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Rolls-Royce and easyJet have completed ground testing of a modified Pearl 15 engine running on 100% hydrogen at full takeoff power, marking a significant step in the companies’ effort to advance hydrogen as a potential future aviation fuel. The test took place at NASA’s Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Rolls-Royce and easyJet said the engine ran on hydrogen across a simulated flight cycle, including start-up, takeoff, cruise and landing. The companies described the test as an industry first and said it showed that a modern jet engine can run safely on gaseous hydrogen under simulated real-world conditions.…

In recent times, I’ve written about air marshals on Royal Jordanian, and about security officers on EgyptAir, whereby virtually all flights have these people onboard. Here in the United States we have air marshals, and in this post, I’d like to talk about the current state of the program, as I understand it. I figure this makes for a fun topic for those of us who are aviation geeks, though let me acknowledge that a lot of the information about the program is confidential, so much of this is just speculation. What are federal air marshals, and what do they…

MBDA and Safran Electronics & Defense completed the first demonstration firing of the Thundart ground-to-ground rocket system on April 14, the two companies announced on April 29, 2026 — a milestone that arrives weeks before the French defense procurement agency is expected to select a winner in the competition to replace the French Army’s long-range rocket artillery fleet. The firing took place at the DGA Essais Missiles test site on Île du Levant, off the coast of the Var department in southern France. MBDA said performance exceeded expectations and that the test validated both the system’s design choices and its…

Fiji Airways will suspend its direct service between Nadi International Airport (NAN) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) starting September 7, 2026, as the airline adjusts its network in response to soaring jet fuel prices. The carrier said the decision reflects both the impact of high fuel costs and shifting passenger demand. Jet fuel prices have more than doubled since the start of the year, putting pressure on airlines worldwide. Alternative options for passengers Fiji Airways said most affected passengers will still be able to travel on the same day through alternative routings.  The airline will continue operating daily…

It’s an exciting time for Alaska Airlines, as the carrier is building a long haul network out of the Pacific Northwest. To coincide with the launch of some new long haul flights, the airline is opening its most exclusive check-in facility to date, with more to come. Alaska’s new premium check-in at SeaTac Airport Alaska Airlines is opening an exclusive new check-in facility at Seattle-Tacoma Airport (SEA), exclusively for top tier Alaska Atmos Rewards Titanium members, plus those traveling in the carrier’s Business Class Suites (the name of Alaska’s new long haul premium experience). Immediate family, or up to two…

Etihad Airways and Air Cambodia have launched a codeshare partnership, giving travelers on both airlines easier connections between the Middle East and Cambodia. The partnership, which was announced on April 28, 2026, allows Etihad customers to book flights from across its network to Siem Reap International Airport (REP) via Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) on a single ticket.  Baggage will be checked through to the final destination, removing the need to collect and recheck bags during the connection. Siem Reap serves as the gateway to Angkor Wat, the ancient temple complex that draws millions of visitors each year. Beyond the…

Do you know the difference between hex head and thumb wing screw clamps? Worm gear screw clamps offer a versatile clamping solution for hoses. Like all hose clamps, they apply pressure over barbed fittings and pipes. Even if the hose itself is pressurized, the hose clamp will prevent it from leaking. Worm screw clamps feature a screw that works as a worm drive. As you turn the screw clockwise, the band diameter will shrink. This shrinkage creates pressure that squeezes the end of the hose against the barbed fitting or pipe. Worm screw clamps, however, are available in different screw…

In August 2024, we saw the launch of Atmos Rewards, the loyalty program of of Alaska Air Group, which includes Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. This included a rebranding of elite tiers, plus plans to introduce a new top tier perk. Along those lines, we’ve just seen that exciting benefit rolled out, and it’s a major incentive to pursue status. Atmos Rewards Titaniums now get global upgradesAtmos Rewards has four elite tiers — Titanium, Platinum, Gold, and Silver — and Titanium members are eligible for a special elite perk, which has just been rolled out, as of late April 2026.…

Airbus reported lower commercial aircraft deliveries and sharply reduced profit for the first quarter of 2026 on April 28, 2026, with engine supply constraints continuing to weigh on the A320 family ramp-up, while a near-doubling of defense orders supported group-level results.  Airbus delivered 114 commercial aircraft between January and March 2026, down from 136 in the same period of 2025. The mix included 19 A220s, 81 A320 family aircraft, three A330s and 11 A350s.   Group revenues fell 7% year-on-year to €12.7 billion, while EBIT adjusted dropped 52% to €300 million. Reported EBIT came in at €224 million and earnings per share at €0.74, against €1.01 a year earlier. …

Korean Air has announced it will no longer accept shipments of roosters to the Philippines, cutting off what animal welfare groups say was a key pipeline for the international cockfighting trade. The policy change follows a series of investigations by Animal Wellness Action, the Center for a Humane Economy, and the Dallas Morning News, which traced the movement of tens of thousands of fighting birds from farms in the United States to buyers in the Philippines. How the trade worked Investigators found that fighting roosters were being shipped from gamefowl farms in Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Texas to brokers, including one…