Gordo the pilot
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Multi-engine Instrument rated pilot, 2200 flight hours. Passionate about aviation. Retired healthcare executive, flew extensively to numerous countries. Million Miler on both Delta and American Airlines Lover of animals, always have dogs in our home.
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Of all the aviation issues that Sean Duffy—former reality-show star, zero aviation background, now Sec of Transportation—could be spending time on, this one is near the bottom of the list.
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Trump administration imposes limits on Mexican flights and threatens Delta alliance in trade dispute
It's not immediately clear how these actions might affect the broader trade war with Mexico and negotiations over tariffs.
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July 20, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Of all the aviation issues that Sean Duffy—former reality-show star, zero aviation background, now Sec of Transportation—could be spending time on, this one is near the bottom of the list.
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July 22, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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🇺🇦✈️🤩 Flight of MiG-29 from the 204th tactical aviation brigade.
July 22, 2025 at 7:35 AM
🇺🇦✈️🤩 Flight of MiG-29 from the 204th tactical aviation brigade.
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Nick from JetTip, along with Kid 1 and Kid 2, were at EAA AirVenture on Sunday and Monday; highlights included arrivals of the U-2, 747SP, VC-121A, and a surprise MiG 29! There was also the DC-8, PB4Y-2, B-29s, B-1, and thousands of other beautiful aircraft! #osh25
July 22, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Nick from JetTip, along with Kid 1 and Kid 2, were at EAA AirVenture on Sunday and Monday; highlights included arrivals of the U-2, 747SP, VC-121A, and a surprise MiG 29! There was also the DC-8, PB4Y-2, B-29s, B-1, and thousands of other beautiful aircraft! #osh25
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BREAKING Two fight jets from Patrouille de France aerobatic team collided midair and crashed
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BREAKING Two fight jets from Patrouille de France aerobatic team collided midair and crashed
Two Alpha Jets from the French Air Force collided midair during training over Air Base in Saint-Dizier.
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March 25, 2025 at 4:13 PM
BREAKING Two fight jets from Patrouille de France aerobatic team collided midair and crashed
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ALERT Heathrow Airport is experiencing a technical issue preventing runway alternation airlive.net/news/2025/03...
ALERT Heathrow Airport is experiencing a technical issue preventing runway alternation
London Heathrow airport is delaying the switch of runways due to ongoing technical issue.
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March 12, 2025 at 5:16 PM
ALERT Heathrow Airport is experiencing a technical issue preventing runway alternation airlive.net/news/2025/03...
Almost 9 Hours: Will This Be The Longest Commercial 737 MAX 8 Flight Ever? www.gatechecked.com/almost-9-hou...
Almost 9 Hours: Will This Be The Longest Commercial 737 MAX 8 Flight Ever?
Spanish-Portuguese leisure charter carrier Iberojet will operate two Boeing 737 MAX 8 flights between Madrid and Punta Cana in April.
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February 22, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Almost 9 Hours: Will This Be The Longest Commercial 737 MAX 8 Flight Ever? www.gatechecked.com/almost-9-hou...
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February 12, 2025 at 10:34 PM
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Turkish Airlines has reportedly announced plans to begin flying to Minneapolis (MSP) soon.
According to local media, Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat says the airline will begin Istanbul (IST) to MSP in April or May.
MSP would be Turkish’s 15th U.S. city: www.turizmekonomi.com/thy-iki-uzak...
According to local media, Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat says the airline will begin Istanbul (IST) to MSP in April or May.
MSP would be Turkish’s 15th U.S. city: www.turizmekonomi.com/thy-iki-uzak...
January 18, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Turkish Airlines has reportedly announced plans to begin flying to Minneapolis (MSP) soon.
According to local media, Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat says the airline will begin Istanbul (IST) to MSP in April or May.
MSP would be Turkish’s 15th U.S. city: www.turizmekonomi.com/thy-iki-uzak...
According to local media, Turkish Airlines Chairman Ahmet Bolat says the airline will begin Istanbul (IST) to MSP in April or May.
MSP would be Turkish’s 15th U.S. city: www.turizmekonomi.com/thy-iki-uzak...
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Stay Frosty ❄️ An F-15 Strike Eagle departs RAF Lakenheath on a pretty chilly morning!
January 14, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Stay Frosty ❄️ An F-15 Strike Eagle departs RAF Lakenheath on a pretty chilly morning!
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BREAKING NEWS: The FAA has launched an investigation after a private jet carrying the Gonzaga University men’s basketball team nearly crossed a runway as another flight was taking off at Los Angeles International Airport - AP
A jet carrying the Gonzaga men's basketball team ordered to stop to avoid collision at LAX
The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation after a private jet carrying the Gonzaga University men’s basketball team nearly crossed a runway as another flight was taking off at ...
