Which Airports Does Fraport Own?
German company Fraport is well known as the owner and operator of Frankfurt Airport (FRA). But it also…
Breaking: UK Mandates Self-Quarantine For All Arrivals
The UK will require a mandatory self-quarantine for all arrivals in light of the Omicron variant of COVID-19.…
18 Years Have Passed Since The Concorde Left The Skies
This Friday marked the 18th anniversary of the Concorde’s retirement from the skies. G-BOAF made its final flight…
How Can Borders Safely Remain Open With Modern Technology?
After such a prolonged period of border closures and stringent restrictions, governments have been relaxing conditions in recent…
Rolls Royce Vs General Electric – Boeing 787 Engine Options Explained
It has now been over a decade since the Boeing 787 ‘Dreamliner’ family entered service with ANA in…
The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 94: Who Won Dubai, Hi Fly In Antarctica
Simple Flying’s latest podcast is live and ready for you to enjoy. Hosted this week by Tom Boon, our…
Is The 777X Bigger Than The 747?
The upcoming Boeing 777X promises a lot for both airlines and passengers. The largest engines to date, the…
The Airbus A380 Has A Hidden Motorized Stair Wheelchair
When it comes to producing modern-day commercial aircraft, accessibility plays a very important role. After all, physical disabilities…
Private Jet: First Airbus ACJ220 Rolls Out Of Paintshop
The very first Airbus A220-based private jet has been spotted as it rolls out of the paintshop in…
How Airlines Maximize Fleet Availability With Aerogility’s AI Solution
Every penny counts in the aviation industry. This factor is even more significant in the current unpredictable climate.…
Embraer Unlocked: Inside The E195-E2 Tech Lion
If there’s one aircraft that turns heads at an airshow, it’s one that’s relatively rare, with a fantastic…
The World’s Shortest Widebody Routes Revealed
Something is alluring about widebodies on short-haul routes, many of which are simply tag-on services to long-haul services.…
Emirates President Thinks Boeing Overreacted To The A321XLR
The rivalry between Boeing and Airbus has seen tit-for-tat moves on a number of occasions throughout history. Boeing’s…
North America Returning Down Under: The Boeing 787 Is Key
The market between North America and Australasia is decent-sized and relatively fast-growing. This week, four airlines have three…
App In The Air Is Donating Vaccines When You Use It
The popular travel app App in the Air has revealed a new campaign to donate vaccines each time…
The World’s Airbus A380s Have Flown For Over 753 Years Combined
The Airbus A380 may have seemed like a short-lived type. However, when you combine flight hours from the…
Data And Digital Technologies Will Change The Airline Industry
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we fly. Digital health passports, testing, vaccinated travel lanes and queues…
The Most Notable New Airline Routes This Week
Welcome to our 17th routes newsletter! This week includes a selection of the routes introduced this week. Why…
Jumbo Flights: What Routes Use Flight Number 747?
Think of iconic aircraft and Concorde and the Boeing 747 is likely to feature. But what routes use…
Richard Branson Surprises Departing Virgin Atlantic Employee
When a former Virgin Atlantic employee was about to take her last flight with the carrier, she was…
What Is A Nautical Mile And Why Do We Use Them?
Flight and travel statistics are often complicated. This is undoubtedly the case with distance and speed measurement. We…
American Vs. Delta Vs. United – What Are The Least Used Aircraft?
This November, American’s B777-300ERs have fewer flights than any other type, while it’s the A350-900 for Delta and…
In Photos: A Look At Hi Fly’s Antarctic Airbus A340 Mission
Portuguese wet lease specialist Hi Fly has become the first company to ever land an A340 in Antarctica.…
Aircraft Deicing: Everything You Need To Know
Winter conditions mean aircraft deicing in many locations. We have all seen this taking place at airports, with…