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[@flightdrama](/creator/twitter/flightdrama)
"Boeing has quietly ended production of the 777-300ER one of the most successful widebodies in aviation history. The jet once the backbone of fleets at Emirates Cathay Pacific and Air France delivered nearly XXX units since its 2004 debut. The move comes while the next-generation 777X faces repeated delays with first deliveries not expected until at least 2027. That leaves airlines caught between retiring older 777-300ERs and waiting years for replacements. Airlines loved the 777-300ER for its GE90 engines long range and ability to replace 747s and A340s. But newer rivals like the A350-1000"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1978626949850312761) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-16T01:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Two United Airlines jets collided on the ground at Chicago OHare on Friday afternoon. Flight UA2652 a Boeing XXX arriving from Jackson Hole with XXX passengers and five crew struck the tail of a parked Boeing XXX while taxiing to its gate. All passengers were safely deplaned and no injuries were reported. One passenger told local media they were asked to leave so the aircraft could be inspected. The Federal Aviation Administration is reviewing the incident which comes just months after another ground collision at OHare between American and United aircraft. Ground collisions remain rare but"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1979495171055292594) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-18T10:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Readers of The Times and The Sunday Times have named their favourite airlines of 2025 with more than 900000 votes cast. British Airways came out top for short-haul ahead of easyJet and Jet2. Emirates won best long-haul airline with British Airways in second and Singapore Airlines in third. BAs win comes after a turbulent year marked by a rebrand of its Club loyalty scheme. But investment in new cabins A320neo aircraft and AI forecasting tools has boosted reliability with XX% of BA flights from Heathrow leaving on time in early 2025 a record. Emirates continues to dominate long-haul thanks to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980567236906819718) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T09:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Air New Zealand flight NZ3 from Los Angeles to Auckland was forced to return to LAX on Sunday October X after a technical fault knocked out cabin air conditioning and in-flight entertainment. The Boeing 777-300ER registered ZK-OKS departed Los Angeles at 10:00am but developed problems with its power system shortly after takeoff. Pilots consulted engineers during the flight but were unable to resolve the issue and made the decision to turn back. The aircraft landed safely back at LAX about XX minutes later where passengers were met by ground staff and rebooked on alternative services. Air New"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1975214462714949725) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-06T15:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"An Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Dunedin was struck by lightning this morning startling passengers with what one described as a deafening bang and a sudden fireball flashing off the wing. The strike happened shortly after departure shaking the cabin and leaving at least one traveler saying his ears were still ringing long after landing. Despite the dramatic moment the aircraft continued safely to Dunedin. Air New Zealand later confirmed the incident and said the aircraft will undergo routine inspections before returning to service"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1975561760686944467) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-07T14:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Cathay Pacific has announced a full overhaul of its loyalty program with changes taking effect on January X 2027. The update aims to make tier progression easier recognition clearer and benefits more flexible for travelers across the globe. A major shift will see members keep their Status Points even after an upgrade allowing multiple tier jumps in the same year. The airline is also moving to a single calendar-year cycle giving all members a consistent timeframe to track progress. From 2027 Gold and above members will be able to roll over up to XX% of excess Status Points into the following"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1978838348861972858) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-16T15:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Spirit Airlines financial crisis is hitting staff harder than ever. The low-cost carrier will furlough XXX pilots in the first quarter of 2026 with XXX more downgraded Reuters reports. It follows XXX pilot furloughs earlier this year and comes as the airline rejects nearly XX% of new aircraft deliveries from its largest lessor. Flight attendants are also taking a major hit. Around 1800 cabin crew nearly one-third of Spirits workforce face cuts in December. Spirit has asked staff to volunteer for six- or twelve-month furloughs with unions confirming that XXX attendants have already stepped"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1979268679222378774) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-17T19:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Spirit Airlines financial crisis is hitting staff harder than ever. The low-cost carrier will furlough XXX pilots in the first quarter of 2026 with XXX more downgraded Reuters reports. It follows XXX pilot furloughs earlier