Initial thoughts from the American Airlines 787 Inaugural Flight
This morning was another spectacular AvGeek experience, flying from Dallas to Chicago for no good reason other than to be on the inaugural American Airlines...
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Some insight on the new United 77W cabin layout
The new United Airlines 77W seating layout is not public yet, but a draft suggests some big changes in the way the company fits its...
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Last week on DLD: The Missing Bits of AIX 2015
A special episode recorded at the Aircraft Interiors Expo 205, where we explore the latest and greatest developments in the world if in-flight catering, connectivity,...
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United confirms 777-300ER order, other fleet changes
The previously expected fleet changes for United Airlines are now official. More wide bodies in the fleet, a new type and retrofits on 20+ planes...
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Air India Dreamliner Route Losses
If a route loses money even with the newest aircraft does that mean the plane or the route is to blame? In this case, probably...
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Friday Flyday: United 777-200ER Departure from IAH
There is something particularly enjoyable about hearing the GE-90 engines on a 777 spool up and carry you off into the sky. I cannot get...
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American Airlines announces 787 Dreamliner routes, cabin configuration
American Airlines is inching closer to introducing its new 787 Dreamliner into service. The company announced the inaugural routes and finally released photos of the...
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On Rumors of a United 777-300ER Purchase
Might United Airlines be announcing an order for 10 new Boeing 777-300ERs in the near future? Seems quite likely. And it makes a lot of...
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Construction slowdowns coming for some aircraft
Airbus and Boeing are both taking a serious look at their order books for some aircraft types and adjusting the build cycle on their assembly...
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United adds 787-9 (with wifi!!) to their fleet
More than just getting a new type in the fleet, the new United 787-9 represents a step forward for in-flight connectivity: the line-fit satellite service...