NEWSFeb 19, 2024Air Serbia Embraer E195 Plane Overshoots Runway During Takeoff From BelgradeAn Air Serbia Embraer E195 was heavily damaged after overrunning the runway during its takeoff roll. The aircraft was departing from Belgrade en route to Dusseldorf.
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NEWSFeb 19, 2024Singapore Airshow Takes Flight Without Boeing as Airbus and Comac Seize the SpotlightThe biennial Singapore Airshow has taken flight but is missing a notable attendee. Boeing has not displayed any commercial aircraft at the event, opening the door for competitors Airbus and now Comac to steal much of the spotlight.Read More →
ROUTESFeb 06, 2024Air Algérie’s Future Plans: Could There Be Direct Flights to New York?Air Algérie, Algeria's flag carrier, plans to launch 16 new international routes in the coming years. One route would be the first direct flight between Algeria and the U.S. by connecting Algiers and New York. Read More →
NEWSFeb 02, 2024Delta Air Lines Adds New First Class Seats on Boeing 737-800s, Expands Delta One on Airbus A350-900sDelta Air Lines will update the cabins on its Airbus A350-900 aircraft and select Boeing 737-800 planes over the coming months. The airline aims to improve the onboard experience for passengers, especially those flying in its premium cabin classes. The updated cabins will appear on the first 737-800s and A350-900s in February and the summer, respectively. Read More →
ROUTESFeb 02, 2024American Airlines Announces Three New Destinations From Dallas/Fort Worth, Including BrisbaneAmerican Airlines has announced three new international routes from its largest hub: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). The airline will now serve destinations in Australia, Brazil, and Mexico that are especially popular during peak travel periods. The new nonstop routes will connect passengers in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex to Brisbane (BNE), Rio de Janeiro (GIG), and Veracruz (VER). American will also reinstate a previously existing service between DFW and Kona, Hawaii (KOA). Read More →
ROUTESJan 31, 2024Air France Adds Flights From Los Angeles for Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Formula 1 RaceThe annual Cannes International Film Festival is a coveted event welcoming guests from all over the world. Similarly, the Monaco Formula One Grand Prix is one of the most popular racing events held annually around the same time. To meet demand for both the festival and the Monaco Grand Prix, Air France has announced special flights from Los Angeles for passengers interested in attending either event.Read More →
NEWSJan 29, 2024Icelandair Adds More Airbus A321neos to Replace Boeing 757 FleetIcelandair, a long-time operator of the Boeing 757, has signaled the imminent end of its Boeing 757s as it recently confirmed a lease for two Airbus A321neo jets. These aircraft are expected to join the fleet in the second half of 2025, bringing Icelandair's order book for this aircraft type to seven examples. This event follows the recent additions of Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 9 jets. Read More →
NEWSJan 24, 2024Delta Air Lines Boeing 757 Aircraft Loses Nose Gear Before Takeoff in AtlantaA Delta Air Lines Boeing 757 lost part of its nose gear shortly before takeoff at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). On January 20, Delta Air Lines Flight DL982 was preparing for a regularly scheduled departure to Bogota, Colombia (BOG). As the 757 was taxiing onto the runway, one of the nose gear tires reportedly came loose and rolled off.Read More →
ROUTESJan 18, 2024Scandinavian Airlines Announces New Route to SkyTeam Hub AtlantaIn October, Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) revealed plans to leave the Star Alliance. The departure would see SAS join the SkyTeam Alliance thanks to a proposed partial takeover by the Air France-KLM Group. With such a move, many wondered how it would affect SAS' existing relationships with Star Alliance carriers and their hubs. A new route announcement by SAS may provide further suggestions about the airline's future plans. Read More →
NEWSJan 16, 2024Ukraine Shoots Down Two Russian Spy Planes in Blow to Russia's War EffortIn a significant development, Ukraine claims to have successfully shot down a Russian A-50 spy plane and an IL-22 command aircraft, marking a major blow to the Kremlin's air force. General Valerii Zaluzhny announced the destruction of the prized warplanes, highlighting the potential disruption to Russia's missile capabilities and the resilience of Ukrainian forces in countering advanced air assets. The incident raises questions about the evolving dynamics of the conflict and the strategic implications for both nations in the ongoing geopolitical landscape.Read More →
