News from September 2025
When comparing the Lockheed C-5 Galaxy and the Boeing C-17 Globemaster III, it is clear that both aircraft play vital but distinct roles in US military logistics and global mobility.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport sees record-long flights led by Qantas and American Airlines
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is set to see a significant number of long-haul flights in 2025, according to data obtained by Simple Flying from Cirium.
Embraer has announced plans to increase its commercial aircraft production to 100 units per year by 2028.
Lufthansa is set to expand the use of its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft on routes between Germany and the United States this winter.
Delta Air Lines is preparing for the retirement of its aging Boeing 717 fleet, a move that could see the Airbus A220 take on a more prominent role within the airline’s operations.
Qantas has opened bookings for its first commercial flights using the new Airbus A321XLR aircraft.
August 2025 marked a milestone for Etihad Airways, as the airline carried more than two million passengers in a single month for the first time.
Kenia Nazario, an employee of Flying Food Group, has raised concerns about the health coverage provided through UNITE HERE Local 11.
Amazon has announced that its Prime Air drones now feature Safe Contingent Landing, a capability allowing missions to conclude early with controlled landings if conditions change unexpectedly.
Amazon has announced the delivery of more than 50 million meals to over 200,000 families in the United States and the United Kingdom since 2020.
The Flying Food Group recently held its Annual Picnic 2025, bringing together employees from both the EWR and ZEW facilities.
Cathay Pacific will resume non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Seattle starting March 30, 2026.
Etihad Airways, based in Abu Dhabi, has seen significant growth in its fleet over the past three years.
On September 7, a Westjet Boeing 737-800 experienced a right main landing gear collapse while landing at Sint Maarten.
Adelaide Airport will see an increase in flights from Malaysia Airlines, with services from Kuala Lumpur International Airport set to become daily.
Avelo Airlines has entered into an agreement to acquire up to 100 Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, marking the largest order in its history and making it the first U.S. airline to operate this type of jet.
US airlines are operating significantly more domestic flights with the Boeing 767 this September compared to the same period last year, according to data from Cirium.
JetBlue has completed the retirement of its Embraer E190 aircraft, ending nearly 20 years of service for the type in its fleet.
Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury has stated that the company remains on course to meet its 2025 aircraft delivery targets, despite ongoing challenges related to engine shortages and supply chain delays.
Lockheed Martin has received a $56.4 million contract to upgrade countermeasure receivers on the B-2 Spirit bomber.