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The groundbreaking work of aerospace engineer Richard Godfrey in more precisely tracking MH370 has been given a significant boost by the release of aircraft flight data by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. The release of the flight plan data facilitated by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau under a strict confidentially agreement will allow Mr. Godfrey …
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US research analyst Bernstein has reported that the WSJ is reporting that Boeing’s 787 deliveries have been halted by the FAA. “The WSJ reported that this delay is because the FAA has requested more information surrounding Boeing’s proposed solution to previously identified quality issues. This delivery shutdown should not have been a big surprise. We had …
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Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Global Entry is a fantastic way to save time whenever you enter the US from abroad. Membership isn’t free, but the $100 application fee is worth the price for frequent travelers. Some travel credit cards will reimburse you for the cost, including several low-annual-fee cards. Read Insider’s guide to …
MIAMI – Frontier Airlines (F9) today launched a new service between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Montego Bay Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Jamaica with Airways in attendance. The service by F9, operating three times weekly, complements the existing American Airlines (AA) service between MIA and MBJ, bringing competition to the market. Comments from Officials …
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Summary List PlacementBrex 30 Card Review: Is the Brex Card the best credit card for you? When you think of the most rewarding small-business credit cards, you might assume that you’ll need to shell out a sizable fee each year for the ability to rack up bonus points. The Brex Card, however, proves that …
MIAMI – According to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Boeing has provisionally stopped deliveries of its 787 Dreamliners. This is because the FAA seeks more evidence to evaluate whether the planemaker’s intended investigation process satisfies safety regulations. “Boeing still needs to show that its proposed inspection method would meet FAA’s federal safety …
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Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Many travel rewards cards offer elite-like hotel benefits when you book with their online portals. Amex, Chase, Mastercard, and Visa all field hotel-booking portals with varying benefits. The prices through credit card travel portals are often on par with booking directly through hotels. Read Insider’s guide to …
Summary List Placement With more people getting vaccinated and travel ramping up in the US and around the world, Airbnb announced in a press release Thursday that it will not be allowing guests to throw parties at Airbnb rentals through the end of the summer. The company at the beginning of the pandemic said that …
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MIAMI – Born as Marcel Ferdinand Bloch in Paris on January 22, 1892, the future French engineer decides very early to embrace a career in aviation after seeing a Wright aircraft fly around the Eiffel Tower. In 1913 he obtains a degree in aeronautical engineering and one year later joins the “Laboratoire de Recherche Aeronautiques” …
MIAMI – Airbus anticipates an aircraft market recovery between 2023 and 2025, led by narrow-bodied types, and is preparing for it by updating its production plans for all its families of aircraft. As announced by a press release issued on May 27, the European aircraft maker, the world’s largest manufacturer as of 2020, has updated …
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MIAMI – Today in aviation, Dassault Aviation Mercure takes to the air for the first time from Bordeaux-Merignac Airport (BOD) in 1971. Dassault Aviation Chief Pilot, Jean Courot, co-pilot Jerome Resal, and test engineer Gerard Joyeuse were onboard the May-28 maiden flight. The Mercure project was pushed by the Direction Générale de l’Aviation Civile (DGAC), …
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Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky There are few places on earth that capture the imagination quite like Iceland. Known as the land of fire and ice, the country’s ethereal moon-like landscapes, extreme forces of nature, and abundance of design-forward, eco-friendly hotels have helped fuel its popularity. As of publishing, Iceland is open to …
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Reuters is reporting that Australia’s national airline Qantas is considering rewarding customers who have received both doses of a COVID vaccine with incentives like frequent flyer points or flight vouchers to help boost vaccination rates in Australia. The airline has consistently said that it will require all passengers to be vaccinated when it restarts international …
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Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Classic seaside resorts and a party culture that rivals the Jersey Shore define Ocean City, Maryland, making it a popular beach getaway for families, spring breakers, and everyone in between. Sure, the famed boardwalk and thrill rides may seem kitschy to some, but to others, they just …
MIAMI – Continuing its expansion towards leisure destinations, US carrier Alaska Airlines (AS) has announced new services between the West Coast and the Central American country of Belize. The new flights will link Los Angeles (LAX), and Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) to Belize City (BZE), with the route starting on November 19. Flights between LAX and BZE …
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MIAMI – The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that Boeing will pay at least US$17m in penalties under a settlement agreement announced Wednesday. In addition, the world’s second-largest aircraft manufacturer will undertake corrective actions with its production of the Boeing 737 MAX and Next Generation (NG) aircraft. In a news release, the FAA …
MIAMI – Rolls-Royce announced it has inaugurated Testbed 80, the world’s most extended and sophisticated enclosed aerospace test platform. The company welcomed the Secretary of State for the Department of Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy, Rt. Hon Kwasi Kwarteng in an official ceremony held in Derby, UK. According to its press release, after three years …
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Summary List Placement Elfi Starrett, 74, has a room in her home in Bradenton, Florida, dedicated solely to travel planning, with bags packed to go. She and her 83-year-old husband, Sam, have traditionally taken at least three or four international trips a year, mostly cruises. A small card, 3 inches by 5 inches, is pinned …
Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky For an East Coast getaway with plenty of outdoor opportunities, New Englanders have a wealth of options, but few hold a candle to Newport, Rhode Island. Neither too big nor too small, this scenic city is a four-season destination with miles of beaches, so exploring the spoils …
Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Beautiful old town squares, a scenic riverside, important history, dynamic arts, and a thriving dining scene all flanked by swaying Spanish moss all contribute to the striking beauty of Savannah. Savannah is a relaxed, accessible destination that is family-friendly, eminently walkable, and offers good value outside of …
MIAMI – Alaska Airlines (AS) and Airspace Intelligence have announced the signing of a multi-year contract for the use of Flyways AI™. The platform uses artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to assist dispatchers in making flight operations more efficient and sustainable. The application is also capable of optimizing routes and improving the predictability and …
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TAMPA – After years of planning and rumors in the industry, Breeze Airways (MX), the latest venture from David Neeleman, is starting services today with a maiden flight from Tampa (TPA) to Charleston (CHS). From Moxy to Breeze Launched in 2018 under the codename ‘Moxy,’ Neeleman and a group of investors that include Robert Milton …
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The incredible success of the single-aisle A320 is propelling Airbus to look at a production rate of an industry-high 75 a month by 2025. In a statement to its supply chain, Airbus said that it continues to expect the commercial aircraft market to recover to pre-COVID levels between 2023 and 2025, led by the single-aisle …
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Summary List Placement The New United Quest℠ Card and United Club℠ Infinite Card are the most premium United credit cards. Their annual fees can be worth it if you maximize benefits like free checked bags on United flights. The right card for you depends on how often you fly United and if you want airport …
Summary List Placement Breeze Airways is finally making its debut on May 27 just in time for Memorial Day weekend and the start of what will likely be a busy summer season. An initial slate of 39 routes across 16 cities will launch between May 27 and July 29, boasting fares are as low as …
Summary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Sure, the Hollywood sign is one of Los Angeles’ most famous landmarks, but there’s perhaps nothing more iconic than the LA coastline, sprawling with beautiful beaches and warmed by year-round sunshine. Naturally, many of the 50 million or so annual visitors to the city want to stay …
MIAMI – In a move to strengthen its position in the European cargo market, DHL (QY) is creating a brand new airline located in Austria. DHL has already engaged in actions destined to obtain the necessary clearance from the Austrian Civil Aviation Authority and, once approval is granted, establish the new airline and start operations, …
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