#  @Fahadnaimb Fahad Naim
Fahad Naim posts on X about flight, $ba, in the, up to the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
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### Social Influence
**Social category influence**
[stocks](/list/stocks) 22.01% [countries](/list/countries) 16.98% [finance](/list/finance) 5.66% [luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands) #5380 [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) 2.52% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) 1.89% [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) 1.89% [currencies](/list/currencies) 0.63%
**Social topic influence**
[flight](/topic/flight) #419, [$ba](/topic/$ba) #496, [in the](/topic/in-the) 5.03%, [up to](/topic/up-to) 4.4%, [safely](/topic/safely) #932, [level](/topic/level) #1740, [super](/topic/super) 3.77%, [history](/topic/history) 3.14%, [safe](/topic/safe) 2.52%, [$7846t](/topic/$7846t) #1823
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**Top assets mentioned**
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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"Some more Pictures for Reference B787 RR TRENT [----] ENGINE. ๐ธ by @Fahadnaimb โEngine electronic controller (EEC) - controls and monitors critical engine operation .The EEC: Uses full authority digital engine Control (FADEC). - Provides startingoperatingshutdownprotection and health monitoring functions https://t.co/LildShARu1 B787 RR TRENT [----] ENGINE. ๐ธ by @Fahadnaimb โEngine electronic controller (EEC) - controls and monitors critical engine operation .The EEC: Uses full authority digital engine Control (FADEC). - Provides startingoperatingshutdownprotection and health monitoring"
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1932343697305432555) 2025-06-10T07:46Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The fire on engine #1 was catastrophic. an uncontained failure that sent debris flying uncontrollably. but the real killer was the immediate compressor stall on #2 visible right here in the footage as that telltale puff of flame. This almost certainly resulted from Foreign Object Debris (FOD) ingestion where fragments from #1's explosion were sucked into #2's intake disrupting airflow and surging the compressor blades. Watch the sudden yaw to the left post-stall: that's the asymmetric thrust kicking in with only engine #3 (tail-mounted) left producing power. For a fully loaded MD-11 like UPS"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/1985903616595800216) 2025-11-05T02:54Z [----] followers, 991.1K engagements
"Seeing Boeing [---] fuselages on trains in Seattle never gets old. Heading to Renton after that epic rail trip from Wichita. City's stacked: aviation powerhouse coffee kings tech titans big retail Navy carrier yard. Anyone spot these trains often"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2004231907517894774) 2025-12-25T16:44Z [----] followers, 1.1M engagements
"I keep thinking about why Russian Flankers like Su-27/30 rely on the PTK-10SK drag chute (23kg rear fuselage install works up to 300km/h) while most Western fighters ditched them years ago ๐ค"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2006334833916793245) 2025-12-31T12:01Z [----] followers, 219K engagements
"Congress just slapped down the Pentagon and saved Boeing's E-7 Wedgetail program โ DoD was ready to kill it. costs shot from $588M to $724M per jet huge delays plus theyre betting big on space-based recon instead. But lawmakers stepped in with NDAA cash saying no way we risk an AWACS gap when threats are everywhere. This 737-based beast is meant to replace the ancient E-3 Sentry prototypes still rolling. Earlier US waffling even tanked similar NATO plans. Personally I think Congress got this one right. readiness today beats gambling on future tech. You buying the space pivot or sticking with"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2008126912070361292) 2026-01-05T10:42Z [----] followers, 10.2K engagements
"Aviation history just got auctioned off. on Jan [--] [----] the old Far Eastern Air Transport MD-83 (B-28007) went for $98000 to an aerospace firm in Taipei. This bird's been grounded since the airline folded in [----] after a few failed bids. Its last flight's landing. the left wing almost scraped the ground that was intense. Crazy how these icons end up. In my view it's a steal for tech repurposing but sad for nostalgia. Should old planes like this be museum pieces instead https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009222126214213736 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009222126214213736"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2009222126214213736) 2026-01-08T11:14Z [----] followers, 49.2K engagements
"All-business class on a narrowbody like Beond's A319 is cool. but let's be real it ain't true luxury. [--] lie-flats to Maldives sure but you're still on a single-aisle plane with narrowbody constraints. Not hating. the execution looks decent. I actually like the idea brings premium down to earth. But is it better than a proper widebody J seat on legacy carriers https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2010606393620038007 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2010606393620038007"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2010606393620038007) 2026-01-12T06:54Z [----] followers, 376K engagements
"That's a hard landing and I've seen what real hard landings do: in a case I know same overload wrinkled the nose skin bad and sheared every bolt clean off the wheel. United's impact looks heavy enough for similar stress. Glad it held. Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty winds rough touchdown nose wheel detaches and rolls off. Plane came to a safe stop zero injuries. that's the main thing. But it raises questions about how often "weather" is the full story vs maintenance https://t.co/44XdpTgsX8 Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2013081618723058099) 2026-01-19T02:50Z [----] followers, 61.4K engagements
"Another view of United UA2323 nose gear post-landing. wheel gone after hard landing in corsswinds. Safe stop no injuries. Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty winds rough touchdown nose wheel detaches and rolls off. Plane came to a safe stop zero injuries. that's the main thing. But it raises questions about how often "weather" is the full story vs maintenance https://t.co/44XdpTgsX8 Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty winds rough touchdown nose wheel detaches and rolls off. Plane came to a safe stop zero injuries. that's the main"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2013146721493385656) 2026-01-19T07:09Z [----] followers, 161.5K engagements
"Queen alert ๐ Cathay Pacific Cargo B-LJE rolling out in stunning 80th anniversary retro. green stripes popping on that 747-8F frame as it taxis. Cathay nailing the throwback for their milestone. Nothing beats a [---] in classic colors especially freighter hauling global goods. With production ended how much longer will we see 747s ruling skies. another [--] years in cargo https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2013964979586973980 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2013964979586973980"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2013964979586973980) 2026-01-21T13:20Z [----] followers, 74.6K engagements
"SIA incident. Jan [--] A350-900 (9V-SHW) on SQ917 from Manila reportedly had a tail strike during go-around before safe landing. No injuries aircraft out for maintenance. Fixing this is going to cost a fortune and give the crew a real headache"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2015719649904906292) 2026-01-26T09:33Z [----] followers, 49.7K engagements
"Delta orders [--] more Airbus widebodies right after finally getting Boeing 787s [--] A330-900neo + [--] A350-900 taking totals to [--] and [--]. More premium RR engines [----] delivery. Interesting timing. I gotta say feels like Airbus still has Delta's heart for long-haul. Is Boeing really back in the game with them or was the [---] order just symbolic https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016498885766840597 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016498885766840597"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2016498885766840597) 2026-01-28T13:09Z [----] followers, 98.1K engagements
"Airbus gearing up to pitch a stretched A220 (A220-500/A221) to airlines/lessors. [---] seats sales talks starting soon possible launch by end-2026 or Farnborough reveal. [----] = huge year for A220 program. This could be the perfect bridge between A220 and A320 neo. efficiency + more pax = win but also Risky if it cannibalizes A320 sales. You think it kills the [---] MAX [--] or just fills a niche https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017132080979927109 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017132080979927109"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2017132080979927109) 2026-01-30T07:05Z [----] followers, 105.9K engagements
"Most airports dont allow cleaning the windshield like that and even airlines have rules against it since someone could end up slipping and getting hurt. Plus you cant do it on the Boeing [---] or A350 anyway. their windows dont open"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2017464492708532578) 2026-01-31T05:06Z [----] followers, 4.6M engagements
"Battle of the long fuselages incoming Avolon forecasts [----] launches: Airbus A220-500/A350-2000 vs Boeing 777-10X. Every extra row = billions in profit. But is bigger always better I think yes for dense routes no for efficiency. Team Airbus or Boeing here Airbus gearing up to pitch a stretched A220 (A220-500/A221) to airlines/lessors. [---] seats sales talks starting soon possible launch by end-2026 or Farnborough reveal. [----] = huge year for A220 program. This could be the perfect bridge between A220 and A320 neo. https://t.co/WnjVDrCRWN Airbus gearing up to pitch a stretched A220"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2017468698966298768) 2026-01-31T05:23Z [----] followers, 48.6K engagements
"Did you spot this Early A350s have one winglet style but from MSN [---] (2018-ish) onward Airbus switched to these taller squarer ones. Newer = better aero more range less fuel burn. Kinda wild how they quietly upgraded it Part of the Perf Improvement Package. Newer is superior aerodynamically no question. Be honest. do you even notice the difference or am I the only plane weirdo https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017669107261620691 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017669107261620691"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2017669107261620691) 2026-01-31T18:39Z [----] followers, 57.7K engagements
"Saturday at Valencia airport: intruder sneaks in scales to the roof of a Vueling A320 bound for Amsterdam. causes 2.5h delay. Talked down safely hospitalized for psych eval detained. Airport security tight enough"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018020933580255285) 2026-02-01T17:57Z [----] followers, 21.2K engagements
"Alaska passenger books paid first class Costa Rica Seattle (8 hrs) gets moved to economy because two deadheading pilots take the seats. Their contract forces first class for deadheads [--] hours stricter than most US airlines. Safety matters. pilots need rest. but the passenger ends up with crap food and no premium backup. It's a tough trade-off but airlines should have better plans for this. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018223513300357239 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018223513300357239"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018223513300357239) 2026-02-02T07:22Z [----] followers, 292.7K engagements
"Did you know that DHL A300 (D-AEAG) from that Heathrow tail strike last Oct has now been retiredEx-pilot Pete the Irish Pilot just dropped a vid saying it got 'binned' after the damage from that back-end bash. bounced hard scrape go-around like champs"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018322053494091853) 2026-02-02T13:54Z [----] followers, 143.1K engagements
"Airbus hit with another lawsuit: flight attendant claims toxic cabin air on A319 caused irreversible damage accuses them of knowing the bleed air system's flaws. Boeing [---] avoids this with bleedless design. fresh air only Bleed air from engines/APU can carry contaminants on most jets unlike the 787's clean setup. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018348786687553920 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018348786687553920"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018348786687553920) 2026-02-02T15:40Z [----] followers, 178K engagements
"what is the deal with India's Boeing 787s and these fuel switches First that crash in Ahmedabad last year and now another plane is grounded today because the switch won't stay in the 'Run' position Is Boeing sending India the 'C-grade' fleet or something Why aren't we hearing about Delta or United having these issues ๐จ URGENT SAFETY ALERT ๐จ A @airindia Boeing [---] fuel switch failed during flight AI132 moving toward CUTOFF on engine startthe exact malfunction warned of by the @FAANews in [----] (SAIB NM-18-33). This comes AFTER the airline said its fleet-wide checks found "no issues.""
