Third-generation pilot keeps spirit high despite turbulent times
Knut-Erik Risan was a successful experienced pilot working for one Norwegian airline. In March 2020, he, like many…
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The last hurrah of the Boeing 747: the Intercontinental Queen
This article was originally written and published at AeroTime News on October 11, 2019.On October 12, 2011, Cargolux…
DHL Boeing 757 freighter diverts due to cargo door opening
A DHL UK Air Boeing 757-200 returned to Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) after its main cargo door opened…
Could China’s aircraft carriers dethrone the US Navy?
Nine years ago, China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy did not operate a single aircraft carrier. In 2021, its…
While commercial planes stay still, private jets fly high
Aviation sector is slowly recovering from the coronavirus crisis and while many commercial planes are grounded, demand for…
Captain Joe’s story: Airbus joystick replaced by coffee roaster
Joe Townshend, one of the youngest qualified Captains at Thomas Cook Airlines, could not even imagine that one…
Could China launch fighter jets from its theme park aircraft carriers?
Currently, the United States operates eleven aircraft carriers capable of launching fixed-wing aircraft. France, India, Italy and Russia…
Has Rolls-Royce lost its plot in commercial aviation?
Rolls-Royce has been one of the well-established names in commercial aviation, as its engines have powered many iconic…
The rollercoaster of Covid communication: Ben’s story of building team spirit
Ben Griffiths Head of Communications at 2Excel AviationAs I sit staring out of the window of my home…
Laid-off Norwegian employees left with uniforms but no pay
The struggling Norwegian Air Shuttle, instead of paying wages, reportedly offered its employees to keep their uniforms and…
Boeing to move Boeing 737 fin structure production to India
On February 5, 2021, a joint venture between Boeing and Tata Advanced Systems (TAS), Tata Boeing Aerospace (TBA),…
Missionary Bush Pilot shares his Covid story in Papua New Guinea
While the COVID-19 virus in Papua New Guinea has not spread as widely as in some other places,…
Spaceport, airliner, Putin’s plane: past ideas for second An-225 Mriya
The An-225 Mriya is unique in many aspects: it is the heaviest and arguably the largest operating aircraft…
Dublin Airport – worst hit during global crisis
Europe’s airports have been affected the worst by the pandemic. Dublin Airport in Ireland is leading the list. According…
Gatwick airport to receive up to £8 million in government support
Amid ongoing travel restrictions, Gatwick Airport (LGW), the second largest airport in London, is on the way to…
Boeing ready to offer F-15EX fighter jet to India
Ankur Kanaglekar, head of Boeing India, reported discussions between New Delhi and Washington about the F-15EX, on January…
Algerian MiG-29M2 spotted for the first time
For the first time, an Algerian MiG-29M2 was photographed. The twin-seat fighter jet numbered FB-99, shot by the…
Ryanair reports €1B loss, braces for “the most challenging year”
Ryanair expects to lose around €1 billion ($1.2 billion) in FY2021, which ends on March 31, 2021. Having…