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NEWS Feb 13, 2024 Taylor Swift's Controversial Private Jet Flights: Examining the Legality of Flight Tracking Taylor Swift's private jet utilization has increased as she continues to become popular. In 2023, she produced 138 tons of carbon from flying on her private jet, 1200 times greater than the average human's carbon dioxide emission per year. In the wake of Swift's woes, celebrity use of private jets has become a hot-button issue. Read More →
NEWS Feb 12, 2024 Etihad Airways Celebrates Renaming of Abu Dhabi Airport Three Months After Receiving New Terminal Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), celebrated the renaming of Abu Dhabi International Airport to Zayed International Airport (AUH) on February 9. The airport is named after the UAE's founder, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Read More →
NEWS Jan 18, 2024 Passengers Can Soon Commute By Air in These Four U.S. Cities Many companies aim to solve traffic congestion through urban air mobility, using electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOLs) aircraft to transport passengers and cargo across urban areas. One company that has become a leader in the space, Archer Aviation, announced a partnership with Atlantic Aviation to introduce electric aircraft operations in four major U.S. metropolitan areas on January 17. The deal involves expanding charging infrastructure and launching eVTOL routes in these regions. Read More →
STORIES Jan 14, 2024 This New Hydroelectric VTOL Aircraft Could Be the Future of Private Air Travel Swiss aviation startup Sirius Aviation AG has unveiled the groundbreaking Sirius Jet, the world's first hydrogen-powered VTOL aircraft, designed in collaboration with BMW's Designworks and Sauber Group. The aircraft, set to debut in 2025 with versions for private and commercial aviation, features zero emissions, impressive flight ranges, and speeds, marking a significant leap towards sustainable air travel. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Dec 11, 2023 Pilot-Less Aircraft Could Be on the Horizon, Data Suggests In recent years, technological advancements in the aviation industry have set the stage for a revolutionary transformation: the development and implementation of self-flying planes. This groundbreaking frontier in aerospace engineering promises to redefine air travel, safety standards, and the very nature of piloting itself. As we embark on this exploration, we'll delve into the key aspects, challenges, and potential impacts of self-flying planes. Could we soon see completely autonomous commercial aircraft? Read More →
NEWS Dec 09, 2023 Dubai's DXB Airport Set to be Replaced by New Mega Airport before 2040 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become one of the world's major players in the aviation industry over the past two decades. Emirates and Etihad Airways are synonymous with global connectivity and major lifestyle brands, while Dubai and Abu Dhabi have become major business and leisure travel destinations. The UAE is expanding its airport infrastructure and leading discussions on decarbonizing aviation to maintain its global leadership in the aviation sector. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Nov 22, 2023 What Does Strong Travel Demand Mean for the Future of Aviation? The strong demand for international travel witnessed during the summer of 2023 has laid the groundwork for a transformative era in the aviation industry. From embracing technological innovations and prioritizing sustainability to fostering flexibility and adapting to changing circumstances, airlines are navigating a dynamic landscape. The skies, once again, beckon with possibilities, heralding a new chapter for global travel. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Nov 20, 2023 United Airlines Joins Growing eVTOL Market with Archer Aviation Archer Aviation is one of the largest companies developing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. eVTOLs use electricity to take off, fly, and land vertically. United Airlines has ordered $1 billion worth of Archer's eVTOLs and will launch two routes connecting passengers in New York and Chicago to their respective airports. Read More →
NEWS Sep 26, 2023 Ensuring Air Travel Safety: Challenges, Innovations, and Future Perspectives Air travel safety is paramount in the aviation industry. Rigorous training, cutting-edge technology, and meticulous maintenance procedures ensure that passengers and crew can confidently take to the skies, knowing that their journey is in capable hands. The commitment to safety is unwavering, regardless of the issues faced at hand. Read More →
NEWS Sep 16, 2023 Delta Air Lines Joins Coalition to Produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Minnesota Delta Air Lines has joined a coalition that aims to facilitate SAF production in Minnesota. The Minnesota SAF Hub is the first large-scale SAF hub in the US. The alliance aims to have SAF play a role in decarbonizing the aviation industry, especially at Delta's Minneapolis-Saint Paul hub. Read More →