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018361452516790398) 2026-02-02T16:30Z [----] followers, 26.3K engagements
"FAA's Bryan Bedford just backed the push for 'level playing field' in certifications at Singapore summit. basically saying foreign regulators should fast-track US planes like we do theirs. Ties right into Trump's Truth Social blast at Canada over Gulfstream G500/G600/G700/G800 delays (all FAA-certified years ago G800 in '25). He threatened 50% tariffs + decertify Bombardier Globals unless fixed. Bombardier fired back highlighting thousands of US jobs/suppliers. interconnected industry tariffs would hurt everyone north of the border. Fair reciprocity or protectionism gone wild โ"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018582824501276983) 2026-02-03T07:10Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"C929 development revving up. Avioption LOI for avionics 'brain' at Singapore Airshow [----]. Wind tunnel tests started recently suppliers like Guanglian on cargo door/fuselage AECC CJ-2000 targeted engine. Prelim design phase [---] seats baseline [-----] km range. Faster than expected C929 first flight sooner"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018706243549061502) 2026-02-03T15:20Z [----] followers, 24.3K engagements
"Cathay Pacific [---] literally vacuuming up a snowstorm while taxiing. Engines just inhaling all that white powder like it's nothing. cool af"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2018933764098023482) 2026-02-04T06:24Z [----] followers, 301.1K engagements
"Me [---] was the superior WWII jet. [---] mph killer cannons first in actual fights vs Meteor's home defense role. Speed + firepower reliability issues. if not delayed could've been devastating"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019018627153097129) 2026-02-04T12:02Z [----] followers, 52.1K engagements
"Kai Tak's Checkerboard was the greatest approach ever. [--] bank low over city checkerboard cue. lost some soul when it closed in [----]. best old-school landing or too dangerous"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019029699641671819) 2026-02-04T12:46Z [----] followers, 87.7K engagements
"Queenstown's takeoff views top many other airport. lake mountains town all perfect. Approach gets hype but climbout is serene AF. underrated gem"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019088078221250710) 2026-02-04T16:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Ryanair Malta special: free turbulence roller coaster + bonus hard landing"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019192015779684836) 2026-02-04T23:31Z [----] followers, 37.9K engagements
"Finally some real movement on the 777X Boeing's gearing up for the first flight of a actual production 777-9 (for Lufthansa) in April [----]. Fuel tests happening now engines soon. after years of hell This could be the turnaround Boeing needs. But after all those delays you buying it this time Or still skeptical https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019288210858471482 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019288210858471482"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019288210858471482) 2026-02-05T05:53Z [----] followers, 43.8K engagements
"A parked FedEx Airbus A300F nose gear collapsed while undergoing maintenance. No injuries reported emergency crews on scene fast and FedEx confirmed it with their standard 'no harm quick response' line Let me guess : Landing gear safety pins not installed during maintenance"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019319508054552978) 2026-02-05T07:57Z [----] followers, 26.4K engagements
"Powerful footage: Inside the cargo bay of a WFP Il-76 during a South Sudan airdrop. food pallets lined up for parachute release to isolated communities facing famine risk from floods/conflict. WFP uses these beasts for 30-ton drops when nothing else reaches them. High-risk high-cost ops. need ground clearance coordination. Lifesaving but shows failures in access. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019398573432139812 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019398573432139812"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019398573432139812) 2026-02-05T13:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"American Airlines water gushing from the aft lav area flooding the aisle like a river Pipe burst clear water everywhere crew mopping with towels. Luckily deplaned on the ground. no mid-air nightmare. Aviation's full of surprises but this one's gross"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019454517008335234) 2026-02-05T16:54Z [----] followers, 58.1K engagements
"Only two XB-70 Valkyries ever built. insane Mach [--] delta-wing beast meant to replace the B-52. One crashed in '66 after a mid-air collision with an F-104 during a photo shoot (tragic loss of two pilots) the other survives at the National Museum of the USAF in Dayton Ohio. Super cool plane but SAMs and missiles advanced faster. it was kinda obsolete before it could really shine probably would've ended up as a pricey cruise missile hauler like the B-52 did cheaper. Engineering masterpiece but timing killed it. If the XB-70 had gone into production anyway would it have changed bomber history Or"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019651145246109771) 2026-02-06T05:55Z [----] followers, 144.1K engagements
"๐จSAS flight SK2590 almost took off from a TAXIWAY at Brussels last night instead of runway 07R A320neo hit [---] knots before the crew caught it and slammed the brakes. Stopped partly in the grass no one hurt but damn. close call. This is why double-checks matter. Have you ever had a 'where the hell are we' moment in the cockpit ๐ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019695063908118914 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019695063908118914"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019695063908118914) 2026-02-06T08:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"This [----] AA Astrojet ad Guy on a stool eyeballing the radar. 'The Eye Specialist' Cleaning cabin smoke stains 100% tests Tulsa magic. Peak vintage cool. This is why I love old aviation marketing. it showed the passion.Old ads had personality new ones are soulless"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019751014199357638) 2026-02-06T12:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Bali's Private Jet Villa: Retired Boeing [---] converted into a cliffside luxury pad above Nyang Nyang Beach. cockpit hot tub cantilevered pool panoramic views. Blends aviation nostalgia with insane luxury. Would you book it over a normal villa Pros/cons"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019760377593315439) 2026-02-06T13:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Who here can tell if this is a 747-400 or a B747-800"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019781964262211911) 2026-02-06T14:35Z [----] followers, 51.5K engagements
"At Singapore Airshow [----] Boeing announced its largest Landing Gear Exchange contract: SIA Group gets coverage for [--] [---] MAX and [---] aircraft. Program delivers pre-overhauled gear for quick install/remove cuts AOG time optimizes inventory. Plus 100th [---] LGE delivery to ANA (30+ aircraft swapped already) and [--] more kits signed with others. Highlights shift to predictable capital-efficient maintenance.Planes basically on a gear subscription now. owning your spares or letting Boeing handle the rotation https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019801399610216944"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019801399610216944) 2026-02-06T15:52Z [----] followers, 58.8K engagements
"Baggage handler at Pearson: 'I'll just grab this $1M coke backpack real quick' mechanic spots him full sprint hides in luggage cart like a bad spy movie CBSA flashlight reveal tackle. [--] years. If you're gonna smuggle maybe don't hide where suitcases go Dumbest criminal move https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019854672140620237 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019854672140620237"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2019854672140620237) 2026-02-06T19:24Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare look: F-35A's internal GAU-22/A 25mm cannon firing. hatch opens [----] rounds/min (55 rps) muzzle velocity up to [----] fps. Stealth design means limited [---] rounds but bigger punch than 20mm. Love the surprise factor but [---] rounds That's like [--] seconds of fun"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020054756719489176) 2026-02-07T08:39Z [----] followers, 38.3K engagements
"Four Seasons isn't just hotels. they charter a tricked-out A321neo (48 seats) for world tours visiting spots like Sydney multiple times a year with all-inclusive VIP treatment. Dreamy way to see the world without hassle. If budget allowed I'd be tempted"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020075142920192081) 2026-02-07T10:00Z [----] followers, 21.6K engagements
"Nerd Quiz: A350-900 A350-1000 or A330-900"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020100458652619223) 2026-02-07T11:40Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Cargo door fully open ๐คฏAerosucre Boeing 737-200F (HK-5026) at Mit 2021: Cargo door opens post-takeoff safe return with it visibly flapping. Pilots often get door indications (false ones cause unnecessary emergencies) but this was the real deal. never seen before in footage. Actual open door. Rare AF https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020125149446738124 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020125149446738124"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020125149446738124) 2026-02-07T13:19Z [----] followers, 59.1K engagements
"Saudi engineer Dr. Muneer Bakhsh .who helped design the Boeing [---] tail . built an ultralight called HZM787 fitted it with a 65hp Rotax and flew it into the World Defense Show in Riyadh. Its the first experimental aircraft registered in the Kingdom. https://x.com/AviationWG/status/2020168925795733833/video/1 https://x.com/AviationWG/status/2020168925795733833/video/1"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020187933488345514) 2026-02-07T17:28Z [----] followers, 110.5K engagements
"Wingsspan showdown : A380 leads at 79.8m A350/B777 close at 64-65m 787/A330 60m A320 35.8m A380's span is epic for lift/efficiency but airport limits killed it. now twins rule. Is bigger always better or has smaller span + composites won 1/2"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020390042255213028) 2026-02-08T06:51Z [----] followers, 11.4K engagements
"Interesting development dropping today: Video of an F-35A prototype fully marked for the Royal Saudi Air Force. Clean livery Saudi flag prominent. Context: US approved the sale in late [----] under the new defense pact. Saudi set for up to [--] F-35As (downgraded config vs Israel's to maintain QME). Meanwhile talks for JF-17s show diversification away from total US reliance. Big question: Does this tip the Middle East air balance Boosts deterrence vs Iran but could fuel arms race worries. Or strengthens stability through stronger US ally My view: Strategic win for Riyadh in a volatile"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020410476015059069) 2026-02-08T08:12Z [----] followers, 16.5K engagements
"@8MTwagq5CLCDO5I I get the concern but diversification is pretty common for air forces these days. Why not both if it strengthens deterrence"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020412562039533686) 2026-02-08T08:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Private jets flooding SFO and SJC tarmacs this Super Bowl LX weekend.300+ at SJC alone for the game at Levi's Stadium. My take: Shows how big events cater to the ultra-rich but strains airports"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020426837185433812) 2026-02-08T09:17Z [----] followers, 30.2K engagements
"Vision [----] defense localization in action. this F-35 cockpit mockup wearing Saudi colors at World Defense Show is symbolic AF. Cutting-edge interface pilot-focused design.Building on the [----] US pact that made F-35 acquisition possible"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020478526034759991) 2026-02-08T12:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Check this 20yo European Cargo A340-600F flying cargo from CKG Quad engines vs B747-8F's quad too but [---] crushes on payload (140t vs 76t) and volume. Cool seeing old A340s repurposed but purpose-built 747-8F dominates heavy cargo"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020506144943599834) 2026-02-08T14:32Z [----] followers, 48.5K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Lions heading INTO South Africa on my flight rhinos were heading OUT of South Africa to Vietnam "
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020537416730419358) 2026-02-08T16:37Z [----] followers, 66.8K engagements
"India betting big on AI warfare: Army grabs Shield AI's V-BAT drones + Hivemind autonomy software (Jan [----] deal). Autonomous drones with BVLOS capabilities jam resistance and 12-hour endurance. ready for deployment in the Himalayas or remote islands Huge for surveillance/targeting without GPS. Plus SDK for Indian devs + Hyderabad factory ($90M JSW partnership) for local build/export. The United States Marine Corps and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force currently utilize this system and India has now joined this group. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020681188533543301"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020681188533543301) 2026-02-09T02:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Thai Airways retired A380 and older 777s parked on a taxiway next to the active runway at Suvarnabhumi. Airline retired all [--] A380s after pandemic (no revival due to costs) stored initially at U-Tapao but some now visible at BKK. Older 777s part of fleet slim-down too. Not scrapped yet. some for sale/parts. Classic case of 'right plane wrong time'. A380 dream died hard. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020706219682582866 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020706219682582866"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020706219682582866) 2026-02-09T03:48Z [----] followers, 19.5K engagements
"CH-47 Chinook getting a thorough high-pressure wash in hangar. hoses everywhere mist clouds crew suited up. Why Military helos like Chinooks need regular exterior cleaning to strip off contaminants prevent corrosion (salt/dirt killer for aluminum/rotors) part of phased maintenance per manuals. Underrated part of keeping legends airborne. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020780091488584170 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020780091488584170"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020780091488584170) 2026-02-09T08:41Z [----] followers, 19.5K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Agree. the A380 fits Thailand's market perfectly with all the bookings. And salvaging [---] parts is a no-brainer"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020790463700087168) 2026-02-09T09:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@_101ACE @IpManFreyy From South Africa all the way to Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island Safari"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020790838142353679) 2026-02-09T09:24Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@RC135V Russians have kept fleets flying through worse. Smart workarounds beat sanctions every time"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020909015098851537) 2026-02-09T17:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Fact: A400M's rear cargo door 7m x 4m closes to secure a 4m-wide hold for 37t strategic/tactical hauls. Brilliant compromise in airlift world. But bigger = heavier = more fuel Does it beat C-17 in efficiency You think it's the best military transporter door out there Compare to C-17 or C-130 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020979787804889497 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020979787804889497"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020979787804889497) 2026-02-09T21:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tragic news from South Korea: An AH-1S Cobra crashed during training in Gapyeong today (Feb 9) killing both pilots. They were practicing emergency landings. whole fleet grounded now investigation on. These Cobras are 30+ years old"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021124755173290057) 2026-02-10T07:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Beautiful A350-1000 shot. carbon fiber beast with 53% composites making it super light & efficient. Compare to 777X's 30% (wings only basically). Airbus is delivering like crazy; Boeing still waiting on [----]. Composites win for the future but Boeing's folding wings could flip the script. Who's building the better long-haul king https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021133322328604955 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021133322328604955"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021133322328604955) 2026-02-10T08:05Z [----] followers, 23.7K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Maybe but lots of old airframes fly safely every day. Age is a factor but not always the deciding one"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021155794276762005) 2026-02-10T09:34Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Eye-opening: Cosmonauts cramming into Orlan-MKS. rear hatch super tight nose-itch legend till fixes. Elon/SpaceX targeting Mars with next-gen EVAs: better joints HUD visors scalable for millions in future cities. Orlan shows raw challenge; SpaceX brings hope for less misery. But confinement's baked in for off-world work. Which path gets us to sustainable Mars life faster. proven Russian grit or bold SpaceX redesign https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021212193724014617 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021212193724014617"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021212193724014617) 2026-02-10T13:18Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@kh3lij_Arabi Here's a pic of A350-900 EK364"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021226394831687767) 2026-02-10T14:14Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@afairsinternt Impressive on paper but how often do F-35s actually get to use the gun in real fights these days"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021256041795813682) 2026-02-10T16:12Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@rodolf_paul That delay mightve accidentally been the smartest move Boeing ever made"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021257357829742650) 2026-02-10T16:18Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"American Airlines AA1284 from Bridgetown to Miami today (Boeing [---] N931NN). took off rwy [--] maintained low flight level held north to clear runway then returned and landed with a tire blowing out on touchdown. Crew got everyone down safely no injuries reported. Shoutout to the pilots for smooth management; these events show how resilient aviation is but tire failures on landing are too common. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021264381049524664 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021264381049524664"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021264381049524664) 2026-02-10T16:45Z [----] followers, 34.9K engagements
