Articles by Franco Grobler

NEWS Dec 27, 2023 Lufthansa Embraces the Boeing 737 MAX in a 28-Year Reunion In a surprising move that facilitated discussion across the aviation industry, Lufthansa, the iconic German carrier, has reignited a long-dormant partnership with Boeing. After a 28-year break, Lufthansa placed a firm order for 40 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, with the potential to expand to a fleet of 100 through additional options. This decision marks a significant shift in strategy for Lufthansa, which has primarily relied on Airbus for its short- and medium-haul operations in recent years. Read More →

NEWS Dec 22, 2023 Texas Governor Flies 120 Migrants to Chicago to Protest Federal Immigration Policies Texas Governor Greg Abbott has made a controversial move by flying migrants to Democratic-led "sanctuary cities" in protest of the Biden administration's handling of the border crisis. The first flight, carrying over 120 migrants, landed at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) on December 19. This came just a week after the Chicago City Council passed new regulations for receiving buses transporting migrants, prompting accusations that the flights were a direct retaliation by Governor Abbott. Read More →

NEWS Dec 20, 2023 UK Government's Rwanda Deportation Plan Hit by Airline Refusal and Rising Costs Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's flagship policy to send asylum seekers to Rwanda is facing further turbulence, with airlines refusing to fly the controversial flights and the estimated costs rising. This latest setback adds to a growing list of obstacles threatening to derail the plan entirely. Read More →

NEWS Dec 19, 2023 Japan Airlines' New Airbus A350-1000 Takes Flight Japan Airlines, the crown jewel of Japanese air travel just unveiled its latest plane. The Airbus A350-1000, a sleek giant of the skies, this plane isn't just for travel but rather for luxury and comfort. When you first set foot on this plane, you'll be greeted by luxury and innovation. Every detail, from the meticulously crafted seats to the mood-adjusting lighting system, has been designed to ensure comfort and well-being. Read More →

NEWS Dec 18, 2023 Inside Southwest Airlines' Controversial Policy for Plus-Sized Passengers A new TikTok trend? Nope, Southwest has had the "Customer of Size policy" for over three decades. The policy has been a point of major controversy in the past week or two. While many say it is a policy that promotes bad lifestyle and health choices, some also state it is just a way to make sure everyone flies with comfort in mind. Read More →

NEWS Dec 12, 2023 Engine Failure Prompts Ryanair 737 MAX to Make Emergency Landing in Portugal The week has barely started, and we are already in for a ride. This morning at around 9:20 am (local time) in the South of Portugal a Ryanair Boeing 737 MAX 8, was forced to make an emergency landing at Faro Airport in Portugal. Ryanair flight (FR1249) carrying 164 passengers between Manchester, UK and Tenerife, Spain, suffered an engine failure, forcing the pilots to make an emergency landing at Gago Coutinho Airport (FAO) in southern Portugal. Read More →

INFORMATIONAL Dec 10, 2023 What Happens If a Passenger Dies Mid-Flight? While such incidents are extremely rare we can't be unprepared for it. Things can happen, whether we are at ground level or 35,000 feet in the air. That's why the FAA and IATA have set procedures in case such an incident does occur. Read More →

NEWS Dec 04, 2023 Flight Cancellations in Western Europe: How Airports Operate With Winter Weather December is a time for family and friends, but not everything is fun about this time. This can be seen in Europe, where most airports had to cancel their flights due to major snowfall. Snow can significantly disrupt Europe's aviation industry, with major airports canceling their flights and thousands of people stranded. Read More →

NEWS Dec 03, 2023 Alaska Airlines Buys Hawaiian Airlines for $1.9 Billion Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have announced that they have entered into a conclusive agreement to merge the two airlines in a $1.9 billion deal. The merger is expected to impact employees and communities in Alaska and Hawaii positively. Both carriers have a rich history filled with amazing stories of innovation and commitment to their passengers. Read More →

NEWS Dec 02, 2023 Hawaiian Airlines Flight Collides with a Tug Vehicle On November 30, 2023, Hawaiian Airlines flight 105, a Boeing 717 (N494HA), collided with a tug vehicle while taxiing at Kahului Airport (OGG) on the island of Maui, Hawaii. The collision occurred at approximately 6:00 AM local time. Read More →

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