Steelers' team plane forced to make emergency landing on way home from Las Vegas

The Delta Airlines charter from Las Vegas to Pittsburgh touched down at Kansas City International Airport at 3:57 a.m. CT. A person on the plane told Pittsburgh TV station WTAE an oil pressure light went off, prompting the plane to land. (www.usatoday.com) More...

Air Force Receives Its First Electric Air Taxi

The Air Force said on Monday that it had received its first electric passenger aircraft capable of taking off and landing vertically, a milestone for the companies that hope to one day sell thousands of such vehicles to serve as air taxis. Joby Aviation, an air taxi start-up, delivered the aircraft to Edwards Air Force Base in Southern California, where the first supersonic flight took place. Air taxis are typically powered by batteries and designed to lift off and land like helicopters, but… (www.nytimes.com) More...

Global event aims to get more women involved in aviation

Tens of thousands of people are participating in a global event this weekend, aiming to get more girls into aviation. The event is sponsored by “Women in Aviation,” which said it expects nearly 40,000 people to attend one of the local events. One of the local events took place at Flying Cloud Airport in Eden Prairie on Saturday. Attendees had the opportunity to meet female role models, attend career panels, get up close with aircraft, tour the airport and take part in hands-on educational… (kstp.com) More...

From Start To Finish: A Day In The Life Of An Aviation Power Plant Engineer

Aviation power plant engineers are vital to a jet engine program’s success and the engines’ continued operability. Whether in the design, manufacturing, testing, or maintenance phase, power plant engineers ensure that engines run within their design limits while complying with aviation safety guidelines. The roles and responsibilities of power plant engineers differ based on the area of work. This article shadows a day in the life of aviation power plant engineers while also covering how some… (simpleflying.com) More...

Air Canada Expands and Modernizes Fleet with 18 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners

Boeing and Air Canada have jointly announced a significant development in the carrier’s plans to modernize and expand its fleet. Air Canada, the nation’s flag carrier, has placed an order for 18 787-10 widebody jets from Boeing, with the option to acquire an additional 12. This move aligns with Air Canada’s broader strategy of reducing carbon emissions while simultaneously expanding its global route network. (www.airguide.info) More...

Delta Air Lines Will Finally Cut Its Proposed Portland-Tokyo Haneda Route

Delta Air Lines will not operate its proposed flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Tokyo-Haneda International Airport (HND) after negotiations with the Department of Transportation (DOT) fell through. Delta tried to swap its Haneda landing slot for a different US airport but was unsuccessful. Now, United Airlines is interested in taking on the slot for a service from either Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) or Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM).… (www.msn.com) More...

Niger Bans Air France & All Other French Aircraft From Its Airspace

The Republic of Niger has banned all French aircraft, including Air France, from operating in its airspace, reflecting the wishes of the people. Air France suspended flights to Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso due to safety concerns and now faces further restrictions on its operations in West Africa. Since the reopening of Niger's airspace, some airlines have resumed flights to Niamey, while others have begun flying over the country again, improving connectivity in the region. Nearly four… (www.msn.com) More...

Court Ruling Questions Lufthansa Offshoot Austrian Airlines' Dubious Environmental Claims: Report

In a recent court ruling, Austrian Airlines AG, a subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa AG (OTC: DLAKY), faced backlash for making inaccurate environmental claims, specifically misleading eco-conscious passengers into believing their flights were wholly sustainable. The controversy was sparked earlier this year when an Austrian consumer-protection body filed a lawsuit against Austrian Airlines. The airline's advertising suggested that its flights to an art exhibition in Venice, Italy, would be… (www.msn.com) More...

8 injured when JetBlue flight from Ecuador hits severe turbulence as it approaches Fort Lauderdale

A JetBlue flight from Ecuador to Fort Lauderdale hit extreme turbulence while landing in Florida on Monday, injuring seven passengers and a crew member, the airline said in a statement. JetBlue flight 1256 was headed from Guayaquil, Ecuador, to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport for a landing shortly after 5 a.m. when it “experienced sudden severe turbulence as it neared Florida,” the statement said. (www.msn.com) More...

