An incident from earlier in the week has left a Cathay Pacific A350-1000 grounded in Hong Kong after it suffered a tail strike during a go-around. Despite the tail strike, the aircraft was able to ascend to the required altitude during the go-around and land safely on its second attempt. The aircraft has been…

A KLM passenger has been arrested by police in Atlanta after causing disruption on a KLM flight as it was preparing to depart for Amsterdam. 47-year-old passenger Johannes Van Heertum claimed to have seen another passenger armed with a gun before opening an emergency exit door, triggering the aircraft’s emergency slide. The passenger was…

Airbus A330neo, also known as the A330-900neo, was first announced in 2014. The very first jet flew in 2017, before entering commercial service with TAP Air Portugal in 2018, ushering in a new era of long-haul, widebody technology for the iconic European plane maker. The jet itself is primarily known for its exceptional fuel…

Boeing and Airbus both publish list prices for their aircraft, providing a clear indication of how each model is positioned in the market, even though airlines almost always negotiate substantial discounts. These list prices can vary significantly between different variants, but for most modern commercial aircraft, they are often well in excess of $100…

The US is home to one of the world’s largest and most complex aviation networks, spread across vast distances, multiple climates, and more major cities than any individual airline could possibly serve from a single location. This environment, combined with decades of deregulation and consolidation, has pushed airlines to develop multiple hubs and crew…

The United States Air Force was only recently surpassed by the Space Force in 2019, making it the youngest of the Department of Defense’s (DOD) service branches. Branching off from the US Army in 1947, it began as the US Army Air Corps in 1926. The Air Force has evolved over the 99 years…

To work as a pilot on a private jet is often seen as prestigious and of high reward for being responsible for high-profile clients. Indeed, the private jet clientele can be royals, government officials, top business executives, celebrities and UHNWIs. Often, working on the most luxurious and technologically advanced aircraft, the role can be…

Taiwan’s flag carrier, China Airlines, has had its board approve up to 18 new aircraft, which will fuel the airline’s ambitious international growth plan. As analysed by AeroTime, the order will include two passenger variants made up of the Airbus A350-1000 and Boeing 777-9, alongside 777-8 and 777F freighters. These new airplanes will replace…

Hypersonic flight is no longer science fiction. In recent years, interest in aircraft capable of exceeding Mach 5 has surged, driven by strategic competition, defense challenges, and NASA’s pursuit of next-generation propulsion. But decades before hypersonics entered today’s headlines, NASA had already drafted an aircraft so ambitious it bordered on surreal: a Mach 15…

European carrier Luxair has celebrated the arrival of its newest Embraer E195-E2 aircraft, and an exciting chapter in the airline’s history. The airline, which plans to utilize these aircraft as part of its fleet modernization strategy, will deploy them on routes across Europe. The aircraft features a new Luxair livery, which includes a bold…

Becoming a commercial airline pilot in the US is an exciting career path for those who dream of flying for a living. Despite the substantial initial investment, it can also be extremely financially rewarding over the long term, with experienced captains able to earn in excess of $350,000 annually at legacy carriers such as…

One of Europe’s most recognisable airlines has celebrated its 250th aircraft arriving this week, which symbolizes the airline’s continued growth across Central and Eastern Europe. A321neo (registration 9H-WMR) is all part of the airline’s ambitious plan to operate a total of 500 aircraft within the next few decades. WizzAir remains the fastest-growing European airline,…

On Friday, Airbus ordered the grounding of thousands of A320-family aircraft after investigators linked a JetBlue midair incident last month to a software glitch triggered by solar radiation. With approximately 6,000 aircraft affected, this represents around half of the global Airbus A320 fleet. While the fix for the software vulnerability was relatively quick for…

The Royal Air Force (RAF) has a network of bases, airfields and facilities throughout Great Britain and the commonwealth territories around the world that partner with the United Kingdom. The airfields under the RAF’s command serve many purposes besides their first-and-foremost duty to provide the infrastructure, supplies and services that the fleet routinely requires…

Indian regional carrier Star Air is currently preparing to undergo a major fleet expansion as it considers placing a massive order for Embraer regional jets in 2026, a deal which would be one of the highest-profile direct deals between the Brazilian manufacturer and an Indian airline. The carrier began operations in 2019 with a…

