Aviation

The United States Department of Transportation ( DOT) has fined American Airlines an eye-watering sum in an attempt to set a new standard of accountability for airlines. Multiple cases spanning four years In an announcement on…
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The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has published its preliminary report about an incident involving an American Airlines Airbus A319 and a Beechcraft King Air at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). …
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Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines have engaged in a preliminary round of talks to attempt a potential merger once again. Quick LinksDiscussions with creditors Struggling in a challenging competitive environment Early…
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As part of its plans to expand operations at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), DHL has started construction of its proposed maintenance facility. The airline wants to accommodate its growing fleet and presence at…
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Star Alliance carrier Air Canada is adding flights to the US for next summer. The airline recently added flights to Jacksonville and will now increase the frequency of one of its routes to Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky. Triple the…
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Today, Qatar Airways operated its first commercial flight featuring Elon Musk’s Starlink internet. The airline invited Simple Flying to test out the new internet service, and I’m writing and publishing this article from 36,000 feet. …
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Cathay Pacific has expressed its disappointment about the latest Boeing 777X delays, which have derailed the airline’s plans to introduce its first aircraft of the type in 2025. Keen on timely deliveries Speaking with…
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A federal judge has upheld a decision ordering Alaska Airlines to rehire a mechanic who was fired after testing positive for marijuana. The aircraft maintenance technician (AMT) attributed his positive drug test to a potluck party he…
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The National Transportation Safety Board ( NTSB) has published its preliminary report about an incident involving an American Eagle Embraer E170, operated by Envoy Air, which landed on the wrong runway in Chicago, Illinois, the United…
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The flag carrier of Finland will offer its largest-ever US schedule next summer in response to a marked increase in American travel to the Nordics. A oneworld alliance carrier, Finnair will boost its flights from Helsinki to Chicago…
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