MIAMI – Amazon Air (MZN), formerly known as Amazon Prime Air, is set to welcome another ATR freighter aircraft, making it the third for MZN. According to cargofacts.com, an ex-Aurigny Air Services ATR 72-500F bearing MSN-853 was assigned an Amazon registration in the United States a couple of days ago. ATR for Short-haul Operations With rapid …
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Is the Boeing 737 MAX on Its Way Back to China?
MIAMI – Chinese officials have made an opening for the return of the Boeing 737 MAX to Chinese skies but no details are available as to when this will happen. Before the two accidents that finally grounded the MAX in March 2019, Chinese airlines, namely Air China (CA), China Eastern (MU), China Southern (CZ), Hainan …
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Eurocontrol: How is Aviation to Cope with Cyberattacks?
MIAMI – Eurocontrol’s European Air traffic Management-Computer Emergency Response Team (EATM-CERT) has published its findings on the state of cyber threats. The Think Paper #12, published on July 5, takes a comprehensive look at the increasing phenomenon that has affected the aviation industry, particularly airlines and their customers. With the support of Eurocontrol’s EATM-CERT data, …
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American Airlines Delivers COVID-19 Vaccines to Guatemala
MIAMI – American Airlines (AA) transported COVID-19 vaccines to Guatemala on a special July 8 cargo flight in cooperation with the White House COVID-19 task force, according to an AA press release. The flight, using a Boeing 777-200 aircraft, departed Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) before arriving in Guatemala City (GUA), Guatemala with 1.5 million …
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Today in Aviation: Maiden Flight of the Airspeed Ambassador
MIAMI – Today in Aviation, the first of three prototypes of the Airspeed Ambassador took to the skies for the first time in 1947. The prototype utilized in the test program, G-AGUA was piloted by Chief Test Pilot George B.S. Errington. The piston-engined airliner was created by the Brabazon Committee who identified the need for …
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Meet 3 boat owners who make a living by renting out or chartering their vessels to customers stir-crazy from the pandemic — sometimes raking in as much as $200,000 a month
Summary List Placement With summer underway, people are looking to head out on the water in greater numbers. The pandemic has only sparked even more interest, as people looking for a break from lockdowns turned to boating. Last year, there was a 35% jump in the number of boat purchases made by first-time buyers, according …
Invasion of the remote workers! How ‘digital nomads’ are ruining tropical paradises
Last May, after a few years of wandering, Younge landed in Tulum. It was here, quarantined in her rented apartment with the TV on, that she saw the news of George Floyd’s murder and the ensuing protests. “I found myself crying a lot more than I wanted to be crying,” she recalls. Searching for community, …
The 10 best places to buy a vacation home to rent out — and make bank off the post-pandemic travel boom
Summary List Placement Trying to snag a vacation rental this summer has been brutal unless you’re willing to fork over thousands of dollars. And many Americans, following months upon months inside, have been willing to do so. If you’re looking to get in on the action, real-estate resource Realtor.com just analyzed which markets have recently …
Vrbo is a popular vacation rental site with entire homes listed around the world — here’s what to know before you book
Summary List Placement Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky Although it’s commonly pronounced as “verb-oh”, Vrbo is actually an acronym that stands for “vacation rentals by owner,” which tells you a lot about the rental site right off the bat. These days, travelers are pretty accustomed to direct communication with hosts thanks to the rise …
IATA Global Media Days: Two Key Takeaways
MIAMI – As the IATA Global Media event comes to a close, let’s take a look at two important and rather concerning topics discussed on the closing day. While day one covered topics such as the latest economic trends, the challenges of the restart, infrastructure costs, and diversity, day 2 yielded conversations on the environment, …
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19 smart travel essentials flight attendants always pack, from space-saving skincare capsules to a hotel door lock for safety
Summary List Placement As many of us get back to traveling in a post-vaccine world, having the right lineup of reliable travel products is a must for ensuring safe and comfortable trips. And who better to turn to for the best travel essentials than flight attendants? After all, they’ve made a career out of …
30 things Canadians say that Americans don’t understand
Summary List Placement SEE ALSO: 27 fascinating maps that show how Americans speak English differently across the US A keener is a person who is extremely eager or keen. “Keener” is used interchangeably with terms like “brown-noser” and “overachiever.” Chirping and beaking means making fun of someone. Chirping is used in eastern Canada, while beaking is …
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Chase Aer Lingus Visa Signature card review: Earn 100,000 Avios to use for award flights to Europe — or partner flights closer to home
Summary List Placement Table of Contents: Masthead StickyAer Lingus Visa Signature® Card Review: Is the Aer Lingus Visa Signature Card the best credit card for you? If you’re looking to kick start your stash of Avios frequent flyer points, the Aer Lingus Visa Signature® Card could be a good choice. It’s offering an increased …
German Startups to Develop Hydrogen-powered Regional Aircraft
MIAMI – Two German firms will put hydrogen-based fuels at the forefront of their propulsion design philosophy. The H2FLY, a German startup advancing hydrogen fuel cell systems for aircraft, and Deutsche Aircraft, the latest German aircraft manufacturer declared their partnership on July 6. The companies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on …
