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January 25, 2025 4:00 pm ET -
TSA Confirms End of Known Crewmember Program
The Transportation Security Administration will transition away from the Known Crewmember program by the end of 2025, an agency spokesperson confirmed Friday. The program ‒ which allows registered flight crew to bypass the typical TSA screening process ‒ was first…
December 17, 2024 3:12 pm ET -
Air Canada to Open New A220 Base
Air Canada is set to open an Airbus A220 base in Vancouver, British Columbia, allowing the carrier to deploy the aircraft from its Western hub more efficiently. The airline’s network and revenue chief, Mark Galardo, detailed Air Canada’s plans to…
October 31, 2024 11:53 am ET -
How Many Pilots Do Long-Haul Flights Need?
Many passengers try to get some rest during long-haul flights. Like their passengers, crew members are also subject to the effects of fatigue. Airlines therefore staff many long-haul flights with multiple pilots to ensure that they can take turns flying…
September 20, 2024 1:14 pm ET -
Exploring a Job as an Airline Crew Scheduler
On board each airline flight, a small group of pilots and flight attendants are responsible for the safety and comfort of the passengers. But each of these crew members are one of hundreds or thousands of pilots and flight attendants…
June 23, 2024 12:33 pm ET -
Allegiant Shuts Down Austin Crew Base
After nearly three years in operation, Allegiant is closing down its Austin base. As first reported by Aero Crew News and Enilria, the ultra-low-cost carrier (ULCC) plans to shut down the base effective Jan. 7, 2025. Allegiant opened its Austin…