Woman with Loaded Gun Stopped by TSA at Washington-Reagan Airport

Washington's Reagan National Airport (DCA) has seen multiple incidents regarding travelers carrying guns through the airport. On Christmas Eve, the latest addition to this frighteningly increasing number involved a woman attempting to bring a loaded handgun through TSA. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Rough 777 Landing, Eerily Similar To Last Month’s Air Canada Hard Landing, Caught On Tape

On November 16th, an Air Canada Boeing 777 was caught on tape flailing in the flare. The landing made international news. Then today, BigJetTV, an aviation enthusiast website caught another Boeing 777, this time American Airlines Boeing 777-300ER struggling to land again in similar conditions. Both incidents didn’t seem to result in any immediate danger, but the similarities were noticeable. (avgeekery.com) More...

American’s Cancel-Free Mainline Holiday Operation

In contrast to some of its peers, the Fort Worth-based carrier did not cancel any flights from December 20-25. (airlinegeeks.com) More...

Pro-Palestinian Protests Target Major US Airports During Holiday Travel Season

In a shocking event, pro-Palestinian protesters blocked off traffic into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on December 27. The protests come as American airports handle some of the busiest travel days of the year due to Christmas and New Years. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

The Flights That Let You Celebrate New Year’s Twice

These flights allow passengers to ring in the New Year twice. (airlinegeeks.com) More...

How This 2-year-old Airline Was Able to Push $200 Million in a Single Quarter

In the years after Norweigian’s struggles, more specifically in early 2021, Norwegian entrepreneur Bjord Tore Larsen announced plans to start a new long-haul low-cost airline but this time, to execute it well. The name was chosen to be Norse Atlantic Airways for this new company. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

The Russian Concorde: Why Did The Tupolev TU-144 Fail?

During the Cold War, the ever-looming threat of technological inferiority drove innovation in the aviation industry on both sides of the Iron Curtain. One of the most prominent examples was the race to conquer commercial supersonic air travel. The Tupolev Tu-144 was built as the Soviet Union's response to the Concorde in the West. Unlike the Concorde, the Tu-144 never experienced the same level of success as its western counterpart. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Russian Government Acquires 92 Aircraft from Foreign Lessors Valued at $2 Billion

In a series of agreements with foreign lessors, including the prominent Irish leasing company AerCap, the Russian government has completed a substantial aircraft acquisition worth nearly $2.06 billion. These acquisitions involve 92 foreign-built and foreign-owned aircraft that were previously seized during the War in Ukraine. These aircraft will be purchased and officially re-registered under the ownership of three major Russian airlines. (www.airguide.info) More...

Delta employee shuts down 'misgendered' claim at LaGuardia Airport

Did this employee handle the situation properly? Or should he face disciplin? (www.msn.com) More...

FAA Identifies 19 Serious Near-Miss Incidents in 2023, Highest in Seven Years

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported 19 serious runway incursions during the first ten months of 2023, the highest number since 2016. Experts attribute these incidents to various factors, including air traffic controller staffing shortages, pilot inexperience, and outdated technology. This surge in near-miss incidents has raised concerns about aviation safety. (www.airguide.info) More...

Arizona Man Arrested for Aiming Laser at Aircraft Near Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport

On the evening of December 21, an incident involving a laser pointer and commercial aircraft near Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport led to the arrest of a 35-year-old man, identified as William Hill, according to the Phoenix Police Department. (www.airguide.info) More...

Lufthansa Embraces the Boeing 737 MAX in a 28-Year Reunion

In a surprising move that facilitated discussion across the aviation industry, Lufthansa, the iconic German carrier, has reignited a long-dormant partnership with Boeing. After a 28-year break, Lufthansa placed a firm order for 40 Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, with the potential to expand to a fleet of 100 through additional options. This decision marks a significant shift in strategy for Lufthansa, which has primarily relied on Airbus for its short- and medium-haul operations in recent years. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

Direct Flights Between the US and Romania Will Soon Return After a 14-Year Absence

HiSky, a Moldovan-Romanian low-cost airline, has announced plans to launch its first-ever trans-Atlantic route to New York JFK. This announcement comes shortly after HiSky received permission from the United States Department of Transportation to launch flights to the country. (aeroxplorer.com) More...