Rolls-Royce is experiencing a significant increase in shop visits related to its Trent 1000 engines powering Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner aircraft, with figures jumping by approximately 20 percent for the year 2025. This surge represents an elevated volume of maintenance and overhaul work being conducted on these engines globally. Experts attribute this rise...
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Air Baltic initiated proceedings for bankruptcy protection on September 14th, opting for a US Chapter 11 filing after exploring multiple avenues for immediate financial support. The Latvian carrier had been evaluating several strategies to secure the funds...
CFM International and Vietjet have formalized a letter of intent to evaluate the potential for establishing local maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities specifically tailored for LEAP engines within Vietnam. This initiative aligns with an...
Aerometricx, a Norwegian start-up, has launched a new psychometric assessment test tool tailored specifically for pilot selection and recruitment. The development of this innovative battery was a collaborative effort between AAP Aviation, the University of...
Amazon has temporarily halted all operations of 21 Air following a fatal incident involving one of the carrier’s Boeing 767 freighters at Miami International Airport. The cargo plane, operating as part of Amazon's logistics network, experienced a runway...
Amazon Prime Air suspends cargo flight services by 21 Air.
A former Boeing 757, once the world’s most beloved aircraft, has been permanently destroyed following its dismantling for spare parts. The aircraft spent ten years operating commercially before being taken out of service. Recent actions involved a full...
The A-10 carries six times more 30mm ammunition than the F-35A, but that enormous difference reflects two radically different ideas
A Cessna Citation business jet inadvertently landed approximately 11 miles southeast of its intended destination on August 23, 2023. The aircraft was mistakenly directed to Royal Air Force (RAF) Fairford in Gloucestershire, England, a major United States...
A newly reworked turbine seal triggers shop inspections and supplier ramp ups as GE lines up revised GE9X deliveries.
A UK air traffic control failure was traced to an anomalous data introduction originating from a flight plan submitted for a UK military aircraft. Specifically, the issue stemmed from a flight plan filed for a military operation within the United Kingdom....
Ranking the five most powerful US Navy aircraft carriers ever built, from the Midway class to the advanced Gerald R. Ford class supercarriers.
TAROM, Romania’s national airline, recently completed the overhaul of its aircraft fleet with the arrival of its inaugural Boeing 737-8. This delivery marks the introduction of the 737 MAX variant into TAROM's operational portfolio. The specific details...
US military pilot salaries vary somewhat across the Air Force, Navy, Marines, and Army helicopter aviation branches.
Airbus is undertaking a significant modification of an initial A330neo aircraft slated for conversion into a Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) variant. This conversion project is being conducted at Airbus facilities in Getafe, Spain, marking the first...
Amerijet’s Boeing 767-300F aircraft sustained damage following an unscheduled hard landing in Guatemala on July 28th. The flight originated from Miami International Airport and was destined for Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan. A...
Airbus has secured a substantial order backlog of 107 Airbus A350 Freighters, representing significant future demand within the cargo aircraft market. Initial reports indicate that the timeline for the program is exceptionally aggressive, with potential...
Following the fatal crash of a Boeing 767 involving Amazon, concerns regarding air safety have escalated significantly. Twenty-one distinct issues were identified by investigators examining the circumstances surrounding the incident. Former employees...
United Airlines is removing the damaged Airbus A320 that sustained significant damage following an accident at Washington Dulles International Airport on May 14th. The stricken aircraft, tail number N798UA, remains parked as of today’s date. Initial...
The new and improved BUFF gets another pay bump.
The US Air Force has presented its highest flight safety award to an F-22 Raptor pilot who landed… The post F-22 pilot receives USAF’s highest safety award after belly landing appeared first on AeroTime.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is adjusting its approach following recent changes regarding sport pilot privileges. Industry stakeholders are pursuing alternative strategies rather than relying on the FAA’s adaptation of increased sport pilot...
Lockheed Martin's selection of a single engine for the F-35 program was primarily influenced by several key factors including the aircraft’s Short Takeoff Vertical Landing (STOVL) capabilities, overall weight considerations, and the pursuit of component...
The conversion of a Boeing 767 aircraft into a cargo freighter represents a significant investment, though this route is increasingly attractive due to robust global cargo demands. Estimates for such conversions range considerably, with costs typically...
Following a fatal helicopter accident, Malaysia’s Flying Doctor Service has initiated an immediate suspension of all operations within the state of Sarawak. The tragic incident resulted in the loss of five lives during a routine flight near Miri. This...
Several retired Airbus A380 aircraft, once symbols of aviation’s largest passenger jets, have been permanently grounded in the Mojave Desert. These airliners were initially slated for storage at Edwards Air Force Base following their retirement by various...
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Epic Flight Academy has announced an expansion of its educational offerings to include comprehensive test preparation courses specifically designed to aid students pursuing Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification. These new preparatory programs will be...
Ukraine announced that it conducted its most extensive drone attack during the ongoing conflict, targeting gas-processing facilities located in Western Russia. According to Ukrainian officials, these strikes represent a significant escalation in their...
flydubai is expanding its cargo operations significantly, marking a key shift in its business strategy. The airline has announced plans to lease Boeing 737-800 freighter aircraft, bolstering its existing ‘belly cargo’ offerings. This move represents an...
A meticulously maintained 1956 De Havilland DHC-1 Chipmunk is currently available for sale through AircraftForSale, representing a significant piece of aviation history. Originally utilized as a Canadian military training aircraft, this particular example...