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Singapore Airlines A380 Takes Flight After 1,353 Days, Marking Full Fleet Return

Key Points:The final Airbus A380 in Singapore Airlines' fleet, 9V-SKP, has resumed passenger service after a 3.7-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.This marks the complete return of the A380...

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British Airways Flight Narrowly Avoids Collision with a Drone Over Windsor

Key Points:A British Airways flight carrying over 200 passengers narrowly missed a drone flying illegally at nearly 3,000 feet above Windsor.The Airprox Board classified the incident as category-A,...

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Transavia Takes Delivery of First A321neo from Air Lease Corporation

Key Points:Air Lease Corporation delivers the first of seven Airbus A321neo aircraft to Transavia on a long-term lease.This marks the Dutch carrier's first A321neo in its fleet and strengthens its...

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Buenos Aires Battered by Brutal Storm, Leaving 13 Dead and Airport Crippled

Key Points:A violent storm tore through Buenos Aires on Sunday morning, unleashing torrential rain, fierce winds, and widespread damage.At least 13 people were tragically killed, while the city's...

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QantasLink Embarks on New Journey with Eco-Friendly A220 Delivery

Key Points:QantasLink, the regional arm of Australia's national carrier, welcomes its first Airbus A220, marking a new era in fuel-efficient and passenger-centric travel.This aircraft, adorned with an...

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Boeing 737 MAX Back in the Spotlight: Inspections Ordered for Potential...

Key Points:Boeing recommends inspections for 737 MAX jets after an international airline found a loose bolt in the rudder control system.No in-flight incidents linked to the issue, but inspections...

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Pegasus Takes Flight with First A321neo from Airbus' New Toulouse Assembly Line

Key Points:Airbus delivers its first A321neo assembled at its new Toulouse Final Assembly Line to Pegasus Airlines.The A321neo boasts fuel efficiency, passenger comfort, and range, aligning with...

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Qantas Takes Flight with Second Converted Freighter, Beefing Up Cargo Capacity

Key Points:Qantas' second A330 passenger jet, transformed into a dedicated freighter, recently arrived in Melbourne, marking a significant step in the airline's freighter fleet expansion.The aircraft,...

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Western Sanctions Spur Russian Airline's Fleet Expansion with Refurbished...

Key Points:Russian carrier Red Wings has added a refurbished Tupolev Tu-214 twinjet to its fleet, bolstering its passenger capacity and domestic network.The aircraft, previously operated by Transaero...

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Airbus' Beluga Embraces New Role as Independent Airline

Key Points:Airbus' iconic Beluga "Super Transporter" freighters have transitioned from internal cargo movers to a dedicated airline, Airbus Beluga Transport (AiBT), specializing in oversized cargo for...

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Video: JAL Plane Engulfed in Flames at Haneda Airport After Collision with...

Key Points:A Japan Airlines Airbus A350 carrying 379 passengers and crew caught fire on the runway at Tokyo's Haneda Airport after colliding with a Japan Coast Guard aircraft.No injuries were reported...

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India's Akasa to Order 150 Boeing 737 MAX Jets

Key Points:Indian budget airline Akasa Air is in talks to acquire around 150 Boeing 737 MAX narrowbody planes, aiming to capitalize on the surging domestic and international travel demand.This...

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Tokyo Airport Collision Aftermath: Investigation Delves into Cause and...

Key Points:Japanese authorities continue their investigation into the tragic collision between a Japan Airlines passenger jet and a coast guard plane at Haneda Airport, with focus on potential...

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Airbus Defies Supply Chain Headwinds, Surpasses Delivery Target

Key Points:Airbus surpassed its 2023 delivery target, exceeding 730 commercial aircraft despite industry supply chain challenges.The European planemaker secured both gross and net order records,...

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Ticketed Passenger Breaches Security, Crawls into Plane Engine at Salt Lake...

Key Points:A ticketed passenger on a Delta Air Lines flight to San Francisco gained access to the secure area of Salt Lake City airport, then entered the engine of a parked aircraft.Police searched for...

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FAA Urges Visual Inspection of Boeing 737-900ER Mid-Exit Door Plugs Amid...

Key Points:The FAA has recommended operators of Boeing 737-900ER aircraft to visually inspect mid-exit door plugs following concerns about their securement.This safety directive comes after the...

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United Airlines CEO Frustrated with Boeing's Handling of MAX Grounding, Seeks...

Key Points:United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has privately expressed frustration with Boeing's leadership and handling of the ongoing 737 Max grounding.Kirby seeks broader industry support to pressure...

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United Airlines Executive Attributes Recent Boeing Issues to Industry...

Key Points:United Airlines' Executive Vice President Finance, Gerry Laderman, points to a widespread loss of experience in the aviation industry since the COVID-19 pandemic, suggesting a potential link...

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One Year After Launch, Airline Marks Milestones and Targets Growth Despite...

Summary:Bonza, the Australian low-cost carrier, is celebrating its first year of operations with a strong focus on growth. The airline is planning to expand its fleet and network, aiming to launch a...

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Ex-Boeing Employees Warn Against Flying on 737 MAX

Summary:Former Boeing employees, including a senior manager, express reservations about flying on the 737 Max, citing safety concerns stemming from alleged production pressures and compromised quality...

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Boeing Aims to Clear Inventory Hurdle in 2024, Eyes China Deliveries and 787...

Key points:Boeing seeks to deliver most of its remaining 200 undelivered 737 Max jets and 50 787 Dreamliners by year-end.China's recent approval of 737 Max deliveries and resolving 787 production...

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Allegiant Air A320 Makes Safe Return After Bird Strike Damages Engines

Key points:An Allegiant Air Airbus A320 flying from Phoenix to Des Moines encountered multiple bird strikes shortly after takeoff.Despite engine damage, the pilots safely returned the aircraft to...

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American Launches Nonstop Flight to Brisbane, Australia

Key Points:American Airlines unveils its longest nonstop flight, connecting Dallas Fort Worth to Brisbane, Australia.The 17-hour journey will be operated by a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring premium...

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U.S. Lawmakers Seek FAA Accountability Amid Alaska 737 MAX 9 Incident

Summary:U.S. lawmakers demand transparency from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding its oversight of Boeing, particularly in the aftermath of a mid-air emergency involving a 737 MAX 9...

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FAA to Scrutinize Boeing's 737 MAX Production Lines in Renton After Fuselage...

Key Points:The FAA has launched a thorough inspection of Boeing's 737 MAX production lines, both at the Renton factory and at Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita.Concerns about quality control arise...

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