What if something I said to that First Officer last year still bothers them? What if that comment I made about their procedure has created tension between us that I have not even noticed? What if I missed a crucial detail during the pre-flight briefing that could compromise the safety of the flight, and I […]
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Dear readers, I just got back from the 36th annual Women in Aviation International conference in Denver. I know you are looking forward to seeing the who’s-who edition in Aero Crew News, but unfortunately, we’re up against deadline so that will have to wait until our May issue. What I can tell you is that […]
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This month in Aero Crew News Feature – PALS SkyHope celebrates 15 years of impacting lives with vital flights. Baggage – Letting go can be cathartic and very important for your healthy state of mind. Business Vector – Understand the safeguards against price fixing in pilot hiring. Coffee & Pretzels – Have you looked at […]
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In 2021, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) changed Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) to Notices to Air Missions (still NOTAMs though) in a stated effort to be more gender neutral as well as recognize the growing presence of remotely piloted drone operations in the national airspace system. On February 10, 2025, the NOTAM acronym was reversed […]
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FORT WORTH, Texas — AAdvantage® members will have more ways to enhance their travel experience when flying on Fiji Airways, Fiji’s national carrier. On April 1, Fiji Airways will officially join the award-winning AAdvantage® travel rewards program and become the newest full member of the oneworld alliance. “The partnership between American and Fiji Airways is giving customers more […]
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SEATTLE — Alaska Airlines has set the date for new nonstop service between Seattle and Seoul Incheon on Hawaiian Airlines. Starting Sept. 12, 2025, guests can fly in comfort on our long-haul, widebody Airbus A330-200 aircraft to South Korea’s capital city. We initially announced the new international route this past December. Tickets can now be […]
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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia /PRNewswire/ — Boeing and Malaysia Aviation Group today announced an order for 18 737-8 and 12 737-10 single-aisle jets to renew Malaysia Airlines' fleet with more fuel-efficient airplanes. The order, which booked in January 2025 and was posted as unidentified on Boeing's orders and deliveries website, will enable Malaysia's flag carrier to introduce new lie-flat seats and ...Read More

Richmond Hill, Ontario  — [Yesterday], the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) released a preliminary report concerning its investigation (A25O0021) into the February 17, 2025 accident involving a Bombardier CRJ-900 LR aircraft operated by Endeavor Air (dba Delta Connection) at the Toronto Pearson Airport, Ontario. The preliminary report [was] issued [yesterday] in accordance with Annex 13 ...Read More

Horizon Air, the regional airline subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, which includes Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, is paving the way to the flight deck for aspiring pilots in Hawaiʻi – without needing to leave the islands for training. The program, the first of its kind in Hawaiʻi, provides pilots with a path to potentially […]
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Alaska Airlines' flight attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA), have ratified a new three-year contract that includes significant improvements such as increased pay, greater flexibility, and better benefits. This agreement marks a major milestone for Alaska Airlines, reflecting the essential role of flight attendants in ensuring safety and operational excellence. ...Read More

NEW YORK (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (Nasdaq: BLDE, “Blade” or the “Company”), today announced financial results for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2024. View Full Report as PDF Fourth Quarter Ended December 31, 2024 Financial Highlights (1) See “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures” and “Key Metrics and Non-GAAP Financial Information” sections attached to […]
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SANTA ANA, Calif. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Award-winning air carrier JSX today announced that the Orange County Board of Supervisors has unanimously approved its relocation at John Wayne Airport (JWA) in Orange County, California. This approval paves the way for JSX to transition its operations from ACI Jet’s leasehold on the east side of the airport […]
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NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– JetBlue today announced the appointment of Josh Weiss as vice president, technology products, effective March 11. Reporting to Carol Clements, JetBlue’s chief digital and technology officer, Weiss will oversee the airline’s digital product portfolio and explore innovative ways to leverage technology to elevate the experience for both customers and crewmembers. “Josh is a ...Read More

