FR4978: all the holes in the story
On May 23, 2021, Ryanair flight 4978 was diverted on its way from Athens (ATH) to Vilnius (VNO).…
When are we going to have space flight attendants?
There’s an interesting scene in Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey, where a pen is captured floating in…
Space junk: have we averted crisis?
Since the 1950s, humans have been sending probes and satellites into space. But we’ve also left behind a…
From Boeing 737 to tactical freighter: commercial pilot turns military aviator
Mindaugas Zidonis’s love of flying began in early adolescence when he was living in Vilnius, Lithuania. Then, after…
Aviator Jack’s story: from barista to twin-engine pilot in Australia
Article by Chris Dwyer, AeroTime Asia correspondentImagine flying from London to Madrid – and not seeing a single…
Pandemic challenge: Norwegian Captain rejoins Dutch Air Force
“I was the happiest guy in the world. Working with the finest people, flying to great destinations in the…
What is left of Norwegian Air Shuttle as it exits bankruptcy?
On May 26, 2021, Norwegian Air Shuttle announced that it has successfully emerged from the Examinership and the…
DHL to launch new European cargo airline
DHL Express plans to set up a new cargo airline in Austria, the company announced on May 25,…
EXCLUSIVE | Incredible intricacy and beauty of air-to-air photography
Air-to-air photography requires exceptional skill and a high level of experience from a multitude of professionals. Renowned for…
EU condemns hijacking, urges airlines to avoid overflight of Belarus
The European Council is urging all European airlines to avoid overflight of Belarus following the forced landing of…
Bikinis & jokes: Are these low cost carriers’ shenanigans real or not? | Quiz
Low-cost airlines did a lot of crazy stunts over the years. Can you recognize which ones of these…
Corporate Pilot Kristupas: “It’s time to take advantage of new opportunities”
Every crisis contains the seed of opportunity. This could be the knowledge to build something back better, identify…
Rostec assembles first experimental gas generator for future PD-8 engine
United Engine Corporation of Rostec assembled the first experimental gas generator for the future generation of Russian regional…
AirAsia appoints new CEO for its digital marketplace called super app
Amanda Woo takes up the role as the Chief Executive Officer of airasia super app ꟷ the company’s…
Paul’s story: pilot secrets help NHS staff during COVID-19
In March 2020, Paul Green lost his dream job as a commercial airline pilot when his employer, the…
Colombia approves Delta Airlines and LATAM joint venture
The Civil Aviation Authority of Colombia (Aeronáutica Civil de Colombia) has unconditionally authorized LATAM and Delta Airlines (DAL)…
Airbus resumes the A321 FAL installation in ex-A380 Lagardère site
Airbus already sees market recovery ‘in sight’ as it resumes modernization works on its new, digitally-enabled A321 final…
Captain Ali’s story: from Airbus joystick to laundry business
By Ali AndokoA330 Captain, business ownerI have just entered my third year enjoying the convenience of working as…