this year and comes as the airline rejects nearly XX% of new aircraft deliveries from its largest lessor. Flight attendants are also taking a major hit. Around 1800 cabin crew nearly one-third of Spirits workforce face cuts in December. Spirit has asked staff to volunteer for six- or twelve-month furloughs with unions confirming that XXX attendants have already stepped"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1979268803507745161) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-17T19:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"A Delta Air Lines flight from Atlanta to Fort Lauderdale was forced to divert on Monday after a passengers personal electronic device battery caught fire in the cabin. Flight 1334 operated by a Boeing 757-200 landed safely at Fort Myers after flight attendants extinguished the burning device. Delta said pilots followed procedures while firefighters met the aircraft on arrival. Although the fire was contained lingering smoke led to the precautionary landing. None of the XXX passengers or six crew members were injured. The aircraft was later taken out of service for inspection and passengers"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1979691464046370954) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-18T23:30Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"An Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Wellington was forced to turn back on October XX after strong winds made landing impossible. Flight NZ481 operated by an Airbus A320 circled Wellington several times before the crew decided it was too dangerous to continue. The aircraft returned north and touched down in Auckland nearly two hours after departure. Chief Operations Officer Alex Marren confirmed the diversion was due solely to crosswinds a common challenge at Wellington Airport which is notorious for tricky spring weather. Passengers were rebooked on later services and the airline said"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1979925505840410963) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-19T15:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"JetBlue is pulling out of Bonaire after just over a year cutting its only route to the Dutch Caribbean island. The New Yorkbased carrier confirmed it will suspend flights from JFK to Flamingo International Airport on January X leaving Delta United and American as the only US airlines serving the island. The weekly Saturday service operated by an Airbus A320 was JetBlues sole link to Bonaire and part of its push across the ABC Islands. While no official reason has been given industry analysts point to costcutting and unprofitable performance. JetBlue will continue flying to Aruba and Curaao"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1979940608840970418) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-19T16:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"The Airbus A350 is famous for ultra long flights like Singapore to New York. But not all of them stretch across oceans. Some A350s are flying routes shorter than a London commute. The shortest is just XX miles between Curaao and Bonaire flown twice a week by Corendon Dutch Airlines with a World2Fly A350-900. The hop takes around XX minutes and is part of a triangular route linking Amsterdam Curaao and Bonaire. In Africa Air Mauritius runs the A350 between Mauritius and Reunion only XXX miles apart with multiple weekend rotations. Ethiopian Airlines also uses the jet for a XXX mile fifth"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980061400396595340) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T00:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Ryanair flight FR3446 from Palma to Manchester declared an emergency on October XX after the crew squawked 7700 mid-air. The Boeing 737-800 diverted to an alternate airport where it landed safely with more than XXX passengers on board. The airline has not confirmed the cause though the code signals a serious technical or operational issue. No injuries were reported and passengers were later rebooked to complete their journeys. Emergency services were on standby when the jet landed and UK aviation authorities have since opened an investigation. Ryanair said safety procedures were followed at"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980227499910217790) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T11:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"American Airlines has rolled out a new co-branded credit card with Citi and Mastercard targeting travelers who fly more than once or twice a year but dont quite qualify as road warriors. The Citi / AAdvantage Globe Mastercard comes with a $XXX annual fee and a mix of perks. Cardholders receive four Admirals Club Globe passes each year each valid for XX hours along with free first checked bags for the primary traveler and up to eight companions. A new Flight Streak bonus awards 5000 Loyalty Points after every four eligible American Airlines flights with up to 15000 points available each year"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980272804709941428) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T14:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"An American Airlines flight from the Dominican Republic to Las Vegas erupted into chaos when a woman had to be restrained with duct tape after attacking a flight attendant. The passenger identified as Ketty J. Dilone was arrested in Las Vegas on federal charges of interference with a flight crew and assault. Witnesses say she was pacing the aisle shouting and filming passengers before threatening cabin crew with death threats. When flight attendants tried to calm her down Dilone lashed out and struck