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Hurtigruten Offers 10 Percent Deposit on 2028/29 Voyages
Hurtigruten is now taking bookings for the 2028/29 season, when its Signature program is divided into two voyage styles, and it is temporarily lowering the deposit on eligible new bookings to 10 percent from 25 percent. Season departures run April 1, 2028, through March 31, 2029. The two styles differ in how much of the coast a voyage covers.
NTSB Recovers Cockpit Voice Recorder From Miami Crash As On-Scene Investigation Ends
The on-scene phase of the investigation into the South Florida Learjet crash that occurred on November 1 has been completed.
Delta’s 1st A350-1000 Spotted In Full Livery Ahead Of June 2027 Debut
The first Airbus A350-1000 for Delta Air Lines has been spotted in full airline livery at Airbus' facility in Toulouse, France, providing the first public look at the widebody as it approaches completion. Aviation photography outlet Airways Magazine shared the sighting on November 9, with photographs credited to aircraft spotter Eurospot.
Boeing Cuts 5% Of Commercial Airplanes Workforce As Production Ramp-Up Slows
American plane manufacturer Boeing has announced that it will reduce its workforce by around 5%. Affecting those working in the division of Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA), the decision comes as the US plane maker confirmed that it plans to slow down its factory production rate increases as a result of factory and supply chain challenges.
Airbus A350-1000ULR officially sets record for longest commercial airliner flight
Millions followed the live flight. Now it’s officially in the record books. Airbus’ A350-1000ULR has secured the Guinness World Record for the longest flight by distance by a commercial airliner—and Flightradar24 is proud to have helped support the record’s certification. Airbus announced the recognition on 9 November, confirming a distance of 12,503 nautical miles (23,155 kilometres).
14,388 Miles: Airbus A350-1000ULR Test Flight Officially Breaks The Guinness World Record
Airbus has officially broken the Guinness World Record for the longest nonstop flight by a commercial airliner, with its Airbus A350-1000ULR covering an extraordinary 14,388 miles (23,155 km) in 24 hours and 24 minutes. The achievement, announced earlier today, ends a record held for more than two decades by Boeing with its Boeing 777-200LR Worldliner.
Star Clippers Offers Air Credit on Select 2027–28 Sicily Sailings
Star Clippers has announced a limited-time offer on select 2027 and 2028 Mediterranean voyages. Guests who book a qualifying Sicily sailing by Dec. 31, 2026, will receive a $500 air credit, as well as a complimentary 3GB WiFi package per cabin, making it easier to reach the Mediterranean and to share the journey with friends and family back home.
Ensemble Summit Pairs Member Rewards With Retention, AI Focus
Ensemble introduced a Member Rewards program and a revised revenue management strategy at its yearly Ensemble Summit, held Nov. 4-6 at the Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya, presenting both as ways to turn its priorities for the coming year into concrete gains for members and partners. “Our focus is to make Ensemble an even stronger partner for our members, creating more opportunities for growth and helping them drive their business,” said Johnson in a press statement.
The next breakthrough is software built on the battlefield by agentic bots
Super Intelligence (SI) is not a new tool for the US military. However, it is rapidly evolving and offering new capabilities and challenges, moving from large language models that are limited by the data sets they were trained on to agentic SI models that can act with autonomy. Building the SI tools needed to keep pace with rapidly changing battlefield threats will require understanding that time is of the essence, as countermeasures and defenses cannot take months or years to build.
Royalton Hotels & Resorts Opens Early Access to Black Friday
Royalton Hotels & Resorts has opened early access to its Black Friday offers, with savings across a 28-resort portfolio, including two featured resorts that don’t open until 2027. The early access window gives both travelers and travel advisors a head start on the company’s biggest sale of the year, with savings that reach into the hundreds of dollars on stays in Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Antigua, Saint Lucia, Barbados, Grenada and Costa Rica.
Pentagon can’t track thousands of F-35 parts: GAO
WASHINGTON — The F-35 Joint Program Office cannot reliably track thousands of spare parts undergoing maintenance or repair, leaving officials without a clear picture on the location of as much as $2.5 billion worth of components across the aircraft’s global supply chain, according to a new government watchdog report.
