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PHOTO TOUR: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Sydney Airport
Since its first official departure on January 9th 1920, Sydney’s Kingsford Smith International Airport has grown to become the largest and busiest airport in Australia and one of the most popular destinations for aviation enthusiasts. When it comes to aviation enthusiasts, Sydney Airport has everything you need. Great airline and aircraft diversity, amazing spotting locations, and […]
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20 Hours in Doha: Transiting at Hamad International Airport
This May I had the unique opportunity to travel onboard Qatar Airways’ Airbus A350 aircraft. With it being the newest aircraft in Qatar’s fleet, I was more than looking forward to the opportunity to travel with the airline, as well as visit their new airport, Hamad International. This portion of the trip report will focus […]
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PHOTO TOUR: Qatar Airways Marks Latest Route: Atlanta to Doha
After much anticipation, Qatar Airways’ Airbus A380 landed at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, the latest route in the airline’s massive international expansion. “The Qatar Airways A380 provides a memorable experience for our passengers, with a spacious double decker layout, refined finishings, customized interiors and convenient design,” stated Qatar’s CEO, Akbar Al Baker a few […]
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EgyptAir Flight 804 Loses Radar Contact
Early Thursday morning, EgyptAir flight 804 disappeared from radar en route from Paris to Cairo. The aircraft has presumably crashed in the Mediterranean, but no debris have been confirmed yet. EgyptAir has confirmed that Flight 804 operating from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Cairo has disappeared from radar. The airline confirmed the following: MS804 lost radar […]
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PHOTO STORY: The World’s First 747-400 Heads to The Delta Flight Museum
When Boeing launched the 747 people stood in awe of its massive size, power, and sheer beauty. And now, nearly 47 years later, that beauty and majesty of the 747 continues to exist. Yesterday, the first 747-400 was moved to its final resting place at the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta. But this specific airplane […]
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Allegiant Launches Service to Baltimore/Washington Area
Allegiant Air launches its expansion into the Washington/Baltimore market today with inaugural flights to two of the eventual six cities to be served by the ultra-low-cost carrier. Today, the Las Vegas-based airline’s debut at Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) includes year-round nonstop service to Cincinnati and Savannah, Ga. By June 3, Allegiant will begin seasonal nonstop […]
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Delta Makes Major Aircraft Purchase with Bombardier
Delta is continuing its narrowbody fleet renewal with a firm order for 75 Bombardier CS100 aircraft. As part of the agreement, Delta has the option for 50 more aircraft, with the additional opportunity to change the order to the upgraded CS300 at any time. As a result of the CSeries purchase, the E190 will no […]
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TRIP REPORT: Spirit to the Windy City
Flight Info Flight Number NKS331 Date March 16, 2016 Departure New York – LaGuardia (LGA) Scheduled Departure Time 9:59 PM EDT Actual Departure Time 11:28 PM EDT Arrival Chicago O’Hare (ORD) Scheduled Arrival Time 10:41 PM CDT Actual Arrival Time 12:19 AM CDT Aircraft Airbus A320 (N618NK) Seat 22A Fare $53.09 + $35 bag + […]
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Numerous Airlines Apply to Operate Haneda Service
In a growing effort to increase service to the Japanese airport, United, American, and Delta announced today that they applied to the Department of Transportation (DOT) to serve Tokyo-Haneda. The announcements comes after the DOT and Japanese government announced the end to restrictions at the airport, which will allow for five daytime flights from US carriers. United […]
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American Airlines Turns 90
Today, American Airlines celebrated its 90th birthday. The airline marked the occasion with special events across its network and on social media, including a special celebration for passengers on American Airlines flight 90. We’re celebrating by taking a look back at the rich legacy of the largest airline in the world. The Early Days According […]