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Two Meteor live-fire tests were conducted as part of the BVR-X Technical Exercise in the Natal region. The Brazilian Air Force (Força Aérea Brasileira – FAB) announced a major milestone on Nov. 29, 2025, conducting its first Meteor BVRAAM (Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile) live fire from an F-39E (Brazilian designation for the Saab JAS39 Gripen E). The “BVR-X Technical Exercise (EXTEC) test campaign, believed to have taken place earlier this month in the Natal region, involved four Gripen Es which conducted two live-firings against Leonardo’s maneuverable Mirach 100/5 aerial targets, in.” The Gripen E is the most advanced variant…
Airlines will sometimes have schedule changes, whereby the schedule for a flight will be changed at some point before departure. As a traveler, you can often make these work to your advantage, since you can typically make a (reasonable) change without incurring a fare difference. However, the policies do vary by airline, and it seems like EasyJet may have a particularly “unfriendly” policy in this regard, as shared by an OMAAT reader. I guess that’s not too surprising for a European budget carrier that largely makes its money on fees, but still… EasyJet’s unreasonable schedule change policyOMAAT reader Mike booked…
The modern business class experience has evolved to include a host of new features as airlines aim to create the most luxurious experience possible. However, the most basic aspect of travel remains the same: the seat. Passengers can receive fantastic service, enjoy great food, access a great lounge, and sleep on comfortable bedding. Yet the whole experience can be ruined by a cramped, firm seat. Making use of the Skytrax World’s Best Business Class Airlines 2025 award rankings, this article introduces five of international aviation’s best and most roomy business class seats. Featured are Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, All Nippon…
The U.S. Air Force currently operates 96 KC-46A refuelers, which Boeing is also upgrading with new hardware and software. Boeing announced on Nov. 26, 2025, the award of a new contract, worth $2.47 billion, to build 15 additional KC-46A Pegasus refueling tankers for the U.S. Air Force, covering Production Lot 12. With the 98 KC-46As already delivered to the service, according to Boeing Defense, the total number of aircraft in the fleet will increase to 113 airframes. Including six aircraft of the JASDF (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) and four contracted for the Israel Air Force, there are a total of…
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When you achieve a certain airline tier or a part of their lounge program, the first place you want to go once you get to the airport is to the (usual) serenity of the airline lounge. Airlines worldwide have installed lounges at their home and destination airports, where they can treat their most loyal customers. Airline lounges with direct gate access Credit: Shutterstock While this idea isn’t new, several airlines offer direct lounge-to-gate access. But what does this mean? Lounge-to-gate access is where customers visiting the airline lounge can board from the lounge directly to the gate nearby, bypassing the lines…
Across the board, long-haul travel is getting a quiet redesign. Instead of chasing fancy gadgets, the Boeing 777X’s cabin focuses on the fundamentals. The manufacturer is looking to target specific improvements that passengers will feel, with space, light, air, and small friction points across the board all being places where the airline is looking to smooth out the passenger experience. Boeing and design partner Teague have worked to restructure the cabin, ranging from side walls to the ceiling, lighting, and windows, all in order to make sure that the aircraft feels more open and comfortable for passengers. The airline has…
The American-built Boeing 737 MAX 10 and the ultra-long-range Airbus A321XLR, a European model, are consistently compared by aviation industry analysts because these two models sit at the top end of the single-aisle market, a place where airlines want more seats, fewer trips, and lower overall fuel costs. However, the truth is that there is quite a lot that distinguishes these two aircraft and the missions that they will be able to serve. An Airbus A321XLR can open new routes with its unprecedented range, flying long-and-thin missions that traditionally required a larger aircraft like the Boeing 757 or another underfilled…
Germany’s flag carrier Lufthansa is setting its sights on strong profitability for its core airline in 2026, according to remarks by CEO Jens Ritter, as reported by Reuters. Speaking to reporters on Thursday, Ritter said that after meeting its 2025 targets, Lufthansa is “back on track to return to profitability.” The push comes as part of a broader cost-cutting and service-improvement program that the group plans to run through 2028. The aim is to transform what has been considered the group’s weakest link into a financially sustainable mainline carrier. This initiative marks a turning point for a carrier long pressured…
Extra legroom and a wider seat on a flight over the Pacific Ocean can go a long way toward improving the travel experience for anyone who typically flies economy. That’s just one reason why the premium economy class is seeing steadily rising demand in the post-COVID air travel era. The relatively new cabin fare has been a hit over the past couple of years, as demand for flying has surged in powerful numbers. An interesting trend in the post-Coronavirus airline market is that customers are more frequently opting for premium products and are willing to spend extra for a better…