Korean Air Aerospace pushes forward with Collaborative Combat Aircraft plans
DAEJEON, South Korea — Korean Air Aerospace Division (KE-ASD) is readying its Low Observable Wingman Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle System (LOWUS) loyal wingman drone to make its first flight by the end of this year, the company has announced.
Smelly Cabin Forces United Airlines Boeing 787 Athens Diversion
A United Airlines flight from Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has been diverted to Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos (ATH) after an unusual odor was reported onboard. The decision was made while the Boeing 787-9, registered N24993, was approximately 170 nautical miles (314 km) from Athens. The aircraft landed safely 40 minutes later. United is arranging for a different aircraft to take the passengers to their final destination.
Army fields launched effects to 11 of 12 divisions, with Griffon Aerospace delivering the majority
WASHINGTON — The Army has fielded launched effects to all but one of its headquarters divisions, with Griffon Aerospace supplying the majority of the systems, according to senior Army officials. The unmanned systems have been delivered to 11 of its 12 HQ divisions and each multi-domain task force (MDTF), according to Lt. Col. Hunter Gray, product manager for launched effects under Program Acquisition Executive Maneuver Air.
U.S. Travel Loses Ground as International Competitors Surge
Despite record domestic travel, the U.S. travel industry is losing international visitors and seeing overseas spending decline. According to a Nov. 5 forecast from the U.S. Travel Association (USTA), international visitor spending (adjusted for inflation) is projected to finish 2026 down 6.3%, at $163 billion—a loss of nearly $11 billion compared with 2025.
19-Hours: Singapore Airlines Is Finally Adding First Class To The World’s Longest Flight
As part of its new cabin launch, Singapore Airlines last week confirmed that first class would be coming to the world's longest flight. Singapore Airlines operates three routes to New York. The two nonstop routes currently clock in as the world's longest flights. 19 hours may sound like an awfully long time to be on-board an aircraft. Singapore Airlines will be giving just over half of its passengers on these flights full privacy with the launch of the Airbus A350 retrofit cabins.
United Airlines’ Newest Economy Plus Upsell Is An Empty Middle Seat Covered By A Table & Cupholders
If you're looking to book Economy Plus seats 32B or 32E on United Airlines' new Airbus A321XLR, you can't. The seats exist, but United will not sell you either one of them because they're permanently blocked. Instead of opening them up to passengers, United has opted to place a cocktail table with cupholders while marketing the adjacent seats as 'Economy Plus with Extra Elbow Room' for an additional surcharge.
Defense industry takes aim at ‘right to repair’ as NDAA decision looms
WASHINGTON — When Congress returns this week, leaders of the armed services committees will face a looming decision on “right to repair” legislation aimed at giving troops the ability to fix their equipment while deployed, but industry groups say the measure could have grave implications for intellectual property.
United Airlines Opens First New Concourse In 20 Years At Washington Dulles Airport
It's no secret that United Airlines is by far the dominant operator at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). According to data from Cirium, an aviation analytics company, the US 'big three' legacy carrier and Star Alliance founding member accounts for 7,830 of the 10,336 flights that are scheduled to depart from Dulles this month (76%). This includes those operated by its regional partners.
German Union Demands Government Transparency Over Emirates’ Proposed Berlin Flights
Emirates' ongoing battle to establish flights from its main hub at Dubai International Airport (DXB) in the UAE to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) in Germany has just taken another interesting turn. Specifically, the Unabhängige Flugbegleiter Organisation (Independent Flight Attendants' Organization, or UFO) has asked the German government for more transparency regarding the carrier's traffic rights.
Riverside Luxury Cruises Offers 10% Off for Black Friday
Riverside Luxury Cruises is offering 10 percent off Full Board fares on select 2027 and 2028 sailings as part of its Black Friday promotion. Valid on new bookings made Nov. 23 through Dec. 4, 2026, the offer can be combined with the cruise line’s existing Early Booking, Long Stay and Repeat Guest promotions, bringing total savings to as much as 43 percent for repeat guests and 38 percent for new guests on select departures.
