A Little Snow – Plane & Pilot Magazine
In parts of the U.S. where snow falls, pilots frequently have to decide whether or not to go flying, after accumulation stops and the skies clear. “It’s only a little snow,” the hardy aviators will say, “looks like we can handle it.” The problem is, there’s snow, and then there’s Snow. What we could handle last time may not match…
Air industry is looking at getting more high tech | Airlines
Aerviva report According to the Dubai-based international consultancy Aerviva, the air industry will invest heavily in new technology in the coming years. In a new report, Aerviva said that new technologies are proving to be cost-effective and beneficial in areas such as efficiency, safety, professional training, air traffic management automation, and performance optimisation. This new tech is necessary because, according…
The world’s largest airports by size in 2025 | Airlines
More than 4,000 airports worldwide have regularly scheduled commercial flights, handling more than 96 million aircraft movements a year. They range from the tiny Juancho E Yrausquin Airport, located on the Dutch Caribbean island of Saba, to sprawling airport cities that spread for dozens of square miles. According to OAG, the busiest airport in the world is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL),…
Breeze Airways’ Big Break: A ULCC Finally Profits | Airlines
In this episode of the Airline Weekly Lounge, hosts Jay Shabat and Meghna Maharishi analyze the financial performance and strategic direction of Breeze Airways and American Airlines. American, despite improving its operating margin to 8% in Q4 2024, continues to lag behind United and Delta. Meanwhile, Breeze reported its first profitable quarter, leveraging a premium product strategy and expansion into…
A Reflection on the Operational Challenges At Washington Reagan Airport | Avgeekery Aviation
Last night’s tragic crash in DC really disturbed me and undoubtedly so many others around the country and the world. My thoughts are with the families of those affected as well as the entire industry who is in shock over this accident. It’s upsetting to see people start shooting blame so soon, particularly knowing how many issues and factors aligned…
Washington DC plane crash could spark aviation industry changes in near future, experts say | Airlines
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — While there hasn’t been a deadly commercial airplane crash in 15 years, it doesn’t mean there haven’t been close calls, including in Houston. The deadly collision in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night, has shaken those in the aviation industry. “I didn’t sleep last night,” TSU aviation program executive director Terrance Fountaine recalled. Fountaine’s overseen a program…
Gift Ideas for New Pilots
Few milestones in life compare with the thrill of slipping the bonds of Earth while taking the controls of an aircraft for the first time. Of course, as those who begin the journey well know, becoming a pilot is about far more than just logging flight hours. It’s a process of education, practice, and self-discovery. It’s the satisfying hum of…
Icelandair to launch new route to Miami with Airbus A321LR | Airlines
From October 2025, Icelandair will commence a brand-new direct service to Miami, Florida, using its latest aircraft, the Airbus A321LR. Icelandair announced on January 30, 2025, that the popular sunshine city of Miami would become its second destination in Florida after Orlando, with three flights a week scheduled to fly. Starting on October 25, 2025, and running until March 2026,…
Lufthansa & DLR Explore Quantum Computing for Airline Planning | Airlines
Lufthansa Industry Solutions (LHIND) has partnered with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) to explore how quantum computing can transform strategic and tactical planning in the airline industry. Lufthansa said the partnership, part of the DLR Quantum Computing Initiative (DLR QCI), aims to use quantum algorithms to tackle complex aviation challenges, from flight planning to crew scheduling. In a news statement…
Top 10 US Airlines by Added Seats in January 2025 | Airlines
The airline industry has been experiencing substantial growth after the pandemic era, with carriers boosting their seat capacity to meet rising passenger demand. As the morning shows the day, January is an important month for airlines to set the tone for the year, and 2025 was no exception. From legacy carriers to budget airlines, many US-based airlines expanded their seat…
Bargain Buys on AircraftForSale: 1967 Cessna 150G
