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Photos: A First Look as United Kicks Off 737 MAX 9 Flights

June 9, 2018 Mateen Kontoravdis

On Thursday, just minutes before 8:00 a.m., UA686 took to the skies from Houston (IAH) for Orlando, marking the first ever revenue Boeing 737 MAX 9 flight in North America. Just about two hours later,

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United Becomes First U.S. Operator of Boeing 737 MAX 9 Variant

April 24, 2018 Pablo Diaz

United Airlines announced yesterday that it has taken delivery of its first 737 MAX 9 aircraft from the Boeing Delivery Center in Seattle, Wash. The new aircraft reduces fuel use and CO2 emissions significantly compared to older

Planes

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

April 20, 2018 Mateen Kontoravdis

Since its first flight in 1988, the Boeing 747-400 has seen five different versions produced. One of the unique versions was the 747-400M, more affectionately known as the ‘Combi.’ The unique mixed-use aircraft flew its

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Air China Begins Fifth Freedom Route Between Houston and Panama City

April 6, 2018 Thomas Pallini

China and Panama City are now connected through Air China via Houston. Air China opened up its first fifth freedom route from the United States to Panama, an addition to its five-times-weekly flight from Beijing

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United Airlines Announces Start Date for Boeing 737 MAX 9

February 19, 2018 Thomas Pallini

Just three days after the aircraft was cleared for commercial operations by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), United Airlines announced its initial routes for the carrier’s newest single-aisle addition, the Boeing 737 MAX 9 aircraft.

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SonAir Ends Houston Express After 17 Years

February 12, 2018 Mateen Kontoravdis

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) made headlines when it became the first airport in North America to offer non-stop flights to each continent, excluding Antarctica, a few weeks ago. The addition of United’s flight

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United Continues to Shatter Long-Haul Records with New Routes and Fleet Additions

January 27, 2018 Thomas Pallini

United Airlines has wasted no time in utilizing its newest widebody additions: the Boeing 777-300ER and the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. For the Chicago-based carrier, the two aircraft are the largest in its fleet with some

Trip Reports

What It’s Like to Fly Onboard Southwest’s New Boeing 737 MAX 8

October 2, 2017 Joe Pesek

“My name is Gary Kelly, and I am an employee here at Southwest Airlines.” This was the unique start that Southwest’s CEO, Gary Kelly, had to say when his team opened the door for the

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Another Long-Range Dreamliner Route: United Announces Nonstop Service from Houston to Sydney

September 7, 2017 Samuel Chen

United Airlines announced on Thursday that it will be starting nonstop service between its Houston hub at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Sydney, Australia (SYD) on Jan. 18, 2018, pending government approval, with a

Airlines

‘New Spirit of United’ Arrives to Support Disaster Relief Efforts in Houston

August 29, 2017 Ryan Ewing

The tragic flooding in the Houston area during Hurricane Harvey is wreaking havoc on the local community. For one airline, sending support to its second largest hub extended much farther than travel waivers or meal

Airports

The Best of Texas: Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport

June 19, 2017 Samuel Chen

Texas. Its history is a long and complicated one, having been a part of Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Confederate States of America, and finally, the United States of America. In 1845,

Opinions

Opinion: Living in a Hub City Remains Both a Blessing and a Curse

June 11, 2017 Samuel Chen

We’re currently living in an age where it’s the most convenient to be able to fly from point A to point B without stopping. However, there are still many across the globe that are living in

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Singapore Airlines’ Airbus A350-900XWB Takes Off for Houston

January 18, 2017 Samuel Chen

Singapore Airlines has continued evaluating its overall global network. On Tuesday, the airline inaugurated service with their Airbus A350-900XWB between Singapore, Manchester, and Houston. Over the last few months, the carrier has made quite a few

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Houston Hobby Celebrates One Year of International Travel

November 11, 2016 Samuel Chen

October marked the one year anniversary of international travel from Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). The 156 million dollar international concourse has won the respect of industry leaders as well as its many passengers. The

Routes

Singapore Launches Manchester to Houston Service

November 1, 2016 James Field

Changi-based Singapore Airlines has inaugurated service between Singapore-Manchester-Houston on October 31st, marking a new milestone for the airline’s operations at Manchester. This is the first direct flight to Singapore from Manchester as well as the

Airlines

United Breaks Ground on New Technical Operation Center in Houston (IAH)

October 26, 2016 Samuel Chen

United Airlines, with the City of Houston and Houston Airport System, has begun the construction process of the airline’s new United Technical Operations Center (UTOC) at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). In continuation with United’s

Houston

Photos: A First Look as United Kicks Off 737 MAX 9 Flights

United Becomes First U.S. Operator of Boeing 737 MAX 9 Variant

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

Air China Begins Fifth Freedom Route Between Houston and Panama City

United Airlines Announces Start Date for Boeing 737 MAX 9

SonAir Ends Houston Express After 17 Years

United Continues to Shatter Long-Haul Records with New Routes and Fleet Additions

What It’s Like to Fly Onboard Southwest’s New Boeing 737 MAX 8

Another Long-Range Dreamliner Route: United Announces Nonstop Service from Houston to Sydney

‘New Spirit of United’ Arrives to Support Disaster Relief Efforts in Houston

The Best of Texas: Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport

Opinion: Living in a Hub City Remains Both a Blessing and a Curse

Singapore Airlines’ Airbus A350-900XWB Takes Off for Houston

Houston Hobby Celebrates One Year of International Travel

Singapore Launches Manchester to Houston Service

United Breaks Ground on New Technical Operation Center in Houston (IAH)

ANA’s Turtle-themed A380 Rolls Out of the Paint Shop

TBT (Throwback Thursday) in Aviation History: DETA Air

Avianca Brazil Files for Bankruptcy

Judge Overturns Decision after Attempt to Halt Boeing/Embraer Negotiations

Spirit Adds Indianapolis Flights to Route Network