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News from October 2025
Airports across the United States are undergoing significant improvement projects aimed at addressing increasing passenger demand, operational challenges, and the need for modern infrastructure.
The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has implemented a new policy requiring airlines to enter only "male" or "female" in the sex category when processing passengers.
The cost of operating a Boeing 777 in 2025 is substantial, with several factors influencing the overall expense.
The Boeing 747, often called the "Queen of the Skies," was a major presence in long-haul air travel for decades.
The Airbus A380, known as the world's largest passenger aircraft, requires a significant amount of paint to maintain its appearance and protect its structure.
Emirates remains the leading operator of the Airbus A380, with 116 aircraft in its fleet.
Air bases are essential to a nation's air power, providing the infrastructure needed for aircraft operations, logistics, and rapid response.
Delta Air Lines is moving forward with a plan to enhance the efficiency and performance of its fleet by installing Split Scimitar Winglets on its Boeing 737-800 and 737-900ER aircraft.
Last week, the United States government put forward a proposal to ban Chinese airlines that use Russian airspace on their flights to and from the US.
The United States air travel market is led by three major airlines: American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines.
Boeing has reportedly started the initial phases of designing a new single-aisle aircraft, according to The Wall Street Journal.
When passengers board an aircraft, they may notice that the cabin lights are dimmed before takeoff and landing.
The Boeing 777X is set to bring significant changes to both airlines and passengers with its new cabin architecture and technological advancements.
The United States Air Force (USAF) has the largest number of pilots in the world, with an estimated 14,486 pilots, according to figures referenced from previous reporting by Simple Flying.
Cirium, an aviation data analytics platform, has released its forecast for the global aircraft market over the next two decades.
Emirates, the largest operator of the Airbus A380, has recently purchased ownership of an A380 it was already leasing from Stratos, a move that shifts legal ownership but does not add a new aircraft to its fleet.
A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 diverted to Salt Lake City International Airport on October 16, 2025, after an object struck and cracked the cockpit windshield while cruising at 36,000 feet.
Qatar Airways, one of the leading airlines in the Middle East, continues to operate a diverse fleet as it serves its global network from Doha Hamad International Airport.
In October, several airlines are operating some of the shortest scheduled flights using the Airbus A350, a widebody aircraft more commonly associated with long-haul travel.
The Boeing 737 MAX program, once marked by controversy and tragedy, is no longer widely seen as a total failure, though its recovery remains delicate.