The weird and short story of twin-fuselage An-225 Mriya
When the Scaled Composites Stratolaunch took off to the skies, some aviation enthusiasts all around the world thought…
European Parliament extends slot relief through summer 2021
On February 11, 2021, the European Parliament approved to extend less strict measures for use of takeoff and…
State aid for US airports and manufacturers approved, airlines next?
On February 10, 2021, US lawmakers approved a plan to provide financial aid to the country’s airports and…
Logistical nightmare: US carriers oppose testing for domestic flights
The COVID-19 testing mandate for passengers on flights within the United States is receiving a backlash from the…
British Airways to start flying on sustainable fuel in 2022
British Airways is investing in a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) technology provider and plans to operate a number…
Delta Air Lines committed to block middle seat through April
In order to maintain social distance between travelers, Delta Air Lines reiterated its commitment to keep blocking the…
US airlines getting closer to additional $14 billion aid
On February 10, 2021, the United States House Committee will meet to discuss a $14 billion plan to…
Cathay Pacific gets 15, loses 5 routes in China
Cathay Pacific Airways got permission to fly to 15 cities in mainland China, losing 5 routes previously served…
Special guest: cat stowaway in Boeing 737 cockpit
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) aviation photographer spotted a cat in the cockpit of a parked Israel’s…
Laid-off Norwegian employees left with uniforms but no pay
The struggling Norwegian Air Shuttle, instead of paying wages, reportedly offered its employees to keep their uniforms and…
Spaceport, airliner, Putin’s plane: past ideas for second An-225 Mriya
The An-225 Mriya is unique in many aspects: it is the heaviest and arguably the largest operating aircraft…
Belavia to retire Boeing 737s, eyes 737 MAX
Belavia Belarussian Airlines is planning to retire Boeing 737s and continue the fleet renewal program adding the recently…
Princess Diana’s former chief of staff keeps scanning the sky for aircraft
Patrick Jephson spent years with one eye constantly scanning the skies for interesting aircraft. But the pandemic has…
Gatwick airport to receive up to £8 million in government support
Amid ongoing travel restrictions, Gatwick Airport (LGW), the second largest airport in London, is on the way to…
Emirates to swap 777X orders for more 787 Dreamliners?
The Boeing 777X seemingly cannot catch a break, as one of its biggest customers, Emirates, is looking to…
First USAF F-15EX begins maiden flight with “Viking” takeoff
The first F-15EX destined to the United States Air Force (USAF) completed its maiden flight in Saint Louis,…
As delays mount, Boeing could lose one-third of 777X orders
With the postponed delivery date, Boeing’s backlog for the 777X family could go down by as much as…
Boeing 787 Freighter – possibility or distant reality?
While the Boeing 787 Dreamliner was a huge hit amongst airlines and the manufacturer had no issues selling…