Top 10 April Fools by airlines: have you fallen for any of these jokes?
April 1, or April Fool’s Day, has been celebrated for centuries. On this day no one is safe…
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How well do you know the ACMI leasing market? | Quiz
ACMI aircraft leasing has grown steadily during the past decade. But just how much do you know about…
Today in history: The first Boeing 747 test flight
On February 9, 1969, Boeing’s new flagship, the 747 ‘Jumbo Jet’, took off for the first time from…
ACMI operators boost cargo operations amid freight boom
COVID-19 devastated global passenger traffic levels but the cargo market has been booming. Players in the ACMI market…
Today in history: The Boeing 777X first flight
Two years ago, on January 25, 2020, we saw the first flight of the highly anticipated Boeing 777-9,…
Another probe for Emirates after B777 told to abort take-off at DXB
Yet another take-off incident for Emirates at its Dubai hub. A report has emerged of how two of…
How well do you know aviation in Africa? | Quiz
January 2022 marks Africa month at AeroTime, where our team has been focusing on the aviation industry in the region. From the biggest airports to…
Planes that changed the industry | Quiz
Introducing any new commercial passenger aircraft is a significant event. After all, each new model alters aviation in…
Which airports can handle the Antonov An-225 Mriya?
Imagine that you are building an airport. What are the key elements to include? Of course, one of the…
12 Years Ago the Boeing 787 Dreamliner made its debut
Since its unveiling, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has become a staple aircraft in long-haul aviation. The Dreamliner showcased that the future of…
Planespotting: Top 10 challenges when identifying aircraft
Thousands of types of aircraft have been manufactured during the last century. Even the most seasoned plane spotter would not be able to recognize them all. After…
Aviation photography: can you turn a passion into a profession?
In an age when flying is widely accessible, plane spotting has become a common phenomenon. Aircraft enthusiasts travel all…
How well do you know aviation themed-films | Quiz
Aircraft are a regular fixture in Hollywood blockbusters. From ‘Wings’ and ‘Indiana Jones’, to the comedy classic ‘Airplane!’…
Emirates says Omicron could bring ‘significant traumas’ for aviation industry
Emirates airline says losing December or winter to additional COVID-19 restrictions as a result of the Omicron variant of…
Emirates adds Thanksgiving dinner to in-flight menu
Emirates has revealed that a special Thanksgiving dinner option will be available on selected flights this holiday season. The…
Emirates to retrofit premium economy on 105 aircraft, mulls new 777 biz class
Premium economy onboard Emirates is proving popular. So much so that the Gulf carrier has announced a programme…
Iconic aircraft to lucrative deals: test your knowledge of Dubai Airshow | Quiz
Air shows often feature break-through technologies and lucrative aircraft deals. Since first opening its doors, Dubai Airshow has…
British Airways: Return of the Superjumbo
Arriving at Heathrow airport on a drizzly Autumn morning did nothing to dampen the spirits in what has…