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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 …
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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 …
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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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 …
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Lilium GmbH recently announced the beginning of flight testing for one of its 5th generation technology demonstrators, PHX2. The aircraft arrived at the ATLAS Flight Test Center in Villacarrillo, in Spain. It will now continue its flight test campaign, flying faster and for a longer time. The company also hired a new Chief test pilot, …
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When one thinks about the types of jobs the airline industry offers, the first ones that come to mind are Pilots or Flight Attendants. However, there are thousands of people working behind the scenes to make the air travel industry run. If you want to apply for a job at an airline, there are many …
Boeing has reported fourth-quarter revenue of US$14.8 billion, reflecting higher commercial volume and lower defense revenue. The company recorded operating cash flow of $0.7 billion. David Calhoun, Boeing President, and Chief Executive Officer said “2021 was a rebuilding year for us as we overcame hurdles and reached key milestones across our commercial, defense, and services …
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Boom Supersonic, which it says is building the world’s fastest and most sustainable supersonic airliner, has selected the Piedmont Triad International Airport in Greensboro, North Carolina as the site of its first full-scale manufacturing facility. In a press release, it said that “the Overture Superfactory will be a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, including the final assembly …
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DALLAS – Political tensions continue to mount in Ukraine as an estimated 100,000 Russian soldiers are now deployed on the country’s eastern border. Fears are growing that there could be a potential all-out Russian invasion, and airlines have been reacting to the threat. Numerous people are now attempting to flee the country, which has led …
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DALLAS – 12 new Boeing 737-8 aircraft are on their way to GOL Linhas Aéreas Inteligentes (G3) due to a US$600m funding agreement with Castlelake LP. The transaction will benefit Brazil’s largest domestic airline by adding 10 financed-leased craft to the fleet, along with two sale-leasebacks. “The financing for these 737 MAX aircraft initiates a …
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DALLAS – Today in Aviation, the British-built Miles M.57 Aerovan prototype aircraft took to the skies for the first time in 1945. The aircraft took off from the manufacturer’s Woodley Facility, Berkshire, piloted by Tommy Rose. Towards the end of World War II, numerous British aircraft manufacturers looked at creating new civilian airliners to meet …
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DALLAS – FedEx Express (FX) recently completed a major expansion of its air cargo hub at Miami International Airport (MIA), positioning Miami to play a greater role in the global FX network. In an exclusive interview with Airways, Vise President of Operations for the FX Latin America and Caribbean Division, Basil Khalil discussed the enhanced …
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DALLAS – Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines (DL) begins a wide-reaching initiative to build a “more sustainable and people-first future for air travel.” This month, the airline is refreshing its onboard product offerings and will provide passengers with artisan-made amenity kits, recycled bedding, reusable and biodegradable service ware, and premium canned wine. The airline estimates that, …
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DALLAS – Wisk Aero, a provider of advanced air mobility (AAM) eVTOL aircraft, has received US$450m in financing from the Boeing Company. Wisk claims to be the first all-electric, self-flying air taxi in the United States and that the Boeing investment makes it one of the world’s most well-funded AAM firms. Wisk will use the …
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DALLAS – Today, Airbus has launched a new service to transport outsized cargo, centered around the unique BelugaST (Super-Transporter) aircraft. The aircraft, based on the Airbus A300-600, has been renowned for the day-to-day responsibility of transporting Airbus’ aircraft manufacturing parts from the different production sites to the Final Assembly Lines of the manufacturer in Toulouse, …
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