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December 31, 2024 at 1:42 AM
BREAKING NEWS: The FAA has launched an investigation after a private jet carrying the Gonzaga University men’s basketball team nearly crossed a runway as another flight was taking off at Los Angeles International Airport - AP
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Here’s the view looking down into the Cold War exhibits at the USAF Museum. Sooooo much awesomeness! #MuseumMonday #avgeek #aviation #airplane #military
December 30, 2024 at 10:36 PM
Here’s the view looking down into the Cold War exhibits at the USAF Museum. Sooooo much awesomeness! #MuseumMonday #avgeek #aviation #airplane #military
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BAD ASS!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Sound up!!
Sound up!!
December 22, 2024 at 6:29 AM
BAD ASS!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Sound up!!
Sound up!!
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Lots of spinners spinning for your #SpinnerSunday. 😁
#avgeek #aviation #airplane #airventure #aircraft
#avgeek #aviation #airplane #airventure #aircraft
December 22, 2024 at 2:21 PM
Lots of spinners spinning for your #SpinnerSunday. 😁
#avgeek #aviation #airplane #airventure #aircraft
#avgeek #aviation #airplane #airventure #aircraft
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Frontier Airlines indefinitely suspends 40+ routes:
• RDU to BDL/BUF/CVG/IND/MDW/MSY/ORD/PIT/SYR
• DFW to BNA/OMA/JAX/PIT/SJU/SMF/STL
• ATL to GRR/ISP/MSP/MSY/PIT/SYR
• CLE to CLT/IAH/MSP/PHL/RDU/BWI
• ONT to SLC/SMF/PDX/PHX
• DEN to CMH/SYR/LGA/GRR
• CVG to IAH/LGA/MSP/PHL
(1/2)
• RDU to BDL/BUF/CVG/IND/MDW/MSY/ORD/PIT/SYR
• DFW to BNA/OMA/JAX/PIT/SJU/SMF/STL
• ATL to GRR/ISP/MSP/MSY/PIT/SYR
• CLE to CLT/IAH/MSP/PHL/RDU/BWI
• ONT to SLC/SMF/PDX/PHX
• DEN to CMH/SYR/LGA/GRR
• CVG to IAH/LGA/MSP/PHL
(1/2)
December 16, 2024 at 1:28 AM
Frontier Airlines indefinitely suspends 40+ routes:
• RDU to BDL/BUF/CVG/IND/MDW/MSY/ORD/PIT/SYR
• DFW to BNA/OMA/JAX/PIT/SJU/SMF/STL
• ATL to GRR/ISP/MSP/MSY/PIT/SYR
• CLE to CLT/IAH/MSP/PHL/RDU/BWI
• ONT to SLC/SMF/PDX/PHX
• DEN to CMH/SYR/LGA/GRR
• CVG to IAH/LGA/MSP/PHL
(1/2)
• RDU to BDL/BUF/CVG/IND/MDW/MSY/ORD/PIT/SYR
• DFW to BNA/OMA/JAX/PIT/SJU/SMF/STL
• ATL to GRR/ISP/MSP/MSY/PIT/SYR
• CLE to CLT/IAH/MSP/PHL/RDU/BWI
• ONT to SLC/SMF/PDX/PHX
• DEN to CMH/SYR/LGA/GRR
• CVG to IAH/LGA/MSP/PHL
(1/2)
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The Hills Have Eyes 👀
An F35 of the 493rd Fighter Squadron navigates through the world faworld-famous 'Mach Loop' low-flying area on a training sortie in September 2024.
An F35 of the 493rd Fighter Squadron navigates through the world faworld-famous 'Mach Loop' low-flying area on a training sortie in September 2024.
December 13, 2024 at 4:56 PM
The Hills Have Eyes 👀
An F35 of the 493rd Fighter Squadron navigates through the world faworld-famous 'Mach Loop' low-flying area on a training sortie in September 2024.
An F35 of the 493rd Fighter Squadron navigates through the world faworld-famous 'Mach Loop' low-flying area on a training sortie in September 2024.
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Dedication pass
An F-35A Lightning II flown by Maj. Kristin Wolfe, 388th Fighter Wing F-35A Demonstration Team commander, performs a dedication pass over Kleine Brogel Air Base, Belgium.
An F-35A Lightning II flown by Maj. Kristin Wolfe, 388th Fighter Wing F-35A Demonstration Team commander, performs a dedication pass over Kleine Brogel Air Base, Belgium.
December 9, 2024 at 3:16 PM
Dedication pass
An F-35A Lightning II flown by Maj. Kristin Wolfe, 388th Fighter Wing F-35A Demonstration Team commander, performs a dedication pass over Kleine Brogel Air Base, Belgium.
An F-35A Lightning II flown by Maj. Kristin Wolfe, 388th Fighter Wing F-35A Demonstration Team commander, performs a dedication pass over Kleine Brogel Air Base, Belgium.