An ITA Airways Airbus A330neo departing LAX came with a few hundred feet of an American Airbus A32 also departing the same airfield. (www.gatechecked.com) More...
Kazakhstan’s flag carrier Air Astana and Boeing announced on November 6, 2025, that the airline will purchase up to 15 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners as part of its fleet modernization and global network expansion program. Under the agreement, Air Astana aims to strengthen its long-haul operations and enhance the passenger experience with Boeing’s latest widebody aircraft. (airguide.info) More...
Cargo airlines are still figuring out exactly how to comply with the FAA order on fewer flights across the board, but mostly could escape any big impact to their operations. (www.freightwaves.com) More...
It can be a smart saver if you travel light, don’t need flexibility, and don’t rely on checked bags or seat choice. But it may be a hidden trap if you need changes, free baggage, or want to pick seats ahead of time. (Inferred by comparing cost savings vs. restrictions) To make it work: Evaluate the true cost (ticket + potential bag/seat fees), compare with Main Cabin, and consider your travel style (flexibility vs. absolute lowest cost). (siyatra.com) More...
FAA Flight Cancellations: As the United States faces another government shutdown, the nation’s largest air carriers have begun implementing flexible refund and change policies in anticipation of significant flight reductions. The proactive measures come as federal authorities prepare to impose substantial restrictions on air travel operations, threatening to disrupt the travel plans of thousands of Americans across the country. (siyatra.com) More...
Boeing will not face criminal prosecution over the two 737 Max jetliner crashes that killed 346 people, after a U.S. federal judge in Texas granted the Justice Department’s request to dismiss the conspiracy charge against the aerospace giant. The decision, issued Thursday Nov. 7 by U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor, closes a contentious chapter in one of aviation’s deadliest corporate scandals. (airguide.info) More...
Boeing and Somon Air, the national carrier of Tajikistan, announced that the airline has committed to its largest-ever aircraft order, selecting up to 14 Boeing 787 Dreamliner and 737 Max airplanes to expand and modernize its fleet. The agreement includes up to four 787-9 Dreamliners for long-haul operations and up to ten 737-8s to enhance regional connectivity and replace older 737 models. (airguide.info) More...
Uzbekistan Airways has finalized a major order with Boeing, converting eight previously held options into firm commitments for new widebody aircraft. The updated deal brings the flag carrier’s total order for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners to 22, including 14 firm orders and eight options. (airguide.info) More...
The captain of one of the Delta Air Lines regional jets that collided at the intersection of two taxiways at LaGuardia Airport in New York last month told investigators he did not recall hearing instructions to give way to the other plane, according to a preliminary report Thursday from the National Transportation Safety Board. An aircraft carrying 32 people was preparing for takeoff to Roanoke, Virginia, on the night of Oct. 1 when its wing smashed into the front of an aircraft taxiing after… (www.msn.com) More...
A US federal judge has dismissed the Department of Justice’s fraud case against Boeing over 737 Max certification, despite expressing doubt that the non-prosecution agreement serves the public interest and facing opposition from crash victims’ relatives. (www.newsbytesapp.com) More...
German airline Condor on Wednesday officially retired the Boeing 757 from its fleet. The type made one final journey for Condor, flying from Frankfurt to Vienna and back. On board were airline employees, reporters, and a group of aviation enthusiasts who won seats on the flights through an auction. According to Aerospace Global News, the service back to Frankfurt took a looping, indirect route that, when viewed from above, roughly spelled out "7-5-7" over eastern Germany. Condor has… (www.msn.com) More...
Authorities have identified a weather balloon as the likely object that struck a United Airlines aircraft mid-flight, cracking its windshield at 36,000 feet over Moab, Utah. The incident occurred on October 16 aboard a Boeing 737 Max traveling from Denver to Los Angeles, forcing an emergency diversion to Salt Lake City. (airguide.info) More...
Federal investigators have recovered both flight recorders from the wreckage of the UPS cargo plane that crashed and exploded during takeoff from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport on Tuesday evening, killing at least 12 people. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirmed Wednesday that the cockpit voice recorder and flight data recorder were found intact despite the intense fire that followed the crash. (airguide.info) More...
Delta Airlines, Inc. announced today that it will be implementing a carefully structured reduction in flight operations at 40 major airports across the United States beginning Friday, November 7, 2025. This action comes as a direct response to a formal directive issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the United States Department of Transportation (DOT), which requires airlines to adjust their operational capacity during the current period of air traffic control constraints. (siyatra.com) More...
The International Airlines Group (IAG) has formalized a deal with SpaceX’s Starlink to provide high-speed internet access to its range of subsidiary airlines. (www.gatechecked.com) More...
Free 48-hour Flight Cancellations Policy: India’s aviation sector is on the brink of a major transformation as the Directorate General of Civil Aviation introduces groundbreaking regulations that prioritize passenger convenience and financial protection. The new DGCA air travel rules represent a significant shift toward passenger-friendly policies, with the centerpiece being an unprecedented 48-hour free cancellation window for flight bookings. (siyatra.com) More...
Taiwan is implementing transformative changes to its pilot certification regulations, lowering minimum ages and raising maximums, aiming to boost its aviation workforce amidst global pilot shortages. This shift seeks to align Taiwan with international standards and enhance recruitment strategies for local airlines. (aeroxplorer.com) More...
