Qantas welcomed its tenth and final Airbus A380 aircraft back to Sydney on December 2, 2025, ending a nearly six-year storage period that began during the COVID pandemic (www.aerotime.aero) More...
India is preparing to dispatch a team of accident investigators to Washington next week to review the ongoing probe into the June Air India crash that claimed 241 lives. (www.msn.com) More...
Delta Main Basic (Basic Economy) offers significant savings but comes with strict limitations that smart travelers need to understand before booking. (siyatra.com) More...
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced it will waive the remaining $11 million in fines Southwest Airlines owed as part of a record $140 million penalty over its operational meltdown during holiday travel in 2022. “In lieu of a payment of an $11 million civil penalty to the government, this order provides Southwest with an $11 million credit for significantly improving its on-time performance and completion factor through its $112.4 million investment in its Network Operations Control… (www.msn.com) More...
The FAA has named Peraton as the prime integrator for a sweeping, multi-year effort to replace the United States’ aging air traffic control infrastructure. (www.aerotime.aero) More...
Allegiant Air's pilots' union is blocking the airline's attempt to secure permanent residency for dozens of foreign pilots from Chile, Australia and Singapore, leaving their immigration status - and the company's staffing - in limbo. The union has refused to certify to the U.S. Department of Labor that the pilot positions, which start at about $50,000 a year, about half of what pilots at other regional airlines earn, meet "prevailing wage" standards. That… (www.msn.com) More...
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the Boeing 717 that will have a material impact on the operations of at least two US airlines. The AD was prompted by the investigation into a 2023 incident with a Delta Air Lines 717 that landed without nose landing gear, and requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the upper lock link assembly. The AD will impact nearly 100 Boeing 717s that are currently active with Delta and Hawaiian Airlines.… (www.msn.com) More...
JetBlue is adding temporary routes to and from its hub in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to accommodate spring break travelers. The airline said it will offer flights to six destinations it does not ordinarily serve from Fort Lauderdale: Denver; Dallas/Fort Worth; Bozeman, Montana; Reno, Nevada; Salt Lake City; and Jacksonville, Florida. JetBlue will also connect Fort Lauderdale with Portland, Maine, during the week of Patriots' Day, which is observed in eight U.S. states, most notably in Maine… (www.msn.com) More...
India’s new pilot-fatigue rules triggered massive roster strain at IndiGo, leading to 900+ cancellations and severe nationwide delays. IndiGo admits planning failures and now seeks exemptions as stricter rest, night-duty, and flight-hour limits expose crew shortages. Expect ongoing cancellations and reduced schedules as IndiGo cuts operations to match staffing, with gradual recovery into early 2026. India’s largest airline IndiGo (6E-IGO) has cancelled over 900 flights in just four days, causing… (www.flightradar24.com) More...
Air India received a surprise parking bill of nearly 10 million rupees (about $120,000) after rediscovering a long-lost Boeing 737-200 that had been quietly sitting in a remote corner of India’s Kolkata Airport for more than a decade — a jet that somehow slipped entirely out of the memory of anyone at the airline. The aircraft, registered VT-EHH, was taken out of service and parked on a remote pad at Kolkata Airport in 2012. Over the years, staff turnover and record-keeping gaps meant the jet… (www.aerotime.aero) More...
Kuala Lumpur International Airport has seen just about everything, but nothing quite prepared it for the morning in December 2015 when it woke up on the front pages of newspapers around the world. The story was too strange to ignore. Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad had taken out an advert in The Star politely asking the public a question no major airport should ever have to ask. In plain print, beneath three photos of jumbo jets, it basically said: if these Boeing 747s are yours, please come… (luxurylaunches.com) More...
While 2025 has brought with it countless airline bankruptcies as smaller carriers struggle to compete for passengers and the rising cost of operations, the closure of an entire airport is a more drastic step that usually comes amid a major change in demand or redevelopment in a given area. Over in Belgium, calls to permanently shut down Antwerp International (DNR) known locally as Duerne have increased in recent months as it goes largely unused by all but charter airlines given the proximity of… (www.thestreet.com) More...