"Armored vehicle right under an El Al wing at the airport turret up and everything. High security for a 'regular' flight Wild but makes sense given history. Is this level normal for El Al flights"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021278648989254139) 2026-02-10T17:42Z [----] followers, 16.1K engagements
"@HelloKevin Ive literally never seen this kind of security for any other airline. El Al is built different "
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021282219114008701) 2026-02-10T17:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Here's a fresh look at the Boeing 777-9 cockpit. large landscape displays touchscreen controls head-up displays and overall layout that's strikingly similar to the [---] Dreamliner. Boeing designed it this way for maximum commonality: shared avionics reduced training time and easier transitions for pilots rated on 777/787. It's a smart evolution. efficiency and safety win when cockpits feel familiar but some might miss the unique 'classic 777' character. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021323070565384435 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021323070565384435"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021323070565384435) 2026-02-10T20:39Z [----] followers, 38.9K engagements
"This Super Guppy video got me thinking. NASA's hauling massive cargo the old school way.huge modified Stratocruiser with that insane 25ft-wide belly. Been doing it since the 60s still essential. But with Starship and giant reusable rockets is this the end for weird cargo planes I love the Guppy it's iconic but maybe progress means saying goodbye. What do you think.keep the quirky planes or go all-in on rockets Amazing https://t.co/IQAV2oFO9L Amazing https://t.co/IQAV2oFO9L"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021328149859139747) 2026-02-10T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Up close with Cathay's retro 'lettuce leaf sandwich' 747-8F for their 80th anniversary. that green stripe on the Queen looks epic Totally suits the [---] best"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021476934966968556) 2026-02-11T06:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Level [--] fire alert at HKIA Midfield Concourse Feb [--]. smoke from motor room near Gate [---] [--] evacuated safely. Fire out in under an hour It was not a drill as some individuals suggested in my previous post. ๐ค๐ค So many questions What are they aiming at Wheres the fire Is the docking system burning It looks like its working just fine. https://t.co/BikDVyW9g0 ๐ค๐ค So many questions What are they aiming at Wheres the fire Is the docking system burning It looks like its working just fine. https://t.co/BikDVyW9g0"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021482890622898638) 2026-02-11T07:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Reminder from this video: Ground crew loaders and maintenance teams working in absolute pouring rain to keep a flight moving. drenched slippery zero visibility but ops continue. These folks are the backbone of aviation . we fly on time because they tough it out in miserable conditions often for low pay and high risk"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021490515984949472) 2026-02-11T07:44Z [----] followers, 38.1K engagements
"@niallcarsonpa Yeah passengers definitely get the raw end of it with Ryanair. In the Gulf and some Asian countries where Ive worked they just delay boarding if its pouring like that"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021509022000746600) 2026-02-11T08:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"AG600 in high-speed taxi at Zhuhai yellow firefighting version thundering along like it's ready to take off any second. classic pre-flight test phase for these new production Kunlongs. Massive Chinese amphibious plane for fires/rescue world's biggest entering service now-ish in [----]. What's your take on China's aviation push https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021519590468329868 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021519590468329868"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021519590468329868) 2026-02-11T09:40Z [----] followers, 32.9K engagements
"Imagine hearing a massive BANG from the engine at 30k feet. That's what happened on this Arik Air flight today fromLagos to PHC. Diverted to Benin everyone (80 pax + crew) walked away fine. Pic of the wrecked engine is crazy. (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt) https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021570091528126525 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021570091528126525"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021570091528126525) 2026-02-11T13:00Z [----] followers, 28.7K engagements
"Watching China's Long March-10 booster hover and splash down softly. sound familiar They aced the combined test yesterday: Mengzhou aborted perfectly at max-Q parachuted down booster controlled its descent with engines over the ocean. Clear progress for the [----] lunar goal. solid milestone and competition is always good but Spacex was doing reusable landings a decade ago. Is China finally closing the gap on reusability Or still years behind practical reuse https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021721210565103693 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021721210565103693"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021721210565103693) 2026-02-11T23:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"19yo temp on Rafale assembly line busted for spy glasses. camera built-in filming potential secrets. DGSI probing espionage angle at Dassault Cergy. He's French-born but suspicion is foreign state involvement. Sounds serious but could be overblown paranoia. Or legit threat"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021840936863776772) 2026-02-12T06:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Trent 1000: Bleedless pioneer 10:1 bypass three-spool for silky response 15% fuel save. But early issues (durability) had drama. now fixed with TEN/XE. Still the most elegant [---] option. Trent redemption arc complete"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021849233801023962) 2026-02-12T07:29Z [----] followers, 13.7K engagements
"@Mkellytx2 Agree. One month of widebodies can swing the narrative hard. Quarterly or even semi-annual is where the real story shows up"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021884113582797209) 2026-02-12T09:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@satvikrsharma The A350-1000 can definitely go head-to-head with the B777X"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021884557356937262) 2026-02-12T09:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@RC135V Could easily be Meta glasses. Not everythings espionage๐ค"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021885751546548283) 2026-02-12T09:55Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Boeing's putting in a fourth [---] MAX line in Everett this summer. they're ramping up from 38-42 a month aiming for [--]. They announced it at the Advance [----] conference. This production surge means Boeing's making a comeback. even though the Airbus A320neo is still crushing it. Boeing's closing the gap. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021903015704457432 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021903015704457432"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021903015704457432) 2026-02-12T11:03Z [----] followers, 26.9K engagements
"Off to the desert for a permanent vacation. Living the dream(liner) retirement The last 787-8 test airplane completes its mission. See the final flight of ZA004 - flown by the same crew that began its flight-test journey for the #Dreamliner program. โ16 years in-service โ 670+ test flights โ 2250+ flight hours More: https://t.co/CDjVQyk5Si https://t.co/gvQshpmdxE The last 787-8 test airplane completes its mission. See the final flight of ZA004 - flown by the same crew that began its flight-test journey for the #Dreamliner program. โ16 years in-service โ 670+ test flights โ 2250+ flight hours"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021907538527347109) 2026-02-12T11:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Most travelers dont even know what type of aircraft theyll be flying on; their main concern is simply finding the cheapest ticket. @Fahadnaimb I will not fly on Boeing since they maximized sales over engineering and ruined their companys reputation. @Fahadnaimb I will not fly on Boeing since they maximized sales over engineering and ruined their companys reputation"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021912587571802288) 2026-02-12T11:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Check this late-50s Boeing [---] promo. the speech at the rollout hyping the jetliner like crazy. It delivered on every promise. but started the endless race for bigger/faster. While Douglas was pushing DC-8s Boeing nailed it first commercially. Iconic win. Boeing vs Douglas back then. who had the edge ๐ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021970236233458093 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021970236233458093"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021970236233458093) 2026-02-12T15:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Boeing risked $16M on the jet age halved flight times across the Atlantic and left Douglas eating dust. And today UAE's own Strata is manufacturing key parts for Boeing and Airbus jets while literally sending Hope to Mars in 2020-21. From desert to dominating aerospace supply chains https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021975363698688465 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021975363698688465"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021975363698688465) 2026-02-12T15:51Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Honest question: could this happen in [----] [----] Turkish Airlines flight gets hijacked by four armed guys. Classic terror scenario. except the captain starts laughing because the cold pistol on his neck tickled him. Hijackers laugh too vibe completely shifts. Photographer Cokun Aral captures the now-iconic smiling cockpit shots.Plane diverts to Diyarbakr long standoff but ends with all passengers safe. Back then humor humanized everyone. Today post-9/11 zero tolerance instant force .would anyone even get the chance to laugh Or would it escalate instantlyI think the world got less forgiving"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021979106863419818) 2026-02-12T16:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@brjc301 I've always picked the A320 and never the B737 even before the crash"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022031559134785763) 2026-02-12T19:34Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Why do people call them influencers anyway What are they actually influencing The media should probably just call them what they really are. Influencer gets banned from flying after shocking behaviour https://t.co/TomMzvgnBA Influencer gets banned from flying after shocking behaviour https://t.co/TomMzvgnBA"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022034375085621555) 2026-02-12T19:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Cute but couldn't they just give bonuses instead It's creative af but are symbolic gestures enough these days Would this make you feel valued or want actual cash Be honest Trk Hava Yollar [---]. uana [---] bin alannn fotorafn iledi. https://t.co/l6t0Dgo1Y6 Trk Hava Yollar [---]. uana [---] bin alannn fotorafn iledi. https://t.co/l6t0Dgo1Y6"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022088179302773172) 2026-02-12T23:19Z [----] followers, 19.2K engagements
"Ew a roach got a free upgrade to the Boeing escape slide bottle ๐ชณ . That needs to be disinfected. Have you ever seen anything this gross on a plane Imo: Super gross. Unacceptable "
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022251696051933609) 2026-02-13T10:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@luxraywork Snacks for the pilot usually end up behind the rudder pedals"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022271244046135423) 2026-02-13T11:26Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"AirAsia X just went huge on Bahrain. planning to base [---] planes there over [--] years hit [--] million passengers a year connect [---] destinations and build a 14-bay MRO hub KUL-Bahrain-London Gatwick launches June [----] with crazy low promo fares. Gulf's new low-cost gateway Smart play. challenges big legacy carriers. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022282601910919372 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022282601910919372"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022282601910919372) 2026-02-13T12:11Z [----] followers, 16.2K engagements
"@tiredcapt Fair point about feeders but AirAsias done crazy expansions before and pulled them off. Ive got a good feeling Bahrain could be different this time"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022294681154093289) 2026-02-13T12:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Remember when you could just walk into the avionics bay on an A320/A330 see 'SATCOM' or 'MMR' written right on the breaker and pull it A350 said NOPE ๐
Now it's all FIN numbers + location codes. One wrong pull and you might kill something critical. The bay is a total jungle. Imo: Old way was way faster and less stressful. New way is safer but a headache for engineers. You miss the old labeled breakers too ๐โ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022367947008938309 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022367947008938309"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022367947008938309) 2026-02-13T17:51Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements
"NASA's CATNLF laminar flow test on F-15B just nailed its first flight. Jan [--] [--] mins vertical 40-inch model under the belly. Goal: tame crossflow instability on swept wings for more laminar flow less drag. IR camera spotting the magic. Potential 10% fuel cut for big jets Pretty cool engineering. I think it's underrated progress. Better than most 'green' aviation claims lately. This tech sustainable aviation fuel hype. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022611441476603947 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022611441476603947"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022611441476603947) 2026-02-14T09:58Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@aerobase_app Totally valid concern on evac. wide cabin layouts are always tricky . but I feel like theyve thought this through. BWB has been in the works for decades. NASA Boeing now Natilus. Feels like were finally getting close"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022930120676381061) 2026-02-15T07:04Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@MRune Bro youre out here crushing dreams before breakfast . Its early days sure but theyve got Kratos on board and real customers lined up"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022975158126825727) 2026-02-15T10:03Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@BernardJansen That's an OMT. Onboard maintenance terminal"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023073520616624293) 2026-02-15T16:34Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"February [--] [----]. An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt) had an in-flight engine anomaly: crew heard a loud bang from the left engine during descent/cruise phase shut it down as precaution diverted safely to Benin Airport. All [--] passengers + crew evacuated unhurt no injuries Imagine hearing a massive BANG from the engine at 30k feet. That's what happened on this Arik Air flight today fromLagos to PHC. Diverted to Benin everyone (80 pax + crew) walked away fine. Pic of the wrecked engine is crazy. (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021581225576783902) 2026-02-11T13:44Z [----] followers, 77K engagements
"Quiet moment in aviation history. US Marine Corps ends AV-8B Harrier ops June [----]. Final flight June [--] (VMA-223 Cherry Point) ceremony June [--]. Last deployment on USS Iwo Jima right now. From AV-8A import in '71 to Desert Storm hero to F-35B replacement. Imo: Harrier changed how Marines fight from ships. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022305707283058711 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022305707283058711"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022305707283058711) 2026-02-13T13:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Another landing gear collapse. this time SunExpress Boeing [---] at Antalya during taxi (XQ7646 to Gaziantep). Pax evacuated safely no injuries. Airline quick with replacement flight. These incidents keep happening"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022332282867183651) 2026-02-13T15:29Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@tembo_shephard Fair points switching from Boeing/Airbus is tough. But the lower operating costs could make it worth it long-term. They're targeting a full-scale Kona flight pretty soon. fingers crossed it delivers"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022612005270753630) 2026-02-14T10:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@j32pmxr Ive met so many A320 pilots who dream of upgrading to the A350 and eventually captaining it. it really is the Ferrari of airliners for pilots"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022706457846911467) 2026-02-14T16:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@MIAviationKing If airlines actually did opt-in recording for disputes it could make things way fairer for everyone. Doesn't United have cameras installed all over aircraft"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022736768060285178) 2026-02-14T18:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Good catch Just last week Saudia started talking to Boeing and Airbus about their biggest order ever. at least [---] new narrowbody and widebody jets to grow their fleet"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022773194747502682) 2026-02-14T20:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"๐จUPS 2976: Left engine falls off during takeoff wing erupts in fire [--] dead incl. crew & ground victims. NTSB prelim: Fractured mounts on a 92992-hr MD-11"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/1991554546611667304) 2025-11-20T17:09Z [----] followers, 131.9K engagements
