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Delta Welcomes First New Widebody Planes Since COVID-19 Pandemic Began
ATLANTA — Delta Air Lines (DL) will soon take delivery of two brand-new Airbus A350-900 aircraft from Airbus in Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS), France. The aircraft, N514DN, and N515DN are scheduled to depart TLS on September 16 for Tokyo-Narita (NRT) and Amsterdam (AMS), respectively. The two A350 are the first wide-body planes to be delivered to the Atlanta-based carrier since the COVID-19 pandemic erupted at the beginning of the year.
Delta Takes Delivery Of Two New Airbus A321 From Alabama
Delta Air Lines Airbus A321-211 (N380DN). | Photo: © Tyler Lorenz ATLANTA — Delta Air Lines (DL) appears to have taken delivery of two new Airbus A321 aircraft from the planemaker’s assembly line in Mobile, Alabama on Friday, August 28. The aircraft, registered N103DY and N104DN, would be the first new planes to join the Atlanta-based carrier’s fleet since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. NEWS: Delta appears to have taken delivery of two new A321 aircraft from Airbus in Mobile.
Delta Begins Progressive Return Of Aircraft To Service
MIAMI — Delta Air Lines (DL) has begun the process of reactivating both narrowbody and widebody aircraft to its active fleet in recent days. The move comes amid Delta increasing daily flight volumes to cope with rising demand in air travel throughout the United States in the wake of the COVID-19 virus. While Delta has already relaunched many routes and increased frequencies on countless others for the month of June, it is its July schedule that will require more active airframes to operate.
Delta Air Lines To Return Airbus A350 to Service
MIAMI — Delta Air Lines (DL) appears to be reactivating several of its Airbus A350-900 fleet from storage this week as the carrier begins to ramp up operations in the wake of the COVID-19 virus. Friday and Saturday, the carrier will fly four Airbus A350 from storage in Blytheville, Arkansas to its Detroit and Minneapolis-St.Paul hubs. It is unclear at this time whether these aircraft will be returning to Delta’s active fleet versus undergoing maintenance and returning to storage.
British Airways To Fly The A380 to Chicago
MIAMI — British Airways will operate the Airbus A380 once daily between London Heathrow and Chicago O’Hare beginning May 8th, 2018. The A380 will replace the Boeing 747-400 on one of two daily British Airways flights on this route. The A380 will operate as the BA295, departing London Heathrow at 10:50am and arriving Chicago O’Hare at 1:25pm. The return flight, BA294, departs Chicago at 5:30pm and arrives London Heathrow at 7:20am the next morning.
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ROSWELL, NM — Just minutes after the final revenue flight for the American Airlines McDonnell-Douglas Super80 departed from Dallas-Fort Worth for Chicago O’Hare, the mass exodus of Super80 aircraft continued from DFW’s concourse C and other airports in American’s network. On the DFW ramp once dominated by the aircraft type from an older generation, only a handful of the beloved narrow-body aircraft remained.
Delta Receives Last Boeing Airplane, The Future Is All Airbus
MIAMI — Delta Air Lines took delivery of its very last factory-fresh Boeing aircraft—the 130th 737-900(ER) to join its fleet. From now on, what used to be one of Boeing’s largest customers, has only scheduled for delivery brand-new Airbus planes. Delta ordered the Boeing 737-900(ER) three times—100 planes in August 2011, further 20 in December 2015, and 10 more in April 2017.
Analysis: The Official Countdown To The KLM Centennial Begins
AMSTERDAM — KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will celebrate its 100th birthday on October 7, 2019. To commemorate 100 days of celebration ahead of the big day, the airline held a large event at the heart of its network operations, Hangar 12 at Amsterdam-Schiphol Airport. Founder on October 7, 1919, by a group of private investors, KLM would launch its first flights on May 17, 1920, between Amsterdam and London.
Photos: Delta Completes First Boeing 767-400 Cabin Refurbishment
MIAMI — The first Delta Air Lines (DL) Boeing 767-400(ER) to feature its latest DeltaOne Business Class product has completed interior modifications in Guangzhou, China. The aircraft, N828MH, left the United States for Guangzhou on January 1, 2019, and has been undergoing heavy maintenance and refurbishments ever since. The aircraft is believed to have experienced several delays related to its new interior.