Spirit is reversing course on plans to furlough hundreds more pilots early next year. In a statement, the ultra-low-cost carrier said it is no longer moving forward with a previously announced furlough of 365 pilots, which was scheduled to take effect Jan. 31, 2026. The airline did not give a reason for canceling the furloughs. Spirit is also lowering the number of captains downgraded to first officers from 170 to 25. Spirit has furloughed hundreds of pilots in an effort to contain costs since… (www.msn.com) More...
The retirement marks a significant step in KLM’s €7 billion fleet renewal programme, which will see its European Boeing 737 fleet replaced by the Airbus A321neo. (www.aviation24.be) More...
American Airlines Premium Economy offers a compelling middle ground between cramped economy and expensive business class, delivering meaningful comfort upgrades that justify the price difference for long-haul travelers. Significantly more space: Premium Economy provides 38 inches of seat pitch vs. 31-32 inches in economy, plus wider 18.5-19 inch seats with leg rests or footrests for enhanced comfort. Enhanced dining and amenities: Meals served on china with metal utensils, complimentary alcohol,… (siyatra.com) More...
The lawsuits allege negligence and name multiple defendants, including UPS, engine manufacturer General Electric, Boeing (which acquired the aircraft’s original manufacturer, McDonnell Douglas) (www.flyingmag.com) More...
A distinguished U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornet, a veteran of countless training flights, is set to undertake an unusual cross-country journey, not through the skies it once dominated, but by road. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...
The U.S. Navy has announced plans to host a virtual Industry Day in late January, inviting defense contractors and technology firms to submit innovative solutions to modernize its critical MH-60R and MH-60S multi-mission helicopter fleet. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...
Boeing has been under intense public scrutiny in recent years, largely due to high-profile issues involving the 737 Max and ongoing quality-control concerns with the 787 Dreamliner. These headlines have fueled a perception that Boeing aircraft may be less safe than Airbus jets. However, a closer look at hard data from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) tells a very different story—one where both manufacturers operate at extremely low accident rates. (airguide.info) More...
A leading space and radiation expert says “cosmic rays” — high-energy particles from a distant supernova — may have caused the mid-air incident on a JetBlue flight that left at least 15 passengers hospitalized on Oct. 30. His claim contradicts the explanation offered by Airbus, which attributes the sudden altitude loss to “intense solar radiation.” (airguide.info) More...
For many years now infringement of drones in the region of and within airport boundaries has been a topic in the news. During the last few months of this year, the news seems to have come to head in Europe with increasing numbers driving cause for concern. (globalairspaceradar.com) More...
The FAA has issued an RFI that reveals both the scale of its modernisation ambitions and the magnitude of challenges ahead. Philip Mann analyses what it means. (globalairspaceradar.com) More...
Flight crews report technical problems when they hear or see a warning in the cockpit, notice a faulty system, or face difficulty operating the aircraft. (www.zeebiz.com) More...
The Switchblade Flying Car is back in the headlines, this time for a patent that tackles one of the biggest engineering hurdles in the flying car world. (avgeekery.com) More...
American Airlines has recently introduced their new AAdvantage Pass™ package, which includes the following components designed to appeal to travelers seeking an enhanced experience: 100,000 AAdvantage miles (usable for award tickets and upgrades) Complimentary AAdvantage Gold status (providing priority boarding, free checked bags, and other perks) 15,000 Loyalty points (contributing toward status qualification for the following year) (siyatra.com) More...
A man is facing federal charges after allegedly attacking Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers and attempting to stab police inside Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, according to federal court documents obtained by 8 News Now Investigators. (airguide.info) More...
Twenty-seven dollars. That’s what my recent Delta First Class Upgrade cost me, proving that premium travel doesn’t always break the bank. This experience opened my eyes to Delta’s evolving upgrade strategy and what it means for travelers. (siyatra.com) More...
