Over one-third of commercial pilots still grounded as pandemic drags on
Over one-third of commercial pilots are still not flying as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll…
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FAA awards $5M in grants toward next gen pilots and aviation professionals
The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded $5 million towards universities and aeronautical educational institutions to educate the next…
Leaked memo reveals errors as rusty Qantas pilots return to flying
Qantas pilots are demonstrating poor performance and are prone to making mistakes, a leaked internal memo reveals. The memo,…
The life of a business jet pilot: how does it differ from commercial aviation?
Have you ever wondered what life is like for a business jet pilot? Compared to commercial aviation flight…
50 years in aviation: “I don’t take no for an answer.” Deborah Lawrie
Captain Deborah Lawrie changed the world for female aviators. In the late 1970s, Lawrie was the first woman…
30 Years of ECA. From COVID-19 to single pilot ops – what’s next for pilots?
The European Cockpit Association (ECA), an umbrella organisation for pilot unions across Europe, turns 30 this month. The…
American Airlines pilots reject company’s proposal of increased holiday pay
The union for American Airlines (A1G) (AAL) pilots has rejected the company’s offer to increase pilots’ pay during…
Southwest Airlines pilot cited for alleged assault of flight attendant
A Southwest Airlines (LUV) pilot has been summoned to appear in court after allegedly assaulting his colleague, a…
United Airlines says unvaccinated pilots are costing it millions per month
United Airlines has said in a court filing that its unvaccinated pilots are costing the airline about $1.4…
Will British Airways relaunch Gatwick short-haul ops after all?
British Airways may yet be relaunching short-haul flights from London Gatwick (LGW) in summer 2022 after fresh talks…
What has life been like for cargo pilots during the pandemic?
During the pandemic, passenger planes were grounded and many pilots lost their jobs. Cargo pilots, however, still kept…
Qatar Airways Triple Sevens to be flown by British Airways pilots?
Qatar Airways Boeing 777 wide-bodies might soon be flown by British Airways pilots, as they are reportedly offered…
BA to suspend Gatwick short-haul ops after failing to agree on low-cost unit
British Airways is suspending short-haul operations at London Gatwick Airport (LGW) after failing to come to an agreement…
airBaltic to recruit pilots, cabin crew again as travel demand improves
Latvian airline airBaltic is planning to hire a total of 300 pilots and cabin crew by summer 2022…
Ryanair opens €50M training center in Ireland, plans 5,000 new staff
An Irish ultra-low-cost carrier Ryanair opens a €50 million aviation training center near Dublin Airport (DUB), Ireland. Here,…
Wizz Air, looking for new crew, restores pilot pay to pre-pandemic levels
Wizz Air, on the hunt for new pilots and cabin crew, says it is putting pilots back on…
Cathay Pacific to shut down pilot base in London
Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific is closing its pilot base in London, the United Kingdom. The move…
Southwest Airlines pilots sue over work changes during pandemic
The pilots union of Southwest Airlines (LUV) have sued the carrier, claiming that the rules that have been…