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The 90-Second Safety Rule Flight Attendants Do Before Unpacking At Their Layover Destination
Safety doesn't stop during a layover.
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How Commercial Pilots Rest & Sleep During Ultra-Long-Haul Flights
Commercial pilots undertaking ultra-long-haul flights are subject to strict legal requirements regarding crew rest, as outlined by established guidelines. These regulations mandate specific periods of sleep and recovery time designed to mitigate fatigue...
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Qatar Airways Officially Ends Its Airbus A330 Era, Sends Pilots To RwandAir
Qatar Airways has concluded its operation of the Airbus A330 aircraft fleet following a strategic decision impacting its pilot workforce. The airline initiated a transfer of approximately 25 pilots to RwandAir as part of this transition. This move is...
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5 Airports Where Night Approaches Can Be Especially Disorienting
These five airports produce visual illusions at night that range from false horizons to invisible mountains.
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Southwest Airlines Launches These 5 New Routes This Week: See Full List Now
Southwest Airlines has announced five new route additions effective this week, expanding its network across several key destinations. Flights connecting Austin now serve both Sonoma and Destin on a seasonal basis, offering travelers increased access to...
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Frontier Airlines Flight Attendant Criticized For Filling Empty Water Bottles With Tap Water
A video circulating online is generating significant discussion regarding Frontier Airlines’ practices concerning aircraft drinking water. The footage depicts a flight attendant filling empty plastic bottles with tap water, prompting immediate scrutiny of...
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12 Years Later: Swiftair Found Guilty Over Deadly Air Algérie MD-83 Crash That Killed 116
Twelve years after the tragic event, French judges have ruled Swiftair responsible for the 2014 crash of an Air Algérie MD-83 aircraft. The court determined that Swiftair was liable for the fatal incident which occurred on July 25th, 2014. All 116...
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Delta Flight Makes Emergency Landing Due to Smoke in Cabin
Delta Air Lines flight DL2486 made an emergency landing at Oakland International Airport on Tuesday afternoon due to smoke detected within the aircraft cabin. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from SFO as the plane was approaching its...
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The Pentagon Says Every V-22 Osprey Gets A New Gearbox By 2027, But The Math Says Otherwise
The V-22 Osprey has faced years of gearbox problems, but a new steel design could improve its safety and readiness.
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Alaska Airlines Cancels This 7-Hour Nonstop Route: See Affected Flights Now
Alaska Airlines has removed its seven-hour nonstop service between Seattle and Long Beach, California, effective December 15th. The flight, previously operating daily during the winter months, was a key part of the airline’s network. Passengers booked on...
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Regional airline leaders say pilot shortage has eased, but warn it could return
Executives from US regional airlines reported a reduction in the severity of the pilot shortage following the industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Aggressive hiring by major carriers, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and United...
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How British Airways Is Keeping Its Airbus A320s Competitive With Denser Short-Haul Cabins
British Airways is utilizing Movable Club Europe technology to optimize seating density within its Airbus A320 fleet operating on short-haul routes. This system allows for dynamic reconfiguration of exit row seats, transforming previously underutilized...
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United Airlines Launches 12 New Nonstop Routes From This Major Hub: See Full List Now
United Airlines has announced the launch of twelve new nonstop routes originating from its second-busiest hub, which remains unspecified in this announcement. The expansion focuses on destinations across North America and includes cities such as Austin,...
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Transportation Secretary Requests $30 Billion More for Air Traffic Control Upgrades
Senator Eric Schmitt introduced a bill to authorize the funding.
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The Embraer E2 Is Flying 2,000-Mile Leisure Routes Nobody Expected It To
Embraer’s E195-E2 aircraft is undertaking unprecedented long-haul leisure flights, significantly expanding regional aviation possibilities. The aircraft has successfully flown routes such as Cape Town to Mauritius and Ottawa to Cabo Verde. These journeys...