The Federal Aviation Administration will reduce flight capacity by 10% at 40 major airports across the country, officials announced during a press conference on Wednesday. The decision could cut thousands of flights per day. The restrictions will go into effect Friday morning, FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said. ABC News obtained the list of airports, which includes Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson, Boston Logan, all three New York City-area airports,… (www.msn.com) More...
Canada’s aviation regulator has certificated Bombardier’s Global 8000 business jet, a milestone three years after the Montreal manufacturer launched development of its longest-range and fastest aircraft. (bombardier.com) More...
While most cabin refurbishments focus on plush seats and mood lighting, one Florida company believes the next big upgrade lies in something passengers barely notice: the window shade. (aeroxplorer.com) More...
President Donald Trump has once again nominated Jared Isaacman to lead NASA, after cancelling his first nomination earlier this year. The tech billionaire and commander of the Polaris space program has led two missions to orbit with SpaceX, with more planned. Should he become NASA Administrator, he will lead the agency’s journey back to the moon with the Artemis program, which is set to fly the first crew into lunar orbit as soon as spring 2026. (avgeekery.com) More...
In a significant development for premium air travel, Etihad Airways has unveiled comprehensive details about the configuration of its incoming Airbus A321LR (Long Range) aircraft, featuring an innovative three-class cabin that includes exclusive first class suites. This move represents a strategic shift in how airlines are approaching narrowbody aircraft design, bringing widebody comfort to single-aisle jets. (siyatra.com) More...
More than 70 aircraft are struck by lightning every day, yet passengers rarely notice thanks to advanced lightning-protection systems. These systems, however, are optimized for traditional “tube-and-wing” aircraft. As the aviation industry explores futuristic configurations like blended-wing bodies and truss-braced designs to improve fuel efficiency, researchers at MIT have developed a new physics-based lightning-prediction tool to ensure the next generation of airplanes remains safe. (airguide.info) More...
Opening arguments are set to begin Wednesday, November 5, in Chicago in the first U.S. civil trial against Boeing stemming from the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash that killed all 157 people on board. After a full day of jury selection at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse, five women and three men were chosen to hear the case, which marks a major legal milestone in the years-long battle over the safety of Boeing’s 737 MAX aircraft. (airguide.info) More...
Authorities temporarily shut down operations at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) on November 4, 2025, after a caller claimed United Airlines Flight 512 would explode upon landing unless $500,000 in cryptocurrency was paid. The flight, arriving from Houston, landed safely, and all 89 passengers were evacuated without injuries. (airguide.info) More...
A UPS plane with three crew members aboard crashed late Tuesday afternoon in Louisville, Kentucky, officials said. UPS Flight 2976 crashed around 5:15 p.m. local time after departing Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said. […] (www.nbcnews.com) More...
A strange message began appearing in US METAR observations on 2 November, leaving pilots, dispatchers, and officials asking the same question: how could something like this happen? (avgeekery.com) More...
Ryanair is accelerating pilot recruitment as it prepares to integrate the Boeing 737-10 the large narrowbody aircraft—into its fleet by spring 2027. With certification expected by mid-2026, Boeing’s improved production schedule has reassured Ryanair that its first 15 aircraft will arrive on time, prompting immediate action to secure flight crew. (airguide.info) More...
Passengers on a Frontier Airlines flight from Denver to Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) faced a tense and frightening situation Monday morning after a bomb threat note was discovered onboard, prompting a full emergency response and nearly two hours of confinement on the tarmac. (airguide.info) More...
United Airlines introduction of a debit rewards card follows Southwest Airlines’ similar product launch just one week earlier, suggesting a growing trend among major carriers to expand payment options beyond traditional credit cards. This competitive movement indicates airlines recognize the value in capturing loyalty from customers across different financial product preferences and credit profiles. (siyatra.com) More...
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, currently serving as NASA’s interim administrator, has issued a stark warning: all U.S. commercial flights may be grounded ahead of Thanksgiving, one of the year’s busiest travel periods. (airguide.info) More...
The ultra-low-cost carrier continues trimming its network as it adjusts to a smaller fleet and ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. (airlinegeeks.com) More...
Briton Viswashkumar Ramesh was the only person to walk away from the crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, in June, with his younger brother among the victims. (news.sky.com) More...
The United States Coast Guard has signaled its intent to rapidly modernize its strategic air fleet, planning for the sole-source procurement of two Gulfstream G700 aircraft to serve as its next-generation Long-Range Command and Control Aircraft. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...
Police swarmed a plane after a "threatening" note was found in the aircraft's toilet. The Frontier Airlines flight was travelling from Denver, Colorado, to Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, when the incident occurred, and it landed safely in Dallas. Frontier Airlines told The Mirror: "On Monday, November 3, as Frontier flight 1324 was en route from Denver International Airport (DEN) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), a crewmember discovered a threatening note in a… (www.msn.com) More...
he U.S. air traffic control system is reaching a breaking point as the ongoing government shutdown deepens severe staffing shortages. The Federal Aviation Administration has been forced to implement ground stops and cause flight delays nationwide to maintain safety. This weekend alone, more than 10,000 flights were delayed and 400 were canceled, with major airports like Newark, Dallas, and Atlanta among the hardest hit. Nearly half of all major air traffic control facilities are now… (www.msn.com) More...
AirAsia X and parent company Capital A have met all conditions for their restructuring plan, with the Share Sale and Purchase Agreements (SSPAs) becoming unconditional as of October 29, 2025. The reorganization will see Capital A divest its airline operations to AirAsia X, which will be renamed AirAsia Group and consolidate all AirAsia-branded carriers. (airguide.info) More...
