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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.
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.
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.
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.
AirlineRatings.com Editor-in-Chief Geoffrey Thomas appeared on Channel 9 News to discuss the new Qantas Perth to Paris nonstop flight.
American Airlines is a major global carrier with a rich history and extensive route network. The airline has faced financial challenges but has overcome them through mergers and acquisitions. American has made numerous industry firsts and has a large fleet with numerous heritage liveries.
Basic economy tickets on American Airlines come with disadvantages, such as unfavorable boarding positions and limited flexibility. Earning frequent flyer miles and status is less fruitful with basic economy tickets compared to standard economy tickets. Basic economy passengers on American Airlines face high baggage fees and cannot choose their seats without incurring a fee.
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced a significant investment in the nation's airport infrastructure, allocating $289 million in funding to upgrade 129 airports across the United States. This initiative is part of the broader Investing in America agenda, aiming to enhance airport efficiency, capacity, and sustainability amid a surge in travel demand.
The Sri Lankan government announced that it will restructure SriLankan Airlines instead of selling a minority stake, following a lack of suitable bids from interested parties. Despite efforts to make the airline more attractive by absorbing some of its debt, the government found none of the proposals satisfactory.
JetBlue Mosaic members can now match their status with four major airlines: Flying Blue, Alaska Airlines MVP, AAdvantage on American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines A-list. The benefits of these status matches include accelerated earn rates, priority check-in and boarding, access to lounges, and complimentary seating upgrades.
Airlines demonstrate loyalty to frequent fliers by providing complimentary lounge access with amenities such as comfortable seating, WiFi, and refreshments. Airport lounges offer a tranquil environment equipped with conveniences like showers, meeting rooms, and local cuisine options. Various airlines have exclusive lounges at their hub airports, offering travelers a VIP experience before their flights.
The FAA has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing 757-200 aircraft. This directive, driven by concerns over structural integrity, focuses on planes that have been "modified by particular supplemental type certificates."
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Butler National a supplemental type certificate for installing Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics' new standby altimeter and attitude indicator in Learjet Models 23 through 60.
American Airlines AAdvantage miles expire after 24 months of inactivity unless you earn or redeem miles with the airline or its partners. With Frontier Airlines, you must earn miles every 12 months to keep them from expiring. Spirit Airlines Free Spirit points expire after 12 months of no activity, but you can earn and redeem points with Spirit or its non-airline partners.
The families of two construction workers who died in a hangar collapse in Idaho have filed a lawsuit against the contractors responsible for its construction.
Online flight crew staffing company CrewBlast is expanding its services to include full-time placements.
Alaska Airlines will commence flights from Seattle to Liberia, Costa Rica, in December. The route will be the carrier's second-longest by distance but will rank first based on time, with a maximum block of 8 hours and 15 minutes.
Virgin Australia has scaled back its routes and now focuses primarily on domestic flights, although it still serves five international destinations. Despite facing competition from other airlines, Virgin Australia offers seven lounges equipped with amenities such as free WiFi and showers.
A Saudi Airlines flight from Riyadh with 276 passengers and 21 crew members caught fire upon landing at Peshawar’s Bacha Khan International Airport in Pakistan.
JetBlue Airways has the longest domestic stage length in the United States, averaging 1,026 nautical miles (1,901 kilometers). In comparison, major carriers such as United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines have average distances below the industry standard. Southwest Airlines ranks 11th out of the 13 carriers examined.