New superb colorized images of the Convair 990 – hot rod of the skies

Convair 990 at LAX. Colorized by Benoit Vienne American’s plan was to use the Convair jet for the first class only “Blue Streak” service and configure American’s 707s for all economy. American purchased 25 of what was essentially a new aircraft from Convair but the aircraft’s radical changes were not made clear to the General …

Emirates Celebrates 10 Years at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport

Emirates (EK) celebrated the 10th anniversary of service to Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) yesterday by flying its Expo2020 777-300ER. The post Emirates Celebrates 10 Years at Dallas-Fort Worth Airport appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

New Zealanders allowed to return home

New Zealanders will be able to return home from Australia from February 28 and from overseas from March 14. Air New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer Leanne Geraghty said, “today’s announcement is incredibly exciting news for New Zealanders overseas. Having the certainty they will be touching down on home soil and reuniting with friends …

Alaska Airlines, Finnair Expand Codeshare Agreement

As Alaska Airlines (AS) continues to boost its membership in the oneworld Alliance, it adds another codeshare agreement with Finnair (AY). The post Alaska Airlines, Finnair Expand Codeshare Agreement appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Today in Aviation: Japan Air Lines Launches First International Flights

Today in Aviation, Japan Air Lines (JL) began its first international scheduled air service from Tokyo to San Francisco with a DC-6B in 1954. The post Today in Aviation: Japan Air Lines Launches First International Flights appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Etihad Airways completes Stage 2 IATA Environmental Assessment

Etihad Airways has successfully completed IATA Environmental Assessment stage 2 and received accreditation in four key operational areas: facilities management, flight operations, Etihad technical division, Etihad Catering Services. The IATA Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) program is a blueprint for airlines to achieve sustainability in all air and ground operations. It is an evaluation system designed to …

Lufthansa Takes Delivery of First Airbus A321P2F

Lufthansa (LH) took delivery of its first Airbus A321P2F, which will be operated by its subsidiary Lufthansa Cityline from Frankfurt Airport. The post Lufthansa Takes Delivery of First Airbus A321P2F appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Today in Aviation: Boeing 727 Enters Service With Eastern Air Lines

Today in Aviation, the American-built, three-engined Boeing 727 entered service with launch customer Eastern Air Lines in 1964. The post Today in Aviation: Boeing 727 Enters Service With Eastern Air Lines appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Low-cost PLAY Airline Expanding to Steward in June

Low-cost Icelandic airline, PLAY (OG) has announced expanded service in the United States to Europe from Steward International Airport (SWF). The post Low-cost PLAY Airline Expanding to Steward in June appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Incredible video of British Airways aircraft tail strike and go around

An incredible video has been captured of a British Airways A321 tail strike and go-around during the Storm Corrie. Winds of up to 92mph were battering the UK causing chaos for travelers. The A321 was operating BA1307 from Aberdeen. SEE: The World’s Top Twenty Safest Airlines  SEE: Behind the scenes of the amazing Emirates advert …

Qatar Airways launches 777X freighter and buys 737 MAX

Qatar Airways has launched the 777X freighter and also buys the 737 MAX. Qatar Airways has ordered 34 of the 777-8 Freighter and taken options for 16 more, a total purchase that would be worth more than $20 billion at current list prices and the largest freighter commitment in Boeing history by value. The 777-8 …

Qatar Airways Orders up to 50 Boeing 777-8 Freighters

Boeing launches its 777X freighter with a 50-plane order from Qatar Airways (QR). The type is Boeing’s first new jet model in nearly five years. The post Qatar Airways Orders up to 50 Boeing 777-8 Freighters appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Today in Aviation: Boeing Finalizes Purchase of de Havilland Canada

Today in Aviation, the Boeing Company completed the purchase of Canadian aircraft manufacturer, de Havilland Canada, in 1986. The post Today in Aviation: Boeing Finalizes Purchase of de Havilland Canada appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

AirAsia X returns to Australia

Following a restructure, AirAsia X (AAX) is resuming its full commercial service post-pandemic between Kuala Lumpur and Sydney commencing from February 14 with amazing deals from A$399. The airline said it will prioritize full redemptions for its passengers affected by the restructuring with passengers able to reinstate their flight booking and utilize their credit account …

Airline Pilots at Double Risk of Melanoma, Skin Cancer

According to the NLM, airline pilots and cabin staff had nearly twice the risk of melanoma and other skin cancers as the general population. The post Airline Pilots at Double Risk of Melanoma, Skin Cancer appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Today in Aviation: ‘Friendship One’ Sets Round-the-world Record

Today in Aviation, Friendship One, a United Airlines (UA) Boeing 747-SP (Special Performance), set a new round-the-world record in 1988. The type circled the globe in 36 hours, 54 minutes, and 15 seconds. The jet (N147UA) had left Seattle’s Boeing Field (BFI) at 7:14 pm local time on January 28. Onboard were numerous journalists, celebrities, …

Capital A the new holding company for AirAsia.

AirAsia Group Berhad has changed its name to Capital A Berhad to reflect the Group’s new core business strategy as an investment holding company with a portfolio of synergistic travel and lifestyle businesses. CEO of Capital A, Tony Fernandes said: “This is not just about unveiling a new logo. It’s a significant milestone that marks …

Frenchman brings color to Pan American ‘s Douglas classic propliners

It is an art in itself – bringing aging black and white Pan American photos back to life with brilliant color. In his latest efforts, the 24-year old Frenchman Benoit Vienne has worked on Pan American’s classic DC-4, DC-6, DC-7, and DC-7C propliners which dominated the late 1940s, and 1950s. For Mr, Vienne colorization is …

US Airlines Cancel 5,000+ Flights amid Impending Snowstorm

Thousands of weekend flights were canceled across the US on Friday as a major winter storm is set to hit the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. The post US Airlines Cancel 5,000+ Flights amid Impending Snowstorm appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Video of China Airlines 747 smashing into cargo containers

A video has been uploaded of a China Airlines 747 smashing into cargo containers at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. The China Airlines Boeing 747-400F sustained substantial damage to the number 2 engine following a crash into a baggage cart that was carrying containers. Simple Flying is reporting that the Chicago Department of Aviation said there were …

Qatar Airways to launch Boeing 777X Freighter?

Bloomberg is reporting that Boeing is set to launch the 777X freighter, with a 50-aircraft from Qatar Airways. The news agency said that “the announcement is set to coincide with a meeting between Qatar’s ruling emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and U.S. President Joe Biden in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 31.” Bloomberg said …

Boeing is coming back!

Boeing is coming back! That is the view of the world’s leading aerospace analyst New York-based Bernstein Research after Boeing posted its full-year results for 2021. Boeing’s revenue for 2021 was US$62.3 billion up 7 percent on 2020 and its loss reduced from US$11.94b to US$4.29b. This year Bernstein said Boeing’s revenue will leap 34 …

United Airlines Opens Flight Academy in Phoenix

United Airlines (UA) officially opened its Aviate Academy in Phoenix, Arizona. The flight school will allow UA to train half of its future Pilots. The post United Airlines Opens Flight Academy in Phoenix appeared first on Airways Magazine. read more ⇒ Source:: “Airways Magazine”

Today in Aviation: First Flight of the Potez 62

Today in Aviation, the French-built, twin-engined civilian airliner, the Potez 62, took to the skies for the first time in 1935. The aircraft was designed by Henry Potez, a French aviation engineer who founded his own company Aviation Potez in 1919. During the First World War, many of his factory-built land and seaplanes were considered …