"Aeroflot A350s still rocking Vietnam runs packed with Russians enjoying the beaches. All that talk of sanctions crippling their fleet. yet here they are A350s flying high. Black market parts Smart workarounds Makes you wonder what's really effective"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020882222082097603) 2026-02-09T15:27Z [----] followers, 195.7K engagements
"Fact: A350-1000 gets the XWB-97 engines (97k lbf thrust) vs -900's 84k same wingspan but stretched fuselage for 350-410 pax vs 300-350. Range is neck and neck (8700-9000 nm). But which actually wins for airlines"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021560576355549304) 2026-02-11T12:22Z [----] followers, 43.8K engagements
"Tail damage from engine bits looks brutal. Super dangerous if it messed with control but props to the pilots for shutting it down quick and getting to Benin safely. All [--] walked off fine. February [--] [----]. An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt) had an in-flight engine anomaly: crew heard a loud bang from the left engine during descent/cruise phase shut it down as precaution diverted safely to Benin Airport. https://t.co/SdgcrsPXRA February [--] [----]. An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt)"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021586295512760427) 2026-02-11T14:05Z [----] followers, 59K engagements
"Passenger: Bolt loose on engine. plane gonna fall It's a removable hoist point screw for cowl work on ground. Not structural. Needs fix but not scary. Social media turns every photo/Video into disaster porn. At least you can see what vibration does to a bolt over time. that's why torque values are so important during install https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021880561233707402 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021880561233707402"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021880561233707402) 2026-02-12T09:34Z [----] followers, 26.6K engagements
"Whoa just saw this. storm at Buenos Aires Newbery spun a parked Aerolneas Argentinas 737-700 around like a toy Wing clipped the airstairs hard. serious damage. Happened Dec [--] during crazy winds. No one hurt but damn thats scary. Nature [--] aircraft [--]. Ever seen wind do this much damage to a parked plane https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022550016129458397 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022550016129458397"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022550016129458397) 2026-02-14T05:54Z [----] followers, 10.9K engagements
"Respect to this ramp agent: dragging a [--] kg air-con hose by hand so your plane is pre-cooled before you board. Does it daily. Makes $1000/month or less. Imo: Invisible heroes of every flight. How much do you think this job should pay in 2026"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022589710586245334) 2026-02-14T08:32Z [----] followers, 18.1K engagements
"The A350's flap/slat sounds are louder and more dramatic than most planes but that's what makes them epic. That hydraulic roar and mechanical churn Absolute music to my ears. does the A380 win or is A350 king of wing noises"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022606331690258515) 2026-02-14T09:38Z [----] followers, 22.3K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 That [----] psi hydraulic whine on the A350 is pure precision sync while A380's sheer scale gives that deep resonant authority"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022613002407875069) 2026-02-14T10:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Asia is absolutely crushing it OAG's [----] data just dropped the world's busiest domestic routes by seats: Jeju-Seoul tops at 14.4M (+1%) Sapporo-Tokyo 12.1M Fukuoka-Tokyo 11.5M Hanoi-HCMC 11.1M (+4% ๐ฅ) Jeddah-Riyadh 9.8M (+13%) Melb-Syd 9M Tokyo-Okinawa 8.1M Mumbai-Delhi 7.6M Beijing-Shanghai 7.5M Shanghai-Shenzhen 7.1M (+5%). To me Vietnam's jump is huge. shows how fast travel's booming here. But why is Asia-Pacific owning 9/10 spots Will we ever see a non-Asian route crack the top https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022623317023162607 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022623317023162607"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022623317023162607) 2026-02-14T10:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The A350 cockpit is the ultimate dream office. glass cockpit heaven + sheepskin seats for perfect temp regulation. This video screams 'goals.' But is sheepskin overrated nostalgia or still the best for pilot comfort in extreme conditions What's actually better in modern jets https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022663245161767122 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022663245161767122"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022663245161767122) 2026-02-14T13:24Z [----] followers, 87.8K engagements
"@8MTwagq5CLCDO5I It could fail like the A380 did"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022930376445018537) 2026-02-15T07:06Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Just happened at HKG. vid shows a British guy losing it at 6am. rams luggage cart into railings topples like [--] smart check-in kiosks then smashes them with a metal post Arrested for criminal damage + possessing Viagra (yep that's a controlled poison in HKG). No motive known yet. Airport rage is real but this is next level crazy"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023276290372186414) 2026-02-16T06:00Z [----] followers, 94.3K engagements
"@Avgeek_Jan A win for Boeing"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023341547404849338) 2026-02-16T10:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@libanmods Thanks for the context man. I saw the video and had no idea about the drones. Appreciate you connecting the dots๐"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023459580504928265) 2026-02-16T18:08Z [----] followers, 20.5K engagements
"Hot take: IndiGo's 600+ cancellations aren't just 'bad luck'. they're the price of prioritizing profits over people. New rest rules save lives from fatigue crashes yet the 60% market giant cries wolf on shortages. Pilots: 'Artificial chaos to pressure DGCA.' Travelers: Screwed either way. Solution: More airlines fewer excuses Or roll back safety for 'growth'"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/1996544601461772769) 2025-12-04T11:38Z [----] followers, 397.3K engagements
"Boeing [---] doors: so ridiculously heavy and clunky that cabin crew basically need CrossFit membership to open/close em properly. What were engineers smoking in the '60s. Airbus doors open like magic. Time to admit [---] design is stuck in the stone age"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2002524589856076253) 2025-12-20T23:40Z [----] followers, 3.7M engagements
"This is actually insane ๐คฏ Airlines are dismantling barely 6-year-old Airbus A321neos because their Pratt & Whitney GTF engines are worth MORE than the whole damn plane right now. A manufacturing flaw (contaminated metal powder in turbine disks) causes potential cracks so hundreds of engines need pulling for long inspections/repairs. often 300+ days. Result [---] GTF-powered planes (1/3 of the global fleet) grounded or stored. Massive parts shortage prices explode. A new A321neo was $100M+ now a used 6yo one sells for $42M whole. but its two PW1100G engines alone Easily $40M+ combined (or lease"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020401099413299354) 2026-02-08T07:35Z [----] followers, 662.8K engagements
"This clip of XV232's final public engine run at Coventry is unreal. Rolls-Royce Speys roaring one last time before the airport shuts down in [----]. Nimrod Preservation Group made it happen for years as a fundraiser but now they're urgently hunting a new home (Manston museum in talks possible ferry flight or road transport). These aren't just old planes. they're pieces of RAF maritime history kept alive by pure passion. Scrapping would be a massive loss but the logistics/funding are brutal. What's your take. save XV232 at all costs https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021248121272201621"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021248121272201621) 2026-02-10T15:41Z [----] followers, 75.8K engagements
"Big news for Air Canada fans Just ordered [--] firm Airbus A350-1000s + [--] options (up to 16) deliveries from [----]. Fuel savings more capacity for long-haul growth. Airbus edging out on long-haul tech. 777X still the king or A350-1000 steals it"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021869028973981878) 2026-02-12T08:48Z [----] followers, 21.9K engagements
"GE90 power-up is insane. sucks in [----] kg of air per second at sea level static/full start pushing massive airflow even at idle. Sips [----] kg fuel/min total on a [---] at ground idle. This beast is why [---] feels unstoppable. Perfect balance. raw power with efficiency"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022294291205530052) 2026-02-13T12:58Z [----] followers, 39.4K engagements
"Jet2 flight diverted to Brussels after violent onboard fight. racist remarks aggression over cigarettes blood & teeth on floor. Two men arrested & banned for life. Is alcohol + racism the toxic combo airlines need to tackle harder before boarding Imo: Yes. pre-flight checks arent strict enough"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022411817528758422) 2026-02-13T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Natilus just dropped the Horizon Evo. a full two-deck flying-wing airliner Upper deck passengers (up to [---] seats) lower deck pure cargo (12 LD3-45 containers) M0.78 cruise [----] km range PW1500G or LEAP engines massive carbon composites. Theyre promising 30% less fuel & 50% lower costs. Imo: This thing looks like the future. 3-3-3-3 seating though you brave enough for that widebody squeeze https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022568555619979553 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022568555619979553"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022568555619979553) 2026-02-14T07:08Z [----] followers, 61.1K engagements
"๐จ F-35 Update. What's really going on with those new Lot [--] jets Reports from Defense Daily Avionics International and others (Feb 2026) claim US F-35As (starting June 2025) have been delivered without the new AN/APG-85 radar. the big GaN-based upgrade meant to give longer range better jamming/EW and keep the jet ahead in peer fights. Instead Nose ballast (weights) to keep the center of gravity right since the APG-85 isn't ready due to integration delays power/cooling redesigns and mounting differences from the current APG-81. Block [--] (the massive upgrade package) is years behind. originally"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022959796077686822) 2026-02-15T09:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Outside the A350-900 and A330-900 look like cousins. those Sharklets are super similar (A350's taller/more vertical A330neo's more blended/curved) same sleek vibe hard to tell apart at the gate sometimes. But step into the cockpit Night and day. A350's massive screens and full modern glass setup vs A330neo's familiar layout with A330-300 . And man that Trent [----] on the [----] Smooth efficient powerhouse. 14% better burn quieter reliable AF. Lucky to work both types and airlines hands-on both worlds A330-900 punches way above for value/ease but A350 feels like the future. Which aircraft do you"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023032311315578914) 2026-02-15T13:51Z [----] followers, 97.4K engagements
"@CaptBob_Nomadic Thank you so much for the clear explanation Ive heard Heavy a few times over the years but hearing it again today on my Emirates flight finally pushed me to ask. Really appreciate you and all the avgeeks chiming in"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023080256538825004) 2026-02-15T17:01Z [----] followers, 74.7K engagements
"@cpt340 Thanks for clarifying that. super interesting This side of aviation is new to me. We learned RVSM but the whole wake turbulence/'Heavy'/separation thing wasn't covered at all in engineering. Got me wanting to read more now"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023084324514681026) 2026-02-15T17:17Z [----] followers, 53.3K engagements
"Big step forward for China's C929 widebody COMAC just inked a deal with Aviage Systems (GE-AVIC JV) for avionics. building on their C919 success. Post-Russia exit this shows real momentum. Still Western parts are the weak spot. only [--] C919s delivered in [----]. Progress but hurdles ahead. Impressive on paper but supply chain drama could drag this out. B777X took a decade so the C929 might just be a retirement gift for us"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023125057103626689) 2026-02-15T19:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"United's massive A350 order might be DEAD Back in [----] United ordered [--] Airbus A350-900s . It got restructured a few times and by [----] they settled on [--] total. But. no planes delivered in 16+ years. endless deferrals pushed them way out. Now United's latest SEC 10-K filing (Feb 2026) shows the order still exists contractually ('after 2027') but the 'expected deliveries' column is completely blank/zero for every year. That means United no longer plans to actually take them. The big trigger A legal fight with Rolls-Royce. The A350 ONLY uses Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines. no choice. United"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023335743327019126) 2026-02-16T09:56Z [----] followers, 25.5K engagements
"@Madjid_mi GE was in the running early on with a GEnx variant but they backed out because it didn't make business sense for them and would've competed with their own stuff on Boeing planes. Ended up leaving RR as the only option"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023347792895488161) 2026-02-16T10:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"LATAM 777-300ER rejects takeoff at [---] knots. past rotation speed. on runway 09L at So Paulo Guarulhos. Nose gear lifted then max braking Glowing red brakes burst tires safe stop but taxiway blocked [--] hours pax offloaded there. Standard rule: After V1 continue takeoff. aborting risks overrun. This crew went against textbook. worked but why Imo: Emergencies happen but high-speed RTOs are edge of envelope stuff. Training says 'fly the plane' yet they stopped it. Was this justified (imminent catastrophe) or should they have continued https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023447534950375519"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023447534950375519) 2026-02-16T17:21Z [----] followers, 627.6K engagements
"Saigon just went FULL SEND at midnight Every house blasting fireworks skies exploding. this aerial view from above is insane. Tet Binh Ngo kicking off like a boss. Happy Lunar New Year to all my Asian fam worldwide Love the joy it brings"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023657999068524823) 2026-02-17T07:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Alright engine geeks game on: Dusty old scrapped engines. spotted these in a workshop. tell me what Rolls-Royce engines these are. Hint: That blue fan case isn't hiding. UltraFan vibes all the way (world's biggest engine family). Or am I wrong"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022969639492612118) 2026-02-15T09:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Spirit Airlines just can't catch a break. second bankruptcy in [--] years now auctioning [--] A320s for $533M+ to survive. Timeline: Nov [----] first Chapter [--] out March [----] back in August [----] after massive losses and failed turnaround. CSDS Asset Management: starting bid $533.5M (competing offers from $554M up) auction April [----]. Planes are mostly parked no schedule chaos. Cash to pay off debt and buy time. Imo: Twice bankrupt in [--] months screams the ultra low cost model is broken. too aggressive fares no frills but legacy carriers now match prices with better service. Is Spirit doomed or can"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023437376039850240) 2026-02-16T16:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Aerial view of Kuching's Chinese New Year [----] fireworks. Year of the Fire Horse lighting up the sky like crazy"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023495349047107788) 2026-02-16T20:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare footage captures a Japan Air Self-Defense Force U-125A dropping its belly pod mid-flight. Tail [---] extends the teardrop sensor likely a FLIR turret. These aircraft have long supported search-and-rescue and flight-check missions"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023694194532118901) 2026-02-17T09:41Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements
"Back in my Qatar Airways days we had an A330 cargo completely packed with rhinos. Like full of these massive beasts in custom crates. On arrival the captain comes out laughing and says during the flight a couple of them woke up started shifting around and the whole plane actually rocked.the crew had to constantly trim . Insane how a few tons of rhino can move an aircraft mid-air Ever seen horses boarding a plane Well you have now ๐ด https://t.co/1FpHaLfmiw Ever seen horses boarding a plane Well you have now ๐ด https://t.co/1FpHaLfmiw"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020519458658504872) 2026-02-08T15:25Z [----] followers, 1.3M engagements
"Boeing smoking Airbus rn ๐ค January scoreboard: Boeing [--] deliveries vs Airbus [--] [---] orders (net 103) vs [--]. Widebody story Airbus gets zero while Boeing racks up [---] love. Delta goes allin on [--] 78710s EVA adds more. [---] orders have exploded past [---] since [--]. My view: demand is shifting hard toward efficient widebodies where Boeing looks unbeatable. But Airbus still dominates narrowbodies. so is this a fair fight Whos your pick for the [----] champ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021678434796417200 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021678434796417200"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2021678434796417200) 2026-02-11T20:11Z [----] followers, 26K engagements
