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The Real Reason United Airlines Replaced First Class Overhead Bins With A Luggage Closet On Its New Regional Jet
The Star Alliance carrier recently introduced some changes for luggage storage.
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Qatar Airways Has Axed Flights To 20 Long-Haul Airports In 10 Years: See Full List Now
Qatar Airways has significantly reduced its long-haul network over the past decade, eliminating flights to twenty airports. This restructuring began approximately ten years ago and continued through 2026, impacting a substantial number of destinations...
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United Airlines receives Pratt & Whitney’s first GTF Advantage-powered aircraft
United Airlines recently took delivery of the inaugural commercial airplane equipped with Pratt & Whitney's groundbreaking GTF Advantage engine following a comprehensive certification process. This landmark achievement marks the introduction of the new...
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Tulum Has Been Such a Failure That Even Aeromexico is Leaving
The newly established Tulum airport, which debuted in late 2023, failed to generate anticipated growth for the surrounding tourism sector. Despite initial optimism regarding increased air traffic, passenger interest in utilizing the facility significantly...
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Global Airlines' A380 Ambitions Win Lifeline As Court Case Is Adjourned
A significant development has occurred regarding Airbus’s A380 aircraft, as a court case concerning global airlines’ ambitions to utilize the superjumbo jet has been adjourned. The proceedings are scheduled to resume within a timeframe of several weeks,...
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Biman boosts fleet with 11 new Boeing aircraft
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has finalized an order for eleven additional Boeing aircraft, representing a significant expansion of its fleet. The deal includes five Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners and six Boeing 737-8 jets, bolstering the airline’s existing...
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StandardAero, GMR Aero Technic expand engine support in India
StandardAero and GMR Aero Technic have formalized a supplier services agreement to bolster engine support capabilities within the Indian market. This collaboration focuses specifically on providing on-wing maintenance for airlines operating in India. The...
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Caribbean Airlines sells two ATR turboprops as it works through nine-year auditing backlog
Caribbean Airlines, the Trinidad and Tobago-based carrier, is undertaking a significant restructuring effort focused on improving transparency and accountability. As part of this plan, the airline is diligently working to resolve a nearly decade-long...
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The US Air Force Retired Its Most Capable Tanker & Replaced It With A Downgrade
The United States Air Force has recently retired its KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft, marking the culmination of a prolonged and challenging process. This decision followed years of operational issues stemming from maintenance difficulties and aging...
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AirBorneo inks four-year engine services deal with P&WC
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) has secured a significant contract with AirBorneo Airways, committing to MRO services for the airline’s fleet of PW127M engines through 2030. This agreement specifically covers the ATR 72-500 turboprop aircraft operated by...
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Biman Bangladesh Airlines places additional order for 11 Boeing aircraft
Biman Bangladesh Airlines confirmed a new purchase agreement on September 24, 2026, involving eleven aircraft from the American aerospace manufacturer Boeing. The Bangladeshi flag carrier intends to bolster its fleet size with these additions, aiming to...
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Turkish Airlines finalises 2025 Boeing 737 MAX deal
Boeing and Turkish Airlines announced the finalized agreement for up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft on Wednesday, September 23rd. Discussions regarding this expansion of the fleet began in 2025 as Turkish Airlines seeks to grow its operations. The initial...
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Honeywell, Garuda Indonesia sign three-year APU services deal
Honeywell Aerospace has finalized a comprehensive three-year agreement with PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk for the provision of repair and maintenance services encompassing Honeywell’s auxiliary power units (APUs). This strategic partnership covers a...
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Turkish Airlines Sticks With Boeing, Orders Up To 150 737 MAX Jets After Airbus Threat
Following an earlier threat involving Airbus aircraft, Turkish Airlines has finalized a significant agreement with Boeing to purchase up to 150 new Boeing 737 MAX jets. This represents a substantial investment in Boeing’s product line for the airline. The...
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Qantas confirms launch of ‘Project Sunrise’ flights between Sydney and New York
Qantas has announced the upcoming launch of its ‘Project Sunrise’ ultra-long-haul service, specifically targeting nonstop flights between Sydney and New York. This represents a significant expansion for Qantas beyond its current one-stop routes to New York...