Major US airports thrown into chaos with flights cancelled thanks to huge storms

Major US airports have been thrown into chaos as severe thunderstorms and poor weather conditions. LaGuardia Airport in New York released a statement Monday morning saying weather conditions have caused flight disruptions. Chicago's O'Hare Airport has also issued a ground stop for arriving flights due to nearby thunderstorms. (www.msn.com) More...

Dayton-bound Joby Aviation delivers first aircraft to the Air Force

Joby Aviation, Inc., which plans to launch large-scale manufacturing of electric aircraft in the Dayton area next year, said Monday it has delivered its delivered its first aircraft to the Air Force. The aircraft was delivered to Edwards Air Force Base in California some six months ahead of the expected 2024 delivery date, the Santa Cruz, Calif.-based company said Monday. (www.daytondailynews.com) More...

Wanted: Another school ready for takeoff

LONDONDERRY, N.H. — The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire has opened its search for another high school to start a student plane-building program. Started in partnership with the Manchester School of Technology in 2019, the program gives young people the opportunity to build a real airplane, museum officials noted. Working alongside volunteer mentors, high school students assemble a two-seat all-metal Van’s RV-12iS, a kit-based light sport aircraft. (generalaviationnews.com) More...

Air France-KLM to Place Order for 50 A350 to Renew Long-Haul Fleet

Air France-KLM picked Airbus SE’s A350 to renew its long-haul fleet, giving the European planemaker a major commercial win over arch-rival Boeing Co. as demand picks up for global travel. The Franco-Dutch group will place an order for 50 of the Airbus A350-900 and the larger A350-1000 model, alongside purchase rights for 40 additional aircraft, according to a statement. First deliveries will start in 2026 and run through to 2030. With the airline group’s existing A350s and those pending, the… (www.msn.com) More...

Ukraine’s SkyUp Receives FAA Permission To Fly Boeing 737s In US Airspace

SkyUp Airlines has received approval to operate flights in US airspace, allowing them to take advantage of the large aviation market through wet lease and charter flights. The approval required clearance from three US regulatory bodies - the Department of Transportation, Transportation Security Administration, and Federal Aviation Administration. The approved aircraft for US airspace are four Boeing 737-800s, previously owned by Malaysia Airlines and Sunwing. SkyUp Airlines has been granted… (www.msn.com) More...

Air France-KLM to order 50 Airbus A350 aircraft

On September 25, Air France-KLM announced plans to order 50 Airbus A350 long-haul aircraft. The group will also acquire purchase rights for an additional 40 aircraft. The deal includes the A350-900 and A350-100 models, with deliveries between 2026 and 2030. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

China Eastern Launches Wuhan's 1st Taipei Flight Since COVID

After a 3-year and 8-month hiatus, direct flights between Wuhan and Taipei have finally resumed, signaling a positive step towards the swift resumption of cross-strait exchanges. The fully-booked inaugural flight from Taipei to Wuhan carried over 100 prominent figures from Taiwan's political and business sectors. While the number of cross-strait flights is not yet at pre-pandemic levels, the gradual resumption of flights has made travel more convenient. After an interruption of nearly three… (www.msn.com) More...

FAA Investigates Two JetBlue Planes Hit by Green Lasers near Boston Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently investigating two laser strike incidents involving JetBlue planes near Boston Logan International Airport. These incidents occurred on Thursday morning, and the agency reported that the crews of JetBlue flights 494 and 972 experienced green laser illumination while landing at the airport. (www.airguide.info) More...

BermudAir Launches Flights To Ft. Lauderdale

BermudAir has launched flights from Bermuda to Ft. Lauderdale, now offering service between the two destinations six times per week. (www.gatechecked.com) More...

Aviation Africa 2023: How technology is driving efficiency for Africa’s airports

From biometrics and e-visas to smart security screening, data analytics and ensuring more efficient, sustainable operations the innovation and adoption of new technologies is enhancing efficiency and transforming the way passengers travel through airports on the African continent. During a panel session on how airports are facing the future at the 7th Aviation Africa summit held in Abuja, Nigeria last week, airport leaders discussed how technology is taking airports to new heights by… (www.regionalgateway.net) More...

FAA Issues Unapproved Parts Notification Over Fake Parts

American Airlines is the latest airline to fall victim to dubious parts. (simpleflying.com) More...