Boeing’s Five 777-9 Jets Soar To Certification

The 777-9 team achieved a first for the fleet last week – testing with all five flight test airplanes – as the program works toward first delivery next year.  A team effort: “It requires a tremendous amount of effort from many Read More …

Progress Soars As New Boeing 777-9 Flies

Boeing is celebrating a significant step forward in its widebody program as the fifth 777-9 test airplane successfully completed its inaugural flight. Soaring from Paine Field in Everett, Washington, the aircraft was in the air for nearly two and a Read More …

American Airlines’ 1st Airbus A321XLR Makes Maiden Flight In Hamburg

American Airlines, a Fort Worth, Texas-based legacy carrier, is undeniably anxiously awaiting the delivery of the first in a long series of Airbus A321XLR aircraft that will soon be a key element of the airline’s medium and long-haul fleets. According to Read More …

Because Everything’s A Ride Here: Florida Airport Has New Observation Deck

The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) has opened an 825-square-foot observation deck, complete with a speaker system for air traffic communications, a 27-space paved parking lot, and an aviation-themed playground, transforming a previously simple grass and dirt area into a dedicated Read More …

Malaysia Airlines Orders Up To 60 Boeing 737s

Malaysia Airlines Group (MAG) has solidified its fleet modernization plans with a significant order from Boeing, encompassing up to 60 737 MAX aircraft. This order, announced on March 21st, is strategically split into 30 firm orders and 30 options, reflecting Read More …

Top Airlines Most Likely to Bump You

Upgraded Points‘ latest study has undercovered the frequency of involuntary denied boardings across major U.S. airlines, highlighting the carriers most likely to bump passengers in 2024. “Few travel experiences are more frustrating than being bumped from a flight after purchasing Read More …

Wild Airline Passengers Rack Up Record Fines

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued over $20 million in fines to unruly passengers since the pandemic began in 2020. This represents a significant increase from pre-pandemic levels, when fines were less than $400,000 in 2019. The highest annual Read More …

Airline Stands Up To Cancer

American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) are collaborating to raise funds for innovative and life-saving cancer research. Customers who donate online $25 or more will receive 25 bonus American Airlines AAdvantage miles for every dollar donated. And thanks Read More …