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On a recent trip across Australia, maritime historian and travel writer Chris Frame, who stands nearly two meters tall, tested the comfort of flying with Jetstar. Known for its budget-friendly fares, Jetstar was chosen due to its significantly lower prices compared to Qantas or Virgin Australia.
A U.S. Army aeromedical unit conducted a remote evacuation for a civilian who had fallen from the roof of a cabin along the Yukon River. The mission request was received by members of the evacuation team, known as Arctic Dustoff, at approximately 6:05 local time on July 5. The team departed from Ladd Field at Fort Wainwright around 7:30 p.m.
Air India's new Airbus A320neo plane, featuring premium cabins and new livery, flew its first commercial flight on July 18. The new aircraft was deployed between New Delhi and Bengaluru. The plane features a three-class configuration, including premium economy.
Crewmember D-type visas allow temporary entry for crewmembers on sea vessels or airlines, while C-1/D visas cover those starting journeys from the US. C-1/D visas are the most popular crewmember visa type, issued for pilots, flight attendants, technicians, and other employees. To apply, complete the online DS-160 form, schedule an interview, gather required documentation, and pay the application fee.
Domestic airlines operating from Auckland Airport have welcomed the draft findings of the Commerce Commission’s report on the latest Price Setting Event 4 (PSE4), which covers the period from 2023 to 2027. Price-setting events are the process by which New Zealand's three major airports set their prices.
Several major global airlines are offering elite status matches for competitor frequent flyer programs this summer. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, British Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic have implemented these programs to attract more customers and boost revenues. Status matches provide temporary elite benefits that can be extended based on specific criteria such as flight activity.
Air New Zealand has launched its largest domestic sale of the year, offering 750,000 seats for under NZ$100. The fares, starting from NZ$59 one way, will be available from 7 pm tonight (local time) until midnight on July 24.
Piper M500 Meridian offers a spacious interior with user-friendly amenities for passengers, from work tables to power outlets. The aircraft provides luxury features such as leather seats, USB ports, beverage holders, and lighting controls for ultimate comfort. Equipped with the Garmin G1000 avionics suite, the M500 ensures flight safety through advanced systems like ESP and synthetic vision. The Piper M500 Meridian is part of the light aircraft family designed and developed by Piper Aircraft. This light turboprop features some of the most advanced systems that foster safety...
Courchevel Altiport in France has a steep gradient, requiring skilled pilots for precise landings. Barra Airport in Scotland has unique beach runways that are accessible during low tide. Juancho E. Yrausquin Airport in Saba is known for having one of the world's shortest commercial runways.
AI Airport Services Limited, a ground handling service provider, faced chaos at a recent Mumbai recruitment event, with 25,000 jobseekers for just over 2,000 positions. Most of the aspirants were first-time jobseekers. Recruiters were overwhelmed by the response and had to ask applicants to leave their resumes and return home.
AirVenture is a notable event for pilots and aspiring aviators. This year, through a partnership with Redbird Flight, FLYING is enhancing its coverage of the largest airshow in the U.S. with a live daily broadcast from Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Boeing has tailored its presence at the 2024 Farnborough International Airshow, focusing on strengthening safety and quality while meeting customer commitments. The company is also highlighting next-generation technologies and capabilities.
Engineering, flight test, and certification company AeroMech is developing a supplemental type certificate (STC) for the installation of SpaceX’s Starlink airborne connectivity system on the Textron Aviation Citation 560XL series. Applicable to the Excel, XLS, and XLS+ models, the STC will eventually be extended to include the new Citation Ascend, which will replace the XLS+ in Textron Aviation's lineup when it is certified in 2025.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is exercising a $106 million contract option with Gulfstream Aerospace to purchase a preowned G550 modified by the OEM to support hurricane and tropical storm forecasts, atmospheric research, and other missions. Partially funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, the fully instrumented twinjet is expected to join NOAA's fleet in 2028.
Dovetail Electric Aviation has unveiled a 600-kilowatt hydrogen-electric powerplant designed to convert existing passenger and freight aircraft. The Australia-based start-up announced the commencement of ground testing for the propulsion system during an open day event held in Seville, Spain, on July 17.
Gary/Chicago International Airport (KGYY) commenced construction this week on a $12 million, 47,000-square-foot aviation hangar. The facility, which the airport will own and operate, is scheduled for completion in May 2025. Wingtip Aviation, an aircraft charter and management provider, has signed a 20-year lease with the Gary/Chicago International Airport Authority and will consolidate its operations at KGYY.
When non-stop block time is considered, the world's 10 longest narrowbody routes in peak summer range between 8 hours 30 minutes and 9 hours 20 minutes. La Compagnie's flights from Milan and Nice to Newark share the top position, influenced by having just 72 lie-flat beds. United Airlines has three routes blocked at a maximum of 8 hours 40 minutes.
The June 28 decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the Chevron doctrine, which provided legal deference to federal agencies, is likely to generate more court challenges and slow certain regulatory initiatives, according to Matt Mentzer, a partner who leads the tax practice for the aviation law firm Jetlaw. Mentzer expects that courts will still weigh agency expertise in legal challenges but added that the Supreme Court decision “has enormous implications for the aviation industry.”
American Airlines has introduced the AAdvantage Business loyalty program, targeting corporate travelers. The program allows businesses to earn one mile for every dollar spent on corporate travel with American Airlines. These miles can be redeemed for various travel expenses, including flights, upgrades, and car rentals.
Wizz Air, a European low-cost carrier based in Budapest, Hungary, has rapidly expanded its operations across the region and as far away as Abu Dhabi in the UAE. Founded in 2003, the airline has grown to become one of Europe’s leading low-cost carriers. With two-hour-long flights available for as little as $21 each way, questions arise about how the airline can offer such low fares.