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Sriwijaya crash: Complacency and bias contributed to pilots’ failing to see throttle split
Indonesian investigators believe complacency over automation, as well as confirmation bias, contributed to a Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500’s crew’s failing to notice a split between the throttle levers. The split throttles generated increasingly asymmetric thrust, as the left engine reduced power while the right engine did not, causing the aircraft ...
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Thai Airways mulls return of A380s as demand rises
Thai Airways International is “studying closely” plans to bring its stored Airbus A380s back into its fleet to cope with a capacity shortfall, as the airline sees a steady increase in travel demand.
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IATA calls for China opening; Asian government support for SAF
IATA has called on China to open its borders to boost air travel in the Asia-pacific following the coronavirus pandemic, and stressed that Asian government support is essential for the airline sector to reduce carbon emissions.
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AAPA chief flags ‘disconnect’ between passenger demand, softening economy
Subhas Menon, director general of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA), believes there is a “disconnect” between the Asia-Pacific’s upbeat air travel recovery and the prevailing economic gloom facing the world.
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Avelo Airlines to launch new base in Raleigh-Durham
US discount carrier Avelo Airlines plans to open a new operational base at Raleigh-Durham International airport and add six nonstop routes to Florida in February 2023.
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Tropical Storm Nicole disrupts air travel in Florida
Hundreds of US flights have been cancelled as Tropical Storm Nicole pummels Central Florida with strong winds and heavy rain, disrupting operations at several airport and forcing a closure at Orlando International airport.
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Sriwijaya 737’s unresolved throttle snag led to fatal thrust asymmetry
Indonesian investigators have determined that the right-hand throttle lever on a Sriwijaya Air Boeing 737-500 did not move backwards when the autothrottle commanded reduced power, resulting in thrust asymmetry and a fatal in-flight upset. None of the 62 occupants of the aircraft, operating from Jakarta to Pontianak on 9 January ...
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Azul’s Q3 revenue up 61% on leisure-travel demand
Demand for leisure travel and a shift in working behaviour pushed Brazilian airline Azul’s third-quarter revenue to a new record, yet the company still lost R1.65 billion ($308 million) in the period.
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Aegean Q3 profit and revenue top 2019 levels
Greek carrier Aegean Airlines posted revenue and profits above pre-crisis levels during a strong third quarter in which capacity was almost fully restored.
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Air Arabia reports Q3 revenue ahead of 2019 level as Fly Jinnah begins operations
Air Arabia Group’s third-quarter revenue of Dhs1.61 billion ($436 million) was 12% up on the same period of 2019, as the low-cost group benefited from the recovery in air travel demand. It outlined its July-September earnings on 9 November, days after its latest joint-venture operation, Pakistani carrier Fly Jinnah, commenced ...
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Struggling Flyr aims to raise NKr700m through revised financing plan
Norwegian carrier Flyr is hoping to raise NKr700 million ($68 million) through a newly launched capital raise after a previous planned private placement was under-subscribed
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2Excel outlines fleet move plan after Doncaster-Sheffield closure
Aerospace services provider 2Excel Aviation is to transfer its fleet to two sites in northeast England following the closure of Doncaster-Sheffield airport, the firm’s current base of operations.
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Azerbaijan’s Silk Way West signs for two Boeing 777-8 Freighters
Azerbaijani cargo carrier Silk Way West Airlines has placed an order for two Boeing 777-8 Freighters and taken options on two more of the type.
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Archer and United plan 2025 launch of air taxi service in New York
Archer Aviation and United Airlines intend to launch their first airport-to-downtown urban air mobility (UAM) route in the New York City metropolitan area from 2025.
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Malaysia Airlines eyes 25 more narrowbodies; does not rule out 737 Max, regional jets
Malaysia Airlines is to kick off airframer discussions for a potential order for 25 more narrowbody aircraft, as the airline awaits delivery of its first Boeing 737 Max in about half a year.
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Embraer hails Chinese approval for E190-E2, with larger E195-E2 to follow
Chinese regulators have certificated the Embraer 190-E2, with the approval process for the larger E195-E2 also under way.
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‘China hasn’t come to the party’: Asia-Pacific recovery stymied despite good prospects
The continued closure of Mainland China has depressed the recovery of traffic demand in the Asia-Pacific – even as borders fully reopen in other parts of the region – with airlines cautiously optimistic about their near-term prospects.
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Average passenger weight unchanged despite obesity trend: EASA
Contrary to expectations, the average weight of passengers has not changed significantly since a previous study conducted nearly 15 years ago. Lufthansa Consulting reached the finding after conducting an extensive survey at six airports on behalf of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency. Standard passenger weights are used for aircraft ...
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New Evolito chief helps motor maker lead the charge towards electrification
Electric motor developer Evolito has welcomed back one of the individuals responsible for spearhading its development as an aviation business inside automotive supplier Yasa Motors.
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Skymark set to commit to a dozen Boeing 737 Max jets
Japanese carrier Skymark Airlines has outlined plans to bring in a dozen Boeing 737 Max jets, including four ordered directly from the manufacturer.