Jason McDowell is a private pilot and Cessna 170 owner based in Madison, Wisconsin. He enjoys researching obscure aviation history and serves as a judge for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. He can be found on Instagram as @cessnateur. Source www.planeandpilotmag.com
Global Aviation Industry Is High On Optimism Despite The Challenges Up Ahead | Airlines
The challenge of environmental sustainability for the global aviation industry is driving a major expansion of investment and resources into developing new technologies and sustainable fuel sources The commercial aerospace sector is a $1.5 trillion industry and a critical enabler of economic growth. The airline industry operates more than 30,000 aircraft, carries almost five billion passengers and transports 30 per…
What we know so far | Airlines
A catastrophic midair collision occurred on January 29, 2025, near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), involving an American Eagle regional jet and a US Army Black Hawk helicopter. The incident resulted in the aircraft crashing into the Potomac River. The aircraft involved American Eagle Flight 5342: Operated by PSA Airlines, the flight was a Bombardier CRJ-700 (registration N709PS) en…
American Eagle Flight And Helicopter Collide Near Reagan National Airport | Avgeekery Aviation
American Airlines Flight 5342, a PSA Airlines CRJ-700 (N709PS), collided midair with a U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter near Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) while on approach to Runway 33 at approximately 9 p.m. local time on January 29, 2025. The FAA and NTSB have confirmed the crash and will lead the investigation. Flight 5342, which had 60 passengers and…
Europe torn between bigger airports and climate goals, ET TravelWorld | Airlines
A worker clears snow from an apron before guiding a Delta Air Lines jet at the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in Romulus, Mich., Jan. 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel) European airports must add terminals and runways to cope with growing air traffic despite concerns about the sector’s climate impact, according to industry insiders, as Britain backed expansion plans for…
Mastercard Teams With BMO, Porter Airlines on Travel Rewards | Airlines
Mastercard, BMO and Porter Airlines have launched a rewards program for Canadian travelers. The new BMO VIPorter Mastercard suite is set to roll out to Canadians in spring 2025, the companies announced Wednesday (Jan. 30). “Today’s consumer demands new offerings to bring them closer to their passions, including travel,” Diane Miquelon, senior vice president for financial institutions at Mastercard, Canada, said in a news release….
Spirit Airlines rejects second merger offer from Frontier | Airlines
Spirit Airlines has rejected a second offer by Frontier Group to merge, citing financial conditions. In a statement issued on January 29, 2025, Frontier argued that the newly proposed merger would provide “meaningful value to Spirit financial stakeholders, in excess of Spirit’s standalone restructuring plan.” Frontier believes that Spirit’s financial stakeholders could participate in the upside of a stronger…
Airline Announces New Route from LAX to European Tourist Hotspot | Airlines
American vacationers will have another way to get to Europe in 2025 after Norse Atlantic Airways announced a brand new flight route. The low-cost Norwegian carrier said it will be connecting Los Angeles, California, with the capital of Greece, Athens. The flight will launch on June 3, 2025, and is set to operate four times per week. Passengers will be…
EAA’s Attic — Curtiss Robin N50H Fabric
This piece originally ran in the December 2024 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. Among EAA’s many activities is restoring vintage aircraft. This fabric comes from the rudder of the EAA Aviation Museum’s Curtiss Robin that lives at Pioneer Airport. Taken off the Robin and replaced in 1973 when EAA received the airplane, this fabric is original to its 1956 re-covering when it was owned by Norm…
Understanding the True Cost of Learning to Fly
Learning to fly is a dream for many. My dream began as a child when a family friend who owned a flight school took my mom and me for a ride when I was 4 years old. Even at such a young age, the flying bug bit me and never let go. A dream though learning to fly might be,…
US Appeals Court Blocks Airline ‘Junk Fee’ Disclosure Rule Over Procedural Error But Lawsuit Remains Open | Airlines
