MIAMI – Delta Air Lines (DL) continues to build up its fleet renewal by adding 30 Airbus A321neo to its standing order with the European manufacturer. With this decision, DL takes a leading position in the recovery and looks forward to the future by adding reliable and low-emissions types of aircraft with the aim to …
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Ryanair Pulls out of Northern Ireland
MIAMI – Europe’s Largest Low-cost Airline, Ryanair (FR) will cease all flights to and from both Belfast International Airport (BFS) and Belfast City Airport (BHD), two crucial gateways of Northern Ireland. At the moment the airline continues to operate as per its summer schedule and demand is being met but at the end of …
Hopes fading for airline recovery in 2021
Hopes are fading for airline recovery in 2021 according to a new report from the Official Airline Guide. The International Air Transport Association’s expected industry losses for this year are likely to be larger than they expected unless something significant happens soon suggests OAG’s John Grant in the report. IATA has forecast net airline industry …
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The 8 top luxury resorts with kids’ clubs that give parents more free time to relax and unwind
Summary List Placement Table of Contents: Masthead Sticky After I became a mom, I learned fast that few family trips could properly be called a vacation for parents. In many cases, it became more about schlepping gear and trying to entertain little ones than actually relaxing. But when I discovered the world of hotel …
Civil Reserve Air Fleet Activated to Fly Afghanistan Evacuees
MIAMI – The Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) has been activated for the third time in history to fly evacuees from Afghanistan to safe destinations. France, Germany, and Belgium have also taken similar action involving their own national airlines. The Civil Reserve Air Fleet (CRAF) is a cooperative, voluntary program involving the Department of Transportation …
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The best credit card deals this week include new small-business and student credit cards and loads of increased offers to earn points, miles, or cash back
Table of Contents: Masthead StickySummary List Placement If you’re making plans for a winter getaway or just want to earn cash back you can use for anything, it’s a great time to open a new credit card. Almost all of the big credit card issuers have recently launched huge offers and even brand-new cards, including …
Florida Tech: First University to Acquire, Fly Electric Plane
MIAMI – The Florida Institute of Technology (Florida Tech), a private research university in Melbourne, Florida, has become the first American University to own and fly an electric airplane. In a press, release the school said that it recently purchased The Velis Electro, a two-seat aircraft manufactured by Pipistrel. The aircraft was introduced last year …
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10 once-in-a-lifetime experiences you can book on Airbnb in the US
Summary List Placement When planning what to do on vacation, there are always sightseeing and tasting tours, but for a more memorable time, consider Airbnb Experiences. In the same way that Airbnb is a platform to book accommodations, Airbnb Experiences lets hosts offer their services to take you places you would never think of, …
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Qatar Airways Privilege Club offers superb deals
Sure, flying is a bit of a challenge right now but soon the world will be freely available for us all again but will you be ready with thousands of frequent flyer points to spend getting to your dream destination? And which airline has the most international connections to get you there? Qatar Airways, which …
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Qantas launches a COVID vaccination mega prizes
The Qantas Group has launched its reward campaign for COVID-19 vaccinated Australians to recognise their role in helping the country get out of lockdown. Australia is in a major lockdown in a number of states including the largest, NSW and Victoria, due to the Delta variant, while the vaccine rollout has been sluggish up till …
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Lufthansa’s Last Ever MD-11 Aircraft
MIAMI – Lufthansa Cargo (LH) is on the verge to retire its last remaining MD-11 freighter aircraft, becoming an all Boeing 777F operator. With an average age of 23 years, the airline has been actively retiring the type and this year saw two of the last three already make its exit with the last one …
Kabul Airport: Turkey Ready to Take over Airport Safety
MIAMI – In the course of a recent TV interview, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pointed out the continuing presence of Turkish military forces at Kabul airport (KBL) and the readiness to continue to be present and ensure cooperation in all fields for the benefit of the Afghan people The Turkish President underlined the fact …
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Thales, DAS Partners’ New Instrument Landing System
MIAMI – The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government Civil Aviation Department (CAD), has selected Thales and its partner Dah Chiong Hong-Dragonair Airport GSE service Ltd. (DAS) for the deployment of the new instrument Landing System (ILS) at the Three Runways System expansion at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). Thales and DAS, whose selection has …
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I’ve been traveling the world as a digital nomad for years, and I’ve discovered 7 simple ways to save money as a solo traveler
Summary List Placement Over the last few years, the explorer in me has found a way to create remote working opportunities for myself all over the world. I’ve spent months on my own as a solo traveler and always found a way to make the finances work. I am from the UK and live here …
I grew up in Portland, and I love it. Here’s why I’m never moving back, even though I can work from anywhere.
