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The Next Chapter for Flights Between the U.S. and Cuba

April 8, 2018 Parker Davis

Back in 2017, AirlineGeeks tackled the topic of U.S. airlines flying to Cuba. It was just after American Airlines had announced a capacity reduction for flights to the Caribbean island nation, and many were unsure

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Lufthansa Officially Unveils New Livery at Dazzling Frankfurt Event

February 7, 2018 Thomas Pallini

After weeks of speculation, Lufthansa officially displayed its new livery in an unveiling ceremony on Wednesday in Frankfurt. Lufthansa’s new livery will focus more on dark blue and white, leaving out the yellow crane logo

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New Faces and New Places: How International Travel Options Have Expanded in the 2010s

January 26, 2018 Ian McMurtry

With 2018 now upon us and second decade of the 21st century starting to draw to a close, one might claim that this decade was not kind to U.S. aviation. The merger mania that dominated

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When Subsidies Aren’t So Evil: Why Four Airlines are Vying for an Essential Air Services Contract

October 9, 2017 Parker Davis

In 1978, Congress passed the Airline Deregulation Act, which, at its core, allowed airlines near total freedom when deciding which domestic routes to operate and how much to charge customers for those routes. This meant

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The Gulf’s Aviation Industry: Rags to Riches in 30 Years

May 17, 2017 Parker Davis

In 1971, the Arabian Peninsula began to take on a whole new look. In August, Bahrain gained their full independence, and Qatar quickly followed in September. In December, seven emirates nations were freed from British

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A Forgotten Soviet Shoot-Down: The Story of Korean Air 902

April 20, 2017 Daniel Morley

In September 1983 the Cold War was on the brink of becoming hot. The Soviet Union had shot down a Korean Air Lines Boeing 747 that had strayed over their airspace. The strike resulted in

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Training to Become an Airline Pilot in the 21st Century

February 4, 2017 James Dinsdale

Intersted in becoming an airline pilot? Find out more information about flight schools at www.learn-to-fly.eu The basis of this article is to provide an insight to one person’s views on training to become an airline pilot,

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Beyond The One Inch Length Difference: Airbus’ A350-1000 vs. Boeing’s 777-300ER

November 25, 2016 Parker Davis

In 1986, Boeing announced plans for a stretched version of the Boeing 767, tentatively coined as the Boeing 767-X, which would retain many of the elements of the standard 767, but would expand and lengthen

Airlines

Ryanair Predicts Instability in European Open Skies Agreement Following Brexit

November 17, 2016 Thomas Gilpin

Ryanair’s Chief Executive, Michael O’Leary, has continued to share his thoughts on the effect of Brexit to Ryanair and the aviation industry in general. On this occasion, he speculated on the impact to the European

Airlines

20 Years Later: A Look at Emirates’ Manchester Success

November 2, 2016 James Field

Emirates has played a sizable role at Manchester, providing direct services to the Middle East and beyond from Dubai International Airport for over 20 years. Currently, Emirates has two Airbus A380s and one Boeing B777-300ER

Airlines

The Doors Are Opening for United’s First 777-300ER

October 20, 2016 Ryan Ewing

In hopes of accelerating retirement of their aging Boeing 747-400 aircraft, United has actively been modernizing their widebody fleet. On March 8, 2016, the airline announced a firm order for 10 Boeing 777-300ERs, as well

Airlines

First Look: Inside American’s 787-9 Dreamliner

October 2, 2016 Parker Davis

The first Boeing 787-9 was rolled out of the factory back in 2013. In August of the following year, the variant entered commercial service with All Nippon Airways. In 2014, United Airlines became the first

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Crystal Cruises Shows Off Ultra Luxurious 777-200LR

September 21, 2016 Matthew Garcia

Have you ever wanted to go on a cruise but don’t like the idea of traveling on a giant boat in the middle of the ocean? Or maybe you like the idea of a cruise

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TRIP REPORT: France Via the “Land of Fire and Ice” on Icelandair

September 16, 2016 Ian McMurtry

When it comes to flying between Europe and North America, travelers are offered a wide variety of choices. From low-cost carriers like Norwegian to flag carriers such as KLM and British Airways, the options for

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Fresh from Charleston: American Takes Delivery of Their First 787-9 Dreamliner

September 15, 2016 Ryan Ewing

In reflection of their fleet modernization efforts, American has taken delivery of their first 787-9 Dreamliner. The extended Dreamliner variant was delivered to the airline on Tuesday from Boeing’s manufacturing facility in Charleston, South Carolina.

Airlines

The Race Across the Pacific

September 13, 2016 Parker Davis

In the early 1980s, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) began operating flights between Beijing and New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. These routes were the first between the nations operated by Chinese

Airlines

La Compagnie Closes Luton-New York Route: Is BREXIT To Blame?

September 6, 2016 James Field

France’s boutique airline La Compagnie has announced that they will be suspending their Luton-New York flight due to the effects of Britain’s decision to leave the European Union. 53.4% of the British population voted for

Airlines

OPINION: Why Alaska Should Keep the Virgin Brand

September 1, 2016 Daniel Morley

On April 4th, Alaska Airlines announced they had reached a deal to acquire west coast rival, Virgin America. The deal would see the new combined airline leapfrog jetBlue and become the fifth largest airline in America.

Airports

Behind the Scenes at The Transportation Security Administration’s Testing Facility

August 27, 2016 Ryan Ewing

Located at Reagan National Airport is the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) testing facility, also known as the TSA Systems Integration Facility (TSIF). The facility itself is a former post office building when shipping and mail

Airlines

FareCompare Debunks International Southwest Effect

August 23, 2016 AirlineGeeks.com Staff

According to a recent study released by FareCompare.com, international flyers traveling to the United States do not receive long term benefits from the “Southwest Effect.” Well-known to domestic travelers, the Southwest Effect describes a drop

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Editor’s Pick

The Next Chapter for Flights Between the U.S. and Cuba

Lufthansa Officially Unveils New Livery at Dazzling Frankfurt Event

New Faces and New Places: How International Travel Options Have Expanded in the 2010s

When Subsidies Aren’t So Evil: Why Four Airlines are Vying for an Essential Air Services Contract

The Gulf’s Aviation Industry: Rags to Riches in 30 Years

A Forgotten Soviet Shoot-Down: The Story of Korean Air 902

Training to Become an Airline Pilot in the 21st Century

Beyond The One Inch Length Difference: Airbus’ A350-1000 vs. Boeing’s 777-300ER

Ryanair Predicts Instability in European Open Skies Agreement Following Brexit

20 Years Later: A Look at Emirates’ Manchester Success

The Doors Are Opening for United’s First 777-300ER

First Look: Inside American’s 787-9 Dreamliner

Crystal Cruises Shows Off Ultra Luxurious 777-200LR

TRIP REPORT: France Via the “Land of Fire and Ice” on Icelandair

Fresh from Charleston: American Takes Delivery of Their First 787-9 Dreamliner

The Race Across the Pacific

La Compagnie Closes Luton-New York Route: Is BREXIT To Blame?

OPINION: Why Alaska Should Keep the Virgin Brand

Behind the Scenes at The Transportation Security Administration’s Testing Facility

FareCompare Debunks International Southwest Effect

Austrian Airlines Updates Livery as Part of Rebranding

JetBlue Expands Mint Service from New York

As Times Change for the 747, KLM Still Holds the Rare Key to One of the Queen’s Gems

JetBlue Flight Attendants Vote to Unionize

Vintage Flair on Display as JFK Prepares to Open First On-Airport Hotel in 2019