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The Irish police have now arrested three people after a van breached security at Shannon Airport (SNN) and drove directly into a restricted area close to a parked US C-40 Clipper military aircraft. Reports indicate that the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. local time on Saturday, November 22. The incident prompted a temporary suspension of airport operations while local authorities intercepted the vehicle in question. Two men and a woman, all of whom were reportedly in their 20s, were detained at the scene, and the van in question was ultimately seized pending technical examination. An activist group that goes by…

Premium Economy has quickly evolved from a niche offering into a major cabin class, providing travelers with a comfortable middle ground between economy and business at a significantly more accessible price. Its popularity reflects a broader shift in demand, driven by leisure passengers who want more space and comfort. As airlines continue refining their cabin products, premium economy has also become an important tool for revenue management, allowing carriers to segment customers more effectively and capture travelers who are willing to pay a moderate upgrade for added comfort. At the same time, the specific focus on premium economy on its…

Buying miles & points strategically can represent a great value, especially for luxury travel. The Etihad Guest program has just launched a promotion on purchased miles. While I wouldn’t say this is a slam dunk, some people might still find this to be worthwhile, as it’s the best offer we’ve seen from the program in a long time. Let’s go over the details. Between November 22 and December 2, 2025, Etihad Guest is offering up to a 50% bonus on purchased miles. The offer is tiered, and you get a bigger bonus the more miles you buy, as follows: Buy…

U.S. officials in Washington, D.C., have confirmed that any F-35 Lightning II aircraft sold to Saudi Arabia under a new strategic defense pact will be less advanced than the versions already flying with Israel. This will allow the company to preserve Israel’s legally mandated qualitative military edge within the region, a strategic priority the Department of War has been quick to reinforce. The proposed sale, which will account for 48 F-35A jets as part of a wider security package, has stirred up controversy within Congress and from Israeli politicians. Israeli officials, despite their commentary, have insisted that their edge will…

The Flight Instructor Noticed Some Engine Roughness And Diverted Toward Westwinds Airport On November 2, 2025, about 1630 mountain standard time, an experimental amateur-built Just Highlander airplane, N622SC, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Delta, Colorado. The flight instructor and student pilot were seriously injured. The airplane was operated as a 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 instructional flight. According to the flight instructor, the purpose of the flight was an introduction to tailwheel operations for the student pilot, who was also the airplane owner. The flight instructor stated that after about an hour…

From 2014 (YouTube Edition) — Disclaimer: No Matter What He Tells You, Tom Is Not A Certified Firefighting Pilot While at EAA AirVenture 2014, ANN News Editor, Tom Patton checked out what was going on at the Redbird Flight Simulation display. Tom talked with Josh Harnagel, the Director of Online Marketing for Redbird Flight Simulations. Redbird is becoming known as the innovator in aviation simulation and in the way simulation is used in flight training. However, as important as flight simulation can be, it’s also a lot of fun. Harnagel said they were approached by the Walt Disney Company to…

Aero Linx: Glenn H. Curtiss Museum The Glenn H. Curtiss Museum, bearing the name of Hammondsport’s favorite son, is located on State Route 54, one half mile south of the village of Hammondsport, New York. Dedicated to the memory of pioneer aviator, Glenn Curtiss, the museum contains a priceless collection relating to early aviation and regional history.

In November 2025, the United States Air Force deployed an unknown number of Boeing B-52 Superfortress bombers to its Moron Air Base in southern Spain. Ironically, the B-52 is both famous for being one of the oldest military aircraft still in service (they were built 1952-1962), while also being a symbol of American power. Thanks to their size, payload capacity, relatively low operating expenses, and evolved role, they remain relevant and powered and have avoided obsolescence, unlike most other aircraft types. These days, Spain is a close NATO ally and the bombers are welcome there, but that hasn’t always been…

A U.K. patrol ship has intercepted a Russian corvette and a tanker after shadowing them through the English Channel, the Defense Ministry said Sunday, adding that Russian naval activity around U.K. waters had increased by 30% over the past two years.With the past two weeks, the patrol ship HMS Severn intercepted the Russian corvette RFN Stoikiy and tanker Yelnya as they sailed through the English Channel, the ministry said. The Severn eventually handed over monitoring duties to an unidentified NATO ally off the coast of Brittany.In addition to the ships stationed around the U.K. coast, Britain has deployed three Poseidon…