one of them. She was first restrained with flex cuffs but continued resisting forcing crew to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980280343715602563) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T14:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"A United Airlines Boeing XXX MAX X was forced into an emergency landing after an unidentified object smashed through the cockpit windshield at 36000 feet injuring the pilot. Flight 1093 was en route from Denver to Los Angeles with XXX passengers and six crew when the cockpit filled with shattered glass. The pilot reportedly bloodied and bruised declared an emergency and diverted to Salt Lake City. United confirmed the jet landed safely and passengers were flown to Los Angeles later that day on another aircraft. Aircraft windshields are designed with multiple layers to remain safe even if one"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980295443880755559) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T15:30Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"United Airlines will relaunch flights between Glasgow and New Yorks Newark Airport from X May 2026 ending a seven-year gap in service. The daily seasonal route will run until XX September using a Boeing XXX MAX X configured with XX Premium Economy XX Economy Plus and XX Economy seats. Flights depart Glasgow at 2pm landing in Newark at 4:35pm local time. The return leaves Newark at 10:15pm arriving in Glasgow at 10:10am the following day. Matt Hazelwood Chief Commercial Officer at AGS Airports called the move a major opportunity for Scotland: New York is the most requested destination from our"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980302993489580415) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T16:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"A Delta Airlines flight from Atlanta to Los Angeles was forced to turn back shortly after takeoff when crew detected a smoky smell in the cabin. The Boeing XXX carrying XXX passengers landed safely back at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Emergency crews met the aircraft on arrival but no injuries were reported. Passengers described a faint burning odor spreading through parts of the cabin though attendants quickly reassured travelers while the captain coordinated a precautionary return. Delta confirmed the diversion and said maintenance teams are inspecting the aircrafts"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980310543085793533) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T16:30Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"American Airlines and United Airlines will both launch new direct flights to Athens in 2026 expanding nonstop links between the US and Greece. American will begin daily DallasAthens flights on May XX while United starts NewarkAthens flights in April operating three times a week. Both airlines say the routes cut out layovers and will boost both tourism and business travel. United is also adding four more European destinations from Newark next spring: Split (Croatia) Naples (Italy) Glasgow (Scotland) and Malaga (Spain). Its new Split route will be the only US service to the Croatian city."  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980318093017588200) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T17:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"A tragic accident at Hong Kong International Airport killed two ground staff early Monday when an Emirates cargo jet overshot the runway and ended up in the sea. The Boeing XXX freighter operating flight EK9788 from Dubai and leased from ACT Airlines veered off the north runway around 3:50 a.m. and struck a service vehicle before plunging partly into the water. Both workers inside the vehicle died one at the scene and one later in hospital. Photos showed the 32-year-old aircraft split apart near the seawall with its nose and tail sections separated. Four crew escaped by breaking open a door"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980325643079291362) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T17:30Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"British Airways is facing a $450000 lawsuit from Sabre Corp a Texas-based travel technology firm after a dispute over the UKs Digital Services Tax. Sabre which provides booking and distribution software to more than XXX airlines argues that under a 1991 contract BA must reimburse taxes tied to their business partnership. The firm says it paid His Majestys Revenue and Customs $453863 under the Digital Services Tax and billed BA for reimbursement but the airline refused. The lawsuit filed in the Northern District Court of Texas seeks a judicial ruling that the tax qualifies as a covered expense"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980340742410125328) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T18:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"United Airlines Flight UA64 from Newark to Lisbon was delayed just six minutes to wait for late connections on October XX but three passengers still missed the flight. As the Boeing XXX pushed back the travelers appeared at the gate window waving desperately. With doors shut jetway removed and final checks complete reopening was no longer possible without major disruption. Captain Luis Perez later wrote a public apology on LinkedIn admitting it broke my heart to leave them behind. They were pleading to come aboard he said stressing that safety rules must come first yet their faces stayed with"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980355840461730082) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T19:30Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"Singapore