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Boeing announced on April 28, 2026, that it has received an order for up to 60 B737 MAX aircraft (40 firm orders plus 20 options) from Panamanian carrier Copa Airlines. The exact version breakdown of this order is not known yet, as the airline may have chosen to keep some flexibility as to its exact make up. The order reaffirms the Copa Airlines’ commitment to Boeing and the B737 family of aircraft, which has historically been the mainstay of its fleet. With this new order, Copa Airlines expects to replace an unspecified number of older B737 NG aircraft as well as expand its fleet. The Panamanian carrier aims to have a fleet of more than 100 B737 MAX aircraft in…
A well known American Airlines flight attendant has taken to social media to rant about the carrier’s newest long haul jet. She makes some valid points, and there’s another aspect to her commentary that I find to be interesting… Flight attendant not happy to work American A321XLR Heather Poole is an American flight attendant who has even written a book about her 30-year career at the airline. She’s based in New York, which is also where American has based its newest aircraft, the Airbus A321XLR. This is the new long range narrow body plane that’s becoming popular with many airlines.…
I guess we should’ve seen this coming… United States passport gets new Trump-centric design The State Department is rolling out a new limited edition United States passport, intended to commemorate the 250th anniversary of American independence. The passport features President Trump’s image on the inside cover, surrounded by text of the Declaration of Independence, an American flag, and Trump’s (gold) signature. Then another page features the Founding Fathers at the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The passport’s exterior is also altered, with “United States of America” written in larger text and placed at the very top of the passport,…
Alaska Airlines launched its first nonstop flight between Seattle and Rome on April 28, 2026, marking the carrier’s entry into Europe and adding the first scheduled direct service between the two cities. The seasonal daily service connects Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) with Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and will operate through October 23, 2026. Alaska said the route gives Seattle travelers the only daily nonstop flight to Rome and opens a new one-stop connection between Hawaii and Europe through Seattle. “Launching our first flight to Europe is a significant step in executing our long-term growth strategy,” Alaska Air Group CEO Ben…
By Karl Sinclair April 28, 2026, © Leeham News: An abnormally downbeat Guillaume Faury, CEO of Airbus, was clearly not pleased with how things progressed in the first quarter of 2026. When asked when commercial aircraft delivery rates will converge with production rates, he said, “We don’t like to guide or to give rates when it comes to monthly production rates or even quarterly production rates. It’s non-linear and tends to be backloaded in Q2 and Q4 in most years. That’s something that we are suffering from probably more this year than I remember we’ve ever suffered in the first…
“We applaud the Virginia General Assembly for holding firm and rejecting Gov. Spanberger’s proposed amendment to House Bill 5. By sending the original, inclusive legislation back to the governor’s desk, Virginia lawmakers stood up to the governor’s blindsided approach and reaffirmed what they recognized from the start: that airline pilots and flight attendants are Virginia workers, and they deserve the same protections as every other Virginian. The Virginia General Assembly heard from its constituents and did the right thing. Airline crew members get sick just like everyone else. Now, the governor has the choice to heed the call of the…
Aero Linx: Swift Museum Foundation, Inc. The Swift Museum Foundation is a 501(3)c non-profit, member supported organization. Membership details are available by contacting the Museum Headquarters. Membership benefits include sharing over 60 years experience in the care and maintenance of the Swift by thousands of owner members. The Swift Museum Foundation is now in a building program at the McMinn County Airport (MMI) to build a new home for the Museum’s display aircraft.
Ultralight Vehicle A single-occupant aeronautical vehicle operated for sport or recreational purposes which does not require FAA registration, an airworthiness certificate, or pilot certification. Operation of an ultralight vehicle in certain airspace requires authorization from ATC.
Airplane Climbed To An Altitude Of 200 Of 300 Ft Before Turning East. The Airplane’s Right Wing Then Folded Upward… On April 19, 2024, about 1330 eastern daylight time, an unregistered Bailey-Moyes Dragonfly airplane was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident at Sheets Airport (FA42), Groveland, Florida. The private pilot was fatally injured. The flight was operated under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as a personal flight. According to witnesses, shortly after takeoff, the airplane climbed to an altitude of 200 of 300 ft before turning east. The airplane’s right wing…
From 2016 (YouTube Edition): The Aspen Aerospace Alliance Motivate Students towards STEM Subjects… Here’s a video that runs a little longer than our normal Aero-Minute because it’s a subject that’s fascinating and could make a difference in the lives of children in our school systems. This video is about an organization called the ‘Aspen Aerospace Alliance’ that has set a goal to bring aviation into the lives of schoolchildren ranging from elementary through high school. ANN News Editor, Tom Patton, finds out about this fascinating organization by talking with its founder and CEO, Greg Roark. While the name of the…