Lufthansa 747 “Very Close To An Accident” In Miami As American Airlines 787 Turns Into Its Path
Last week, a Lufthansa Boeing 747-8 taxiing at Miami International Airport (MIA) had to make a sudden stop on its way to the runway after an American Airlines Boeing 787-8 turned into its path. The situation reportedly arose after the Dreamliner's crew failed to hold short of the taxiway to allow the 747 to continue its journey, with tense air traffic control transmissions of the situation being uploaded online.
The Real Reason Why Ryanair Still Flies Only Boeing 737s
Alaska Airlines had finally let go of the "Proudly all Boeing" motto as displayed on many of their Boeing 737s. Primarily due to mergers with Virgin America and Hawaiian Airlines, both significant Airbus operators, retaining an all-737 fleet was no longer possible for the Seattle-based airline. Their introduction into long haul service under the Alaska brand further solidified the nail in the coffin for such fleet commonality.
American Airlines Backs Out Of $650 Promise To Bumped Passenger, Citing Smaller Plane
American Airlines has declined to honor a gate agent’s reported promise of $650 to a passenger denied boarding on a flight bound for Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), saying an aircraft downgrade exempted it from federal involuntary denied-boarding compensation. The passenger initially received a $250 flight credit, but after consumer advocate Christopher Elliott contacted the airline, American added $192, bringing the total to $442. She did not receive the $650 she says was promised.
Strong Jet Stream Leads To Transatlantic Flights Reporting Overspeed Incidents
Transatlantic flights encountered unusually strong jet stream conditions on November 3 and 4, 2026, with several aircraft reportedly experiencing overspeed alerts while crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Among them was British Airways Flight BA252, operated by a Boeing 777-200, which briefly exceeded its reported operational speed limit by approximately 7–10 knots.
British Airways Boeing 787 Stranded In Pittsburgh For 2 Months Due To Complicated Repairs
A British AirwaysBoeing 787-8 Dreamliner has been stranded at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) in Pennsylvania for over two months after reportedly sustaining significant damage during a ground-handling incident. The aircraft, registered as G-ZBJF, arrived at PIT from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) on August 28, 2026, operating as flight BA 171.
The Aircraft Replacing The Chinook
The Chinook’s unrivaled heavy-lift capability and outstanding track record make it a favorite with the special forces communities of the US Department of Defense. The Army’s Chinook fleet numbers more than 470 aircraft and is expected to serve as the primary heavy-lift rotorcraft for many more years to come. Since debuting in 1961, the Chinook has never been toppled as the apex of tandem-rotor helicopters.
How Many Crew Members Does It Take To Fly A C-17 Globemaster?
The C-17 Globemaster III is one of the most capable military transport aircraft in service, designed to move troops, heavy equipment, and humanitarian supplies across considerable distances. Despite its enormous size and ability to carry some of the military's heaviest vehicles, the aircraft requires surprisingly few people to operate, with a standard flight crew of just three members. The United States Air Force (USAF) identifies the C-17 crew as a pilot, a copilot, and a loadmaster.
Allegiant Air Cuts More Sun Country Flights From Minneapolis Despite “Really Strong” Demand
Allegiant Air is preparing to further reduce Sun Country Airlines' passenger schedule at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), despite acknowledging that demand in the Twin Cities remains exceptionally strong. During its third-quarter 2026 earnings call on November 4, Allegiant CEO Greg Anderson confirmed that Sun Country's pilot staffing levels remain below requirements, limiting the airline's ability to operate its planned services.
United 737 Jet Blast Reportedly Flips Cessna At John Wayne Airport, But Officials Blame Wind
A Cessna 172 Skyhawk carrying two people overturned at Orange County's John Wayne Airport (SNA) on Saturday afternoon, with air traffic control (ATC) audio indicating it may have been caught in the jet blast of a United Airlines Boeing 737. While an airport spokesperson has blamed the incident on high winds, the Cessna's operator says it occurred after a nearby jet was taking off.