"Airbus ISIS = no-go item. Tiny screen up front but the unit stretches [--] cm deep. If it fails no dispatch. battery runs it for hours even in total power loss.attitude speed alt ILS still there. Smart design. Lifesaver in blackouts.i say it's brilliant redundancy"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022026704672424244) 2026-02-12T19:15Z [----] followers, 206.5K engagements
"Uber and truck drivers are no longer eligible to apply. BREAKING: FAA has directed all U.S. airlines to prove pilot hiring is based on skill and merit or face federal investigation. BREAKING: FAA has directed all U.S. airlines to prove pilot hiring is based on skill and merit or face federal investigation"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022734919756370120) 2026-02-14T18:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Why do pilots always say HEAVY after their callsign While in the cockpit I have noticed that pilots use the term 'Heavy' when communicating with ATC during clearance requests. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023063644045808029 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023063644045808029"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023063644045808029) 2026-02-15T15:55Z [----] followers, 750.5K engagements
"Ever wonder what happens when an emergency exit sign just. falls down mid-flight ๐
(Emergency Exit) sign hanging by its wires on a flight. probably came loose from the ceiling mount. In the air cabin crew can't do much engineering magic. Crew carefully place it back in position (so it's still visible/points right) tape or tie it securely with whatever's handy and log it for maintenance. It's illuminated and important for evac guidance in smoke/dark but a loose sign isn't grounding-level critical like a door or slide. On ground/outstation engineers try to fix the mount or swap parts if"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023383626034139466) 2026-02-16T13:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Interesting pattern: Japanese carriers (JAL/ANA) lead with 33-34 inch economy legroom making flights actually enjoyable. Low-cost like Air Canada/AirAsia/VietJet 28-29 inches brutal. But Japanese budget ones are noticeably better. Why the regional difference Japan prioritizes space even on cheap flights. Im convinced its cultural [--] vs [--] En cul sobrevives un vuelo de [--] horas โ https://t.co/quq7xp1T6Q [--] vs [--] En cul sobrevives un vuelo de [--] horas โ https://t.co/quq7xp1T6Q"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023422791048179866) 2026-02-16T15:42Z [----] followers, 20.9K engagements
"8.8 billion approved by Italy for GCAP fighter. total early costs now 18.6B triple original estimates & more than F-35 fleet spend. 6th-gen beast with UK/Japan drones + stealth by [----]. Insane investment or maybe smart for future security Taxpayers footing it"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023703796736749627) 2026-02-17T10:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Saudia in preliminary talks for 150+ aircraft from Boeing AND Airbus. narrowbody + widebody to expand/renew fleet (155-166 current). Bloomberg reports it's part of Saudi's tourism hub strategy. Bold growth but with Riyadh Air premium focus does Saudia risk overcapacity"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2020466601699553427) 2026-02-08T11:55Z [----] followers, 12.4K engagements
"Indonesia Air Force practicing highway takeoffs/landings with F-16s & Super Tucanos on Sumatra roads. first time. Straight out of Sweden/Finland/Thailand playbook.Super impressive training"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022454177411244175) 2026-02-13T23:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare bird alert A Tu-204 freighter (Soviet-era legend from Ulan-Ude roots) just touched down at Yeshan/Yiwu in China. yellow cargo beast shaking off the old glory days. Not many left flying but this one's still grinding routes. To me it's stubborn aviation history in motion. would you rather fly a Tu-204 or a shiny [---] freighter Share your rarest spotting lately"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022771923651039399) 2026-02-14T20:36Z [----] followers, 25K engagements
"This streaming fluid on this Boeing wing at FL350/-40C is pure aerodynamic condensation. not fuel not contrail. Low-pressure over the wing cools air so fast it turns tiny moisture into visible mist/vapor. Super cool physics To me it's stunning engineering visible in flight. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022923865207226475 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022923865207226475"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2022923865207226475) 2026-02-15T06:40Z [----] followers, 36.2K engagements
"End of an era in Hungary : After nearly [--] years (since 1978) the legendary Mi-24 'Crocodiles' are officially retired from the Air Force in early Feb [----]. Survived Warsaw Pact NATO switch even got a Russian lifeline overhaul in 2017-18. Phoenix Battalion at Szolnok says goodbye. Time for Airbus H225Ms to step up. Solid run for a legend. End of Cold War relics in Europe. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023143442877239484 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023143442877239484"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023143442877239484) 2026-02-15T21:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare RTO at Guarulhos: [--] hours later. Now we wait: CENIPA investigation. full report probably 30+ days for prelims months for final. Safe outcome shows great handling and Boeing's tire/brake design. LATAM 777-300ER rejects takeoff at [---] knots. past rotation speed. on runway 09L at So Paulo Guarulhos. Nose gear lifted then max braking Glowing red brakes burst tires safe stop but taxiway blocked [--] hours pax offloaded there. Standard rule: After V1 continue https://t.co/d6cpr28cA6 LATAM 777-300ER rejects takeoff at [---] knots. past rotation speed. on runway 09L at So Paulo Guarulhos. Nose gear"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023480652310737328) 2026-02-16T19:32Z [----] followers, 86.8K engagements
"Airplane window view of China exploding in fireworks at midnight Lunar New Year [----] City looks like a sea of fire below the wing. Happy New Year to all Asians everywhere"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023686043560800781) 2026-02-17T09:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Cirrus Vision Jet G3 drops 3rd-gen single-engine jet now seats [--] (6+1) upgraded avionics brighter lights. but is the 'world's best-selling business jet' crown deserved Unveiled Feb [--] [----] deliveries started. 700+ in service outsells everything since [----]. Cabin boost: new third-row bench for families/flex ergonomic seats Alcantara. Cockpit: ATC Datalink auto checklists 3D SafeTaxi. Safety unchanged.CAPS + autoland. Single-engine + parachute makes it accessible but some say twins safer for real IFR. G3's [--] seats change the game for owner-flown jets. Would you go single engine jet for personal"
[X Link](https://x.com/Fahadnaimb/status/2023732045080658366) 2026-02-17T12:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
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@Fahadnaimb Fahad NaimFahad Naim posts on X about flight, $ba, in the, up to the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
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"Some more Pictures for Reference B787 RR TRENT [----] ENGINE. ๐ธ by @Fahadnaimb โEngine electronic controller (EEC) - controls and monitors critical engine operation .The EEC: Uses full authority digital engine Control (FADEC). - Provides startingoperatingshutdownprotection and health monitoring functions https://t.co/LildShARu1 B787 RR TRENT [----] ENGINE. ๐ธ by @Fahadnaimb โEngine electronic controller (EEC) - controls and monitors critical engine operation .The EEC: Uses full authority digital engine Control (FADEC). - Provides startingoperatingshutdownprotection and health monitoring"
X Link 2025-06-10T07:46Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The fire on engine #1 was catastrophic. an uncontained failure that sent debris flying uncontrollably. but the real killer was the immediate compressor stall on #2 visible right here in the footage as that telltale puff of flame. This almost certainly resulted from Foreign Object Debris (FOD) ingestion where fragments from #1's explosion were sucked into #2's intake disrupting airflow and surging the compressor blades. Watch the sudden yaw to the left post-stall: that's the asymmetric thrust kicking in with only engine #3 (tail-mounted) left producing power. For a fully loaded MD-11 like UPS"
X Link 2025-11-05T02:54Z [----] followers, 991.1K engagements
"Seeing Boeing [---] fuselages on trains in Seattle never gets old. Heading to Renton after that epic rail trip from Wichita. City's stacked: aviation powerhouse coffee kings tech titans big retail Navy carrier yard. Anyone spot these trains often"
X Link 2025-12-25T16:44Z [----] followers, 1.1M engagements
"I keep thinking about why Russian Flankers like Su-27/30 rely on the PTK-10SK drag chute (23kg rear fuselage install works up to 300km/h) while most Western fighters ditched them years ago ๐ค"
X Link 2025-12-31T12:01Z [----] followers, 219K engagements
"Congress just slapped down the Pentagon and saved Boeing's E-7 Wedgetail program โ DoD was ready to kill it. costs shot from $588M to $724M per jet huge delays plus theyre betting big on space-based recon instead. But lawmakers stepped in with NDAA cash saying no way we risk an AWACS gap when threats are everywhere. This 737-based beast is meant to replace the ancient E-3 Sentry prototypes still rolling. Earlier US waffling even tanked similar NATO plans. Personally I think Congress got this one right. readiness today beats gambling on future tech. You buying the space pivot or sticking with"
X Link 2026-01-05T10:42Z [----] followers, 10.2K engagements
"Aviation history just got auctioned off. on Jan [--] [----] the old Far Eastern Air Transport MD-83 (B-28007) went for $98000 to an aerospace firm in Taipei. This bird's been grounded since the airline folded in [----] after a few failed bids. Its last flight's landing. the left wing almost scraped the ground that was intense. Crazy how these icons end up. In my view it's a steal for tech repurposing but sad for nostalgia. Should old planes like this be museum pieces instead https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009222126214213736 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2009222126214213736"
X Link 2026-01-08T11:14Z [----] followers, 49.2K engagements
"All-business class on a narrowbody like Beond's A319 is cool. but let's be real it ain't true luxury. [--] lie-flats to Maldives sure but you're still on a single-aisle plane with narrowbody constraints. Not hating. the execution looks decent. I actually like the idea brings premium down to earth. But is it better than a proper widebody J seat on legacy carriers https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2010606393620038007 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2010606393620038007"
X Link 2026-01-12T06:54Z [----] followers, 376K engagements
"That's a hard landing and I've seen what real hard landings do: in a case I know same overload wrinkled the nose skin bad and sheared every bolt clean off the wheel. United's impact looks heavy enough for similar stress. Glad it held. Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty winds rough touchdown nose wheel detaches and rolls off. Plane came to a safe stop zero injuries. that's the main thing. But it raises questions about how often "weather" is the full story vs maintenance https://t.co/44XdpTgsX8 Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty"
X Link 2026-01-19T02:50Z [----] followers, 61.4K engagements
"Another view of United UA2323 nose gear post-landing. wheel gone after hard landing in corsswinds. Safe stop no injuries. Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty winds rough touchdown nose wheel detaches and rolls off. Plane came to a safe stop zero injuries. that's the main thing. But it raises questions about how often "weather" is the full story vs maintenance https://t.co/44XdpTgsX8 Wild footage today: United flight into Orlando MCO dealt with gusty winds rough touchdown nose wheel detaches and rolls off. Plane came to a safe stop zero injuries. that's the main"
X Link 2026-01-19T07:09Z [----] followers, 161.5K engagements
"Queen alert ๐ Cathay Pacific Cargo B-LJE rolling out in stunning 80th anniversary retro. green stripes popping on that 747-8F frame as it taxis. Cathay nailing the throwback for their milestone. Nothing beats a [---] in classic colors especially freighter hauling global goods. With production ended how much longer will we see 747s ruling skies. another [--] years in cargo https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2013964979586973980 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2013964979586973980"
X Link 2026-01-21T13:20Z [----] followers, 74.6K engagements
"SIA incident. Jan [--] A350-900 (9V-SHW) on SQ917 from Manila reportedly had a tail strike during go-around before safe landing. No injuries aircraft out for maintenance. Fixing this is going to cost a fortune and give the crew a real headache"
X Link 2026-01-26T09:33Z [----] followers, 49.7K engagements
"Delta orders [--] more Airbus widebodies right after finally getting Boeing 787s [--] A330-900neo + [--] A350-900 taking totals to [--] and [--]. More premium RR engines [----] delivery. Interesting timing. I gotta say feels like Airbus still has Delta's heart for long-haul. Is Boeing really back in the game with them or was the [---] order just symbolic https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016498885766840597 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2016498885766840597"
X Link 2026-01-28T13:09Z [----] followers, 98.1K engagements
"Airbus gearing up to pitch a stretched A220 (A220-500/A221) to airlines/lessors. [---] seats sales talks starting soon possible launch by end-2026 or Farnborough reveal. [----] = huge year for A220 program. This could be the perfect bridge between A220 and A320 neo. efficiency + more pax = win but also Risky if it cannibalizes A320 sales. You think it kills the [---] MAX [--] or just fills a niche https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017132080979927109 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017132080979927109"
X Link 2026-01-30T07:05Z [----] followers, 105.9K engagements
"Most airports dont allow cleaning the windshield like that and even airlines have rules against it since someone could end up slipping and getting hurt. Plus you cant do it on the Boeing [---] or A350 anyway. their windows dont open"
X Link 2026-01-31T05:06Z [----] followers, 4.6M engagements
"Battle of the long fuselages incoming Avolon forecasts [----] launches: Airbus A220-500/A350-2000 vs Boeing 777-10X. Every extra row = billions in profit. But is bigger always better I think yes for dense routes no for efficiency. Team Airbus or Boeing here Airbus gearing up to pitch a stretched A220 (A220-500/A221) to airlines/lessors. [---] seats sales talks starting soon possible launch by end-2026 or Farnborough reveal. [----] = huge year for A220 program. This could be the perfect bridge between A220 and A320 neo. https://t.co/WnjVDrCRWN Airbus gearing up to pitch a stretched A220"
X Link 2026-01-31T05:23Z [----] followers, 48.6K engagements
"Did you spot this Early A350s have one winglet style but from MSN [---] (2018-ish) onward Airbus switched to these taller squarer ones. Newer = better aero more range less fuel burn. Kinda wild how they quietly upgraded it Part of the Perf Improvement Package. Newer is superior aerodynamically no question. Be honest. do you even notice the difference or am I the only plane weirdo https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017669107261620691 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2017669107261620691"
X Link 2026-01-31T18:39Z [----] followers, 57.7K engagements
"Saturday at Valencia airport: intruder sneaks in scales to the roof of a Vueling A320 bound for Amsterdam. causes 2.5h delay. Talked down safely hospitalized for psych eval detained. Airport security tight enough"
X Link 2026-02-01T17:57Z [----] followers, 21.2K engagements
"Alaska passenger books paid first class Costa Rica Seattle (8 hrs) gets moved to economy because two deadheading pilots take the seats. Their contract forces first class for deadheads [--] hours stricter than most US airlines. Safety matters. pilots need rest. but the passenger ends up with crap food and no premium backup. It's a tough trade-off but airlines should have better plans for this. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018223513300357239 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018223513300357239"
X Link 2026-02-02T07:22Z [----] followers, 292.7K engagements
"Did you know that DHL A300 (D-AEAG) from that Heathrow tail strike last Oct has now been retiredEx-pilot Pete the Irish Pilot just dropped a vid saying it got 'binned' after the damage from that back-end bash. bounced hard scrape go-around like champs"
X Link 2026-02-02T13:54Z [----] followers, 143.1K engagements
"Airbus hit with another lawsuit: flight attendant claims toxic cabin air on A319 caused irreversible damage accuses them of knowing the bleed air system's flaws. Boeing [---] avoids this with bleedless design. fresh air only Bleed air from engines/APU can carry contaminants on most jets unlike the 787's clean setup. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018348786687553920 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2018348786687553920"
X Link 2026-02-02T15:40Z [----] followers, 178K engagements
"what is the deal with India's Boeing 787s and these fuel switches First that crash in Ahmedabad last year and now another plane is grounded today because the switch won't stay in the 'Run' position Is Boeing sending India the 'C-grade' fleet or something Why aren't we hearing about Delta or United having these issues ๐จ URGENT SAFETY ALERT ๐จ A @airindia Boeing [---] fuel switch failed during flight AI132 moving toward CUTOFF on engine startthe exact malfunction warned of by the @FAANews in [----] (SAIB NM-18-33). This comes AFTER the airline said its fleet-wide checks found "no issues.""