After nearly 4.5 hours of flying, I finally reached the coveted 1500-hour checkpoint last November. Despite signing a conditional job offer at a regional soon after, I find myself still waiting on a class date months later with the potential of more months to come. Staying motivated and excited to fly and teach on a […]
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Pilots who have dealt with the FAA’s medical certification process know the medical standards are not always clear. The difference between disqualification due to an aeromedically significant condition and eligibility under the federal regulations can be slim. What is clear is that the FAA’s Civil Aerospace Medical Institute holds extensive authority to make the decision. […]
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If you have been an avid reader of my fitness articles over the years, you’ll have noticed that I often talk about nutrition, fitness goals and how to improve. What I haven’t really talked about is how to recover after an injury. Recently, I had multiple injuries, one self-inflicted and another an accident. The problem […]
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Following are a few random discussion topics for this month based on some observations I’ve made and ongoing discussions on my LinkedIn feed. If you’re reading this and we’re not connected on LinkedIn, make the connection request and I’ll accept it. I take all connection requests from folks in the aviation industry, regardless of what […]
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SEATTLE /PRNewswire/ — Boeing and BOC Aviation have announced a new, firm order for 50 737-8 jets, expanding the lessor's 737 MAX portfolio to 215 737-8s and 737-9s. “Our strong partnership with Boeing has led to this 50-aircraft order for the fuel-efficient Boeing 737-8 aircraft. With this transaction, we have commitments to purchase over 140 of […]
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CHICAGO, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — United today announced the FAA has approved its first Starlink-equipped aircraft type and that the first commercial flight is planned for May, less than eight months after the deal was first announced. The FAA issued a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Embraer 175 and the airline expects the first commercial flight to be […]
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FORT WORTH, Texas — Spring is here, but planning for next winter’s getaway is easier with American Airlines. Later this year, American will offer customers new routes to two popular destinations — Cancun, Mexico (CUN), and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ), — and expand services on routes to Hawaii, South America and Europe. “American’s comprehensive global […]
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SEATTLE – Boeing and Japan Airlines today finalized an order for 17 737-8s to leverage the fuel efficiency and flexibility of the 737 MAX. The airline aims to launch the new 737 MAX jets on its robust domestic network, amid continued record-breaking tourism. This marks JAL’s second order for the 737-8 and nearly doubles its 737 […]
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Miami, FL – TAP Air Portugal and Avianca together hosted a grand opening of their shared business class lounge at Miami International Airport. The 6,559-square foot lounge, located in the South Terminal near gate J4, will be open 24-hours daily to offer more comfort, convenience, and privacy for up to 337 passengers on flights from […]
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CHICAGO — United Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants, demonstrated at nearly 20 airports worldwide to demand that United Airlines management pay Flight Attendants their fair share. As recent aviation incidents have shown, Flight Attendants perform life-saving work every day to ensure the safety and health of the passengers in our care. […]
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Starting May 7, 2025, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license or another acceptable form to fly within the United States. If you like to use your driver’s license as your main identification to get through Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security checkpoints at […]
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(SAN FRANCISCO) – Hundreds of United Airlines aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs) represented by the Teamsters Union rallied outside San Francisco International Airport (SFO) today as part of their fight for a contract that reflects their contributions to the company’s record-breaking profits. “United Airlines raked in over $4 billion in profits last year, but instead of […]
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Toulouse – AEGEAN, the largest Greek airline, has disclosed an order with Airbus for an additional eight A321neo aircraft. The aircraft will enable AEGEAN to further grow its networks and support its expansion plan. With this latest aircraft order, AEGEAN’s total direct orderbook with Airbus stands at 60 A320neo Family with 37 aircraft already delivered. […]
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NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)– JetBlue along with its fuel partners marked the first-ever regular supply of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for commercial air travel in the region at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This milestone for SAF availability in the Northeast brings to reality an announcement from last summer, outlining JetBlue’s 12-month agreement with […]
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DANIA BEACH, Fla. /PRNewswire/ — Spirit Aviation Holdings, Inc., parent company of Spirit Airlines, LLC, (“Spirit” or the “Company”) today announced that Spirit has emerged from its financial restructuring, completing a consensual, deleveraging transaction that equitizes approximately $795 million of funded debt. With significantly less debt and greater financial flexibility, Spirit emerges as a ...Read More

Southwest Airlines Co. is evolving rapidly, implementing new initiatives that support business objectives and create choice for current and future Customers of America’s largest domestic carrier.1 Initiatives announced today will reward the airline’s most loyal Customers and give all Customers more options for a broader range of travel experiences. “We have tremendous opportunity to meet […]
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New flavors are taking flight this March as American Airlines introduces a number of delicious new menu options for customers, along with the option to use AAdvantage® miles to purchase food and beverages. The new dishes and drinks will roll out at select Admirals Club® lounges March 4 and in flight March 12. Highlights include: “As spring travel […]
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Riga. As the company continues to grow and expand its operations, the Latvian national airline airBaltic is actively recruiting, now offering more than 150 job positions in 28 vacancies across various departments – including pilots, flight instructors, operations and commercial personnel, technicians, customer care and more. Currently, the airline is hiring Captains (with ICAO and EASA ATPL ...Read More

NEW YORK (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Blade Air Mobility, Inc., a technology-powered global air mobility platform, and Skyports Infrastructure (“Skyports”), a leading provider of ground infrastructure for advanced air mobility, announced an alliance today to launch a pilot program that will expand Blade’s existing by-the-seat helicopter transfer service, connecting the Downtown Manhattan Heliport and John ...Read More