A US appeals court has blocked a Biden Administration-era rule that would have forced airlines to display ‘junk fees’ like how much it would cost to check a bag or cancel a ticket prominently on their websites during the first step of a flight booking. The Department of Transportation (DOT) initially proposed the rule in 2022, and following a lengthy…
Future Air Force Tankers Might Have Efficient Blended Wing Design | Avgeekery Aviation
This would be a significant design difference from current tankers. In August 2023, the Air Force selected JetZero to partner with Northrup Grumman to develop a prototype to test the BWB design. This may also play a role in the Air Force’s long-term plans for its Next-Generation Aerial-refueling System (NGAS). Artist depiction of JetZero blended wing air refueling aircraft. |…
Bangkok Post – Aviation industry tipped to recover | Airlines
PUBLISHED : 29 Jan 2025 at 04:45 Small Medium Large Tourists at the Suvarnabhumi airport passenger terminal during last year’s Songkran festival. (Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb) The country’s aviation industry is expected to make a significant recovery and return to the pre-pandemic level this year, according to the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT). CAAT director Suttipong Kongpool…
Russia’s new MC-21 airliner delayed until 2026 | Airlines
Russia’s MC-21 airliner will not enter serial production until at least 2026, confirmed the head of Russian aerospace and defense conglomerate Rostec, Sergei Chemezov, on. January 24, 2025. This is not the first time that industrial production and the subsequent entry into service of the mid-sized aircraft type has been pushed further into the future. The MC-21, which performed its…
Global Aerospace Offers Valuable Insights on the Ever Evolving Engine Technologies in the Aviation Industry | Airlines
Beyond the Horizon: Innovations in Aviation Engine Technology Morris Plains, NJ, Jan. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Over the past decade, the aviation industry has undergone a period of significant advancement in engine technology. The engines used in commercial aviation today have come a long way in reducing emissions and increasing fuel efficiency. Kharina, A. and Rutherford, D. (2015). Fuel…
Boeing CEO Outlines Path to Recovery After Nearly $4 Billion Loss | Airlines
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg said the company is making progress on its recovery plan after reporting a nearly $4 billion loss for the last three months of 2024. During a call with analysts on Tuesday, Ortberg said the plane maker completed a safety management meeting with the Federal Aviation Administration, adding that the federal agency said it had seen “significant…
Bargain Buys on AircraftForSale: 1972 Piper PA-28 Cherokee
Ask experienced aircraft owners for advice on a great first airplane, and overwhelmingly, you’ll hear some common pieces of advice. Chief among them is to buy an airplane that fits the majority of your expected missions and buy a sorted example that has been well cared for. With no damage history and complete logs, today’s bargain is a veritable jack-of-all-trades…
Israel halts Paphos flights due to security concerns | Airlines
Israeli agency Shin Bet has ordered the suspension of commercial flights from Israel to Paphos, Cyprus, due to unspecified security concerns. On January 26, 2025, domestic airlines El AL, Arkia and Israir received a directive from Shin Bet prohibiting landings in Paphos, as confirmed by local media outlet inn.co. Flights already scheduled for Paphos will now be redirected to Larnaca. …
Willis Aviation Secures Major TUI Airways Fleet Maintenance Agreement | Airlines
Willis Aviation Services (WASL), a subsidiary of Willis Lease Finance (NASDAQ: WLFC), has secured a long-term General Terms Agreement with TUI Airways for base maintenance services on TUI’s narrowbody aircraft fleet. The partnership will initially focus on two Boeing 737NG maintenance checks at WASL’s facility at Teesside International Airport in Northeastern England. The collaboration aims…
Ryanair SWOT Analysis (2025) | Airlines
The Ryanair SWOT Analysis reveals the dynamics within one of Europe’s leading low-cost airlines. Established in 1984, Ryanair has consistently transformed the air travel landscape by capitalizing on a budget-friendly model that appeals to millions of passengers across various demographics. With a fleet of over 400 aircraft and a network of over 200 destinations, Ryanair is not just another airline;…
Willis Aviation Services Limited and TUI Airways Forge Transformative Long-Term Base Maintenance Partnership | Airlines