X Link 2026-02-02T16:30Z [----] followers, 26.3K engagements
"FAA's Bryan Bedford just backed the push for 'level playing field' in certifications at Singapore summit. basically saying foreign regulators should fast-track US planes like we do theirs. Ties right into Trump's Truth Social blast at Canada over Gulfstream G500/G600/G700/G800 delays (all FAA-certified years ago G800 in '25). He threatened 50% tariffs + decertify Bombardier Globals unless fixed. Bombardier fired back highlighting thousands of US jobs/suppliers. interconnected industry tariffs would hurt everyone north of the border. Fair reciprocity or protectionism gone wild โ"
X Link 2026-02-03T07:10Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"C929 development revving up. Avioption LOI for avionics 'brain' at Singapore Airshow [----]. Wind tunnel tests started recently suppliers like Guanglian on cargo door/fuselage AECC CJ-2000 targeted engine. Prelim design phase [---] seats baseline [-----] km range. Faster than expected C929 first flight sooner"
X Link 2026-02-03T15:20Z [----] followers, 24.3K engagements
"Cathay Pacific [---] literally vacuuming up a snowstorm while taxiing. Engines just inhaling all that white powder like it's nothing. cool af"
X Link 2026-02-04T06:24Z [----] followers, 301.1K engagements
"Me [---] was the superior WWII jet. [---] mph killer cannons first in actual fights vs Meteor's home defense role. Speed + firepower reliability issues. if not delayed could've been devastating"
X Link 2026-02-04T12:02Z [----] followers, 52.1K engagements
"Kai Tak's Checkerboard was the greatest approach ever. [--] bank low over city checkerboard cue. lost some soul when it closed in [----]. best old-school landing or too dangerous"
X Link 2026-02-04T12:46Z [----] followers, 87.7K engagements
"Queenstown's takeoff views top many other airport. lake mountains town all perfect. Approach gets hype but climbout is serene AF. underrated gem"
X Link 2026-02-04T16:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Ryanair Malta special: free turbulence roller coaster + bonus hard landing"
X Link 2026-02-04T23:31Z [----] followers, 37.9K engagements
"Finally some real movement on the 777X Boeing's gearing up for the first flight of a actual production 777-9 (for Lufthansa) in April [----]. Fuel tests happening now engines soon. after years of hell This could be the turnaround Boeing needs. But after all those delays you buying it this time Or still skeptical https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019288210858471482 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019288210858471482"
X Link 2026-02-05T05:53Z [----] followers, 43.8K engagements
"A parked FedEx Airbus A300F nose gear collapsed while undergoing maintenance. No injuries reported emergency crews on scene fast and FedEx confirmed it with their standard 'no harm quick response' line Let me guess : Landing gear safety pins not installed during maintenance"
X Link 2026-02-05T07:57Z [----] followers, 26.4K engagements
"Powerful footage: Inside the cargo bay of a WFP Il-76 during a South Sudan airdrop. food pallets lined up for parachute release to isolated communities facing famine risk from floods/conflict. WFP uses these beasts for 30-ton drops when nothing else reaches them. High-risk high-cost ops. need ground clearance coordination. Lifesaving but shows failures in access. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019398573432139812 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019398573432139812"
X Link 2026-02-05T13:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"American Airlines water gushing from the aft lav area flooding the aisle like a river Pipe burst clear water everywhere crew mopping with towels. Luckily deplaned on the ground. no mid-air nightmare. Aviation's full of surprises but this one's gross"
X Link 2026-02-05T16:54Z [----] followers, 58.1K engagements
"Only two XB-70 Valkyries ever built. insane Mach [--] delta-wing beast meant to replace the B-52. One crashed in '66 after a mid-air collision with an F-104 during a photo shoot (tragic loss of two pilots) the other survives at the National Museum of the USAF in Dayton Ohio. Super cool plane but SAMs and missiles advanced faster. it was kinda obsolete before it could really shine probably would've ended up as a pricey cruise missile hauler like the B-52 did cheaper. Engineering masterpiece but timing killed it. If the XB-70 had gone into production anyway would it have changed bomber history Or"
X Link 2026-02-06T05:55Z [----] followers, 144.1K engagements
"๐จSAS flight SK2590 almost took off from a TAXIWAY at Brussels last night instead of runway 07R A320neo hit [---] knots before the crew caught it and slammed the brakes. Stopped partly in the grass no one hurt but damn. close call. This is why double-checks matter. Have you ever had a 'where the hell are we' moment in the cockpit ๐ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019695063908118914 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019695063908118914"
X Link 2026-02-06T08:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"This [----] AA Astrojet ad Guy on a stool eyeballing the radar. 'The Eye Specialist' Cleaning cabin smoke stains 100% tests Tulsa magic. Peak vintage cool. This is why I love old aviation marketing. it showed the passion.Old ads had personality new ones are soulless"
X Link 2026-02-06T12:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Bali's Private Jet Villa: Retired Boeing [---] converted into a cliffside luxury pad above Nyang Nyang Beach. cockpit hot tub cantilevered pool panoramic views. Blends aviation nostalgia with insane luxury. Would you book it over a normal villa Pros/cons"
X Link 2026-02-06T13:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Who here can tell if this is a 747-400 or a B747-800"
X Link 2026-02-06T14:35Z [----] followers, 51.5K engagements
"At Singapore Airshow [----] Boeing announced its largest Landing Gear Exchange contract: SIA Group gets coverage for [--] [---] MAX and [---] aircraft. Program delivers pre-overhauled gear for quick install/remove cuts AOG time optimizes inventory. Plus 100th [---] LGE delivery to ANA (30+ aircraft swapped already) and [--] more kits signed with others. Highlights shift to predictable capital-efficient maintenance.Planes basically on a gear subscription now. owning your spares or letting Boeing handle the rotation https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019801399610216944"
X Link 2026-02-06T15:52Z [----] followers, 58.8K engagements
"Baggage handler at Pearson: 'I'll just grab this $1M coke backpack real quick' mechanic spots him full sprint hides in luggage cart like a bad spy movie CBSA flashlight reveal tackle. [--] years. If you're gonna smuggle maybe don't hide where suitcases go Dumbest criminal move https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019854672140620237 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2019854672140620237"
X Link 2026-02-06T19:24Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare look: F-35A's internal GAU-22/A 25mm cannon firing. hatch opens [----] rounds/min (55 rps) muzzle velocity up to [----] fps. Stealth design means limited [---] rounds but bigger punch than 20mm. Love the surprise factor but [---] rounds That's like [--] seconds of fun"
X Link 2026-02-07T08:39Z [----] followers, 38.3K engagements
"Four Seasons isn't just hotels. they charter a tricked-out A321neo (48 seats) for world tours visiting spots like Sydney multiple times a year with all-inclusive VIP treatment. Dreamy way to see the world without hassle. If budget allowed I'd be tempted"
X Link 2026-02-07T10:00Z [----] followers, 21.6K engagements
"Nerd Quiz: A350-900 A350-1000 or A330-900"
X Link 2026-02-07T11:40Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Cargo door fully open ๐คฏAerosucre Boeing 737-200F (HK-5026) at Mit 2021: Cargo door opens post-takeoff safe return with it visibly flapping. Pilots often get door indications (false ones cause unnecessary emergencies) but this was the real deal. never seen before in footage. Actual open door. Rare AF https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020125149446738124 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020125149446738124"
X Link 2026-02-07T13:19Z [----] followers, 59.1K engagements
"Saudi engineer Dr. Muneer Bakhsh .who helped design the Boeing [---] tail . built an ultralight called HZM787 fitted it with a 65hp Rotax and flew it into the World Defense Show in Riyadh. Its the first experimental aircraft registered in the Kingdom. https://x.com/AviationWG/status/2020168925795733833/video/1 https://x.com/AviationWG/status/2020168925795733833/video/1"
X Link 2026-02-07T17:28Z [----] followers, 110.5K engagements
"Wingsspan showdown : A380 leads at 79.8m A350/B777 close at 64-65m 787/A330 60m A320 35.8m A380's span is epic for lift/efficiency but airport limits killed it. now twins rule. Is bigger always better or has smaller span + composites won 1/2"
X Link 2026-02-08T06:51Z [----] followers, 11.4K engagements
"Interesting development dropping today: Video of an F-35A prototype fully marked for the Royal Saudi Air Force. Clean livery Saudi flag prominent. Context: US approved the sale in late [----] under the new defense pact. Saudi set for up to [--] F-35As (downgraded config vs Israel's to maintain QME). Meanwhile talks for JF-17s show diversification away from total US reliance. Big question: Does this tip the Middle East air balance Boosts deterrence vs Iran but could fuel arms race worries. Or strengthens stability through stronger US ally My view: Strategic win for Riyadh in a volatile"
X Link 2026-02-08T08:12Z [----] followers, 16.5K engagements
"@8MTwagq5CLCDO5I I get the concern but diversification is pretty common for air forces these days. Why not both if it strengthens deterrence"
X Link 2026-02-08T08:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Private jets flooding SFO and SJC tarmacs this Super Bowl LX weekend.300+ at SJC alone for the game at Levi's Stadium. My take: Shows how big events cater to the ultra-rich but strains airports"
X Link 2026-02-08T09:17Z [----] followers, 30.2K engagements
"Vision [----] defense localization in action. this F-35 cockpit mockup wearing Saudi colors at World Defense Show is symbolic AF. Cutting-edge interface pilot-focused design.Building on the [----] US pact that made F-35 acquisition possible"
X Link 2026-02-08T12:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Check this 20yo European Cargo A340-600F flying cargo from CKG Quad engines vs B747-8F's quad too but [---] crushes on payload (140t vs 76t) and volume. Cool seeing old A340s repurposed but purpose-built 747-8F dominates heavy cargo"
X Link 2026-02-08T14:32Z [----] followers, 48.5K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Lions heading INTO South Africa on my flight rhinos were heading OUT of South Africa to Vietnam "
X Link 2026-02-08T16:37Z [----] followers, 66.8K engagements
"India betting big on AI warfare: Army grabs Shield AI's V-BAT drones + Hivemind autonomy software (Jan [----] deal). Autonomous drones with BVLOS capabilities jam resistance and 12-hour endurance. ready for deployment in the Himalayas or remote islands Huge for surveillance/targeting without GPS. Plus SDK for Indian devs + Hyderabad factory ($90M JSW partnership) for local build/export. The United States Marine Corps and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force currently utilize this system and India has now joined this group. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020681188533543301"
X Link 2026-02-09T02:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Thai Airways retired A380 and older 777s parked on a taxiway next to the active runway at Suvarnabhumi. Airline retired all [--] A380s after pandemic (no revival due to costs) stored initially at U-Tapao but some now visible at BKK. Older 777s part of fleet slim-down too. Not scrapped yet. some for sale/parts. Classic case of 'right plane wrong time'. A380 dream died hard. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020706219682582866 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020706219682582866"
X Link 2026-02-09T03:48Z [----] followers, 19.5K engagements
"CH-47 Chinook getting a thorough high-pressure wash in hangar. hoses everywhere mist clouds crew suited up. Why Military helos like Chinooks need regular exterior cleaning to strip off contaminants prevent corrosion (salt/dirt killer for aluminum/rotors) part of phased maintenance per manuals. Underrated part of keeping legends airborne. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020780091488584170 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020780091488584170"
X Link 2026-02-09T08:41Z [----] followers, 19.5K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Agree. the A380 fits Thailand's market perfectly with all the bookings. And salvaging [---] parts is a no-brainer"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:22Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@_101ACE @IpManFreyy From South Africa all the way to Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island Safari"
X Link 2026-02-09T09:24Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@RC135V Russians have kept fleets flying through worse. Smart workarounds beat sanctions every time"
X Link 2026-02-09T17:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Fact: A400M's rear cargo door 7m x 4m closes to secure a 4m-wide hold for 37t strategic/tactical hauls. Brilliant compromise in airlift world. But bigger = heavier = more fuel Does it beat C-17 in efficiency You think it's the best military transporter door out there Compare to C-17 or C-130 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020979787804889497 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2020979787804889497"
X Link 2026-02-09T21:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tragic news from South Korea: An AH-1S Cobra crashed during training in Gapyeong today (Feb 9) killing both pilots. They were practicing emergency landings. whole fleet grounded now investigation on. These Cobras are 30+ years old"
X Link 2026-02-10T07:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Beautiful A350-1000 shot. carbon fiber beast with 53% composites making it super light & efficient. Compare to 777X's 30% (wings only basically). Airbus is delivering like crazy; Boeing still waiting on [----]. Composites win for the future but Boeing's folding wings could flip the script. Who's building the better long-haul king https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021133322328604955 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021133322328604955"
X Link 2026-02-10T08:05Z [----] followers, 23.7K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Maybe but lots of old airframes fly safely every day. Age is a factor but not always the deciding one"
X Link 2026-02-10T09:34Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Eye-opening: Cosmonauts cramming into Orlan-MKS. rear hatch super tight nose-itch legend till fixes. Elon/SpaceX targeting Mars with next-gen EVAs: better joints HUD visors scalable for millions in future cities. Orlan shows raw challenge; SpaceX brings hope for less misery. But confinement's baked in for off-world work. Which path gets us to sustainable Mars life faster. proven Russian grit or bold SpaceX redesign https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021212193724014617 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021212193724014617"
X Link 2026-02-10T13:18Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@kh3lij_Arabi Here's a pic of A350-900 EK364"
X Link 2026-02-10T14:14Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@afairsinternt Impressive on paper but how often do F-35s actually get to use the gun in real fights these days"
X Link 2026-02-10T16:12Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@rodolf_paul That delay mightve accidentally been the smartest move Boeing ever made"
X Link 2026-02-10T16:18Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"American Airlines AA1284 from Bridgetown to Miami today (Boeing [---] N931NN). took off rwy [--] maintained low flight level held north to clear runway then returned and landed with a tire blowing out on touchdown. Crew got everyone down safely no injuries reported. Shoutout to the pilots for smooth management; these events show how resilient aviation is but tire failures on landing are too common. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021264381049524664 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021264381049524664"
X Link 2026-02-10T16:45Z [----] followers, 34.9K engagements
"Armored vehicle right under an El Al wing at the airport turret up and everything. High security for a 'regular' flight Wild but makes sense given history. Is this level normal for El Al flights"
X Link 2026-02-10T17:42Z [----] followers, 16.1K engagements
"@HelloKevin Ive literally never seen this kind of security for any other airline. El Al is built different "
X Link 2026-02-10T17:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Here's a fresh look at the Boeing 777-9 cockpit. large landscape displays touchscreen controls head-up displays and overall layout that's strikingly similar to the [---] Dreamliner. Boeing designed it this way for maximum commonality: shared avionics reduced training time and easier transitions for pilots rated on 777/787. It's a smart evolution. efficiency and safety win when cockpits feel familiar but some might miss the unique 'classic 777' character. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021323070565384435 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021323070565384435"
X Link 2026-02-10T20:39Z [----] followers, 38.9K engagements
"This Super Guppy video got me thinking. NASA's hauling massive cargo the old school way.huge modified Stratocruiser with that insane 25ft-wide belly. Been doing it since the 60s still essential. But with Starship and giant reusable rockets is this the end for weird cargo planes I love the Guppy it's iconic but maybe progress means saying goodbye. What do you think.keep the quirky planes or go all-in on rockets Amazing https://t.co/IQAV2oFO9L Amazing https://t.co/IQAV2oFO9L"