Air France A350 Nearly Collides Midair With American A321 After Wrong Turn At LAX
Two aircraft belonging to American Airlines and Air France came within 400 feet (121 meters) of each other as both jets attempted to depart from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Quick actions by air traffic control and the pilots onboard averted a close call that could have had catastrophic consequences.
Why Air Canada Is Replacing Some Boeing 787 Flights With Airbus A321XLRs
Air Canada uses five widebody aircraft for long-haul routes: the Airbus A330-300, the Boeing 777-200LR, the 777-300ER, the 787-8, and the 787-9 Dreamliner. For the most part, these aircraft all serve a distinct purpose, and the same is true of Air Canada's new Airbus A321XLR. A narrowbody long-range twinjet with just 182 seats, it's a very different machine to the widebodies, as it offers extremely low operating costs and has a leisure-oriented layout.
Where To Spot The Airbus A380 In 2026: The 10 Airports With The Most Superjumbo Flights
The Airbus A380 remains one of the most recognizable aircraft in commercial aviation, and despite production having ended, the world's largest passenger airliner continues to operate an impressive international network. For enthusiasts hoping to catch the Superjumbo in action during 2026, some airports offer considerably better opportunities than others.
American Airlines Officially Welcomes Passengers Back To Flagship Dining At LAX After 6 Years
Travelers with American Airlines can now enjoy the carrier's Flagship Dining facilities at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The upgraded facility provides à la carte dining experiences within the Flagship lounge. The airline's premium lounge is available for those traveling in the premium cabins and those with AAdvantage elite status on long-haul flights.
Why The Boeing 777-9 Is Not A Straight Replacement For Every Airbus A380
Having been manufactured from 2003 until 2021, the Airbus A380 currently does not have a direct replacement available on the open market. The program itself was designed as a competitive option to a similar, superjumbo aircraft, the Boeing 747. The A380 has the distinction of being the highest capacity commercial jet ever produced, with its most dense example operated by Emirates, at 615 seats.
United Airlines Pilots Defy ATC Orders To Fly Through “The Worst Part” Of A Severe Thunderstorm
United Airlines pilots scheduled to operate a nonstop flight from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) refused to accept the air traffic control's proposed routing to the US capital, after they identified that the route would take them directly through a severe thunderstorm.
Southwest Airlines Flight Attendant Allegedly Quit Job After Passenger-Facing Crew Dispute
A Southwest Airlines flight attendant allegedly quit after a verbal argument with other cabin crew in front of a fully boarded plane. A report by View From The Wing has suggested that passengers were told a flight attendant was sick before the captain of the flight to Kansas City came on the loudspeaker and explained that the two had 'personality differences'.
Lawsuits Accuse 7 US Airlines Of Colluding To Raise Fares By Sharing Pricing Data
Seven major US airlines — including the 'Big Four' American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines — have been accused of sharing confidential pricing data to avoid undercutting each other. Two proposed class action lawsuits claim the arrangement has helped keep domestic ticket prices artificially high, in violation of federal antitrust laws.
NTSB: Missed Inspections Let Storm-Damaged Southwest 737 MAX Fly 44 Times Before Dutch Roll Accident
A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 MAX flew 44 times with undetected storm damage to its tail after missing a post-storm inspection, then later passing a flawed maintenance test. The aircraft then experienced a Dutch roll event, prompting an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). In its final report on the May 2024 accident, the NTSB found that severe winds damaged the plane while it was parked in New Orleans nine days earlier.
AST SpaceMobile unveils $1.3 billion engine deal with Firefly Aerospace to power new heavy-lift rocket
Texas-based companies AST SpaceMobile and Firefly Aerospace announced a $1.3 billion agreement to license a rocket engine that will power a new, heavy-lift rocket starting in 2028, if all goes to plan. The proposed launcher is called Blacklift and AST SpaceMobile classifies it as a 20-ton rocket, which would put it in the same category of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 and United Launch Alliance’s Vulcan.