Airlines is one of the best-paying carriers for cabin crew. Salaries range from SG$2000 to SG$5000 per month with some long-haul staff making up to SG$75000 (US$55600) a year. Extra Benefits Crew receive allowances for meals and layovers unlimited discounted tickets and one free round-trip annually. Training is fully sponsored and medical insurance is provided worldwide. Career Options Staff can retrain for roles in customer service sales or marketing. This diversification keeps opportunities open beyond cabin work. Requirements to Join Applicants must be at least XX fluent in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980363394151567697) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T20:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Delta Air Lines is taking an unusual step with its new Airbus A321neos doubling the number of first class seats on a small batch of aircraft. Instead of the standard 20-seat layout used across its fleet these jets will carry XX first class seats making them the most premium-heavy narrowbodies in the United States. The decision wasnt planned as a strategy shift but rather a response to certification delays. Delta had ordered new lie-flat Delta One suites for its transcontinental A321neos but the seats have yet to be approved by regulators. Rather than keep the planes grounded Delta chose to"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980370941977985524) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T20:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Delta Air Lines has had a complicated history with the Boeing XXX. Its first batch of five 747-100s arrived in 1970 complete with glamorous Penthouse lounges. But the jumbo proved too big for Deltas domestic routes and by 1977 every one was gone swapped out for Lockheed L-1011s. For the next three decades Delta had no Queen of the Skies in its fleet. The type only returned in 2008 when Delta merged with Northwest Airlines. Unlike Delta Northwest had built its brand around the XXX especially the 747-400 which it used to dominate the Pacific. Delta inherited XX of these long-haul giants and put"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980386040738443403) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T21:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Miami-Dade officials are pushing to land nonstop flights from Miami International Airport to Asia a gap in the airports global network. A resolution passed on October XX directs Mayor Daniella Levine Cava to court airlines and report progress quarterly. Tokyo and Singapore are the first targets alongside new services to Riyadh and Asuncin. While Miami already hosts ultra long haul flights to Doha and Dubai Asia has remained out of reach. Geography makes it a tough sell since Florida sits thousands of miles further from East Asia than other US hubs. The commission argues the connections would"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980393596156006842) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-20T22:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"The Boeing XXX is one of aviations most recognizable icons its hump symbolizing both luxury and practicality. First delivered in 1970 to Pan Am the design was rooted in Boeings abandoned military freighter project. With a raised cockpit the jet could later be adapted into a cargo giant with a nose door. That decision would define its second life. Early 747s had lounges on the upper deck but by the 1970s airlines needed more seats to offset the oil crisis. Boeing offered stretched versions while Japan Airlines flew dense regional layouts. Yet the short hump design remained as a full-length"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980468638759993812) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T02:58Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"The Boeing XXX has been a reliable workhorse since 1982 but with stricter emissions rules looming from 2028 its time in passenger service is nearly up. More than 1300 have been delivered yet airlines are already looking at what comes next. Two jets are the frontrunners. Airbus has the A330neo which just became the first widebody certified to meet ICAOs post-2028 emissions standards. It burns as little as XXX liters of fuel per XXX km per passenger powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines. Operators like Condor are already using it to replace their XXX fleets calling it the 2-liter aircraft."  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980476637566161209) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T03:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"The Boeing 737-800 is best known as a short to medium-haul jet but some airlines are stretching it far beyond expectations. This October Batik Air Malaysia is running some of the worlds longest 737-800 flights from Kuala Lumpur pushing past 3300 miles. Cirium data shows three standout routes: Kuala Lumpur to Dubai at 3449 miles Tashkent at 3329 miles and Tokyo Narita at 3357 miles. Dubai is the busiest with XX rotations this month. Tashkent follows with six while Tokyo is scheduled only once. For Batik these flights show how much range the 737-800 can still offer. While newer XXX MAX jets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980484191402823817) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T04:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"British Airways will bring its Airbus A380 back to Dallas/Fort Worth from May XX 2026. The move restores the superjumbo to the oneworld hub for the first time since March 2025 when BA pulled the type and left American Airlines to cover with extra flights. The return means Dallas will see two A380 