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Why United Airlines Picked The Boeing 737 MAX 8 Over A Widebody For Its Shortest Transatlantic Route
United Airlines has made a strategic decision to bolster its transatlantic operations, announcing substantial growth in this sector. This expansion involves deploying the Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft on several of its shortest routes crossing the Atlantic...
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WestJet Cancels These 3 New Long-Haul Routes To Europe: See Affected Flights Now
WestJet Airlines announced on Tuesday, November 14th, that it is canceling its planned long-haul routes to London Heathrow Airport, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport, and Frankfurt Airport. The Canadian carrier had previously unveiled plans to launch service...
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Flight Attendants Fall Sick on Hawaiian Flight
A flight operated by Hawaiian Airlines experienced significant issues during its transatlantic journey between London Heathrow and New York JFK on Tuesday, October 17th. The incident began when the cabin crew detected an unusual odor within the aircraft’s...
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Report: Israir Pursuing Route to Florida
Israir Airlines is currently exploring opportunities to expand its operations within the United States, specifically focusing on establishing a new route to Florida. The airline’s objective involves adding a second destination within the country following...
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A Look At The Salaries Of Widebody Cargo Pilots In 2026
High pay, shorter upgrade timelines, and strong benefits make flying cargo an attractive route today.
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Colleges Embrace Aviation Home Field Advantage
Four school-owned airports embrace their storied histories and modern aviation training.
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Attestor set to take full ownership of German carrier Condor
Attestor is scheduled to acquire the remaining 49% stake in Condor, achieving full control of the German leisure airline by August 2027. This acquisition follows early repayments made by the German state regarding a loan provided to Condor. The...
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SAS puts ‘Scandinavian as Standard’ at the core of new brand platform
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has introduced ‘Scandinavian as Standard’ at the core of its new brand platform as the… The post SAS puts ‘Scandinavian as Standard’ at the core of new brand platform appeared first on AeroTime.
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FTAI buys 27 Boeing 737-700s from WestJet
FTAI Aviation finalized a significant transaction, acquiring 27 Boeing 737-700 aircraft from WestJet on Monday. This deal represents one of FTAI’s largest aircraft transactions to date, according to both companies. Specifically, FTAI's 2026 special purpose...
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British Airways Cancels 3 Major Long-Haul Routes From Heathrow: See Full List Now
British Airways has announced the permanent cancellation of three significant long-haul flight routes departing from London’s Heathrow Airport. These affected routes included services to New York JFK, Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport, and...
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Liebherr wins China Airlines A350 landing gear contract
Liebherr-Aerospace has secured a significant contract with China Airlines to provide exchange and overhaul services for the nose landing gear of the airline’s Airbus A350 fleet. The agreement covers eighteen aircraft within China Airlines' operational...
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RECARO opens expanded aircraft seat plant in Poland
RECARO Aircraft Seating Polska inaugurated a significantly enlarged production facility in Świebodzin, Poland, marking the culmination of a substantial investment exceeding eighty million euros. This expansion dramatically increases the site’s operational...
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Lufthansa Airbus A321 Diverts After Passenger's Power Bank Catches Fire
A Lufthansa Airbus A321 experienced an issue during flight LH611 on Tuesday, October 3rd, while traveling from Vienna to Frankfurt. The problem originated when a passenger’s power bank caught fire within the aircraft cabin. As a direct consequence of the...
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Asia-Pacific outlook ‘broadly positive’ even amid tepid demand: AAPA
The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) indicates a “broadly positive” outlook for the region's aviation industry despite passenger volume declines. In August, passenger numbers decreased by 0.6% compared to the previous year, reflecting ongoing...
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UK prime minister fails to back third runway at Heathrow Airport
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced his opposition to the proposed construction of a third runway at London-Heathrow Airport (LHR). This decision follows discussions regarding the expansion project, which has been subject to considerable debate and...
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The Engine Software Tweak That Finally Lets Delta Air Lines Fly The Embraer E175 Into Aspen
Delta Air Lines successfully resumed flights into Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) utilizing its Embraer E175 fleet thanks to a recently implemented software update. This change addresses previously identified limitations preventing the aircraft from...