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After more than 30 trips, I continue to be impressed by Bric’s Capri suitcases — here’s why I highly recommend this luggage set
Summary List Placement Table of Contents: Masthead StickyCapri 21″ Spinner with a computer pocket Expandable (small)Capri 27″ Spinner Expandable (small) I’m notoriously picky when it comes to suitcases and have returned several bags that didn’t work for me. But I was immediately impressed with the two bags I bought from Bric’s Capri suitcase collection. …
Eurowings Expands Summer, Winter Schedules
MIAMI – Eurowings (EW) does not want to be left behind in the summer vacation race and announces new services to Eastern Europe, Southeastern Europe, and North Africa. The announced services will fly from Düsseldorf (DUS) to Bergamo (BGY) in Italy, Kyiv (IEV) in Ukraine, and Zagreb (ZAG) in Croatia. Also added are Cologne/Bonn (CGN) …
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Don’t blame airlines for so called “sky-high” fares
Airlines left reeling by unprecedented financial losses during the pandemic have been accused of “profiteering” from a cut in the number of international passengers allowed back into Australia, with claims fares from London have reached as high as $38,000. The attack sparked by Federal Health Minister Greg Hunt began the attack, who warned airlines carriers …
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Amex Platinum cardmembers get up to $300 in Equinox credit every year — here’s how to use the benefit, even if you’re staying home
Summary List Placement The Platinum Card® from American Express offers up to $300 in annual credit for Equinox memberships. The credit is doled out up to $25 monthly when you pay for an Equinox membership with your card. You must enroll to receive the credits, and they don’t roll over — so use it …
Hawaii dropped travel restrictions to visit the islands locals say are already overflowing with tourists
Summary List Placement Hawaii eased some of its travel restrictions on Thursday, announcing that fully vaccinated domestic tourists no longer need to quarantine or take a pre-flight COVID-19 test. Unvaccinated tourists still have to either quarantine or test negative 72-hours before flying to the islands. But for those who are vaccinated, this new announcement is …
Aliansa DC-3 Missing Minutes after Takeoff
MIAMI – An Aliansa DC-3, HK-2820, was declared missing five minutes after takeoff from Villavicencio La Vanguardia Airport (VVC). According to Airportia News and Colombia’s Aeronautica Civil, the aircraft was on a training flight with a three-person crew when an emergency was declared after only five minutes of flight, losing contact thereafter. While search and …
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Activate your new American Express Platinum card benefits so you can get hundreds of dollars in perks
Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Disclaimer: Amex is an Insider advertiser. The Platinum Card® from American Express offers a ton of value from its welcome bonus and benefits. The annual fee is high, but the card pays for itself if you maximize its rewards and benefits. Some of these perks and credits require …
Virgin Atlantic Flies to the Caribbean Earlier than Expected
MIAMI – Virgin Atlantic (VS) is increasing its offer to Barbados (BGI), Antigua (ANU), and Grenada (GND) by nearly 300% ahead of the planned dates. With the move, VS is set to take full advantage of the above destinations, which have been added to the UK’s Green List. Now, the airline has modified its schedule …
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Emerald Airlines’ First ATR-72s Arrive from Virgin Australia
MIAMI – Beginning in September, a new regional airline is due to begin flights across Ireland as the Aer Lingus (EL) regional franchise. EL selected Emerald Airlines (no IATA code as yet), financially backed by founder Conor McCarthy and a number of private investors, following the collapse of EL’s most recent contractor, Stobart Air. On …
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How to use the Amex Platinum digital subscription credit to save up to $240 per year on services like Audible and SiriusXM
Summary List Placement The Platinum Card® from American Express offers up to $240 in annual digital subscription credits**. The credits aren’t automatic — you must enroll — and they don’t roll over, so “use it or lose it.” Currently, there are four subscription options — Peacock, Audible, SiriusXM, or The New York Times. …
Lufthansa Converts A321s for Short-haul Cargo Demand
MIAMI – Medium and short-haul cargo demand is on the rise and Lufthansa Group (LH), thru its Cargo Division, is to take advantage of the expanding market by deploying new all-cargo medium-haul aircraft to be stationed in Frankfurt (FRA). To do so, LH is permanently converting two of its Airbus A321 from passenger to freighter …
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Flair Airlines Adds Six US Destinations
MIAMI – Edmonton-based ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) Flair Airlines (F8) has announced its first expansion south of the Canadian border. Today, F8 announced the addition of six US destinations to its expanding network reach. From eight Canadian destinations, the carrier will fly non-stop to Fort Lauderdale, Orlando-Sanford, Phoenix-Mesa, Hollywood-Burbank, Palm Springs, and Las Vegas. “For years, …
Chase British Airways Visa Signature card review: Earn 100,000 versatile Avios points with sweet spot award prices to Hawaii and Europe
Summary List Placement British Airways Visa Signature® Card Review: Is the British Airways Visa Signature card the best credit card for you? The British Airways Visa Signature® Card has a new welcome offer that can be surprisingly useful, with a bonus of British Airways Visa Signature® Card. Before you dismiss it as a niche …