Rytis
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Aviation journalist at The Engine Cowl: https://www.enginecowl.com
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-800 suffered nearly an identical MLG collapse in 2023.
Investigators rule out hard landing in WestJet Boeing 737 gear collapse in St. Maarten
In 2023, an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-800 suffered a similar MLG collapse upon landing at SNA.
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November 14, 2025 at 3:14 PM
An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-800 suffered nearly an identical MLG collapse in 2023.
Could Japan Airlines become Japan's second E2 operator?
Japan Airlines could order Airbus A220 or Embraer E2s, looking at turboprops for regional fleet
The Japanese airline is looking to renew its regional fleet, yet it has limited turboprop options.
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November 14, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Could Japan Airlines become Japan's second E2 operator?
Air China Cargo's shareholders approved the order today.
Air China Cargo confirms Airbus A350F order
Air China Cargo had sought its shareholders' approval for the order.
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November 14, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Air China Cargo's shareholders approved the order today.
Pre-show rumours are heating up
Etihad Airways eyes Airbus A330neo, more A350 orders
The order could be announced during the upcoming Dubai Airshow.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Pre-show rumours are heating up
I am sure that Allegiant Air and Viva are closely watching this case.
Aeromexico, Delta secure stay motion vs DOT in its JV case
The Department of Transportation (DOT) wanted Aeromexico and Delta to dismantle the JV by January 1, 2026.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM
I am sure that Allegiant Air and Viva are closely watching this case.
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What a difference a few days makes
November 13, 2025 at 2:16 PM
What a difference a few days makes
LOT Polish Airlines' route to SFO will begin on May 6, 2026.
LOT Polish Airlines announces direct flights to SFO from May 2026
LOT Polish Airlines will now serve six airports in the United States in May 2026.
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November 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
LOT Polish Airlines' route to SFO will begin on May 6, 2026.
Airlines for America (A4A) is looking for a long-term solution to ensure that air travel is not disrupted during government shutdowns.
US airlines call to ensure that aviation does not become collateral damage amid policy disagreements
A4A pointed out that the FAA had $5 billion
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November 13, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Airlines for America (A4A) is looking for a long-term solution to ensure that air travel is not disrupted during government shutdowns.
The transaction was completed via a lessor, who leased the aircraft to the Chilean airline.
Wizz Air sells three A321neo aircraft to JetSMART, ends H1 with $375.7 million net profit
Wizz Air said that the trio were sold to a lessor and then to a "related airline," which was most likely JetSMART.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:07 AM
The transaction was completed via a lessor, who leased the aircraft to the Chilean airline.
The 777-9 arrived in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), today.
After muted presence in Paris and at Farnborough, Boeing’s 777-9 arrives in Dubai ahead of airshow
During the last Dubai Airshow in 2023, Boeing also had the 777-9 on static and flying displays.
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November 12, 2025 at 2:44 PM
The 777-9 arrived in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), today.
It really feels like Biman Bangladesh Airlines has been ordering/affirming its commitment to order aircraft since at least 2023.
Biman Bangladesh orders 25 widebody aircraft from Boeing, reports say
The reported order is yet another twist in a long saga of Biman Bangladesh Airlines' deals with planemakers.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:18 PM
It really feels like Biman Bangladesh Airlines has been ordering/affirming its commitment to order aircraft since at least 2023.
Ryanair first teased the move more than a year ago.
Ryanair rolls out 100% digital boarding passes
The move will improve the passenger experience and save a lot of paper, according to Ryanair.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Ryanair first teased the move more than a year ago.
Duffy reiterated that he wants more controllers in the system, however.
USDOT’s Duffy sides with Trump, questions controllers’ ‘patriotism’ during shutdown
Previously, Trump said that controllers who did not show up to work would be replaced with "true Patriots."
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November 12, 2025 at 10:11 AM
Duffy reiterated that he wants more controllers in the system, however.
Boeing's executives have remarked that the 737 MAX shadow factory closed in Q3.
Boeing’s deliveries slow down in October
The difference between October and August and September could be explained by the 737 shadow factory shutting down at the end of Q3.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Boeing's executives have remarked that the 737 MAX shadow factory closed in Q3.
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Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) has introduced a bill in the U.S. House which would "prohibit the restriction of commercial flights before the restriction of private flights during a lapse in appropriations." www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
November 11, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA) has introduced a bill in the U.S. House which would "prohibit the restriction of commercial flights before the restriction of private flights during a lapse in appropriations." www.congress.gov/bill/119th-c...
Aeromexico is returning to flying between Mexico City and Barcelona.
Aeromexico unveils two new European routes to Paris and Barcelona
Aeromexico last flew from Mexico City to Barcelona just before the pandemic.
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November 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Aeromexico is returning to flying between Mexico City and Barcelona.
Consolidation in South America continues.
avianca, GOL parent Abra Group eyes Chile’s SKY acquisition
The transaction is pending regulatory approval.
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November 11, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Consolidation in South America continues.
Spirit Airlines' Q3 operating margin, surprisingly, improved.
Spirit Airlines ends Q3 with a $317.4 million net loss
Despite its progress in its Chapter 11 case, Spirit Airlines expressed substantial doubt about its ability to continue operating.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Spirit Airlines' Q3 operating margin, surprisingly, improved.
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NATCA president about to speak to reporters about air traffic controllers missing their second full paycheck.
November 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
NATCA president about to speak to reporters about air traffic controllers missing their second full paycheck.
All 104 occupants of the aircraft evacuated the Boeing 737-800 via airstairs without any injuries.
NTSB: Improperly reconnected brakes led to American Airlines B737 runway excursion at DFW
Four days before the incident, American Airlines converted the aircraft's brakes.
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November 10, 2025 at 3:14 PM
All 104 occupants of the aircraft evacuated the Boeing 737-800 via airstairs without any injuries.
A consumer group launched a complaint against European airlines in June 2023.
21 European airlines commit to avoiding ‘greenwashing’ claims following EU pressure
In June 2023, the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC) complained to the European Commission (EC) about airlines' greenwashing.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:26 PM
A consumer group launched a complaint against European airlines in June 2023.
Wizz Air's first A321XLR has been grounded since the incident at PRG on September 11.
Wizz Air A321XLR descent rate increased by almost 300 fpm before tailstrike in Prague
Wizz Air's A321XLR has remained on the ground in Prague since the incident.
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November 10, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Wizz Air's first A321XLR has been grounded since the incident at PRG on September 11.
The daily retirement rate is up from around four per day before the shutdown, Duffy said.
USDOT’s Duffy claims up to 15 to 20 ATCs retire daily
The good news – for air travel – is that a bill to fund the government moved forward in the Senate.
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November 10, 2025 at 8:36 AM
The daily retirement rate is up from around four per day before the shutdown, Duffy said.
It was not all rosy for IAG, however.
IAG’s net profit highest among Air France-KLM and Lufthansa Group at Q3 end
However, Lufthansa Group's carriers welcomed more passengers during the first nine months of 2025.
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November 7, 2025 at 2:42 PM
It was not all rosy for IAG, however.