Driving Progress and Excellence: A New Era of Aviation Maintenance Collaboration COCONUT CREEK, Fla., Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Willis Lease Finance Corporation (NASDAQ: WLFC) (“WLFC” or the “Company”), the leading lessor of commercial aircraft engines and global provider of aviation services, announces its subsidiary, Willis Aviation Services Limited (“WASL”), a leading aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (“MRO”) provider,…
from fighter jets to ACMI with Avion Express | Airlines
Avion Express, a member of the Avia Solutions Group family and the world’s largest ACMI provider, is a rapidly growing airline with a strong presence across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas. As the company continues its expansion, it welcomes new pilots to join its multicultural team and grow alongside the organization. The ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) model is…
How to Choose a Flight School
Choosing the right flight school is an important decision. It will greatly impact the path you take toward your goals and has major implications for your work-life balance while in school, as well as your finances afterward. Aspiring pilots have different needs. Some plan to fly professionally, while others aim to enjoy personal flying for travel, business, or recreation. Your…
Couple Sues JetBlue After Block of Ice Falls Through Roof and Onto Their Bed | Avgeekery Aviation
The new year started with a bang for one Inglewood, California couple. A block of ice allegedly dropped from a JetBlue aircraft and crashed through the roof of their home and onto their bed. The couple is now suing the airline for a seven-figure lump sum. JetBlue has denied any wrongdoing and has declined to comment on ongoing litigation. JetBlue…
Why Delta Air Lines’ Employee Morale Is So High | Airlines
As Delta Air Lines proudly marks its centennial year, the celebration extends beyond its history and milestones. The airline emphasizes the vital role its employees play in the company’s success. In a generous gesture of appreciation, Delta is distributing $1.4 billion in profit-sharing to its dedicated workforce, recognizing and rewarding the hard work of its team members. … Source simpleflying.com
EAA’s The Green Dot — Boom Supersonic Chief Flight Test Engineer Nick Sheryka
This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Holly are joined by Boom Supersonic’s chief flight test engineer, Nick Sheryka, EAA 856196, to discuss the company’s XB-1 demonstrator aircraft, which is part of the development of the Boom Overture supersonic airliner. The Green Dot is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for their fellow aviation enthusiasts. The podcast features…
Budget 2025: Can India aviation sector overcome supply chain issues | Airlines
As the country’s aviation sector gets ready for Budget 2025, experts are hoping for measures that would address operational challenges and support the sector’s expansion. Ashish Chhawchharia, Partner, Grant Thornton Bharat suggests sustainable fuel technology and connectivity as the main priorities. “The aviation industry expects this year’s budget to allocate funding towards the ‘Ude Desh ka Aam Nagarik’ scheme (UDAN),…
DC Aviation-Al-Futtaim’s Managing Director on Dubai growth | Airlines
The Middle East is currently abuzz with executive aviation projects. However, more than a decade ago some operators had already spotted the region’s potential and decided to act upon it. DC Aviation Al-Futtaim VIP Terminal (DCAF), a joint venture between the UAE-based international conglomerate the Al-Futtaim Group and German executive aviation operator DC Aviation, was the first integrated corporate jet…
Atlanta’s 6 Canadian Routes & The Airlines Operating Them | Airlines
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), in Georgia, United States, is the world’s busiest airport, maintaining strong connections to a plethora of routes. Of these, six are connections to Canadian cities, reflecting the importance of cross-border travel for both business and leisure. In this article, we take a look at the Canadian destinations accessible from Atlanta, ranked from shortest to longest…
Azul Chief Admits Airline Ticket Prices Could Rise Following Merger With Brazil’s Gol | Airlines
Airline mergers have been credited for shaping the commercial airline industry to what it is today. Across the world, consolidation has led the industry to improved scale and profitability. In Europe, carriers like Air France and KLM have merged to create aviation giants with the assets and capabilities to create a profitable and reliable global network. Meanwhile, in the United…