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INTERACTIVE: Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
The airline industry has been slow lately, hasn’t it? That’s alright because we’ve come up with a new series to keep you–our audience–entertained. Once a week, we will be posting an interactive image of an airport with a few facts about it. Let’s get started with one of our main bases: St. Louis, Missouri. BONUS: We […]
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Another Great Year at Paine Field Aviation Day
Young people in aviation is a problem that is more prevalent than ever. The topic of young adults in aviation is something I dove into in an article I wrote previously. Fortunately, events like Aviation Day at Paine Field are slowly bringing a solution to an ever-expanding problem. One of the few spring-time aviation activities […]
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Boneyards and M.R.Os Series (Part One): An Introduction and Some Common Questions
A lot of curiosity has been growing recently, from not only our team, but also our audience on what exactly happens behind-the-fence at boneyard airports. Throughout the near future, our team will be digging deeper to find answers to your questions through inside source Richard Averitt, who is employed at an M.R.O. company. What happens to […]
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United Airlines Orders Ten 777-300ERs
Chicago-based United Airlines has officially announced the conversion of ten of their orders for the Boeing 787-9 into orders for the Boeing 777-300ER. The Boeing 777-300ER is currently the largest twin-engine jet in mass production. This move will go towards replacing old, less efficient aircraft in the United fleet. With this order, United continues to show […]
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Tales From A Non-Rev: Spring Vacation
Throughout my childhood, I have been given the opportunity to fly across the world by the use of non-revenue tickets. For those that are unfamiliar, non-revenue tickets are complimentary tickets issued for passengers who are related to someone that works in the airline industry. These tickets usually carry the stipulation that they are not guaranteed […]
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08Left and AirlineGeeks Giveaway
Like to show off your #AvGeekery around your home or workplace? (We do too!) 08Left and AirlineGeeks are teaming up for a little contest. We want to hear about your most interesting flying experience. We want to hear the crazy ones! The real deals. The top two authors (as judged by 08Left and AirlineGeeks) will […]
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BRIEF: Southwest Airlines Unveils Missouri One Livery
On Wednesday, Southwest Airlines revealed “Missouri One,” a tribute to the “Show-Me State” for 30 years of service. “Kansas City and St. Louis have been vital cities in our network for more than 30 years,” founder Gary Kelly said to an enthusiastic crowd. “I couldn’t think of a better way to ‘show’ our love to […]
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Emirates Continues Rapid Expansion in North America
Dubai based carrier, Emirates, is continuing its rapid expansion in North America, and has recently announced several major expansions in North America. After these changes, Emirates will have a total of 105 weekly departures from the United States, more than many competing carriers in Europe. One announcement comes as no surprise to most, as Emirates […]
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The Near Future of the Airbus A350
As of now, only four airlines have released details about their A350 aircraft: Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Qatar Airways and Vietnam Airlines. Qatar has already commenced A350 operations, while Cathay Pacific, Finnair and Vietnam Airlines are still awaiting delivery of their A350 aircraft. Cathay Pacific: Cathay Pacific has a total of 48 A350 XWBs on order. […]
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Copa Places Large Order for Boeing 737 MAX
Copa Airlines, based in Panama City, Panama, has placed an order for 61 737 MAX aircraft. The order includes two variants of Boeing’s next generation 737. Copa operarates from its hub in Panama City to cities throughout North and South America. The airline currently flies some of the longest 737 flights in the world from […]