operators again with Qantas already flying the aircraft to the Texas hub since 2025. Emirates last used the type there in 2016. BA will switch from the A350-1000 and 787-10 currently planned for the Heathrow route offering nearly double the seats per flight. Whether passengers benefit depends on if"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980544584104255767) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T08:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Ryanair is slashing capacity across Western Europe blaming rising airport fees and a shortage of new aircraft. The budget giant will instead shift flights to cheaper markets such as Morocco Italy Sweden Hungary Poland Slovakia and Albania. France is hardest hit. Ryanair will quit Bergerac Brive and Strasbourg entirely axing XX winter routes and 750000 seats. Cuts also hit Paris-Beauvais Marseille and Toulouse. Germany faces a XX% drop with Berlin Hamburg and Cologne among nine airports dumped. Fee hikes have sparked further pullbacks in Austria Latvia Lithuania and Estonia where Ryanair will"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980552134052438249) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T08:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"An American Airlines flight bound for Los Angeles was forced to return to Omaha after pilots believed someone was trying to break into the cockpit. The scare happened on Flight 6469 just XX minutes after departure. Pilots heard static over the intercom system and mistook it for a forced entry attempt. The aircraft an Embraer ERJ XXX operated by SkyWest for American landed safely back at Omaha. Airport officials confirmed there was no security threat and called it a misunderstanding. American said the intercom had been accidentally left on creating the false alarm. Passengers later continued"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980589888534901002) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T11:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"American Airlines will stop covering Ozempic and other GLP-1 weight loss drugs for employees from January X 2026 sparking outrage from its flight attendants union. The airline confirmed it will only cover the costly medications for staff with Type X diabetes excluding those who use them for weight management. Drugs like Ozempic Wegovy and Mounjaro can cost up to $1000 a month making them unaffordable for many crew without insurance help. The Association of Professional Flight Attendants blasted the decision calling it a reduction in vital care. The union said members rely on the drugs for"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980604982446432469) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T12:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"American Airlines has been ordered to pay $XX million to a passenger who suffered a devastating stroke during a transatlantic flight. The case involved Californian chef Jesus Plasencia XX who showed early signs of a mini stroke while still parked at the gate in Miami in 2021. His wife alerted crew but the pilot allegedly dismissed her concerns and cleared the flight to Madrid. Midway over the Atlantic Plasencia suffered a severe stroke. Onboard medical volunteers could not properly assist as the plane lacked basic equipment like a blood pressure cuff. By the time the flight landed in Spain he"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980612533393453477) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T12:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"A Delta Air Lines flight attendant has gone viral after clashing with a Southwest gate agent at Atlanta Airport in a fiery confrontation caught on camera. Still in uniform after arriving on a Southwest flight the Delta employee accused the rival carriers staff of being ghetto and giving the worst customer service. He followed the Southwest agent through the terminal rolling his suitcase and shouting: This is ridiculous. I dont have to take Southwest I can take Delta. The heated exchange escalated when he demanded to see the agents name tag yelling: Get your hands out of my face you are"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980620087678620073) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T13:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"A United Airlines Boeing XXX MAX suffered a shattered cockpit window at 36000 feet last week after colliding with what is now believed to have been a high-altitude weather balloon. The October XX flight from Denver to Los Angeles was forced to divert to Salt Lake City after the impact sprayed broken glass across the cockpit cutting the Captains arm. John Dean CEO of Silicon Valley startup WindBorne Systems admitted on Monday that one of his companys balloons was most likely responsible. WindBorne operates dozens of lightweight balloons to gather weather data for governments worldwide. Dean"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980627631713255575) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T13:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"United Airlines is doubling down on Alaska. The carrier will fly a record four daily services between Denver (DEN) and Anchorage (ANC) during the peak of summer 2026 up from two flights last year. The boost comes as Southwest prepares to launch its own nonstop on the route. United has flown between Denver and Anchorage since 1994 but never more than three daily flights and only briefly between 2016 and 2018. From June XX to August XX next year all four departures will be operated by 166-seat Boeing XXX MAX 8s. The schedule includes new morning and afternoon departures alongside late