A near-miss incident involving a Qantas Airbus A330 and a Boeing 737 has prompted a redesign of Sydney Airport flight paths. The two aircraft came within 500 feet of each other. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) investigation found that the close proximity incident was the culmination of a series...

In this video, I’m taking you on a Kona walking tour. Join me as we discover the vibrant atmosphere ahead of the Iron Man competition. I was lucky with the weather so enjoy the video, it’s a bit long but I try to capture as much of the scenic beauty...

Fresh off the Boeing production line, ‘VH-EBU’ entered service with a major Australian airline in 1985. The Qantas Boeing 747-338 VH-EBU was repainted as Nalanji Dreaming in late 1995 and was unveiled in November 1995 to celebrate the Qantas 75th anniversary in that year. 'Nalanji' is the aboriginal word for...

Airlines are adding newer but tighter and narrower seats in Economy Class seating. Such is the case on the Boeing 777, as airlines like British Airways, Cathay Pacific, and Qatar Airways have already transitioned from 9 abreast to 10 abreast seating (3-3-3 to 3-4-3 configuration) in Economy Class. So, which...

Beond — the world’s first premium leisure airline — unveiled its sophisticated and unique aircraft livery today. With events in Malé, Maldives attended by dignitaries, investors, supporters and employees, and at a global media event broadcast online and in-person in Dubai, the airline showcased its first aircraft, an Airbus A319...

Qatar Airways has extended the Qverse promotion where you can get a 10% discount on select Economy and Business Class fares. Unlike the previous offer which had issues displaying the discount, the current offer has been improved and I am seeing reduced rates on all destinations. The offer is valid for booking through October 15,...

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If you have this app I feel you. I really do. It is just mind-boggling that it can’t function the way so many other airline apps do and yet I go back to it time and time again. When I saw that the Hawaiian Airlines mobile app was updated 5...

This post was brought to you by Simple Flying. Written By Tom Boon, Luke Bodell, and Gaurav Joshi. Many people consider the iconic, four-engine Boeing 747 to be the ‘Queen of the Skies.’ Boeing officially closed the book on the program after delivering its last-ever 747 in January 2023. However, there...

Multiple airlines from SkyTeam, OneWorld and Star Alliance are currently offering discounted trans-Atlantic prices in Business Class for the winter season through next year from as low as $1,437 roundtrip. I have grouped the deal based on the destinations in the US. Keep in mind that some fares have limited...

The Bloch MB.220 was a twin engine airliner that first flew on 11 June 1936 from Villacoublay, just outside of Paris. Powered by a pair of Gnome-Rhône 14N air cooled piston engines, it could fly 16 passengers up to 1,400km. Air France ordered 16 aircraft, with the first scheduled flight...

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the world’s most internationally connected airport in 2023. The OAG Megahubs Index 2023 reveals the most internationally connected airports in the world and by region: Top 10 International Airport Megahubs *Note that data was gathered on the busiest day between September 2022 and August 2023. London Heathrow...

On the 4th of October 2023, a FedEx Boeing 757 freighter performed a main gear-up landing following a hydraulic problem and unsafe gear indication on approach at Chattanooga Airport, Tennessee, United States. The Boeing 757-200 freighter with registration N977FD was operating flight FX1376 from Chattanooga to Memphis with 3 crew...

I will be attending the 2023 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas from October 17th - 19th. NBAA-BACE is the world’s largest business aviation event where game-changing innovation takes center stage. It is your ultimate opportunity to interact with thousands of dedicated and visionary individuals and...