X Link 2026-02-10T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Up close with Cathay's retro 'lettuce leaf sandwich' 747-8F for their 80th anniversary. that green stripe on the Queen looks epic Totally suits the [---] best"
X Link 2026-02-11T06:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Level [--] fire alert at HKIA Midfield Concourse Feb [--]. smoke from motor room near Gate [---] [--] evacuated safely. Fire out in under an hour It was not a drill as some individuals suggested in my previous post. ๐ค๐ค So many questions What are they aiming at Wheres the fire Is the docking system burning It looks like its working just fine. https://t.co/BikDVyW9g0 ๐ค๐ค So many questions What are they aiming at Wheres the fire Is the docking system burning It looks like its working just fine. https://t.co/BikDVyW9g0"
X Link 2026-02-11T07:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Reminder from this video: Ground crew loaders and maintenance teams working in absolute pouring rain to keep a flight moving. drenched slippery zero visibility but ops continue. These folks are the backbone of aviation . we fly on time because they tough it out in miserable conditions often for low pay and high risk"
X Link 2026-02-11T07:44Z [----] followers, 38.1K engagements
"@niallcarsonpa Yeah passengers definitely get the raw end of it with Ryanair. In the Gulf and some Asian countries where Ive worked they just delay boarding if its pouring like that"
X Link 2026-02-11T08:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"AG600 in high-speed taxi at Zhuhai yellow firefighting version thundering along like it's ready to take off any second. classic pre-flight test phase for these new production Kunlongs. Massive Chinese amphibious plane for fires/rescue world's biggest entering service now-ish in [----]. What's your take on China's aviation push https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021519590468329868 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021519590468329868"
X Link 2026-02-11T09:40Z [----] followers, 32.9K engagements
"Imagine hearing a massive BANG from the engine at 30k feet. That's what happened on this Arik Air flight today fromLagos to PHC. Diverted to Benin everyone (80 pax + crew) walked away fine. Pic of the wrecked engine is crazy. (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt) https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021570091528126525 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021570091528126525"
X Link 2026-02-11T13:00Z [----] followers, 28.7K engagements
"Watching China's Long March-10 booster hover and splash down softly. sound familiar They aced the combined test yesterday: Mengzhou aborted perfectly at max-Q parachuted down booster controlled its descent with engines over the ocean. Clear progress for the [----] lunar goal. solid milestone and competition is always good but Spacex was doing reusable landings a decade ago. Is China finally closing the gap on reusability Or still years behind practical reuse https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021721210565103693 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021721210565103693"
X Link 2026-02-11T23:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"19yo temp on Rafale assembly line busted for spy glasses. camera built-in filming potential secrets. DGSI probing espionage angle at Dassault Cergy. He's French-born but suspicion is foreign state involvement. Sounds serious but could be overblown paranoia. Or legit threat"
X Link 2026-02-12T06:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Trent 1000: Bleedless pioneer 10:1 bypass three-spool for silky response 15% fuel save. But early issues (durability) had drama. now fixed with TEN/XE. Still the most elegant [---] option. Trent redemption arc complete"
X Link 2026-02-12T07:29Z [----] followers, 13.7K engagements
"@Mkellytx2 Agree. One month of widebodies can swing the narrative hard. Quarterly or even semi-annual is where the real story shows up"
X Link 2026-02-12T09:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@satvikrsharma The A350-1000 can definitely go head-to-head with the B777X"
X Link 2026-02-12T09:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@RC135V Could easily be Meta glasses. Not everythings espionage๐ค"
X Link 2026-02-12T09:55Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Boeing's putting in a fourth [---] MAX line in Everett this summer. they're ramping up from 38-42 a month aiming for [--]. They announced it at the Advance [----] conference. This production surge means Boeing's making a comeback. even though the Airbus A320neo is still crushing it. Boeing's closing the gap. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021903015704457432 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021903015704457432"
X Link 2026-02-12T11:03Z [----] followers, 26.9K engagements
"Off to the desert for a permanent vacation. Living the dream(liner) retirement The last 787-8 test airplane completes its mission. See the final flight of ZA004 - flown by the same crew that began its flight-test journey for the #Dreamliner program. โ16 years in-service โ 670+ test flights โ 2250+ flight hours More: https://t.co/CDjVQyk5Si https://t.co/gvQshpmdxE The last 787-8 test airplane completes its mission. See the final flight of ZA004 - flown by the same crew that began its flight-test journey for the #Dreamliner program. โ16 years in-service โ 670+ test flights โ 2250+ flight hours"
X Link 2026-02-12T11:21Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Most travelers dont even know what type of aircraft theyll be flying on; their main concern is simply finding the cheapest ticket. @Fahadnaimb I will not fly on Boeing since they maximized sales over engineering and ruined their companys reputation. @Fahadnaimb I will not fly on Boeing since they maximized sales over engineering and ruined their companys reputation"
X Link 2026-02-12T11:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Check this late-50s Boeing [---] promo. the speech at the rollout hyping the jetliner like crazy. It delivered on every promise. but started the endless race for bigger/faster. While Douglas was pushing DC-8s Boeing nailed it first commercially. Iconic win. Boeing vs Douglas back then. who had the edge ๐ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021970236233458093 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021970236233458093"
X Link 2026-02-12T15:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Boeing risked $16M on the jet age halved flight times across the Atlantic and left Douglas eating dust. And today UAE's own Strata is manufacturing key parts for Boeing and Airbus jets while literally sending Hope to Mars in 2020-21. From desert to dominating aerospace supply chains https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021975363698688465 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021975363698688465"
X Link 2026-02-12T15:51Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Honest question: could this happen in [----] [----] Turkish Airlines flight gets hijacked by four armed guys. Classic terror scenario. except the captain starts laughing because the cold pistol on his neck tickled him. Hijackers laugh too vibe completely shifts. Photographer Cokun Aral captures the now-iconic smiling cockpit shots.Plane diverts to Diyarbakr long standoff but ends with all passengers safe. Back then humor humanized everyone. Today post-9/11 zero tolerance instant force .would anyone even get the chance to laugh Or would it escalate instantlyI think the world got less forgiving"
X Link 2026-02-12T16:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@brjc301 I've always picked the A320 and never the B737 even before the crash"
X Link 2026-02-12T19:34Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Why do people call them influencers anyway What are they actually influencing The media should probably just call them what they really are. Influencer gets banned from flying after shocking behaviour https://t.co/TomMzvgnBA Influencer gets banned from flying after shocking behaviour https://t.co/TomMzvgnBA"
X Link 2026-02-12T19:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Cute but couldn't they just give bonuses instead It's creative af but are symbolic gestures enough these days Would this make you feel valued or want actual cash Be honest Trk Hava Yollar [---]. uana [---] bin alannn fotorafn iledi. https://t.co/l6t0Dgo1Y6 Trk Hava Yollar [---]. uana [---] bin alannn fotorafn iledi. https://t.co/l6t0Dgo1Y6"
X Link 2026-02-12T23:19Z [----] followers, 19.2K engagements
"Ew a roach got a free upgrade to the Boeing escape slide bottle ๐ชณ . That needs to be disinfected. Have you ever seen anything this gross on a plane Imo: Super gross. Unacceptable "
X Link 2026-02-13T10:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@luxraywork Snacks for the pilot usually end up behind the rudder pedals"
X Link 2026-02-13T11:26Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"AirAsia X just went huge on Bahrain. planning to base [---] planes there over [--] years hit [--] million passengers a year connect [---] destinations and build a 14-bay MRO hub KUL-Bahrain-London Gatwick launches June [----] with crazy low promo fares. Gulf's new low-cost gateway Smart play. challenges big legacy carriers. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022282601910919372 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022282601910919372"
X Link 2026-02-13T12:11Z [----] followers, 16.2K engagements
"@tiredcapt Fair point about feeders but AirAsias done crazy expansions before and pulled them off. Ive got a good feeling Bahrain could be different this time"
X Link 2026-02-13T12:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Remember when you could just walk into the avionics bay on an A320/A330 see 'SATCOM' or 'MMR' written right on the breaker and pull it A350 said NOPE ๐
Now it's all FIN numbers + location codes. One wrong pull and you might kill something critical. The bay is a total jungle. Imo: Old way was way faster and less stressful. New way is safer but a headache for engineers. You miss the old labeled breakers too ๐โ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022367947008938309 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022367947008938309"
X Link 2026-02-13T17:51Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements
"NASA's CATNLF laminar flow test on F-15B just nailed its first flight. Jan [--] [--] mins vertical 40-inch model under the belly. Goal: tame crossflow instability on swept wings for more laminar flow less drag. IR camera spotting the magic. Potential 10% fuel cut for big jets Pretty cool engineering. I think it's underrated progress. Better than most 'green' aviation claims lately. This tech sustainable aviation fuel hype. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022611441476603947 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022611441476603947"
X Link 2026-02-14T09:58Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@aerobase_app Totally valid concern on evac. wide cabin layouts are always tricky . but I feel like theyve thought this through. BWB has been in the works for decades. NASA Boeing now Natilus. Feels like were finally getting close"
X Link 2026-02-15T07:04Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"@MRune Bro youre out here crushing dreams before breakfast . Its early days sure but theyve got Kratos on board and real customers lined up"
X Link 2026-02-15T10:03Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@BernardJansen That's an OMT. Onboard maintenance terminal"
X Link 2026-02-15T16:34Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"February [--] [----]. An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt) had an in-flight engine anomaly: crew heard a loud bang from the left engine during descent/cruise phase shut it down as precaution diverted safely to Benin Airport. All [--] passengers + crew evacuated unhurt no injuries Imagine hearing a massive BANG from the engine at 30k feet. That's what happened on this Arik Air flight today fromLagos to PHC. Diverted to Benin everyone (80 pax + crew) walked away fine. Pic of the wrecked engine is crazy. (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from"
X Link 2026-02-11T13:44Z [----] followers, 77K engagements
"Quiet moment in aviation history. US Marine Corps ends AV-8B Harrier ops June [----]. Final flight June [--] (VMA-223 Cherry Point) ceremony June [--]. Last deployment on USS Iwo Jima right now. From AV-8A import in '71 to Desert Storm hero to F-35B replacement. Imo: Harrier changed how Marines fight from ships. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022305707283058711 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022305707283058711"
X Link 2026-02-13T13:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Another landing gear collapse. this time SunExpress Boeing [---] at Antalya during taxi (XQ7646 to Gaziantep). Pax evacuated safely no injuries. Airline quick with replacement flight. These incidents keep happening"
X Link 2026-02-13T15:29Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@tembo_shephard Fair points switching from Boeing/Airbus is tough. But the lower operating costs could make it worth it long-term. They're targeting a full-scale Kona flight pretty soon. fingers crossed it delivers"
X Link 2026-02-14T10:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@j32pmxr Ive met so many A320 pilots who dream of upgrading to the A350 and eventually captaining it. it really is the Ferrari of airliners for pilots"
X Link 2026-02-14T16:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@MIAviationKing If airlines actually did opt-in recording for disputes it could make things way fairer for everyone. Doesn't United have cameras installed all over aircraft"
X Link 2026-02-14T18:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 Good catch Just last week Saudia started talking to Boeing and Airbus about their biggest order ever. at least [---] new narrowbody and widebody jets to grow their fleet"
X Link 2026-02-14T20:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"๐จUPS 2976: Left engine falls off during takeoff wing erupts in fire [--] dead incl. crew & ground victims. NTSB prelim: Fractured mounts on a 92992-hr MD-11"
X Link 2025-11-20T17:09Z [----] followers, 131.9K engagements
"Aeroflot A350s still rocking Vietnam runs packed with Russians enjoying the beaches. All that talk of sanctions crippling their fleet. yet here they are A350s flying high. Black market parts Smart workarounds Makes you wonder what's really effective"
X Link 2026-02-09T15:27Z [----] followers, 195.7K engagements
"Fact: A350-1000 gets the XWB-97 engines (97k lbf thrust) vs -900's 84k same wingspan but stretched fuselage for 350-410 pax vs 300-350. Range is neck and neck (8700-9000 nm). But which actually wins for airlines"
X Link 2026-02-11T12:22Z [----] followers, 43.8K engagements
"Tail damage from engine bits looks brutal. Super dangerous if it messed with control but props to the pilots for shutting it down quick and getting to Benin safely. All [--] walked off fine. February [--] [----]. An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt) had an in-flight engine anomaly: crew heard a loud bang from the left engine during descent/cruise phase shut it down as precaution diverted safely to Benin Airport. https://t.co/SdgcrsPXRA February [--] [----]. An Arik Air Boeing 737-700 (registration 5N-MJF flight W3 [---] from Lagos to Port Harcourt)"
X Link 2026-02-11T14:05Z [----] followers, 59K engagements
"Passenger: Bolt loose on engine. plane gonna fall It's a removable hoist point screw for cowl work on ground. Not structural. Needs fix but not scary. Social media turns every photo/Video into disaster porn. At least you can see what vibration does to a bolt over time. that's why torque values are so important during install https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021880561233707402 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021880561233707402"
X Link 2026-02-12T09:34Z [----] followers, 26.6K engagements
"Whoa just saw this. storm at Buenos Aires Newbery spun a parked Aerolneas Argentinas 737-700 around like a toy Wing clipped the airstairs hard. serious damage. Happened Dec [--] during crazy winds. No one hurt but damn thats scary. Nature [--] aircraft [--]. Ever seen wind do this much damage to a parked plane https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022550016129458397 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022550016129458397"
X Link 2026-02-14T05:54Z [----] followers, 10.9K engagements
"Respect to this ramp agent: dragging a [--] kg air-con hose by hand so your plane is pre-cooled before you board. Does it daily. Makes $1000/month or less. Imo: Invisible heroes of every flight. How much do you think this job should pay in 2026"
X Link 2026-02-14T08:32Z [----] followers, 18.1K engagements
"The A350's flap/slat sounds are louder and more dramatic than most planes but that's what makes them epic. That hydraulic roar and mechanical churn Absolute music to my ears. does the A380 win or is A350 king of wing noises"
X Link 2026-02-14T09:38Z [----] followers, 22.3K engagements
"@ShrktYd69276 That [----] psi hydraulic whine on the A350 is pure precision sync while A380's sheer scale gives that deep resonant authority"
X Link 2026-02-14T10:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Asia is absolutely crushing it OAG's [----] data just dropped the world's busiest domestic routes by seats: Jeju-Seoul tops at 14.4M (+1%) Sapporo-Tokyo 12.1M Fukuoka-Tokyo 11.5M Hanoi-HCMC 11.1M (+4% ๐ฅ) Jeddah-Riyadh 9.8M (+13%) Melb-Syd 9M Tokyo-Okinawa 8.1M Mumbai-Delhi 7.6M Beijing-Shanghai 7.5M Shanghai-Shenzhen 7.1M (+5%). To me Vietnam's jump is huge. shows how fast travel's booming here. But why is Asia-Pacific owning 9/10 spots Will we ever see a non-Asian route crack the top https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022623317023162607 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022623317023162607"
X Link 2026-02-14T10:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The A350 cockpit is the ultimate dream office. glass cockpit heaven + sheepskin seats for perfect temp regulation. This video screams 'goals.' But is sheepskin overrated nostalgia or still the best for pilot comfort in extreme conditions What's actually better in modern jets https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022663245161767122 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022663245161767122"
