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Alaska Airlines Offers Chance to View the “Great American Eclipse”

June 27, 2017 Samuel Chen

On Aug. 21, 2017, Alaska Airlines will be hosting a special charter flight to view the “Great American Eclipse” from 35,000 feet in the air. The flight is specifically geared to pre-selected astronomy enthusiasts and

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Norwegian Expands International Portfolio With Service to Buenos Aires

June 23, 2017 Samuel Chen

Norwegian Air Shuttle, one of Europe’s largest low cost carriers, announced today the launch of a new route from London-Gatwick (LGW) to Buenos Aires, Argentina (EZE). This new route will be the airline’s first destination

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Supersonic Airliner Scores Big in Paris

June 21, 2017 Matthew Garcia

Boom Supersonic, an aircraft manufacturer developing a supersonic airliner, has announced that orders have tripled during this year’s Paris Air Show for its first aircraft. While specific airlines were not mentioned in the press release

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The ‘Neo’ Kid in the Fleet: What’s New for the Pilot?

June 16, 2017 James Dinsdale

On Wednesday, easyJet took delivery of their first Airbus A320neo. The aircraft, registered G-UZHA, was the first of what will be many deliveries that will take place over the next five years. 99 A320neos and

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Analysis: Potential Options for Struggling Alitalia

June 13, 2017 Ashley Magoon

On May 2, 2017, Alitalia announced that they had entered administration, and the action was formally approved by their stakeholders and the Italian government. This is the carrier’s third bankruptcy, and it follows a vote

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Can Qatar’s Loss Become Etihad and Emirates’ Gain?

June 7, 2017 Joe Pesek

When word got out earlier this week that the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt, Yemen and the Maldives were cutting diplomatic ties with Qatar, many in the Middle East went into a panic.

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United Announces Los Angeles to Singapore Flight with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

June 1, 2017 Parker Davis

United Airlines announced Thursday they would launch nonstop flights between Los Angeles and Singapore starting on Oct. 27. The announcement comes on the one-year anniversary of the beginning of United flights between San Francisco and

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United Debuts Refreshed Transcontinental Product, Adds Premium Boston to San Francisco Flight

May 31, 2017 Ryan Ewing

On Wednesday, Chicago-based United Airlines outlined new enhancements for the airline’s transcontinental product between Boston and San Francisco along with flights from Los Angeles and San Francisco to Newark. Starting on July 1, the carrier

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Computer Outage Cancels All British Airways London Flights

May 27, 2017 Parker Davis

A significant issue with British Airways’ internal computer system led to the cancelation of all flights out of the airline’s London Heathrow and Gatwick hubs Saturday. The airline has not yet announced the cause of

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Allegiant’s Safety Troubles Continue to Mount as Airline Takes Delivery of First New Aircraft

May 26, 2017 Mateen Kontoravdis

Last year AirlineGeeks published a story detailing the findings of an FAA investigation into Allegiant Airlines. The investigation into the airline found no major issues or flaws which resulted in Allegiant not being fined. The audit of

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Amazon’s Prime Air Faces Growing Pains Over Recent Pilot Strikes

May 24, 2017 Parker Davis

In August 2016, a newly painted Boeing 767-300F emerged from a paint hanger in New York with a never before seen livery. The light blue, white, and dark gray aircraft flew through the night across

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Photos: JetBlue Unveils Latest Special Livery Honoring the NYPD: ‘Blue Finest’

May 22, 2017 Matthew Garcia

On Monday, JetBlue and the British Metropolitan Police held their eighth annual plane pull at New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport. The event raises awareness for J-A-C-K, the Joining Against Cancer in Kids’ Foundation. During

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KLM Returns to Mumbai Following 16 Year Hiatus

May 18, 2017 Mateen Kontoravdis

KLM has announced it will reconnect Mumbai and Amsterdam using the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft after ending the service over 16 years ago. The airline had previously stopped flights to India’s largest city in 2001

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Malindo Air Receives First of 3,700 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

May 16, 2017 Mateen Kontoravdis

Less than a week ago, Boeing grounded all 737 MAX flights after a potential manufacturing flaw in 30 of the new LEAP engines on the aircraft. However, the FAA cleared Boeing to fly certain MAX

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Nigeria Takes the Next Step Toward Aviation Revival

May 8, 2017 Parker Davis

Nigeria’s government Friday announced the appointment of six consultants who would advise the country on possible improvements to their aviation infrastructure, including the promised creation of a national airline. President Muhammad Buhari campaigned with the

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Alitalia Goes Bankrupt for the Third Time: Is This the End?

May 6, 2017 James Field

On Tuesday, Alitalia announced that they have gone into administration following staggering losses within the carrier. The move to go into administration was formally approved by the Italian government and Alitalia shareholders. The Italian government

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How to Catch a Ride on One of the Few Remaining U.S. Based 747s

May 5, 2017 Ryan Ewing

The iconic Boeing 747 has become a dying breed in the U.S. While airlines around the world, including British Airways and Lufthansa, will continue to operate the aircraft in the foreseeable future, U.S. airlines are saying goodbye

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An Up-Close Look: Hawaiian Introduces Refreshed Brand and Livery

May 2, 2017 Mateen Kontoravdis

Over the past few years, we have seen many new liveries introduced to the skies as airlines race to update their brand and create a more modern image for themselves. Some airlines like Alaska Airlines

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Qantas Outlines Start Date for Nonstop Flight Between London and Perth

May 1, 2017 Joshua Drabble

Australian flag carrier, Qantas, has announced the first nonstop service between London Heathrow and Perth. The 14,498 km (9,009 mi) service will launch on March 25, 2018, with the first flight, QF10, due to depart London

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What Is Keeping Oscar Muñoz from New Position as Chairman of the Board?

April 25, 2017 Parker Davis

United Airlines announced Friday current CEO Oscar Muñoz will not become Chairman of the Board in 2018 after he made a proactive change to his contract, according to reports. Should the board still choose to

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Alaska Airlines Offers Chance to View the “Great American Eclipse”

Norwegian Expands International Portfolio With Service to Buenos Aires

Supersonic Airliner Scores Big in Paris

The ‘Neo’ Kid in the Fleet: What’s New for the Pilot?

Analysis: Potential Options for Struggling Alitalia

Can Qatar’s Loss Become Etihad and Emirates’ Gain?

United Announces Los Angeles to Singapore Flight with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

United Debuts Refreshed Transcontinental Product, Adds Premium Boston to San Francisco Flight

Allegiant’s Safety Troubles Continue to Mount as Airline Takes Delivery of First New Aircraft

Amazon’s Prime Air Faces Growing Pains Over Recent Pilot Strikes

Photos: JetBlue Unveils Latest Special Livery Honoring the NYPD: ‘Blue Finest’

KLM Returns to Mumbai Following 16 Year Hiatus

Malindo Air Receives First of 3,700 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

Nigeria Takes the Next Step Toward Aviation Revival

How to Catch a Ride on One of the Few Remaining U.S. Based 747s

An Up-Close Look: Hawaiian Introduces Refreshed Brand and Livery

Qantas Outlines Start Date for Nonstop Flight Between London and Perth

What Is Keeping Oscar Muñoz from New Position as Chairman of the Board?

Going Out With A Stunt: Air Berlin’s Last Transatlantic Flight

Delta Remains Committed to C Series Order Despite Recent Tensions

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: Lloyd Aéreo Boliviano

Airbus A330neo Takes First Flight in Toulouse

Alaska Bids Farewell to Beloved 737-400 Combi Fleet