The U.S. military has flown countless aircraft over the past century, with new designs entering service every few years. Yet only a handful have achieved true longevity—and none more so than the legendary Lockheed C-130 Hercules. While the B-52 Stratofortress is technically the oldest aircraft still flying in U.S. service, production of that bomber ended in the early 1960s. The C-130, by contrast, has been continuously produced since 1956, making it the longest-running military aircraft in… (airguide.info) More...
Delta Air Lines has sharply reduced its Boeing 757 operations, cutting daily flights by 26% compared with December 2024 as the airline accelerates the retirement of one of its most iconic fleet types. According to newly released industry data, the Atlanta-based carrier now operates an average of 250 daily round-trip Boeing 757 flights in December 2025—down from 338 flights during the same month last year. This represents a network-wide loss of 88 daily round-trip services and marks one of the… (airguide.info) More...
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued a new airworthiness directive requiring inspections of Airbus A350 auxiliary power unit (APU) air intake flaps after two in-service incidents revealed a recurring mechanical issue. (airguide.info) More...
3 DECEMBER 1990: Thirty-five years ago today, two Northwest jets found themselves on the same runway in near-zero visibility at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW). The collision of Flights 1482 and 299 marked a key moment in aviation’s understanding of runway incursions and cockpit teamwork. Today, we remember the eight lives lost and the lessons that followed. (avgeekery.com) More...
A pilot ejected safely as an F-16 fighter jet from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team crashed on a dry lake bed in San Bernardino County on Wednesday, Dec. 3, officials said. The fiery crash was reported shortly before 11 a.m. along Trona Road in Trona, about three miles south of Trona Airport and about 25 miles northeast of the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, according to the San Bernardino County Fire Department and Air Force officials. (www.desertsun.com) More...
JetBlue continues working to recover from the grounding of a significant portion of its A320-family fleet as it addresses an Airbus-identified software issue affecting operators worldwide. Although progress has accelerated, the airline said more than a dozen aircraft remained out of service as of Sunday afternoon. (airguide.info) More...
Boeing expects aircraft deliveries to rise in 2026, marking a potential turning point for the manufacturer as it emerges from years of inventory overhang, production limits, and financial strain. Speaking at the UBS Global Industrials and Transportation Conference, Boeing’s new chief financial officer, Jay Malave, said the jetmaker has now fully exhausted its stockpile of “deliverable” stored aircraft—meaning future delivery growth will depend entirely on ramped-up production rather than drawing… (airguide.info) More...
The director of AOG Technics, the company at the center of a global scandal involving counterfeit aircraft engine parts, has pleaded guilty to running the business for fraudulent purposes. The case, which grounded dozens of aircraft worldwide in 2023, marks one of the most significant aviation parts fraud investigations in recent history. (airguide.info) More...
Air India has issued a formal clarification after reports alleged that one of its Airbus A320 aircraft operated multiple flights without a valid airworthiness certificate. The airline acknowledged the lapse, reported it to India’s aviation regulator, and suspended the personnel involved while a full internal investigation is underway. (airguide.info) More...
United Airlines Sydney to Houston route spans an impressive 13,834 kilometers (8,596 miles). This makes it the carrier’s longest operational flight and one of the most substantial Pacific Ocean journeys. This ultra-long-haul service operates as UA100 from Sydney to Houston and UA101 for the return journey. Eastbound flights take approximately 15 hours and 50 minutes, while westbound returns require even longer at 17 hours and 30 minutes. (siyatra.com) More...
Airbus has revised down its 2025 aircraft delivery target following the discovery of defective fuselage panels used on some of its A320-family jets. (www.gatechecked.com) More...
When we first shared our move to a monorepo, our goal was to simplify dependency management, align tooling, and ship faster. A year later, that foundation has grown into the standard way the Web Wing builds. We’ve added more apps, introduced custom Nx tooling, and learned how to keep a single shared codebase healthy as it scales. This post looks at how we’ve evolved that setup, what tooling decisions have scaled with us, and what we’ve learned along the way. The Web Wing Ecosystem The Web Wing… (flightaware.engineering) More...
Southwest Airlines announced Tuesday a pivotal new partnership with German leisure airline Condor, a move set to significantly expand transatlantic travel options for passengers across the globe. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...
