American Airlines’ New Pilot Policy Upsets Passengers: Is It Necessary?

The 2023 contract agreement between American Airlines and the Allied Pilots Association (APA) included a policy change that allows pilots to clear for upgrades ahead of elite members, ruffling the…

Why The Airbus A321XLR Is Such A Breakthrough For Aviation

The Airbus A321XLR is considered a game-changer in modern aviation because it represents a meaningful step forward in what modern aircraft are designed to do, without radically changing the way…

Lufthansa’s Operations To Be Hit By Two-Pronged Strike Action Tomorrow

Passengers traveling with German flag carrier and Star Alliance founding member Lufthansa are set to face considerable operational disruption on Thursday following the announcement of a 24-hour strike. The two-pronged…

The FAA Just Closed This US Airport For 10 Days, Citing Security Concerns

Overnight, the Federal Aviation Administration ( FAA) has issued a temporary flight restriction preventing commercial aircraft and those involved in general aviation from using the airspace in and around the…

American Airlines Facing $100,000 Lawsuit From Frontier Over 2024 Miami Ground Collision

Denver-based ultra-low-cost-carrier Frontier Airlines has filed a lawsuit against Fort Worth-based American Airlines seeking damages as detailed by AirGuide, for more than $100,000 following the ground collision on March 7,…

Why The Boeing C-17 Globemaster Could Go Back Into Production

Boeing has long been a key player in the global aviation industry. Its commercial jets are used by airlines around the world and form the core of many global fleets.…

How Many Boeing 747-100’s Were Built?

The Boeing 747 is one of the most recognizable aircraft ever created, symbolizing the golden age of long-haul travel and international tourism. With its distinctive upper-deck “hump” and gigantic size,…

NBC Sportscaster Flies 10 Hours In Private Jet From The Super Bowl To The Olympics

After calling Super Bowl LX on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, NBC broadcaster Mike Tirico stayed on the field to weave live Winter Olympics coverage directly…

United Airlines & JetBlue Passengers Can Now Book Flights Through Either Carrier

United Airlines and JetBlue have strengthened their “Blue Sky” cooperation by allowing customers to book flights across both carriers directly through either airline’s website or mobile app. This means customers…

The Airport That Once Dominated New York Is Now A National Park

New York is one of the most important gateways in the United States, connecting the country to destinations across every continent. When people think of flying in or out of…