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Iconic Supersonic Concorde Returns to Display at Intrepid Museum After Restoration

By | 2024-03-18T14:05:00-04:00 March 15th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft, Aircraft Business, Airline Business|

The iconic Concorde, celebrated as the only supersonic commercial airliner to have graced the skies with regular passenger service, is poised for a grand showcase at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in New York City. Following a meticulous seven-month restoration endeavor, the retired British Airways Concorde, bearing the registration G-BOAD, is set to [...]

China’s ARJ21 and C919 Jets Showcase in Malaysia Targeting Southeast Asia Market Expansion

By | 2024-03-18T14:04:42-04:00 March 15th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Aircraft Engines & Suppliers, Press Releases|

China's indigenous commercial aircraft, the ARJ21 and C919, marked their debut in Malaysia with a static display and a demonstration flight at the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport in Selangor state. This significant event, aimed at showcasing the capabilities and economic viability of these aircraft, underscores China's efforts to penetrate the Southeast Asian aviation market. [...]

United Airlines Nears Leasing Deal for 36 Airbus A321neo Jets Amid Boeing 737-10 Uncertainties

By | 2024-03-15T11:38:54-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business|

United Airlines is on the verge of leasing over thirty-six Airbus A321neo jets, as per Bloomberg News, leveraging sources familiar with the discussions. The move comes as United seeks alternatives to the yet-to-be-certified Boeing MAX 10 aircraft, initially anticipated to become a fleet mainstay this year. The decision is partly influenced by renewed certification doubts [...]

American Airlines Boeing 777 Lands Safely in Los Angeles Amid Mechanical Concerns

By | 2024-03-14T14:38:30-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Safety|

An American Airlines flight aboard a Boeing 777 concluded safely at Los Angeles airport this Wednesday, following concerns over a potential mechanical issue reported by the flight's captain. The airline confirmed in a statement that the 23-year-old aircraft, as noted by Airfleets Aviation, embarked from Dallas Fort Worth, Texas, and arrived in Los Angeles, California, [...]

Boeing Faces Record-Keeping Issue in NTSB Investigation of Alaska Airlines 737 Max Incident

By | 2024-03-14T14:20:18-04:00 March 14th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Aircraft Engines & Suppliers, Airline Business, Government & Regulatory, Safety|

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is facing challenges in its investigation into a January incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737-9, as Boeing’s CEO admits to lacking records for work done on a door panel that subsequently detached from the aircraft. This revelation complicates efforts to pinpoint responsibility for the malfunction, according to NTSB Chair [...]

United Airlines Adjusts Fleet Strategy, Shifts Focus from Boeing 737-10 to -9 Amid Certification Concerns

By | 2024-03-14T12:49:23-04:00 March 13th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Safety|

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby, at a recent JPMorgan investor conference, announced a pivotal shift in the airline's aircraft acquisition strategy, reflecting United's adaptability and foresight. The airline has requested Boeing to pause production of the 737-10 aircraft, a model for which United had previously placed orders. Instead, the focus will now be on the [...]

Experts Reassure on Aviation Safety Amid Recent Incidents

By | 2024-03-13T09:25:52-04:00 March 13th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Airport Business, Safety|

Recent aviation incidents, including a flying tire, runway roll-off, and emergency landings, have caught public attention. However, aviation experts assert that the safety record of the industry is at its peak, highlighting a decline in fatal accidents and a better safety record in terms of lives lost than ever before. John Cox, CEO of Safety [...]

Colombia’s Aviation Sector Surges Beyond Pre-Pandemic Levels in Q1 2024

By | 2024-03-18T11:14:32-04:00 March 13th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airport Business|

Colombia's aviation landscape is witnessing a remarkable resurgence, as overall capacity within the country is poised to surpass 2019 figures by an impressive 43% in the first quarter of 2024. This significant growth is a testament to the robust recovery and expansion efforts in both the domestic and international segments of the market. The domestic [...]

LATAM’s Boeing 787’s Gauges Went Blank Before Sudden Loss Of Altitude

By | 2024-03-18T10:28:56-04:00 March 12th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airlines, Safety|

A LATAM Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, operating flight LA800 from Sydney to Auckland, encountered a significant technical issue on Monday, March 4th, leading to injuries among at least 50 passengers, as reported by the New Zealand Herald. Despite the ordeal, the aircraft managed to land safely in Auckland, proceeding with its planned route to Santiago, [...]

Tragic End for Boeing Whistleblower John Barnett: A Voice for Safety Silenced in the US

By | 2024-03-13T08:28:07-04:00 March 12th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Aircraft Engines & Suppliers, Government & Regulatory, Safety|

This is a deeply tragic story about John Barnett, a former Boeing employee who became known for his whistleblowing activities concerning the company's production standards. Barnett, who dedicated over three decades of his life to Boeing, retired in 2017 due to health reasons. In his final years, he raised serious concerns about safety compromises and [...]

Surge in False GPS Signals Challenges Pilots Amidst Ukraine Conflict

By | 2024-03-13T09:11:37-04:00 March 12th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Safety|

The escalation of the war in Ukraine has brought an unexpected challenge for airline pilots worldwide, as reported by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). An increase in false GPS signals has been complicating navigation beyond the immediate vicinity of the conflict zone, affecting flights over the eastern Mediterranean, Iraq, and areas close to [...]

China Eastern Airlines Expands C919 Fleet with New Shanghai-Xi’an Route

By | 2024-03-13T08:51:43-04:00 March 12th, 2024|@AirGuide Business, Aircraft Business, Airline Business, Airport Business|

China Eastern Airlines has further solidified its commitment to innovation and domestic aviation development by inaugurating the third commercial route for its domestically-produced C919 passenger aircraft. Connecting Shanghai Hongqiao Airport with Xi'an Xianyang Airport, this new line began servicing passengers on March 8, marking another milestone in China's aviation history. Previously, China Eastern had launched [...]

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