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Air Combat Museum’s P-40N Restoration Update

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January 25, 2024
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By George Land The Air Combat Museum in Springfield, Illinois, is restoring a Curtiss P-40N Warhawk which is expected to fly late in 2024. It has been configured as a TP-40N with full dual controls […]

What are flight levels and how do they work?

January 25, 2024
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Pilots and air traffic controllers rely on standardized systems to ensure the safe and efficient management of air traffic. One crucial aspect of this system […]

FAA lifts MAX 9 ban but puts Boeing on notice

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January 25, 2024
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The US aviation regulator’s announcement comes after it grounded all MAX 9s earlier this month following an incident that saw a door blow off an Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 in mid-air.

Battle for Bali: ACCC allies with Virgin for increased competition

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January 25, 2024
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In an official submission to the International Air Services Commission, the consumer watchdog has argued that Virgin’s application would bolster competition on routes from Australia to Bali and give passengers more choice for airfares and service offer…

Qantas receives its second next-generation A220

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January 25, 2024
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VH-X4B touched down in Canberra on Tuesday at 2:18pm following a flight from the Airbus factory in Mirabel, Canada.

Qantas safety video bad for emergencies, argues FAAA

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January 25, 2024
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Terri O’Toole argued there wasn’t even a single part of the footage filmed on an aircraft, meaning those on board wouldn’t be familiar with the correct procedures in the event of a major incident.

Europe route updates – January 2024

January 24, 2024
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We finished with the report from the American market and now we move on to the European continent. To review the news about the United […]

Video Podcast: Airlines rush to pop the champers on performance

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January 24, 2024
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Adam and Jake discuss whether airlines are celebrating prematurely as on-time performance continues to lag behind the long-term average.

Senior Qantas exec who faced Senate committee resigns

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January 24, 2024
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Andrew McGinnes, the Flying Kangaroo’s group executive of corporate affairs, will depart the company in June to “pursue other opportunities” after 13 years with Qantas and Jetstar. He has served in several corporate affairs and communications roles at …

Flight attendants line up behind Virgin in Bali stoush

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January 24, 2024
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The FAAA has joined the TWU in siding with Virgin over its rival Jetstar as the two airlines compete for extra capacity to the popular tourist destination, with both carriers petitioning the International Air Services Commission for the coveted extra s…