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Biman Bangladesh orders 11 more Boeing jets
Biman Bangladesh Airlines has finalized an order for eleven additional Boeing aircraft, following a previous announcement of fourteen new planes earlier this year. This latest purchase includes five Boeing 787-10s and six 737 Max 8s, expanding the...
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The Last Plane In America With Piston‑Engine Propellers
A closer look at the story of the Douglas DC-7, America's last piston-engine airliner, and its legacy before jets took over the skies,
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United Airlines Cancels Flights To 24 Long-Haul Airports: See Full List Now
United Airlines has announced the cancellation of flights to twenty-four long-haul airports spanning numerous continents globally. These affected locations include destinations across Europe, Asia, and North America. The specific list of impacted airports...
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Turkish Airlines finalizes order for 100 Boeing 737 MAX jets
Turkish Airlines has completed its agreement to purchase one hundred Boeing 737 MAX 8 airplanes. This significant deal represents a substantial investment in the airline’s future fleet expansion plans. The initial order encompasses all necessary aircraft,...
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Ethiopian Airlines halts some flights after forces seize Mekelle Airport
Ethiopian Airlines announced the suspension of operations to Bahir Dar, Gondar, and Mekelle airports in northern Ethiopia effective September 23, 2026. This decision followed the reported seizure of Mekelle Airport by Tigrayan forces. The airline cited...
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Why The Workhorse Of The World’s Cargo Airlines Is No Longer In Production
Boeing concluded production of its iconic 747 freighter aircraft at the beginning of 2023, marking the culmination of an era defined by this jumbo jet's global dominance. The last delivery occurred in January 2023, signifying a definitive end to...
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Transportation Secretary Pitches Additional $30 Billion for ATC Upgrades
The new ask would bring BNATCs program spending to $42.5 billion, more than $10 billion over initial estimates.
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Iran threatens neighboring airports over restrictions on its airlines
Iran has issued a threat to several neighboring countries’ airports if they continue to restrict Iranian airline flights due to US pressure. This action follows tighter sanctions imposed by the United States, impacting Iran's aviation sector significantly....
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Southwest & Alaska Airlines Add 17 New Nonstop Routes To San Diego: See Full List Now
Southwest Airlines and Alaska Airlines are significantly expanding their service to San Diego International Airport, introducing seventeen new nonstop routes effective today. This expansion represents a substantial increase in available capacity, adding...
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Qantas Plans Nonstop New York-Sydney Service in 2028
Qantas Airways has officially announced plans to launch a nonstop passenger service between New York and Sydney, slated to commence operations in 2028. This ambitious undertaking will represent Qantas’s second implementation of their ‘Project Sunrise’...
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Lufthansa Apologizes For Adverse Social Media Response After Ignoring Passenger
Lufthansa has issued an apology following its initial adverse reaction on social media regarding an incident where it reportedly ignored a passenger’s concerns. This situation underscores a shift in the aviation industry, demonstrating that airlines are...
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Allegiant Air Launches These 7 New Routes Next Week: See Map Now
Allegiant Airlines is set to significantly expand its operations in Florida with the launch of seven new passenger routes commencing next week. The airline’s strategy focuses on bolstering service to and from Fort Lauderdale International Airport, which...
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Gander Quietly Killed The 30-Minute Oceanic Clearance Handshake Transatlantic Pilots Trained On For Decades
What is the 30-minute oceanic clearance handshake, and why was it phased out? Even though many pilots were used to it, a better solution was found.
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Turkish Airlines firms order for 100 737 Max jets plus options
Turkish Airlines has finalized an agreement to purchase up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, supplementing a previous provisional deal for as many as 75 Boeing 787s. The firm order encompasses 100 Boeing 737 MAX 8 airplanes, alongside 50 additional aircraft...
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Turkish Airlines Orders Up to 150 737 MAX Aircraft
Turkish Airlines has announced an order for up to 150 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. This significant investment is intended to bolster the airline's operational capabilities within its existing network structures. Officials state that the newly acquired planes...
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Delta Air Lines Unexpectedly Slashes This Route After 20+ Years: See Affected Flights Now
Delta Air Lines has made an unexpected decision to discontinue its flights between John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), a route previously operated for over two decades. The change stems from shifts...