PAS19: Boeing Forecasts $8.7 Trillion Market Through 2028
PARIS — At the opening day of the 2019 Paris Air Show, Boeing unveiled its updated 10- and 20-year market outlook for its commercial, defense, and lifecycle solutions divisions. The North American planemaker, who landed in Paris amid an intense crisis generated by the worldwide grounding of its entire 737 MAX fleet, forecasts that the aerospace and defense market will be valued at $8.7 trillion over the decade—an increase from the $8.1 trillion it projected last year.
Exclusive: Onboard the Frontier Airbus A320neo Inaugural Revenue Flight
DENVER — Nearly six years after finalizing their order for the Airbus A320neo, Frontier Airlines has operated its first revenue A320neo flight from Tampa to Denver. The carrier became the fourth airline in North America to take delivery of Airbus’ re-engined narrowbody after Mexican budget carriers Volaris and VivaAerobus, and US ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) Spirit Airlines.
Breaking: FAA to Ground All Boeing 737 MAXs in the USA
MIAMI — The Federal Aviation Administration of the United States has grounded all Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in the United States as a response to the crash of Ethiopian Airlines flight 302. The move comes after the FAA faced growing pressure to ground the aircraft after airlines and regulatory authorities around the world have voluntarily grounded the 737 MAX in the last 48 hours.
Report: China Grounds 737 MAXs Countrywide; Cayman Airways Suspends Indefinitely
MIAMI — According to a report from Caijing Magazine, the government of China has asked all Chinese airlines to suspend all flights operated by the Boeing 737 MAX. This report has not been independentlyly verfied by Airways. The report comes less than 24 hours after Ethiopian Airlines flight ET302 crashed on departure from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport. The flight, operated by a recently delivered Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, is the second 737 MAX aircraft to crash in recent months.
Breaking: Atlas Air 767 Crashes Near Houston
MIAMI — A Boeing 767-300 converted freighter aircraft operated by Atlas Air Inc. crashed Saturday afternoon into Trinity Bay southeast of Houston, Texas. The aircraft, operating and branded as Amazon Prime Air, was operating a regularly scheduled flight from Miami International Airport to George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas. The FAA released the following statement: It is believed that three passengers were aboard the aircraft.
United Launches Major San Francisco Expansion: Delhi, Melbourne
MIAMI — United Airlines announced a major international expansion at its San Francisco hub on Wednesday. Speaking to reporters on a conference call, United CEO Oscar Munoz announced three new international routes and expanded service to several additional markets. The two headlining routes unveiled were San Francisco to Melbourne, Australia (3 weekly) and New Delhi, India (daily) with the 787-9 Dreamliner.
Photos: Delta Showcases The Airbus A220 in Atlanta
ATLANTA — Delta Air Lines showcased its first Airbus A220-100 to the media on Monday at its Atlanta headquarters. The aircraft, formerly known as the Bombardier CSeries, is the first of 75 A220 aircraft Delta has on order. After being delivered in a ceremony on Friday, the aircraft, N101DU, flew to Atlanta where it will shortly begin familiarization and training flights for several months.
Delta Showcases the Airbus A220 in Atlanta
ATLANTA — Delta Air Lines showcased their first Airbus A220-100 to the media on Monday at their Atlanta headquarters. The aircraft, formerly known as the Bombardier CSeries, is the first of 75 A220 aircraft Delta has on order. After being delivered in a ceremony on Friday, the aircraft, N101DU, flew to Atlanta where it will shortly begin familiarization and training flights for several months.
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NEWARK — On Friday evening, Singapore Airlines will once again take the claim of operating the world’s longest commercial flight when flight SQ21 makes its return connecting Newark (EWR) to Singapore (SIN), nonstop. Clocking in at a staggering 18 hours and 45 minutes, the flight will overtake Qatar Airways’ 17 hour and 40 minute Auckland to Doha route as the world’s longest commercial flight.
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MIAMI — The first Airbus A220-100 (formerly known as the CSeries) for Delta Air Lines took flight this afternoon at Airbus’ Mirabel, Canada campus. The aircraft, registered N101DU, is the first of 75 A220 aircraft on order from the Atlanta based carrier. The aircraft took off at 2:01 p.m. EST from Montréal-Mirabel International Airport and is currently conducting its test flight under the callsign BBA510. The Delta A220 will seat 110 passengers and will be used on long and thin routes.
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MIAMI — The first Airbus A220-100 (formerly known as the CSeries) for Delta Air Lines took flight this afternoon at Airbus’ Mirabel, Canada campus. The aircraft, registered N101DU, is the first of 75 A220 aircraft on order from the Atlanta based carrier. The aircraft took off at 2:01 p.m. EST from Montréal-Mirabel International Airport and is currently conducting its test flight under the callsign BBA510. The Delta A220 will seat 110 passengers and will be used on long and thin routes.