X Link 2026-02-14T13:24Z [----] followers, 87.8K engagements
"@8MTwagq5CLCDO5I It could fail like the A380 did"
X Link 2026-02-15T07:06Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Just happened at HKG. vid shows a British guy losing it at 6am. rams luggage cart into railings topples like [--] smart check-in kiosks then smashes them with a metal post Arrested for criminal damage + possessing Viagra (yep that's a controlled poison in HKG). No motive known yet. Airport rage is real but this is next level crazy"
X Link 2026-02-16T06:00Z [----] followers, 94.3K engagements
"@Avgeek_Jan A win for Boeing"
X Link 2026-02-16T10:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"@libanmods Thanks for the context man. I saw the video and had no idea about the drones. Appreciate you connecting the dots๐"
X Link 2026-02-16T18:08Z [----] followers, 20.5K engagements
"Hot take: IndiGo's 600+ cancellations aren't just 'bad luck'. they're the price of prioritizing profits over people. New rest rules save lives from fatigue crashes yet the 60% market giant cries wolf on shortages. Pilots: 'Artificial chaos to pressure DGCA.' Travelers: Screwed either way. Solution: More airlines fewer excuses Or roll back safety for 'growth'"
X Link 2025-12-04T11:38Z [----] followers, 397.3K engagements
"Boeing [---] doors: so ridiculously heavy and clunky that cabin crew basically need CrossFit membership to open/close em properly. What were engineers smoking in the '60s. Airbus doors open like magic. Time to admit [---] design is stuck in the stone age"
X Link 2025-12-20T23:40Z [----] followers, 3.7M engagements
"This is actually insane ๐คฏ Airlines are dismantling barely 6-year-old Airbus A321neos because their Pratt & Whitney GTF engines are worth MORE than the whole damn plane right now. A manufacturing flaw (contaminated metal powder in turbine disks) causes potential cracks so hundreds of engines need pulling for long inspections/repairs. often 300+ days. Result [---] GTF-powered planes (1/3 of the global fleet) grounded or stored. Massive parts shortage prices explode. A new A321neo was $100M+ now a used 6yo one sells for $42M whole. but its two PW1100G engines alone Easily $40M+ combined (or lease"
X Link 2026-02-08T07:35Z [----] followers, 662.8K engagements
"This clip of XV232's final public engine run at Coventry is unreal. Rolls-Royce Speys roaring one last time before the airport shuts down in [----]. Nimrod Preservation Group made it happen for years as a fundraiser but now they're urgently hunting a new home (Manston museum in talks possible ferry flight or road transport). These aren't just old planes. they're pieces of RAF maritime history kept alive by pure passion. Scrapping would be a massive loss but the logistics/funding are brutal. What's your take. save XV232 at all costs https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021248121272201621"
X Link 2026-02-10T15:41Z [----] followers, 75.8K engagements
"Big news for Air Canada fans Just ordered [--] firm Airbus A350-1000s + [--] options (up to 16) deliveries from [----]. Fuel savings more capacity for long-haul growth. Airbus edging out on long-haul tech. 777X still the king or A350-1000 steals it"
X Link 2026-02-12T08:48Z [----] followers, 21.9K engagements
"GE90 power-up is insane. sucks in [----] kg of air per second at sea level static/full start pushing massive airflow even at idle. Sips [----] kg fuel/min total on a [---] at ground idle. This beast is why [---] feels unstoppable. Perfect balance. raw power with efficiency"
X Link 2026-02-13T12:58Z [----] followers, 39.4K engagements
"Jet2 flight diverted to Brussels after violent onboard fight. racist remarks aggression over cigarettes blood & teeth on floor. Two men arrested & banned for life. Is alcohol + racism the toxic combo airlines need to tackle harder before boarding Imo: Yes. pre-flight checks arent strict enough"
X Link 2026-02-13T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Natilus just dropped the Horizon Evo. a full two-deck flying-wing airliner Upper deck passengers (up to [---] seats) lower deck pure cargo (12 LD3-45 containers) M0.78 cruise [----] km range PW1500G or LEAP engines massive carbon composites. Theyre promising 30% less fuel & 50% lower costs. Imo: This thing looks like the future. 3-3-3-3 seating though you brave enough for that widebody squeeze https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022568555619979553 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022568555619979553"
X Link 2026-02-14T07:08Z [----] followers, 61.1K engagements
"๐จ F-35 Update. What's really going on with those new Lot [--] jets Reports from Defense Daily Avionics International and others (Feb 2026) claim US F-35As (starting June 2025) have been delivered without the new AN/APG-85 radar. the big GaN-based upgrade meant to give longer range better jamming/EW and keep the jet ahead in peer fights. Instead Nose ballast (weights) to keep the center of gravity right since the APG-85 isn't ready due to integration delays power/cooling redesigns and mounting differences from the current APG-81. Block [--] (the massive upgrade package) is years behind. originally"
X Link 2026-02-15T09:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Outside the A350-900 and A330-900 look like cousins. those Sharklets are super similar (A350's taller/more vertical A330neo's more blended/curved) same sleek vibe hard to tell apart at the gate sometimes. But step into the cockpit Night and day. A350's massive screens and full modern glass setup vs A330neo's familiar layout with A330-300 . And man that Trent [----] on the [----] Smooth efficient powerhouse. 14% better burn quieter reliable AF. Lucky to work both types and airlines hands-on both worlds A330-900 punches way above for value/ease but A350 feels like the future. Which aircraft do you"
X Link 2026-02-15T13:51Z [----] followers, 97.4K engagements
"@CaptBob_Nomadic Thank you so much for the clear explanation Ive heard Heavy a few times over the years but hearing it again today on my Emirates flight finally pushed me to ask. Really appreciate you and all the avgeeks chiming in"
X Link 2026-02-15T17:01Z [----] followers, 74.7K engagements
"@cpt340 Thanks for clarifying that. super interesting This side of aviation is new to me. We learned RVSM but the whole wake turbulence/'Heavy'/separation thing wasn't covered at all in engineering. Got me wanting to read more now"
X Link 2026-02-15T17:17Z [----] followers, 53.3K engagements
"Big step forward for China's C929 widebody COMAC just inked a deal with Aviage Systems (GE-AVIC JV) for avionics. building on their C919 success. Post-Russia exit this shows real momentum. Still Western parts are the weak spot. only [--] C919s delivered in [----]. Progress but hurdles ahead. Impressive on paper but supply chain drama could drag this out. B777X took a decade so the C929 might just be a retirement gift for us"
X Link 2026-02-15T19:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"United's massive A350 order might be DEAD Back in [----] United ordered [--] Airbus A350-900s . It got restructured a few times and by [----] they settled on [--] total. But. no planes delivered in 16+ years. endless deferrals pushed them way out. Now United's latest SEC 10-K filing (Feb 2026) shows the order still exists contractually ('after 2027') but the 'expected deliveries' column is completely blank/zero for every year. That means United no longer plans to actually take them. The big trigger A legal fight with Rolls-Royce. The A350 ONLY uses Rolls-Royce Trent XWB engines. no choice. United"
X Link 2026-02-16T09:56Z [----] followers, 25.5K engagements
"@Madjid_mi GE was in the running early on with a GEnx variant but they backed out because it didn't make business sense for them and would've competed with their own stuff on Boeing planes. Ended up leaving RR as the only option"
X Link 2026-02-16T10:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"LATAM 777-300ER rejects takeoff at [---] knots. past rotation speed. on runway 09L at So Paulo Guarulhos. Nose gear lifted then max braking Glowing red brakes burst tires safe stop but taxiway blocked [--] hours pax offloaded there. Standard rule: After V1 continue takeoff. aborting risks overrun. This crew went against textbook. worked but why Imo: Emergencies happen but high-speed RTOs are edge of envelope stuff. Training says 'fly the plane' yet they stopped it. Was this justified (imminent catastrophe) or should they have continued https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023447534950375519"
X Link 2026-02-16T17:21Z [----] followers, 627.6K engagements
"Saigon just went FULL SEND at midnight Every house blasting fireworks skies exploding. this aerial view from above is insane. Tet Binh Ngo kicking off like a boss. Happy Lunar New Year to all my Asian fam worldwide Love the joy it brings"
X Link 2026-02-17T07:17Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Alright engine geeks game on: Dusty old scrapped engines. spotted these in a workshop. tell me what Rolls-Royce engines these are. Hint: That blue fan case isn't hiding. UltraFan vibes all the way (world's biggest engine family). Or am I wrong"
X Link 2026-02-15T09:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Spirit Airlines just can't catch a break. second bankruptcy in [--] years now auctioning [--] A320s for $533M+ to survive. Timeline: Nov [----] first Chapter [--] out March [----] back in August [----] after massive losses and failed turnaround. CSDS Asset Management: starting bid $533.5M (competing offers from $554M up) auction April [----]. Planes are mostly parked no schedule chaos. Cash to pay off debt and buy time. Imo: Twice bankrupt in [--] months screams the ultra low cost model is broken. too aggressive fares no frills but legacy carriers now match prices with better service. Is Spirit doomed or can"
X Link 2026-02-16T16:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Aerial view of Kuching's Chinese New Year [----] fireworks. Year of the Fire Horse lighting up the sky like crazy"
X Link 2026-02-16T20:31Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare footage captures a Japan Air Self-Defense Force U-125A dropping its belly pod mid-flight. Tail [---] extends the teardrop sensor likely a FLIR turret. These aircraft have long supported search-and-rescue and flight-check missions"
X Link 2026-02-17T09:41Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements
"Back in my Qatar Airways days we had an A330 cargo completely packed with rhinos. Like full of these massive beasts in custom crates. On arrival the captain comes out laughing and says during the flight a couple of them woke up started shifting around and the whole plane actually rocked.the crew had to constantly trim . Insane how a few tons of rhino can move an aircraft mid-air Ever seen horses boarding a plane Well you have now ๐ด https://t.co/1FpHaLfmiw Ever seen horses boarding a plane Well you have now ๐ด https://t.co/1FpHaLfmiw"
X Link 2026-02-08T15:25Z [----] followers, 1.3M engagements
"Boeing smoking Airbus rn ๐ค January scoreboard: Boeing [--] deliveries vs Airbus [--] [---] orders (net 103) vs [--]. Widebody story Airbus gets zero while Boeing racks up [---] love. Delta goes allin on [--] 78710s EVA adds more. [---] orders have exploded past [---] since [--]. My view: demand is shifting hard toward efficient widebodies where Boeing looks unbeatable. But Airbus still dominates narrowbodies. so is this a fair fight Whos your pick for the [----] champ https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021678434796417200 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2021678434796417200"
X Link 2026-02-11T20:11Z [----] followers, 26K engagements
"Airbus ISIS = no-go item. Tiny screen up front but the unit stretches [--] cm deep. If it fails no dispatch. battery runs it for hours even in total power loss.attitude speed alt ILS still there. Smart design. Lifesaver in blackouts.i say it's brilliant redundancy"
X Link 2026-02-12T19:15Z [----] followers, 206.5K engagements
"Uber and truck drivers are no longer eligible to apply. BREAKING: FAA has directed all U.S. airlines to prove pilot hiring is based on skill and merit or face federal investigation. BREAKING: FAA has directed all U.S. airlines to prove pilot hiring is based on skill and merit or face federal investigation"
X Link 2026-02-14T18:09Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Why do pilots always say HEAVY after their callsign While in the cockpit I have noticed that pilots use the term 'Heavy' when communicating with ATC during clearance requests. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023063644045808029 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023063644045808029"
X Link 2026-02-15T15:55Z [----] followers, 750.5K engagements
"Ever wonder what happens when an emergency exit sign just. falls down mid-flight ๐
(Emergency Exit) sign hanging by its wires on a flight. probably came loose from the ceiling mount. In the air cabin crew can't do much engineering magic. Crew carefully place it back in position (so it's still visible/points right) tape or tie it securely with whatever's handy and log it for maintenance. It's illuminated and important for evac guidance in smoke/dark but a loose sign isn't grounding-level critical like a door or slide. On ground/outstation engineers try to fix the mount or swap parts if"
X Link 2026-02-16T13:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Interesting pattern: Japanese carriers (JAL/ANA) lead with 33-34 inch economy legroom making flights actually enjoyable. Low-cost like Air Canada/AirAsia/VietJet 28-29 inches brutal. But Japanese budget ones are noticeably better. Why the regional difference Japan prioritizes space even on cheap flights. Im convinced its cultural [--] vs [--] En cul sobrevives un vuelo de [--] horas โ https://t.co/quq7xp1T6Q [--] vs [--] En cul sobrevives un vuelo de [--] horas โ https://t.co/quq7xp1T6Q"
X Link 2026-02-16T15:42Z [----] followers, 20.9K engagements
"8.8 billion approved by Italy for GCAP fighter. total early costs now 18.6B triple original estimates & more than F-35 fleet spend. 6th-gen beast with UK/Japan drones + stealth by [----]. Insane investment or maybe smart for future security Taxpayers footing it"
X Link 2026-02-17T10:19Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Saudia in preliminary talks for 150+ aircraft from Boeing AND Airbus. narrowbody + widebody to expand/renew fleet (155-166 current). Bloomberg reports it's part of Saudi's tourism hub strategy. Bold growth but with Riyadh Air premium focus does Saudia risk overcapacity"
X Link 2026-02-08T11:55Z [----] followers, 12.4K engagements
"Indonesia Air Force practicing highway takeoffs/landings with F-16s & Super Tucanos on Sumatra roads. first time. Straight out of Sweden/Finland/Thailand playbook.Super impressive training"
X Link 2026-02-13T23:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare bird alert A Tu-204 freighter (Soviet-era legend from Ulan-Ude roots) just touched down at Yeshan/Yiwu in China. yellow cargo beast shaking off the old glory days. Not many left flying but this one's still grinding routes. To me it's stubborn aviation history in motion. would you rather fly a Tu-204 or a shiny [---] freighter Share your rarest spotting lately"
X Link 2026-02-14T20:36Z [----] followers, 25K engagements
"This streaming fluid on this Boeing wing at FL350/-40C is pure aerodynamic condensation. not fuel not contrail. Low-pressure over the wing cools air so fast it turns tiny moisture into visible mist/vapor. Super cool physics To me it's stunning engineering visible in flight. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022923865207226475 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2022923865207226475"
X Link 2026-02-15T06:40Z [----] followers, 36.2K engagements
"End of an era in Hungary : After nearly [--] years (since 1978) the legendary Mi-24 'Crocodiles' are officially retired from the Air Force in early Feb [----]. Survived Warsaw Pact NATO switch even got a Russian lifeline overhaul in 2017-18. Phoenix Battalion at Szolnok says goodbye. Time for Airbus H225Ms to step up. Solid run for a legend. End of Cold War relics in Europe. https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023143442877239484 https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2023143442877239484"
X Link 2026-02-15T21:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Rare RTO at Guarulhos: [--] hours later. Now we wait: CENIPA investigation. full report probably 30+ days for prelims months for final. Safe outcome shows great handling and Boeing's tire/brake design. LATAM 777-300ER rejects takeoff at [---] knots. past rotation speed. on runway 09L at So Paulo Guarulhos. Nose gear lifted then max braking Glowing red brakes burst tires safe stop but taxiway blocked [--] hours pax offloaded there. Standard rule: After V1 continue https://t.co/d6cpr28cA6 LATAM 777-300ER rejects takeoff at [---] knots. past rotation speed. on runway 09L at So Paulo Guarulhos. Nose gear"
X Link 2026-02-16T19:32Z [----] followers, 86.8K engagements
"Airplane window view of China exploding in fireworks at midnight Lunar New Year [----] City looks like a sea of fire below the wing. Happy New Year to all Asians everywhere"
X Link 2026-02-17T09:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Cirrus Vision Jet G3 drops 3rd-gen single-engine jet now seats [--] (6+1) upgraded avionics brighter lights. but is the 'world's best-selling business jet' crown deserved Unveiled Feb [--] [----] deliveries started. 700+ in service outsells everything since [----]. Cabin boost: new third-row bench for families/flex ergonomic seats Alcantara. Cockpit: ATC Datalink auto checklists 3D SafeTaxi. Safety unchanged.CAPS + autoland. Single-engine + parachute makes it accessible but some say twins safer for real IFR. G3's [--] seats change the game for owner-flown jets. Would you go single engine jet for personal"
X Link 2026-02-17T12:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
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