China Eastern launches service to Infinity…and beyond!
Looking for a jumbo sized Buzz Lightyear flying through the sky? Head to China where a 70 foot long version is now flying on the...
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S7 seeks smaller Sukhoi SuperJet
A new, smaller SuperJet is in the works from Russian manufacturer Sukhoi. The move helps Russian airline S7 expand its fleet of home-grown aircraft but...
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Qantas to "flex" A380 cabin
Can Qantas squeeze a dozen more seats in its A380s without hurting the passenger experience? The Airbus A380 Cabin-Flex program aims to deliver precisely that,...
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Bunk beds on board: The new plan to make economy class travel comfortable
Passenger want long flights in economy class to be more comfortable. Airlines want more money from passengers. Surely a bunk beds option meets that need....
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American’s 787 order: Big win – with challenges – for Boeing
American's move to the 787 for its fleet refresh is a big win for Boeing and a blow to the A330neo program. But does it...
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Astronics new USB power takes flight on TUI’s 737 MAX 8
Even LCC passengers need power on board. TUI is meeting that need with Astronics' new UltraLite USB outlets, installed as part of its Boeing 737...
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When even the boss doesn’t like cabin densification
Does management hate the new JetBlue galley/lav setup as much as passengers? It sure sounds like it from the CEO, though that didn't stop the...
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DLD 184: An episode about something
There are topics in this episode. Lots of them. Some of the best topics. But I have no idea what they are so you’ll need...
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Hawaiian Airlines picks the Dreamliner
And now it is official! Hawaiian Airlines announced plans to acquire up to 20 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, dumping the A330neo from its order book.
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China finally goes NEO
Nothing like a little geopolitics to play into the approval of a new aircraft type. But that's all water under the bridge now as China...