Atlanta Airport Illuminates New North Terminal Canopy (+Photos)
ATLANTA — Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport marked a significant milestone on Wednesday night as the airport illuminated the first section of its newly built North Terminal canopy. The canopy, a major component of the multibillion-dollar #ATLNext project, provides weather protection to curbside passengers and is slated to be completed in the fall. Upon completion, construction will begin on the South Terminal Canopy. The complete project is expected to be concluded in fall of 2019.
BREAKING: Horizon Air Q400 Stolen; Crashes near Seattle
BREAKING — Airways Magazine is following reports of an Alaska Airlines Q400 that has been stolen and has crashed in the greater Seattle area. According to various reports, around 8 p.m. Pacific Time, an Alaska Airlines Bombardier Q400 operated by Horizon Air took off from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport without permission from Air Traffic Control. Shortly after taking off, fighters jets were scrambled to intercept the rogue aircraft.
Farnborough: Boeing Announces Commitments for 73 737 MAXs
FARNBOROUGH — Boeing concluded Day Three at the Farnborough International Airshow by announcing that four unidentified customers have signed commitments for a total of 73 737 MAX airplanes. The order is split between one carrier that has committed to 40 of the high-capacity version of the MAX 8 and three other customers that have ordered 33 737 MAX aircraft of which the types are unknown.
Farnborough: VietJet Orders 100 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft
FARNBOROUGH — Vietnamese low-cost carrier VietJet announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for 100 Boeing 737 MAX family aircraft at Day Three of the Farnborough Airshow. The MoU is for 80 of the largest 737 MAX model, the 737 MAX 10, and 20 of the standard 737 MAX 8 aircraft. At list prices, the order is valued at just over $12.7 billion. Airlines often receive steep discounts on bulk orders, however. At 80 units, the order makes VietJet the largest 737 MAX 10 customer in Asia.
Farnborough: Belavia to Lease 4 737 MAX 8s From ALC
FARNBOROUGH — Belavia-Belarusian Airlines announced a long-term agreement to lease four Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft from Air Lease Corporation at Day 2 of the Farnborough Airshow. The aircraft are scheduled to be delivered in 2019 and 2020. “ALC is pleased to announce this placement with Belavia at Farnborough International Airshow today,” said Steven F. Udvar-Házy, Executive Chairman of Air Lease Corporation.
Farnborough: Unnamed US Airline Orders 60 A220s
FARNBOROUGH — An unnamed “new U.S. airline start-up” has committed to purchase 60 Airbus A220-300 aircraft according to Airbus. The aircraft, formerly known as the Bombardier CSeries, changed its name last week after a 50.01% takeover by Airbus. The new airline is founded by a group of investors that includes David Neeleman, the founder of JetBlue. Neeleman is also a major investor in TAP Air Portugal and controlling shareholder in Azul airlines in Brazil.
Farnborough: ALC Orders 75 737 MAX and Three 787 Aircraft
FARNBOROUGH — Air Lease Corporation (ALC) announced orders and commitments for 75 Boeing 737 MAX and three Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft at Day 2 of the Farnborough Airshow on Tuesday. The order is valued at $9.6 billion at list prices. Large customers such as ALC tend to receive large discounts off of bulk orders, however.
Farnborough: Boeing and Embraer Discuss Partnership
FARNBOROUGH — Boeing CEO Dennis Mullenburg and Embraer CEO Paulo Cesar discussed Boeing and Embraer’s commercial aviation partnership at the opening day of the Farnborough Airshow 2018. At the Boeing chalet, both executives broadly discussed the reasoning for the multibillion-dollar partnership that will bring the Embraer E-Jet family into the Boeing product portfolio.
Farnborough: GOL Orders 15 737 MAX 8s; Converts to MAX 10
FARNBOROUGH — Brazilian low-cost carrier GOL announced an order for 15 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft this afternoon at the Farnborough Airshow. In addition to this, the carrier announced that it has converted 30 737 MAX aircraft it had on order into the 737 MAX 10. Today’s order raises GOL’s total 737 MAX backlog to 134 aircraft. GOL took delivery of their first 737 MAX just last month.
