Ashley Magoon

Throwback Thursday

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Channel Express

June 14, 2018 Ashley Magoon

In 1978, Channel Express took to the skies out of Bournemouth Airport in England as Express Air Services. Initially, the carrier focused on service to the Channel Islands off the coast of France and cargo

Throwback Thursday

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Airwork Services Limited

May 17, 2018 Ashley Magoon

In 1928, Airwork Services Limited came to fruition in Middlesex, England with the formation of the Heston Aerodrome, a private airfield funded by the new company. Over the course of its 60-year history, the company

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TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Tradewinds Airways

April 26, 2018 Ashley Magoon

In 1969, British cargo airline Tradewinds Airways was formed after the collapse of its predecessor Transglobe Airways. The new airline took to the sky with the launch of charter flights from their hub at London’s Gatwick

News

Boeing Expands Service Engagement in Latin America

April 5, 2018 Ashley Magoon

Boeing announced that it is expanding its commercial service capabilities in Latin America with Brazil’s GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. and Mexico’s Aeromexico as of April 4. Both airlines utilize extensive Boeing fleets, complete with some

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TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Aerovias Brasil

April 5, 2018 Ashley Magoon

In August 1942, Brazilian carrier Aerovias Brasil was formed as a product of TACA Airlines’, now Avianca El Salvador, mission to form one national airline per Latin American country. During the first years of its

News

Hawaiian and Japan Airlines to Commence Codeshare Agreement

March 23, 2018 Ashley Magoon

On Thursday, Hawaiian Airlines announced that they had begun sales of tickets for codeshare flights with its newest codeshare partner Japan Airlines, also known simply as JAL, which will commence three days later on Mar.

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TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Air Tungaru

March 15, 2018 Ashley Magoon

Launched in 1977, Air Tungaru was the first airline of Kiribati, and also the nation’s flag carrier. Over the course of their history, the carrier served approximately 20 destinations, including all 16 domestic airports in

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TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Korean National Airlines

February 22, 2018 Ashley Magoon

Founded in 1946 by Captain Shin Yong-Wook, South Korean carrier Korean National Airlines, or KNA, was formed as a commercial passenger and air cargo airline. Instead of its longer full name, the carrier operated under the

News

Boeing Invests in Digital Education Provider Singularity University

February 16, 2018 Ashley Magoon

On Thursday, Boeing announced that it had invested in Singularity University, or SU, a digital education program provider and online community which focuses on furthering exponential technologies such as nanotech fabrication, robotics, and augmented and

News

Oman Air Takes Delivery of First 737 MAX

February 1, 2018 Ashley Magoon

Oman Air took delivery of their first 737 MAX on Wednesday, just one of 30 MAX airplanes Oman’s flag carrier has on order. “At Oman Air, offering the best possible on board experience is key

News

Boeing, Adient Form Joint Venture for Airplane Seating

January 18, 2018 Ashley Magoon

On Tuesday, aircraft manufacturing giant Boeing and automotive seating company Adient formed Adient Aerospace, a joint venture that will focus on designing, manufacturing and selling seating products to airlines and aircraft leasing companies. “Seats have

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TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Air Ecosse

January 11, 2018 Ashley Magoon

In June 1977, Scottish carrier Air Ecosse took to the skies on its inaugural flight from Aberdeen to Wick, Scotland. The subsidiary of parent company Fairflight Charters, the airline operated both scheduled passenger flights and

Routes

United Announces Addition of Eight New Routes

January 8, 2018 Ashley Magoon

On Monday, United Airlines announced that it would launch new flights to eight destinations from six of its hubs. “We are excited to begin the new year by adding eight new flights as we continue

News

United Looking into Acquiring ExpressJet Stake

December 11, 2017 Ashley Magoon

United Airlines is looking into possibly acquiring an ownership stake in ExpressJet, according to Bloomberg. The regional airline is a subsidiary of SkyWest and currently holds a codeshare agreement with United. Potential goals and benefits

News

Air India Assets to Be Sold as Airline Transitions to Privately-Owned

December 4, 2017 Ashley Magoon

Appointed as Air India’s new Chairman and Managing Director last week on Nov. 28, Pradeep Singh Kharola is expected to assume office sometime this coming week. Upon taking office, he will be tasked with handling

News

American Adds New Flights to Canada Starting in 2018

November 28, 2017 Ashley Magoon

As of Nov. 28, American Airlines announced that it will add additional flights to various cities in Canada throughout 2018. “We began service to Canada over 75 years ago, making it our longest-served international destination,”

Planes

Avolon Confirms Order for 75 737 MAX Aircraft

November 20, 2017 Ashley Magoon

On Sunday, Dublin-based international aircraft leasing company Avolon confirmed an order for 75 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft. The order includes 55 MAX 8 variants and 20 MAX 10 airplanes, along with an option for an additional

Planes

Boeing Forecasts New Airplane Market for Middle East, Valued at $730 Billion

November 13, 2017 Ashley Magoon

As of Nov. 13, Boeing announced its latest forecast, highlighting that the Middle East would be in need of 3,350 airplanes over the next 20 years, valued at $730 billion. The company presented their Current

Routes

American Launches Los Angeles to Beijing Route

November 6, 2017 Ashley Magoon

As of Nov. 5, American Airlines launched flights to Beijing from Los Angeles, becoming the first U.S.-based carrier to operate this route. American 181 will depart daily from Los Angeles (LAX) at 10:55 A.M., and

Airlines

American Airlines to Close St. Louis Pilot Base

October 31, 2017 Ashley Magoon

American Airlines announced yesterday its plan to close of its pilot base in St. Louis (STL) effective Sept. 2018, according to Dallas News. The closure will force approximately 180 pilots currently based at STL to

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Articles by Ashley Magoon

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Channel Express

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Airwork Services Limited

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Tradewinds Airways

Boeing Expands Service Engagement in Latin America

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Aerovias Brasil

Hawaiian and Japan Airlines to Commence Codeshare Agreement

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Air Tungaru

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Korean National Airlines

Boeing Invests in Digital Education Provider Singularity University

Oman Air Takes Delivery of First 737 MAX

Boeing, Adient Form Joint Venture for Airplane Seating

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Air Ecosse

United Announces Addition of Eight New Routes

United Looking into Acquiring ExpressJet Stake

Air India Assets to Be Sold as Airline Transitions to Privately-Owned

American Adds New Flights to Canada Starting in 2018

Avolon Confirms Order for 75 737 MAX Aircraft

Boeing Forecasts New Airplane Market for Middle East, Valued at $730 Billion

American Launches Los Angeles to Beijing Route

American Airlines to Close St. Louis Pilot Base

WestJet’s Swoop Unveils U.S. Plans in DOT Application

Increase in Safety Prompts the EU to Lift Ban on Indonesia’s Airlines

Mile-High Madness at Denver International Airport

The Slow and Painful Decay of LATAM Argentina

TAP Air Portugal Promotes Stopover Program in Brooklyn with Co-Owner David Neeleman