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In this day and age it's easy to see how this video footage could be AI-generated, or part of a high-quality flight simulator program. But, no. This actually happened, and it's left the aviation world in shock as many know just how dangerous such a maneuver can be.
It seems like a time-honored tradition for me to write about American’s operational problems. I suppose when an airline has them so consistently, that’s just how it goes. But today is different. If you listen to American, they’ll say things are going great. In fact, I was given a lengthy statement with all their accomplishments,...
Cambridge-based military MRO specialist still recovering from UK decision to prematurely retire fleet of stalwart transport aircraft Take a tour of Marshall Aerospace's extensive maintenance, repair and overhaul centre at Cambridge airport and around almost every corner you will see a Lockheed Martin C-130, the military transport type that made the UK company's modern reputation.…
Air India is considering reversing some international schedule reductions after calmer conditions in the Middle East made more…
FCAS is dead. After nine years and no prototype, Europe's flagship fighter program collapsed, leaving GCAP as the only active contender.
Australia has more international routes operated with the MAX 8 than you might think. Cairns to Singapore is the longest at six hours and 45 minutes.
The facility is still Southwest's 11th-busiest airport by departing flights this Q3.
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They include a raft of short-haul and long-haul routes, including some that only operated very briefly. Find out more here!
Southwest Airlines announced: Honoring 55 Years of Dedication As Southwest celebrates our 55th Birthday on June 18, we are proud to honor two Flight Attendants whose journeys span nearly our entire history. Deborah Stembridge joined Southwest Airlines on June 18, 1971, our very first day of operation. Sandra Force followed later that year on September […]
It seems like a time-honored tradition for me to write about American’s operational problems. I suppose when an airline has them so consistently, that’s just how it goes. But today is different. If you listen to American, they’ll say things are going great. In fact, I was given a lengthy statement with all their accomplishments,...
In 2011 Interjet was Mexico's third-largest airline by passengers and was looking for a regional aircraft to support its domestic network. The obvious candidates were from Bombardier and Embraer but the carrier instead signed for 30 Sukhoi Superjet 100s! The financial logic was understandable at the time. However, this would be a fatal decision for Interjet, as it would be a major factor in the airline's downfall.Full article: https://simpleflying.com/why-22-russian-built-jets-have-sat-rotting-at-mexican-airports-since-2020/
Private jet careers are still popular for pilots even though they typically pay less than commercial pilot positions.
The 2-hour, 30-minute flight marks the start of the aircraft's flight test program.
Social medai video and photos show debris and wreckage at base of 109-storey China Zun tower. Images circulating on social media are indicating that a light aircraft has collided with one of the upper floors of the China Zun skyscraper in Beijing. Video images show debris falling to the ground adjacent to the building —…
Carrier returning trijets from grounding after fix developed in wake of UPS accident at Louisville. US freight specialist FedEx is expecting to have its full Boeing MD-11F fleet back in service before this year's peak period. The MD-11F fleet was grounded last November following the fatal UPS accident at Louisville. National Transportation Safety Board investigators…
From Gander to Shannon, these airports serve as aviation's ultimate safety nets, handling emergency diversions and ETOPS operations across the world
China and Russia conducted their 11th joint strategic air patrol on June 27, 2026, sending a formation of…
Cambridge-based military MRO specialist still recovering from UK decision to prematurely retire fleet of stalwart transport aircraft Take a tour of Marshall Aerospace's extensive maintenance, repair and overhaul centre at Cambridge airport and around almost every corner you will see a Lockheed Martin C-130, the military transport type that made the UK company's modern reputation.…
FCAS is dead. After nine years and no prototype, Europe's flagship fighter program collapsed, leaving GCAP as the only active contender.
