What's Your Favorite Boeing 767 Livery Of All Time?
The Boeing 767 is a reliable but somewhat underrated widebody, with it having been largely outshone by the 747 before it and the 777 afterward. However, it remains a popular widebody design, and the aircraft has worn some rather iconic liveries over the years, such as American Airlines' bare-metal scheme, or British Airways' world tails. My personal favorite, however, is Delta Air Lines' Breast Cancer Research Foundation design with its iconic pink ribbon logo, which brings color to the skies while raising awareness for a good cause! What do you think? How many 767s with special liveries have you flown on? Let us know your thoughts and experiences in the comments!
Should JetBlue Merge With Another US Airline?
There are few carriers in the market today as fundamentally unique as JetBlue. This US-based hybrid carrier operates flights to leisure-oriented destinations across the United States as well as to the United Kingdom and some other destinations in Europe. Despite a relatively unique operating model and a competitive edge in some markets, the carrier is struggling to turn a profit. The airline is facing consistent financial challenges, and many have begun to question if it can even continue to exist in its own right for all that much longer. The low-cost hybrid carrier is entering new kinds of markets with some success, but it could use the support of a larger established airline conglomerate to continue turning profits. What do you think? Could JetBlue benefit from a merger? If so, with what airline?
Why Did Boeing Build The 787-10?
There is no doubting that the Boeing 787 has been the manufacturer's most successful commercial project of the past two decades. The long-haul aircraft fundamentally changed global aviation by adding intercontinental range, operational efficiency, and modest capacity into an easy-to-digest package. The aircraft has slowly become a profit-generating machine for airlines all across the globe, many of which have used the jet as the backbone of their long-haul operations. Of the three Boeing 787 variants, the Boeing 787-10 has been the one to see the least commercial success. While the larger Boeing 787-9 has logged more than 1,000 orders, the smaller 787-10 has been able to log just around 400. Given its weaker commercial performance, what do you believe drove Boeing to develop this unique variant?
Which Airline Has Or Had The Best Livery Of All Time?
Many people prefer some airline liveries over others, and everyone has their favorites. Common choices on this front often include being Braniff International, Korean Air, VARIG, or even Condor's new striped color scheme. With this in mind, what is your favorite airline livery, and why? Personally, I will always love the British Airways livery from 1985 to 1998. Designed by Landor Associates, I think it perfectly and elegantly encapsulated everything about BA, and I liked the prominent British Airways coat of arms on the tail. It just looked so British! What is your favorite livery, past or present? Which aircraft did or does it look best on, and have you ever flown on such a plane in that paint scheme? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! This is user-generated content. The views and opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of Simple Flying.
Which Airline At London Heathrow Airport Is Your Favorite?
Several airlines have major operations at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), the largest airport in the United Kingdom and the most important hub for travel to and from the British capital. With just two runways, the airport operates near capacity and punches far above its weight in terms of passenger numbers. The principal carriers at the facility include Virgin Atlantic and British Airways, both network carriers that use London as a principal base to feed traffic across their global connecting networks. Both the SkyTeam and Oneworld Alliances have a major presence at the facility, which serves as a gateway for travel to Europe for many. But what do you think? Which airline at London Heathrow Airport is your favorite?
Should Digital Boarding Passes Become Mandatory?
Yesterday, Ryanair became the first airline to make digital boarding passes mandatory. Passengers can no longer download and print a physical paper boarding pass, and must instead use the digital boarding pass generated in their “myRyanair” app during check-in. The airline says that almost 80% of its 200 million+ passengers already use digital boarding passes regularly, so the move is really about converting over the remaining 20%. It is not the only airline going down this route, as Riyadh Air also plans to launch with a digital-only approach. And once other airlines have had a chance to review how successful Ryanair has (or hasn't) been with its digital push, we can likely expect many more to put an end to paper boarding passes. The advantages of digital boarding passes are convenience, reduced costs, and, of course, the environmental benefits of reducing paper consumption. But just like some people still prefer paper books over using a Kindle, some passengers are reluctant to con
Will We Ever See A True Replacement For The Boeing 757-300?
With the A321XLR conquering routes formerly served by the 757-200, this begs the question as to whether we will ever see a 757-300 replacement. One option could be to stretch the A321 even further, but the 757 is both taller and longer in its 757-200 variant than the A321. Meanwhile, the 737 has already been stretched far enough with the MAX 10, whose certification remains incomplete. So, what do you think? Will the gap left by the 757-300 be filled by Boeing's proposed 737 replacement, or will its role be devoted to widebodies? Have you ever flown on a 757-300, and, if so, where, when, and with which airline(s)? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! This is user-generated content. The views and opinions expressed here are not necessarily those of Simple Flying.
What Is Your Favorite Airline At JFK?
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York City is not only the largest and most important airport serving the New York Area, but it is also one of the world's largest and most important air travel facilities. A hub for multiple major connecting carriers, including Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and JetBlue, services operate from the airport to destinations across the globe. Legacy operators of these networks require massive passenger volume to operate hubs at scale, and to compete for passengers, airlines look to entice passengers with exceptional travel experiences through their hubs. With this in mind, which of the major carriers that operate at JFK is your favorite?
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