American Airlines Pilots Union Reports Surge in Safety Concerns

The pilots union at American Airlines has reported a concerning increase in safety and maintenance issues, which includes lax routines in aircraft inspections and shorter test flights for planes re-entering service after significant maintenance. According to the Allied Pilots Association, there have also been instances of tools and other items being improperly left in critical areas like wheel wells and around aircraft at gates. (www.airguide.info) More...

Mysterious Liquid Trickles Down Aisle of Spirit Airlines Flight

A recent Spirit Airlines flight to New Jersey took a turn for the unexpected when a mysterious liquid flowed down the aisle, seeping from one of the plane's rear lavatories. (www.ndtv.com) More...

Southwest Closes Four Stations Amid Ongoing Boeing Delivery Woes

The airline lost $231 million in the first quarter of 2024. (airlinegeeks.com) More...

JetBlue's in-flight entertainment system just got a watch party feature

JetBlue is revamping its in-flight entertainment system, complete with a new branding. It’s now called Blueprint and brings several features that should make your next flight just a teensy-bit less grueling. The biggest news here is a watch party feature that lets customers view the same TV show or film with up to five other people. (www.engadget.com) More...

Airbus in Talks with China Over Potential Aircraft Order Ahead of Xi Jinping’s France Visit

Airbus is reportedly in discussions with China regarding a potentially significant aircraft order ahead of an upcoming visit to France by Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to two sources familiar with the matter. Xi Jinping is scheduled to make his first trip to Europe in five years next month, with trade expected to be a key topic of discussion amidst growing tensions between the EU and China. (www.airguide.info) More...

The Impact of Automation and Artificial Intelligence on the Future of Aerospace Education

Automation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) have taken many industries by storm, aerospace being among them. Given that the modifications of technologies will further change aerospace systems, it is critical for aerospace education to keep abreast of the emerging situations that the generations to come will be dealing with. This article touches on how automation and AI influence aerospace schooling in terms of the possible good effects, as well as the challenges to be faced and the revolution to… (aeroxplorer.com) More...

India’s IndiGo orders 30 long-range Airbus A350 jets

The agreement follows Airbus and IndiGo’s record-breaking order at last year’s Paris Air Show, where they inked a deal for 500 aircraft from the A320neo family. (www.easterneye.biz) More...