Thales on how AI is making small but meaningful impacts in aviation
At a Thales-hosted event in Montreal, the French multinational company shared its vision for the application of artificial intelligence (AI)... Continue Reading
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United expands upscale offerings with opening of LAX Polaris Lounge
United Airlines on 12 January opened its newest Polaris Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Located toward the end of Termina... Continue Reading
BA bedding upgrade impresses ahead of full Club World makeover
The forthcoming introduction of a brand new British Airways Club World seat is arguably the most anticipated premium seat currently under de... Continue Reading
During terminal construction, DEN flaunts its conspiracy theories
Denver International Airport (DEN) has been the subject of conspiracy theories dating as far back as its construction in the 1990s. In recen... Continue Reading
Airlines are finally getting crafty with beers
It was not all that long ago that beer lovers aboard flights were under-served. While many airlines showcased their sommelier-chosen wine of... Continue Reading
Pre-Farnborough MRJ briefing shows Mitsubishi still bullish on new jet
Japan’s Mitsubishi Aircraft Corporation is preparing for the aerial debut of its MRJ regional jet on the world stage at the upcoming Farnbor... Continue Reading
With few exceptions, United Airlines’ Polaris shines
After a long wait, United Airlines finally opened its spacious new Polaris Lounge at the international terminal of San Francisco airport (SF... Continue Reading
Embraer delivers first of a highly updated E190-E2 to Widerøe
Norway’s Widerøe Airlines has taken delivery of a brand new Embraer E190-E2. Being the launch customer airline and the first delivery of the... Continue Reading
A look behind the scenes at Boeing’s Interiors Responsibility Center
Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner final assembly facility in South Carolina is well-known, but many people are unaware that the airframer has an assor... Continue Reading
Boeing celebrates delivery of the first 787-10 to Singapore Airlines
Boeing Commercial Airplanes marked a major milestone on Sunday, 25 March, delivering to Singapore Airlines the airframer’s first internally-... Continue Reading
Small but mighty, Boeing’s mini-MAX makes maiden flight
On a brisk morning under bluebird skies, the smallest variant of the Boeing 737 MAX family made its maiden flight. The 737 MAX 7 departed fr... Continue Reading
Not ready for prime time? When media demo flights go wrong
A well-known line in To a Mouse by Robert Burns states, “Even the best-laid schemes of mice and men oft go awry.” The same could be said for... Continue Reading
Hoverboard allowances show airlines differ on battery protocol
The dangers posed by lithium batteries are well reported. If not handled and stored correctly, the batteries can become unstable and overhea... Continue Reading
Qatar Airways CEO says carrier is already streaming black box data
Ten months ago, Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker vowed to bring streaming of black box data to the carrier’s fleet. During the recent ... Continue Reading
Tiny airline with tiny planes has big ambitions
Because not every airline can fly everywhere, and not every city can attract a major airline, there remains a gap in commercial airline serv... Continue Reading
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