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The National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation announced that the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in Philadelphia has scheduled a vote for July 17 to decide if employees at Philadelphia International Airport can remove Unite Here Local 274 union officials. This decision follows nearly five months of litigation initiated by employee Kale Mulugeta with assistance from the foundation's attorneys.
Asiana Airlines will operate its Airbus A380 on four occasions to Frankfurt in September and November. The carrier last served this route in 2023. By the end of the year, Asiana plans to operate seven double-decker routes globally, including to Barcelona.
Airlines have adjusted schedules and offered evacuation flights out of the Caribbean in response to Hurricane Beryl. They are waiving fees for cancellations and rescheduling Caribbean flights over the next few days. The Indian National Men's Cricket Team is also stranded in the Caribbean, as a special Air India charter flight couldn't reach Barbados.
Korean Air has introduced new in-flight service procedures to address turbulence-related risks. Going forward, Korean Air's flight attendants will end service on medium and long-haul flights 20 minutes earlier than previously.
Jetstar has launched its Kiwi Sale, offering over 25,000 discounted one-way fares starting at $169. The sale will run for six days, concluding at 11:59 PM AEST on Monday, July 22, 2024, unless sold out earlier. Details and conditions are available on Jetstar.com.
The Ukrainian military has repurposed the Aeroprakt A-22, known in the U.S. as the Foxbat LSA, to target Russian drones. This strategy follows a period of success with Air Force pilots and rear gunners using Yak-52 aircraft to down Russian UAVs. The Yak-52 initiative involved pilots and gunners equipped with shotguns, effectively neutralizing enemy drones.
The second quarter of 2024 saw business jet deliveries by the top five original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) exceed expectations, according to aviation data firm Cirium.
ITA Airways offers status matches for frequent flyers from 19 airlines, including a 10,000-point bonus. The Volare program lets passengers outside Italy earn elite status in SkyTeam with perks across carriers. A simple registration process allows applicants to submit status match requests for recognition within 60 days.
Jimmy Buffett, a renowned musician with over 30 albums and nine platinum records, also had a notable passion for aviation. With a net worth exceeding $1 billion, Buffett's success extended beyond music into various business ventures, including investments in the Margaritaville restaurant and hotel chain.
Eight China Southern Airlines pilots have successfully completed their C919 training with a 100% pass rate. The airline has ordered 100 C919 aircraft, becoming the last major Chinese airline to do so. The first delivery of the C919 to China Southern Airlines is anticipated in August 2024.
A coalition of aviation and industry groups is urging Congress to alter the funding mechanism for modernizing and upgrading the National Airspace System (NAS). Spearheaded by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association and Airlines for America, 26 organizations have proposed changes to the administration of the Aviation and Airways Trust Fund. These changes aim to provide the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with greater flexibility in allocating funds.
Agile Combat Employment (ACE) has emerged as a key strategy within NATO's air operations, aimed at enhancing resilience and survivability while maintaining air combat power.
Hawker 4000 operators now have the option to install a fully integrated Future Air Navigation System (FANS) and Protected Mode Controller Pilot Data Link Communication (PM-CPDLC).
The European Union is taking significant steps to address climate change with its legally binding requirements for industries, aiming for climate neutrality by 2050.
Conidia Bioscience has launched a new test kit designed to swiftly identify microbial contamination in jet fuel.
Qantas has initiated the first non-stop flights between Perth and Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) on July 12, marking a significant milestone timed with the Olympics in France. The route, spanning 7,702 nautical miles (14,264 km), is among the world's longest non-stop scheduled services and is operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft. The flight originates in Sydney, making stops in Perth before continuing to Paris. This service marks Qantas' return to Paris after a 20-year hiatus.
Erich Alfred Hartmann downed 352 Allied aircraft in 825 combat occasions. Ivan Nikitovich Kozhedub became the highest-scoring Soviet pilot during World War II. Marmaduke Thomas St John Pattle shot down 20 aircraft in March 1941. Fighting aces in World War II were based on the number of kills, downed aircraft, and overall victories that individuals claimed. While the exact criteria of an ace vary by region, it is given to individuals who have shot down five or more aircraft during World War II operations. This article captures the top five fighter aces of World War II.
Former astronaut Gen. Joe Engle died on July 10 at the age of 91. Engle was an accomplished Air Force pilot with the distinction of flying two different winged spacecraft, the X-15 and the Space Shuttle. Beyond that, he flew 185 aircraft and accumulated 15,400 hours, including the first operational shuttle flight and another later on.
Donald Trump announced his running mate on Monday and also introduced a new campaign aircraft. According to various reports, Vance will be using a 22-year-old Boeing 737-800 (N917XA) for the campaign trail. The aircraft was previously operated by IAERO Airlines, which ceased operations in April of this year. Over its service life, the plane has been used by various airlines and charter services and is likely configured with a two-class interior rather than the luxurious fittings of Trump's 757.
United Airlines has issued an apology to a passenger and suspended the flight attendant involved in a recent incident. The passenger, NFL Hall of Fame running back Terrell Davis, reported that he lightly tapped a flight attendant on the arm to get his attention, but was accused of hitting him.