 2025, ten airports in the United States are hosting regular Airbus A380 flights, according to data from Cirium Diio.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

Flying by private jet between New York City and Dubai has become a popular option for wealthy travelers seeking flexibility and efficiency.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

American Airlines is seeking to codeshare with Alaska Airlines on new European routes, but the move has raised concerns among American’s pilots’ union.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

A United Airlines Boeing 787-9 operating flight UA1122 from Newark Liberty International Airport to Cape Town was forced to return to its departure airport on August 3rd due to a reported issue with the aircraft's spoiler system.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

Arriving early at the airport does not always guarantee a smooth start to a trip, as long security lines can quickly add stress to the travel experience.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) will close its south parallel runway for six weeks starting August 18, 2025, as it begins the second and final phase of a runway safety improvement project.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

Manual flap handles, often called "Johnson Bars," are mechanical levers that directly control wing flaps using cables and pulleys.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

When booking a flight, passengers on United Airlines’ Boeing 767-300ERs have a range of seat options across four classes: Polaris Business Class, Premium Plus, Economy Plus, and Economy.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has started an investigation after an Air Canada Rouge Airbus A319 landed short of the runway at Nashville International Airport on Thursday.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

The Airbus A380, recognized as the largest passenger aircraft ever produced, was designed to transport between 400 and 600 passengers with a range of up to 8,000 nautical miles.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

A United Airlines passenger lost more than $17,000 in a scam after contacting the airline’s official customer service number to rebook a canceled flight.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

American Airlines is removing seatback entertainment screens from its short-to-medium-haul fleet, specifically retrofitting over 30 legacy Airbus A319s.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

Boeing’s plan to acquire Spirit AeroSystems has moved forward after the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority approved the deal in August 2025, removing one of the final regulatory barriers.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

In 2024, Boeing conducted flight testing of its 777X aircraft at Toluca International Airport (TLC) in Mexico.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

August 14, 2025, marked the eightieth anniversary of Victory in Japan (V-J) Day, commemorating the end of World War II.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

Singapore Airlines is operating its Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners on 26 routes from its hub at Singapore Changi Airport.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

On August 16, 1995, an Air France Concorde set a new speed record for flying around the world, completing the journey in 31 hours, 27 minutes and 49 seconds.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025

The Airbus A380, recognized as the largest commercial aircraft in operation, has established itself on long-haul routes worldwide since its introduction.

Sky Industry News Aug 23, 2025