Why The Boeing 747-400 Was A Turning Point For Two-Pilot Cockpits
For almost two decades, operating the Boeing 747 meant having three people on the flight deck. Alongside the captain and first officer, a dedicated flight engineer monitored the jumbo jet's complex systems, managed fuel distribution, checked engine parameters, and ensured its electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems operated correctly.
19-Year-Old Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 Loses #2 Engine After Takeoff, Declares Emergency
On Friday a Southwest Airlines flight experienced an engine failure shortly after takeoff from John Wayne Airport-Orange County Airport (SNA). This resulted in the 19-year-old Boeing 737-700 declaring an emergency and diverting to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The service, on board one of the country's largest airlines, stopped its climb and squawked 7700, the standard broadcast for a general emergency to air traffic control.
Delta Air Lines Boosts Summer 2027 Schedule With New Routes & Expanded Weekend Frequencies
Delta Air Lines has announced another expansion of its summer 2027 network, featuring 11 seasonal routes, additional weekend frequencies on five domestic services, and increased flying to ten Latin American and Caribbean destinations. The changes announced today target leisure travelers heading to mountain resorts, national parks, and beach destinations.
Falcon 9 to launch from California on classified mission for U.S. Space Force
SpaceX will deploy another batch of satellites for a clandestine U.S. Space Force program on a Falcon 9 rocket to launch from California Friday afternoon. Liftoff from pad 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base is scheduled for 4:48 p.m. PST (7:48 p.m. EST / 0048 UTC). The rocket will take a south-easterly trajectory on departure from the central California coast. The flight was originally scheduled for Nov.
Blue Is Back: Princess Cruises Unveils “Blue Friday” Savings
Princess Cruises is kicking off its annual Blue Friday sale, giving travelers an extended opportunity to save on cruises to destinations around the world. Running now through Dec. 7, 2026, the promotion features up to 50 percent off cruise fares, up to $400 in instant savings and free cruise fares for third and fourth guests on select sailings (taxes and fees apply).
Bahia Principe to Reopen Renovated Explore Jamaica on Dec. 1
Families and groups headed to Jamaica’s north coast will have a renovated all-inclusive option in Runaway Bay on Dec. 1, when Bahia Principe Explore Jamaica reopens after roughly a year of work on its guestrooms, suites, common areas, dining, entertainment and leisure spaces. The resort returns as part of Explore, one of two sub-brands Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts uses to sort its hotels by the way guests travel.
AvTalk Episode 394: The crash of N722BD
On this week’s episode of AvTalk, we discuss what the ADS-B data and initial NTSB investigation tell us about the crash Learjet 60 N722BD. We also touch on why this crash seems to have spawned so many maddeningly unhelpful conspiracy theories. Also on this week’s episode, multiple aircraft have been affected by hoax bomb threats across Europe. And the NTSB releases its final report on a quadruple runway incursion at JFK Airport in New York.
United Airlines Pushes Back Airbus A321neo Coastliner Debut To “Early 2027”
Star Alliance carrier United Airlines Airbus A321neo Coastliner is set to enter regular scheduled service in 2027. The airline had hoped to debut this new aircraft this calendar year; however, after facing delivery delays from European aircraft manufacturer Airbus, the planes will not take flight until next year. United's first Coastliner was delivered on November 5 and bears registration N74751.
Missed AUSA 2026? Get the Ground Truth from Breaking Defense’s free eBook
In early October, the US Army descended on downtown Washington for the annual AUSA conference, America’s largest defense industry gathering of the year. Pentagon leaders spoke, the Army outlined its vision for the next year, and an uncountable number of drones, missiles and large vehicles were displayed on the show floor.
Allegiant Air To Expand Fleet, Exercises Options For 6 New Boeing 737 MAX 8s Worth $720 Million
US ultra-low-cost carrier Allegiant Air has exercised options to obtain an six additional Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft. This will support the airline's extended fleet renewal and marks a move from the carrier, which has historically relied on Airbus narrowbodies before its pivot to Boeing for larger new-generation aircraft.
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