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In March 2020, Polynesian carrier Air Tahiti Nui operated a ticketed, nonstop repatriation service from Faa’a International Airport (PPT) in Papeete, Tahiti, to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). This flight covered roughly 9,765 miles (15,715 km) in around 15 hours and 45 minutes. Because French Polynesia and metropolitan France are parts of the French Republic, this became the world’s longest domestic passenger flight, and it is one of a few in history to ever receive the unique distinction of being an ultra-long-haul domestic service. This service came to be as this route typically operated using a stop at Los Angeles…

Ireland is considering asking for air defense assistance from its European partners during its upcoming presidency of the Council of the European Union (EU), scheduled to begin in July 2026.   The plan could include the deployment of an allied warship to Dublin Bay equipped with anti-aircraft missiles, according to The Irish Times.  One candidate is the French Navy Aquitaine-class frigate Bretagne, which is scheduled to visit Dublin in November 2026. The multi-mission frigate (FREMM), equipped with Aster surface-to-air missiles, could form part of broader security efforts to protect Irish and visiting EU airspace during the more than 20 high-level meetings planned throughout…

The Airbus A321neo has emerged as one of the most popular commercial jets on the market. Airbus is currently receiving many more orders for the larger A321neo than for its smaller A320neo counterpart, with some airlines converting A320neo orders to A321neos. The A321neo comes with two subvariants, the A321LR (Long Range) and the A321XLR (Xtra Long Range). The XLR is a continuation of the increased structural reinforcement and extra tanks needed to extend the range. While the differences between the LR and the XLR are modest, the impact on the world’s available commercial routes is significant. Airlines can connect lower-density…

Boeing launched the 767 program back in 1978 to fill a clear market gap for a twin-engine widebody that could operate both transcontinental and intercontinental flights. The type entered commercial service in 1982 with United Airlines and quickly proved popular among major carriers. Over the years, the US planemaker produced five passenger variants, with the last aircraft delivered in 2014. That said, Boeing continues to produce the freighter version of the aircraft, which remains popular among cargo operators worldwide. Overall, on the passenger front, several airlines, including American Airlines and Delta Air Lines, added the 767 to their long-haul fleets…

As the current US government shutdown continues, demand for private jet travel is increasing. As reported by CNBC, the CEO of popular private jet charter and fractional ownership company Flexjet has stated that his company has seen a sizeable increase in last-minute bookings, a trend that may be happening across the industry. This comes as the impact of the government shutdown is taking a heavier toll on the commercial airline industry with each passing day. Workers, particularly air traffic controllers and TSA agents, are not getting paid, and this is leading to an increase in sick calls, leading to delays…

Flying narrowbody jets on transatlantic routes, according to Delta Air Lines, undermines the superior and reliable widebody experience the airline strives to offer for long-haul international travel, which is a brand problem. Narrowbody long-haul operations may offer cost savings and route flexibility, but Delta places a higher priority on passenger comfort and a reliable, high-quality onboard product, according to ch-aviation. While some Boeing 757s were retrofitted with lie-flat seats, the overall cabin experience is not comparable to modern widebodies, which generally offer more space and better amenities. Long-haul flights require more physical space for passengers to stretch, move around, and…

The age of iconic jumbo jets may be over. Boeing 747s are getting retired all the time, and A380s appear headed in the same direction, other than the efforts of Middle Eastern airlines. Yet, there is still plenty for avgeeks to get their teeth into regarding the current and next generations of widebody aircraft. For Boeing, this includes the 787 Dreamliner and 777X. Airbus fans look to the A330neo and A350. Both jets have their own strengths and weaknesses. Airbus offers extremely long-range products that are perfect for niche markets, while the Dreamliner is an ideal workhorse for high-capacity routes…

President Donald Trump urged air traffic controllers who have missed work during the government shutdown to return to their posts, threatening to withhold pay for those who do not show up, as travelers in the U.S. face flight delays and cancellations. “All Air Traffic Controllers must get back to work, NOW!!! Anyone who doesn’t will […] source

Entering the 15th week of the strike, the union machinists of Boeing’s St. Louis-based “Air Dominance” division still have not reached an agreement with America’s top aerospace manufacturer. On the heels of a failed attempt to reach a deal with a federal mediator, Boeing is now offering a $6,000 bonus as part of the new employee incentives, according to First Alert 4 News. Employees have rejected multiple offers over the course of the nearly four-month labor dispute. The uniquely skilled Americans construct the United States Air Force’s top fourth-generation fighter, the F-15EX “Eagle II,” and will produce the world’s first…

Copa Airlines’ Senior Director of Cargo Jaime Alvarez will join Cargo Facts LATAM 2025 for the panel discussion ‘Outlook for the Latin American freighter market’ on Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 9:15 a.m. (GMT -6).  The fourth annual Cargo Facts LATAM conference will take place Feb. 10-12, 2026, at the Marquis Reforma in Mexico City, assembling decision-makers, global executives and leaders to share insights and analyze the latest market trends and air cargo developments, and their impact in Latin America. View the full 2026 event agenda. Alvarez joined Copa Airlines in 1997 and played a role in the development of the…