The Bombardier CSeries Becomes Airbus A220 (+Live Photos)
TOULOUSE — Airbus has unveiled a new name and branding for the aircraft program formerly known as the Bombardier CSeries. During an event at Airbus headquarters in Toulouse, France, Airbus announced that the aircraft would be renamed the Airbus A220. The name was revealed as the aircraft performed a flyover in front of the crowd at Toulouse-Blagnac Airport with the second A220-300 flight test vehicle (C-FFDO). “Everyone at Airbus has been looking forward to this historic moment.
Breaking: British Airways owner IAG purchases 4.61% of Norwegian Air Shuttle
MONACO — European low-cost carrier Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA is trading up over 20% amid news that the International Airlines Group has purchased a 4.61% stake in the carrier.
Boeing Website Announces American Airlines 787 Order
MIAMI — Boeing’s official website announced a large 47 aircraft order by American Airlines for the 787 Dreamliner Friday afternoon. The announcement was posted on the manufacturer’s website homepage but was quickly taken down. Airways was able to pull up the post through cached data on Google. The order is expected to be for a mix of the 787-8 and 787-9 Dreamliner. The aircraft pictured on the Boeing website was of a 787-8 Dreamliner.
Turkish Airlines To Order 40 787-9 Dreamliners - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Turkish Airlines has announced an $11 billion dollar order for 40 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. “The 787 Dreamliner is the most technologically advanced airplane in the world,” said M. ?lker Ayc?, chairman of the board and the executive committee, Turkish Airlines.
Say Hello to the 737 MAX by Southwest Airlines - Airways Magazine
DALLAS – Tuesday afternoon, Southwest Airlines flew home the first of nine Boeing 737-MAX 8 aircraft that they’ll put into service Oct. 1, making them the first North American airline to receive the new and improved plane. As the largest operator of 737s worldwide, Southwest was instrumental in turning the plane into Boeing’s all-time bestseller. So fittingly, the low-cost carrier was the first airline to place an order in 2011 – 200 aircraft and the option to purchase 191 more.
Southwest Airlines Appears To Have Taken Delivery of First 737 MAX - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Southwest Airlines appears to have taken delivery of their first 737 MAX. The aircraft, N8710M, took off from Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington around 11 a.m. PDT. The aircraft is expected to land in Dallas around 4:15 p.m. CDT. Last week, N8710M completed a customer flight out of Boeing Field with Southwest Airlines representatives onboard. Airways cannot confirm that the aircraft has been contractually delivered however all signs point to this being the case.
Southwest Airlines 737 MAX Visits Dallas Love Field - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — A Boeing 737 MAX destined for Southwest Airlines is flying from Seattle to Dallas today. The aircraft, N8710M, took off from Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington around 11 a.m. PDT. The aircraft is expected to land in Dallas around 4:15 p.m. CDT. In a statement to Airways, a Southwest Airlines spokesperson said: “We are flying one of our 737 MAX aircraft to Dallas today for a brief visit.
Boeing Donates $1 Million To Hurricane Harvey Relief - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — As much of South Texas continues to face torrential rain and flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, the Boeing Company has stepped in and donated $1 million dollars from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist relief efforts. “Our thoughts are with all our neighbors and teammates throughout Texas who are dealing with the unprecedented impact from Hurricane Harvey,” said Dennis Muilenburg, Boeing chairman, president and CEO.
Southwest Airlines Picks Up 486 Passengers From Houston Hobby Airport - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Yesterday, Southwest Airlines completed five roundtrip flights between Dallas Love Field and Houston Hobby Airport to pick up stranded passengers in the wake of Hurricane Harvey. “This evening, we were able to fly 486 Houston Hobby Customers at the airport to Dallas on five Southwest flights. Some employees were onboard as well. Customers are staying overnight at a hotel in Dallas and those traveling elsewhere will be rebooked for flights out tomorrow.
Mitsubishi Grounds MRJ Fleet After Engine Flameout - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Mitsubishi has grounded their fleet of MRJ test aircraft after experiencing a major engine issue earlier this week. Speaking to Airways, an MRJ spokesperson detailed the incident that occurred. “On Monday, August 21, MRJ’s FTA-2 experienced a flameout in the left engine, an unscheduled landing was made at the nearest airport, Portland International, as per our flight operations manual.
Singapore Retires The First A380 Ever Delivered - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Singapore Airlines has withdrawn the first Airbus A380 ever delivered from their fleet. The aircraft, 9V-SKA, was delivered in October of 2007 and is just over 11 years old. First reported by FlightGlobal.com, Singapore Airlines has since confirmed the aircraft’s fate with Reuters. Singapore will return the aircraft to German leasing firm Dr. Peters Group in the coming months. At this time, it is unclear what the future holds for 9V-SKA.