It’s shaping up to be a fascinating year in the markets already! New president and administration, government layoffs, airline layoffs (SWA), tariffs roiling the U.S. markets and so on. So, what should you do? How might you invest right now to make sure you’re going to be okay whether you are a brand-new first officer […]
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Following the magnificent views of the stars and planets in the night sky from December to February, we are now heading into the April to June period when the night skies are often being termed as being “quiet,” as the bright stars in the constellations of Orion, Gemini and Taurus steadily process westwards and will […]
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Low-level wind shear is one of the most hazardous weather phenomena affecting aviation, posing significant risks to aircraft during takeoff and landing. Wind shear refers to a sudden change in wind speed or direction over a short distance, and when occurring at low altitudes, it can cause rapid and unexpected changes in an aircraft’s performance. […]
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For fifteen years, PALS SkyHope has been a beacon of hope for those in need, bridging the gap between patients and life-saving medical care through the generosity of volunteer pilots. Since its inception, PALS SkyHope has soared to new heights, completing over 34,000 flights and serving thousands of families facing serious medical challenges. As we […]
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PHILADELPHIA —U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) awarded Boeing a $240 million contract to remanufacture five MH-47G Block II Chinook aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027. “Supporting the needs of our special operators continues to be critically important,” said Heather McBryan, Cargo Programs vice president and program manager for Boeing Defense, Space […]
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LAKELAND, Fla. – Bose, the leader in premium aviation headset technology, is partnering with celebrity pilots to share the importance of clear communication and the role a quality aviation headset plays in safety as well as the overall pilot experience.  “Whether flying is your livelihood or your escape, a comfortable headset that allows you to […]
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HOUSTON, March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — United announced another investment in its Houston hub today by breaking ground on a new 140,000-square-foot Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Maintenance Facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and opening a new, state-of-the-art Technical Operations Training Center at the airport that will give employees a cutting-edge training experience. ...Read More

ARLINGTON, Va. /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. Air Force announced Boeing has been awarded a contract to design, build and deliver its next-generation fighter aircraft. Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) Platform will usher in a new generation of United States fighter jets that brings leap-ahead capability in range, survivability, lethality and adaptability. The NGAD Platform is the […]
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Warm weather and freshly cut greens signal the start of golf season, and American Airlines is giving golfers a chance to score a hole-in-one with ideal itineraries for the perfect golf trip. From Scotland to Georgia and more, American has the flights golfers need to connect them to the opening hole. More ways to the […]
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DENVER – March 19, 2025 – Who doesn’t love being the friend with benefits – especially when those benefits include a trip with your travel buddy? Frontier Airlines is making sure you and your traveling companion can fly for less with its latest game-changing deal. Fresh off yesterday’s announcement of the $0 Economy Bundle, which includes a […]
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CHARLOTTE, North Carolina — American Airlines Cadet Academy is expanding its network of flight schools, announcing today it has added ATP Flight School in Charlotte, North Carolina, as its newest partner. The alliance reinforces American’s commitment to providing a clear and accessible pathway to a rewarding career as a commercial airline pilot. ATP, a longstanding flight school partner […]
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Elixir Aircraft has delivered the first of five aircraft ordered by UK school Leading Edge Aviation for its Spanish base. The contract, a three-way deal with aircraft rental company Green Aerolease, was signed in October 2024. Following an in-depth market study, Leading Edge Aviation, one of Europe's leading flight schools, has chosen Elixir Aircraft to […]
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View Full Report as PDF BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gogo Inc. (NASDAQ: GOGO) (“Gogo” or the “Company”), a leading global provider of broadband connectivity services for the business and military/government mobility aviation markets, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2024 and full year results for 2024. Fourth quarter and FY 2024 ...Read More

HONOLULU — Hawaiian Flight Attendants, represented by the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, [yesterday] reached a Tentative Agreement on a Contract Extension through February 2028. This Extension includes continued pay increases, retirement improvements, better profit sharing, and a strong foundation to build upon as negotiations for a Joint Collective Bargaining Agreement (JCBA) begin this ...Read More

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – Breeze Airways, the premium leisure carrier offering affordable nonstop service across the U.S., today announced it will offer service to Key West, Florida, beginning June 12, 2025.   Key West becomes the airline’s 10th Florida destination as well as its 70th city served nationally as the airline continues to see strong demand for […]
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ATLANTA /PRNewswire/ — Wheels Up Experience Inc. (NYSE: UP) today announced financial results for the December quarter and full year ended 2024. Highlights of the December quarter and full year 2024, including GAAP results, non-GAAP financial measures and key performance metrics, are on page three and incorporated herein. Commentary from Wheels Up's Chief Executive Officer, […]
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