5 Exciting Planes To Be Showcased At The Dubai Airshow
The world-famous Dubai Airshow 2025 is fast approaching with a star-studded list of commercial jets, helicopters, private planes, and combat aircraft to stun spectators with flying displays and rare up-close experiences. The show has hosted awesome performances from aerobatic teams, colossal Airbus A380 “Super Jumbos” flying in formation, and appearances by the much-anticipated Boeing 777X […]
Read MoreUPS McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Crashes During Takeoff In Louisville
At least seven people are dead after a McDonnell Douglas MD-11 freighter operated by UPS crashed near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF), late Tuesday night – November 4th.
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Read MoreThe World’s Most Comfortable Long-Haul Economy Seats You Can Book Today
In recent years, technology has pushed fuel efficiency to greater and greater heights, and so, the range of commercial passenger aircraft has also increased. While airlines love the increased flexibility that long-range aircraft bring to the table, a secondary effect of this is that long-haul flights can last for longer durations.
Read MoreDOT Could Be Forced To Close Certain US Air Spaces Next Week As Government Shutdown Looms
The US Department of Transport (DOT) has issued a stark warning today that if the current federal government shutdown continues into next week, it may be forced to shut down parts of US airspace. As reported by ABC News, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stated that the country’s airspace system is under immense strain, warning that […]
Read MoreWhy This Airline Already Slashed Its Airbus A321XLR Order
Wizz Air is in the process of cutting down its order of 47 Airbus A321XLRs (Xtra Long Range) to just 10 to 15 examples. It is not reducing its orders for the A321, but is rather converting them to the shorter-ranged standard A321neo. Simple Flying previously reported that much of the decision was driven by […]
Read MoreAmerican Airlines Lays Off Management Employees After Suffering $114 Million Q3 Net Loss
Despite earning a record revenue of $13.7 billion in the third quarter of 2025, American Airlines (AA) claimed a $114 million loss and is now moving to lay off middle management as well as other staff. Speculation is abound as the exact positions subject to cuts were not alluded to by AA.
Read MoreAlaska Airlines Expands San Diego Network with 42% Growth in 1 Year
Alaska Airlines’ roots trace back to 1932, when Linious “Mac” McGee and Harvey Barnhill began operating charter flights between Anchorage and Bristol Bay using a single three-seat Stinson aircraft. Despite its ambition, the small airline faced the constant challenge of serving a less populated and highly seasonal market. Around the same time, another operator, Star […]
Read MoreWhy Is Alaska Airlines Discontinuing 16 Routes In 2026?
In October 2025, Simple Flying reported that Alaska is set to cut 16 routes while simultaneously adding 13 routes to its network in 2026. The move is a reshuffle to focus attention on the cities that have the most opportunity for growth and less competition from larger carriers such as United and Delta. It also […]
Read MoreBreaking: UPS McDonnell Douglas MD-11 Crashes After Takeoff In Louisville
A McDonnell Douglas MD-11 operated by UPS Airlines crashed near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) on Tuesday, according to multiple reports. Flight data suggests the aircraft, bound for Honolulu, only gained an altitude of 175 feet before making impact south of the airfield at around 17:13 (EST).
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