Spirit Airlines Expands In New Orleans - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Spirit Airlines has announced six new routes including four routes from New Orleans. The new flights from New Orleans will launch on November 9th, 2017. “As Spirit adds more new aircraft to its growing Fit Fleet, we are committed to offering new service to the places our customers want to fly, like New Orleans, Las Vegas, and West Palm Beach,” said Mark Kopczak, Spirit Airlines’ Vice President of Network Planning.
AirAsia's Tony Fernandes Eyeing The Bombardier CSeries - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Speaking to a gaggle of reporters after a press conference in Montreal, Canada, AirAsia Group CEO Tony Fernandes said AirAsia was considering purchasing the Bombardier CSeries. Earlier in the day, Bombardier took Fernandes on a CSeries demonstration flight to showcase the next generation aircraft. The news, first reported by Reuters, would give the CSeries program a much-needed boost.
Qantas Readies 20 Hour London Route Announcement - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — According to various reports, Qantas will announce this week plans to operate flights between Sydney and London. At over 20 hours in length, the world record route is reliant on Airbus or Boeing developing an aircraft capable of operating such a long route. “The world is getting closer and closer together with ultra long haul flights from Delta’s ATL-JNB route to QR’s DOH-AKL.
Air Canada To Launch Montréal-Tokyo Route With the 787 Dreamliner - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Air Canada has announced that it will launch daily service between Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport and Tokyo-Narita International Airport with the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The route is set to begin on June 1st, 2018 and is subject to government approval. The flight, Air Canada 005, will depart YUL at 14:05 and land in Tokyo-Narita at 15:50. The return flight, Air Canada 006, will depart Tokyo-Narita at 17:30 and land in Montreal at 16:30.
WOW Air Announces Major US Expansion - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Icelandic low-cost carrier WOW Air will soon fly four new routes to the United States. Today, the airline announced that it will begin service between Reykjavik, Iceland and Cleveland, Cincinnati, St. Louis, and Detroit. Adventures in America await! ?‘?????‡??‡¸ Introducing 4 new exciting destinations in the U.S. ?˜??Ž‰ #wowair pic.twitter.com/gQn0dUGmzy Each route will start on different dates.
Alaska Airlines Chooses Gogo 2Ku For Future Wifi - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — Seattle based Alaska Airlines has chosen Gogo’s next generation 2Ku satellite wifi for its fleet. According to Alaska, Gogo 2Ku will be found on its entire fleet of Boeing aircraft and inherited Virgin America aircraft. With 20 times more bandwidth than the airline’s current product, Gogo 2Ku will enable customers to stream shows and have more devices connected at once. 2Ku will also provide wifi on routes that currently lack wifi like Hawaii, Mexico, and Costa Rica.
Brazil Pushes WTO To Settle Bombardier Dispute - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — The Brazil Foreign Ministry has asked the World Trade Organization to set up a dispute settlement panel to resolve the ongoing trade dispute between Brazil and Canadian aerospace giant Bombardier. The dispute is over subsidies provided to the struggling Bombardier from the Canadian government that then enabled them to sell aircraft below the cost of production.
Viewing Eclipse 2017 From 37k Feet With Southwest Airlines
SEATTLE — For Eclipse 2017, Airways joined Southwest Airlines for its special #Eclipse2017 flight from Seattle to St. Louis. Out of the thousands of daily Southwest Airlines flights, the airline determined the five best flights for viewing the eclipse. One common trend of these five flights is they all took off from Seattle, Portland, or Denver and traveled southeast.
JetBlue Adds Three Routes From Atlanta - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — JetBlue Airways will soon add three new routes from Atlanta. The new routes will be to Fort Lauderdale, New York-JFK, and Orlando. JetBlue already serves Boston from Atlanta five times daily. Although the company has not released a press release, Airways has been able to confirm these new routes based on mock bookings from the JetBlue website. All three routes will begin on March 8th, 2018. JetBlue will operate the New York and Fort Lauderdale flights twice daily and Orlando once daily.
American Airlines Bets Big on Philadelphia While Making Cuts to JFK - Airways Magazine
MIAMI — American Airlines will soon add several transatlantic routes from its Philadelphia hub while making large cuts to its international network at New York’s JFK. Today, American announced routes from Philadelphia to Budapest (BUD) and Prague (PRG). Both routes will begin May 4th, 2018 and will be operated by the 767-300. They will be the second and third international 767 routes from Philadelphia since American retired the 767-200 several years ago.
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