Summary List Placement It was around the time of the second baby that we started to think about where to settle down. For many years my wife and I had pursued the semi-itinerant lifestyle of freelance workers. Place was a liquid commodity. We changed apartments every year or two. The one consistency was the summertime, …
I stayed at luxury treehouse resorts in 4 different states. My favorite perk was the outdoor hot tubs — here’s what they were like
Summary List Placement I always research different locations when I travel to find unique, one-of-a-kind properties that will make the trip memorable. Over time I’ve noticed more luxury treehouses popping up in hotel searches and on Airbnb. After my first stay in one, I was hooked. These properties are the best of all worlds: They …
Today in Aviation: Sir Freddie Laker Accepts US$8m Settlement from British Airways
MIAMI – Today in Aviation, Sir Freddie Laker accepts an US$8m out-of-court settlement from British Airways (BA) in 1985. The aviation entrepreneur had claimed that BA, amongst others, had tried to drive his airline out of business. The original pioneer of low-cost trans-Atlantic flights, Sir Freddie created his airline Laker Airways (GK) in 1966. Bold …
Pilot’s Corner: Storm Dodging
MIAMI – The role of a pilot is to get his or her aircraft and passengers safely and efficiently to their destination, on time and without incidents. Most passengers dislike turbulence; it is uncomfortable and is the main source of anxiety for nervous flyers (and non-fatal injuries). There are four main types of turbulence: Clear …
Thai Airways: Is a Brighter Future in Sight?
MIAMI – Thai Airways (TG) may have a brighter future if the trend shown by its H1 2021 report continues during the course of the year. The Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi (BKK) based airline has published its first-semester report which shows a profit of US$3636.7m (THB11.1bn) comparing positively against a loss of US$840.3m (THB28.2bn) reported for the same …
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Italian Newcomer Sky Alps to Grow Network
MIAMI – Airlines around the world continue to find niche opportunities during the pandemic. Italian start-up carrier Sky Alps, based in the South Tyrolean city of Bolzano (BZO), is the latest to announce growth. CEO Josef Gostner tells local newspaper Aldo Adige that the airline will launch service to four new destinations from Dec. 15: …
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A hidden Greek island is now the hottest tourist destination thanks to brands, influencers, and luxury yacht owners flocking to its beaches
Summary List Placement The model didn’t break a sweat — an impressive feat, considering she was wearing knee-high leather boots and a heavy knitted dress close to noon on a Friday in early July. Temperatures were nudging the low 90s on the Greek island of Milos, and I watched as hair and makeup rushed over …
Longest Ever Boeing 737 Flight
MIAMI – The most-sold commercial aircraft, the Boeing 737 series has an average range between 5,000 to 7,000 km depending on the variant. With this range most commercial flights last to a maximum of around seven hours due to weight and other restrictions. In 1999, Boeing came out with a VIP version of the 737 …
30 Aircraft Facts to Blow Your Mind
MIAMI – Even the most intrepid globetrotters are often in the dark when it comes to what actually goes on behind the scenes on aircraft. You may be a seasoned flyer with foolproof strategies for packing an overhead compartment, getting upgrades, or taking a nap when you reach cruising altitude. However, many travelers might not …
Faster, Cheaper Ethanol-to-jet-fuel on the Horizon
MIAMI — A patented process for converting alcohol sourced from renewable/industrial waste gases into jet or diesel fuel is being scaled up at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory with the help of partners at Oregon State University and the carbon-recycling experts at LanzaTech. Two key technologies power the energy-efficient fuel production units. …
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American Express Gold Card review: A big welcome offer, dining and Uber credits, and bonus points in top categories are hard to beat
American Express® Gold CardSummary List PlacementTable of Contents: Masthead Sticky Review: Is the Amex Gold the best card for you? The American Express® Gold Card got a makeover earlier this year with the addition of new statement credits and the return of the stylish rose gold card design, but there are plenty of other reasons …
Today in Aviation: Maiden Flight of the BAC One-eleven
MIAMI – Today in Aviation, the prototype British Aircraft Corporation (BAC) One-Eleven took to the skies for the first time in 1963. G-ASHG wore launch customer British United Airways livery. The airline had ordered ten examples in May 1961. The One-Eleven was born out of the 30-seat Hunting Aircraft H107. However, before a prototype was …
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Hope lies with vaccines as Sydney Airport loss widens
First-half loss Losses at Sydney Airport widened by more than 80 percent to $97.4 million in the first half of 2021 as the nation’s biggest airport braces for a brutal second half. Passenger numbers at the airport for the first half were down 36.4 percent to 6 million, with international down 91 percent and domestic …
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