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To make sure their distress signal is understood and not confused with other transmissions, pilots say “Mayday” three times. This practice dates back to the early days of radio, when single calls could be drowned out by excessive traffic and poor signal quality. Pilots use “Pan-Pan,” which is also repeated three times, for less serious circumstances that do not pose a life-threatening emergency. The repetition accomplishes three main goals: first, it increases the probability of a clear transmission in the face of interference and indicates an urgent, life-threatening emergency that takes precedence over other communications; second, it reduces ambiguity by…

I’m always fascinated by the business side of miles & points. Loyalty programs can be huge profit centers for airlines and hotel groups, and the more we know about the economics of these programs, the better we can understand the evolution of credit card rewards. While airlines and hotel groups have SEC filings that reveal some information about their loyalty programs, for the most part, we’ll never learn the real nitty-gritty of the economics. Some time ago, I wrote about how much airlines pay for partner award tickets. In other words, when you redeem United MileagePlus miles for an All…

The partnership between the United States Air Force (USAF) and American aerospace companies, that of a defense industrial base, is arguably the most powerful “secret weapon” the USAF has. Instead of one individual technological marvel, the secret weapon is rather an intricate system of industrial efficiency, manufacturing scale, and innovative collaboration. That relationship has kept the superiority of American air power at the forefront around the world for decades, hearkening back to lessons from World War II, when the US outpaced its enemies by pivoting its powerful industrial base to wartime needs. Termed the “Arsenal of Democracy,” the defense industrial…

The Supreme Court of India has said in a preliminary report on the June 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash that killed 260 people does not insinuate anything against the flight’s captain. The court is set to hear a petition on November 10, and it is seeking an independent expert probe. An earlier interim report noted that both engines’ fuel control switches had been moved to an inappropriate setting shortly after takeoff. This was a highly abnormal condition that is central to investigators’ timelines. The government has defended this inquiry as both clean and thorough. These rulings and the technical…

Aero Linx: The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a United Nations agency which helps 193 countries to cooperate together and share their skies to their mutual benefit. Since it was established in 1944, ICAO’s support and coordination has helped countries to diplomatically and technically realize a uniquely rapid and dependable network of global air mobility, connecting families, cultures, and businesses all over the world, and promoting sustainable growth and socio-economic prosperity wherever aircraft fly.

About 25 Days (9.3 Hours) Before The Accident, The Airframe Was Modified With Different Landing Gear Legs, Wheels, And Brakes Analysis: The pilot reported that during the landing roll on the dry grass strip, he was making corrections with the brakes and the airplane nosed over, coming to rest inverted. The pilot assumed that he was “a bit too aggressive” with the brakes. The airplane sustained substantial damage to the right wing strut and the rudder. The pilot reported there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures with the airframe or the engine that would have precluded normal operation. The…

“Over 2025, Vertical has shown that when we set targets, we deliver. Whilst maintaining our industry-leading capital efficiency, we are not only demonstrating all piloted flight phases, but we are the only eVTOL OEM that has done so under stringent regulatory scrutiny – as mandated by the UK/European Permit to Fly regime.” Source: Stuart Simpson, CEO of Vertical Aerospace, as they released a ‘first look’ at its certification aircraft ahead of a full public unveiling on December 10, 2025. The company says the VX4, its flagship electric air taxi, is entering the piloted transition flight phase, where it will hopefully…

Aero Linx: Air Medical Physician Association (AMPA) The Air Medical Physician Association (AMPA) is the largest professional organization of physicians dedicated to rotor wing (helicopter), fixed wing (airplane) and critical care ground transport. With over 400 members nationally and internationally the Association represents extensive expertise in the field of medical transport. Our members represent many medical specialties including Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and various Surgical Subspecialties.

I hope this flight attendant gets the help she needs, because obviously this is bad situation… United flight attendant downs alcohol on transatlantic flight A 56-year-old (now former) United Airlines flight attendant has found herself in court, due to her actions while working a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR) on October 17, 2025. The veteran flight attendant had been at the airline for 26 years, but handed in her resignation following the incident. The woman had reportedly brought her own alcohol minis onboard (as opposed to taking from the onboard stock). She had reportedly been feeling…

The key to Delta Air Lines’ success in recent years has been the premium brand it has built. The carrier’s identity today centers around Delta One Suites, glass doors, and a wine list created by master sommeliers that includes far too many bottles to count. The man behind that strategy, for the most part, is Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian. However, he is not sitting behind those doors as you might expect. Rather, he is often in the Main Cabin or perhaps Comfort+, where he walks the aisles and chats with flight attendants, all while quietly trying to examine…