The Airbus A321neo and its long-range sibling, the Airbus A321XLR, occupy one of the most important niches in modern commercial aviation: can a narrowbody aircraft truly challenge widebody jets on longer routes? In our article, we look in depth at how these two members of the A320 family compare: how they evolved, what makes…

While the transatlantic corridor between Europe and North America is widely considered to be one of the world’s most lucrative aerial highways, there are also plenty of high-value services to be found between Europe and the Middle East. As well as selling their hubs as destinations in their own right, Middle Eastern airlines also…

The second major hub in the UAE, Abu Dhabi Airports, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SITA, to develop an AI-driven smart platform that can process data in real-time from various sources within the ecosystem to enable smoother passenger traffic flow, by providing a better on-ground experience for passengers, while providing assistance…

Japanese legacy carrier Japan Airlines has quietly become an outlier in a world of shrinking legroom, especially in economy-class cabins. While many carriers have attempted to squeeze nine seats across in the Boeing 787 or ten across on the Boeing 777, JAL has doubled down on space, keeping a more generous layout and building…

A Delta Air Lines flight en route to Hawaii was forced to divert due to a technical issue on board on November 28, 2025. As reported by WFAA, Delta flight DL837 was at cruising altitude while flying from Atlanta to Honolulu when the Airbus A330-300 operating the route experienced a technical issue that caused…

Airbus developed ultra-long-range (ULR) variants of the A350 family primarily in response to specific airline demand for economically viable, non-stop flights on the world’s longest routes, while also aiming to compete with Boeing in the long-haul market. The catalyst for the A350-900ULR was the A350 XWB program, a clean-sheet design that promised significant efficiency…

The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 is expected to remain grounded throughout the Christmas peak travel period, facing lengthy inspections and repairs. This will see many aircraft in both the FedExand UPS Airlines fleets remain on terra firma for the rest of the year. The McDonnell Douglas MD-11 fleet will likely remain grounded for several months…

Background ✨ Plaza Premium Group previously signed an agreement with Adelaide Airport to introduce Flight Club Adelaide in the domestic departure hall, marking its first domestic terminal experience in Oceania and debuting the Flight Club brand in the region1. Qantas Airways also opened a new Domestic Business Lounge at Adelaide Airport as part of…

Background ✨ Plaza Premium Group previously signed an agreement with Adelaide Airport to introduce Flight Club Adelaide in the domestic departure hall, marking its first domestic terminal experience in Oceania and debuting the Flight Club brand in the region1. Qantas Airways also opened a new Domestic Business Lounge at Adelaide Airport as part of…

Background ✨ Jetstar Airways’ Perth-Manila launch coincided with its announcement of new Brisbane-Cebu service, collectively adding over 108,000 seats per annum between Australia and the Philippines from late 20251. Philippine Airlines was previously the sole scheduled operator on Perth-Manila2. Jetstar had also planned to deploy a fifth A321LR in Perth by Mar-2026 to support…

Background ✨ Jetstar Airways’ Perth-Manila launch coincided with its announcement of new Brisbane-Cebu service, collectively adding over 108,000 seats per annum between Australia and the Philippines from late 20251. Philippine Airlines was previously the sole scheduled operator on Perth-Manila2. Jetstar had also planned to deploy a fifth A321LR in Perth by Mar-2026 to support…

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Background ✨ Norse Atlantic Airways previously stated this would be the first direct Manchester-Bangkok service, with potential for further frequency increases depending on demand1. The carrier has also launched or announced Bangkok routes from other European cities, including London Gatwick and Stockholm, with frequency increases planned for winter 2025/262 3.

Background ✨ Norse Atlantic Airways previously stated this would be the first direct Manchester-Bangkok service, with potential for further frequency increases depending on demand1. The carrier has also launched or announced Bangkok routes from other European cities, including London Gatwick and Stockholm, with frequency increases planned for winter 2025/262 3.

Australia’s flag carrier expects to expand its reach to the Indian subcontinent, explaining that as Boeing 787s are freed up with the arrival of the Airbus A350-1000 and new Airbus A321XLR, meaning more options could be on the table for non-stop flights between Australia and India. Qantas International Chief Executive Officer, Cam Wallace, spoke…

United Airlines’ Premium Plus cabin has quickly become one of the most talked-about long-haul options for travelers seeking comfort without the typical high cost of business class that you would expect from other airlines. The question of whether Premium Plus is worth it and what benefits it actually provides is more important than ever,…