Author: FlightDrama
Four Minutes Before Impact! On December 31, 2024 I wrote the post, a Sad End to 2024, and I speculated what I thought happened with the December 29, Jeju crash, based upon the facts we knew. They were fast, they did not extend flaps, no gear, and no communication beyond a Mayday, and go around, and we know they were not incapacitated because they turned and landed on the centerline of a runway in the opposite direction, but sadly they hit a wall. But that wall in any other city could have saved lives, and these pilots had the ability to…
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“We are incredibly saddened by how many lives have been impacted by the wildfires. We’ll continue to work on supporting the region as it recovers. California is an important place to Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines. Many of our guests and more than 2,500 of our Air Group employees call the Los Angeles region home, not to mention countless others who love traveling there.”
Flying privately offers unparalleled freedom and luxury, allowing you to access some of the most interesting and unique FBOs (Fixed-Base Operators) across the globe. Whether you’re looking for breathtaking scenery, gourmet dining, or just a unique experience, these five FBOs stand out as must-visit destinations for any private jet traveler. 1. Sedona Airport (KSEZ) – Sedona, AZ Nestled amidst the stunning red rocks of Arizona, Sedona Airport is more than just a gateway; it’s a destination in itself. The approach to KSEZ is nothing short of breathtaking, with views of the iconic Sedona landscape that will leave you in awe.…
ASL Airlines France has unveiled two new routes from Toulon Hyères Airport, enhancing travel options for passengers in the region.Route details: Toulon–Lille: Operating twice weekly (Fridays and Sundays) during school holidays, this domestic route offers convenient access to Lille’s rich heritage and nearby Belgium, bypassing Parisian transit hubs. Toulon–Algiers: Also operating twice weekly during school holidays, this international route strengthens ties between southern France and Algeria, catering to family, cultural, and business travellers.Flight schedules: Lille: Departure from Toulon: 20:50 (arrival at 22:30). Departure from Lille: 13:10 (arrival at 14:50). Algiers: Departure from Toulon: 15:50 (arrival at 17:20). Departure from Algiers:…
ANA business class and first class are easily among the best in the world – especially on their new Boeing 777s decked out with “The Room” in business class and “The Suite” up in first. So go figure it’s also become one of the hardest to actually book using miles, too. Over the last few years, the Japanese carrier has gotten incredibly stingy. These days, finding any award availability – flights you can actually book with miles – for ANA premium cabins is virtually impossible unless you’re looking just two weeks (or less) before departure … and that’s if you…
On the company’s Profit Sharing Day – aptly falling on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day – eligible employees across Delta will receive an estimated payout of 10% of their eligible earnings, representing an average five weeks in additional pay. Delta employees will receive $1.4 billion as their share of the airline’s 2024 profits, a timely reminder that our people are fundamental to our culture as Delta celebrates its centennial anniversary. On the company’s Profit Sharing Day – aptly falling on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day – eligible employees across Delta will receive an estimated payout of 10% of their eligible earnings, representing…
The IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) uploaded a short Instagram reel on their official @idfonline page on Jan. 6, 2025, offering previously unseen footage inside one of the IAF’s KC-707s tanker aircraft. The new video of the aircraft – called the Re’em, Hebrew for ‘Oryx’, in Israeli service – included clips of the extremely secretive RVS (Remote Vision System) used by the boom operator to monitor and control the very precise movements required for air-to-air refueling, the core function of the specialized Boeing 707. This is particularly significant because neither images nor videos of this key system have previously been published…
Please excuse my absence from the blogosphere. The day job caught up with me during the last semester and cut back my aviation rambling activity in no uncertain terms. I taught three history courses including (amazing to relate) Britain Since 1688, which was thoroughly enjoyable. The prep work was a slog, but then, most prep work is a slog. What do you think about at Christmas? Apart from the usual family festivities I was considering the prospect of yet more course prep, and whether or not to try to submit a paper for the Spring 2025 meeting of the Kansas…
One of my first challenges as a new CFI was transitioning a retiring Air Force General, with massive fighter jet experience, into GA aircraft – guess who learned more? Not only did this General possess a refreshing lack of ego but this individual also continually emphasized an operational knowledge for pilots he called “fighter pilot math!” As pilots, we have a job to do in a busy environment with limited time and computing power (fortunately not at Mach 1.5). We are not Ph.D.s solving equations with Greek letters – nor should we be. We are optimizers in the heat of…