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As Airbus pursues its new linefit supplier-furnished Airspace Link HBCplus inflight connectivity program, it aims to ensure that the connected jetliners it delivers to airlines become integral nodes on their networks, driving operational benefits and improving the passenger experience.
John Alcock and Arthur Whitten Brown made the first nonstop transatlantic flight in 1919, flying a Vickers Vimy biplane for 16 hours and 27 minutes. Charles A. Lindbergh achieved the first nonstop solo flight in 1927, flying a Ryan M2 (Spirit of St. Louis) for 33 hours and 30 minutes. Lufthansa operated the first nonstop transatlantic passenger flight with a land-based aircraft in 1938, flying a Focke-Wulf Fw 200 "Condor" for 24 hours and 55 minutes.
United Airlines operates several top international routes from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) with limited seat availability, including IAD-YYZ and IAD-ATH. Competitors on the IAD-ATH route include KLM, Air Canada, and Lufthansa, with United offering one-stop flights via New York or Chicago. United Airlines provides over 15,000 seats on the IAD-FRA route, where Lufthansa is the only competitor for direct flights.
Korean Air will remove the Boeing 747 from its Honolulu flights more than a month sooner than previously planned, redirecting the aircraft to Singapore instead. The airline has eight remaining passenger-configured 747-8i aircraft and plans to operate them on seven routes until the end of the year.
ZIPAIR, a low-cost subsidiary of Japan Airlines, appears to be ending its San Jose flights. The airline introduced the route from Tokyo Narita in December 2022, but no services are scheduled or bookable after October 24, 2024. Since 1990, seven airlines have attempted long-haul flights from San Jose.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has released an updated warning to aircraft operators concerning the risks associated with interference in navigation systems due to signal spoofing and jamming.
Air Canada Aeroplan is offering a bonus of up to 125% on purchased points through July 11. After this date, the bonus will decrease to up to 100% from July 12-19.
Strikes due to high inflation, cost of living, and protecting rights are causing significant travel disruptions in the commercial aviation sector. Flight delays and cancellations have become common during these strikes, affecting both passengers and airlines. Flight attendants and pilots are demanding better pay and working conditions, leading to protests and strikes.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) mandates the presence of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and first-aid kits on flights, with trained crew members responsible for accessing them. The SAMPLE acronym is used to assess medical emergencies, while DRSABCD helps establish consciousness. The Aviation Medical Assistance Act (AMAA) offers legal protection for medical professionals assisting in-flight emergencies, although jurisdiction can be unclear.
Air Canada is commemorating the 40th anniversary of its Aeroplan loyalty program with a series of giveaways, including 1 million points for 40 frequent flyers. To participate, members must register on a special landing page and complete the form by July 17. Eligible Aeroplan Elite Status Members receive an additional entry.
Paris airport worker unions have announced a strike to begin on July 17, days before the Summer Olympics. The strike demands an "Olympics bonus" for all workers from the government-controlled company that operates both Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports.
Hurricane Beryl has caused significant disruption across the US, leading to over 1,400 flight cancellations and more than 2,200 delays. Major airports such as George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) have been heavily affected.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) has implemented tire shredder spikes in its ground-level short-term parking lot to reserve space for American Airlines' AAdvantage Aviator Mastercard holders. This initiative is part of an exclusive discounted parking promotion, which offers a 20% discount and allows cardholders to park overnight on the ground floor until September 4.
SWISS International Air Lines, commonly known as SWISS, plans to ground six of its Airbus A320neo aircraft this summer due to ongoing issues with Pratt & Whitney PW1000G engines. The airline expects the number of grounded aircraft could increase to 14 by the end of 2024 and continue into 2026. However, the A220-100s and A220-300s in service are not expected to be affected.
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 costs $12.2 million and competes with the Embraer Phenom 300. Cessna Citation Ascend, not in service yet, has an equipped price of $16.7 million and will seat up to 12 people. Cessna Citation Latitude costs $17 million and features a spacious cabin for up to nine passengers.
Turn times for aircraft vary based on their size, with larger planes requiring longer turnaround periods. Pilots and flight attendants utilize this time for rest, food, or exercise in crew lounges when available. Turn times are included in duty time limitations, adding complexity to the scheduling.
Boeing will plead guilty to a criminal fraud charge related to the deadly 737 MAX 8 crashes that occurred in 2018 and 2019. This decision follows six months after the high-profile Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 door blowout incident, which again raised concerns about the aircraft's safety.
Aviationtag and Widerøe have collaborated to produce limited-edition travel tags made from the fuselage of a retired De Havilland Canada Dash-8 Q300 aircraft. This initiative celebrates Widerøe's 90th anniversary and its long history with various Dash 8 aircraft models, including the Q100, Q200, Q300, and Q400.
The staff at Ground Support Worldwide is saddened to learn of Bob Wright’s passing. Bob worked in the ground support equipment (GSE) maintenance field for more than 30 years. He was a founding member of Alliance Ground International (AGI), where he served as director of maintenance and vice president of maintenance.
UK airports plan to upgrade security scanners, improving passenger experience and potentially removing the 100ml liquids rule. The 100ml liquids rule was reinstated at UK airports due to issues with new scanners but is expected to be removed by 2025. The full implementation of new scanners at UK airports has been delayed, with some airports not set to have them until 2025.