evening"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980635188284780727) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T14:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"The US Department of Homeland Security has come under fire for purchasing two Gulfstream G700 jets worth $XXX million while much of the government remains shut down. The aircraft ordered through the Coast Guard on October XX are set to replace aging Gulfstream G550s that have suffered frequent breakdowns and canceled missions. DHS officials say the new jets are critical for command and control operations with secure communications for senior leaders including Secretary Kristi Noem. Democrats in Congress have blasted the deal as luxury spending during a shutdown. Lawmakers Rosa DeLauro and"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980642733367914535) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T14:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Polands foreign minister has warned that Russian President Vladimir Putins aircraft could be detained if it enters Polish skies on the way to next months summit with Donald Trump in Budapest. Radoslaw Sikorski said Tuesday that under international law Warsaw cannot rule out a court order to seize the plane and send Putin to The Hague where he faces an ICC arrest warrant for alleged war crimes tied to the deportation of Ukrainian children. The Kremlin is reportedly exploring non-EU routes to Hungary to avoid the EU-wide no-fly zone imposed on Russian jets since 2022. Possible corridors include"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980650281798103107) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T15:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Hong Kong officials say the runway where a Boeing XXX cargo jet skidded off course and collided with a patrol car will stay out of regular use until wreckage is cleared from the sea. The ACT Airlines aircraft operating on behalf of Emirates landed from Dubai in the early hours of Monday before veering left and striking the vehicle. Both plunged into the water. Two airport workers in the car were killed while the four crew members escaped uninjured. Repairs to the runway and fencing have been completed but investigators have not yet recovered the flight data or cockpit voice recorders. The"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980657832077980074) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T15:30Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James XX was killed alongside his wife Melody Carole XX and stepdaughter Meryl Wilson XX when their Cirrus SR22T went down in North Carolina on September XX. James who was piloting the plane from Nashville to Macon County had requested a visual approach shortly before the crash. According to the NTSB he attempted a 360-degree turn before landing but the aircraft entered a tightening spiral rolled upside down and plunged into a field. Witnesses reported the plane flying low over a school playground moments before impact. Investigators confirmed there were no"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980665389710221640) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T16:00Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"American Airlines the worlds largest carrier by passengers flies nearly 7000 flights a day with a fleet of over 1000 aircraft. But tucked inside that vast lineup is a workhorse that has been flying for nearly three decades. The airlines oldest active plane is an Airbus A320-200 registered N647AW. Delivered in February 1998 it is now more than XX years old. The 150-seat jet based at Charlotte Douglas International Airport started its career with America West before moving to US Airways and eventually joining Americans fleet after the 2015 merger. American currently operates XX A320-200s with"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980688029917356488) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T17:30Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"United Airlines oldest active aircraft is a Boeing 767-300ER registration N641UA. Delivered in April 1991 the widebody has been in service for more than XX years. Despite its age the aircraft continues to operate long-haul flights including transatlantic services to Europe and routes to Hawaii. United has repeatedly refurbished the jets cabin over the decades equipping it with WiFi in-seat power and refreshed seating to keep it competitive with newer aircraft. The XXX family has been a cornerstone of Uniteds fleet since the 1980s supporting its expansion into international markets. While many"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980695580159668552) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T18:00Z XXX followers, XX engagements


"Passengers on a British Airways flight from London Heathrow to Kuala Lumpur faced a bizarre delay after a ground vehicle became lodged beneath the aircraft. The incident happened during pre-departure checks on Monday night when a Thales maintenance van reportedly left without its handbrake on rolled under the fuselage of a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Fire crews and engineers rushed to the scene but the seven-year-old jet was pulled from service while potential structural damage was assessed. FlightRadar24 data shows the replacement service departed nearly XX hours later leaving hundreds of"  
[X Link](https://x.com/flightdrama/status/1980733329289990558) [@flightdrama](/creator/x/flightdrama) 2025-10-21T20:30Z XXX followers, XXX engagements


"The Airbus A220 was sold as the future of short-haul flying. It is quiet fuel-efficient and popular with passengers and pilots alike. But a growing number of these jets are stuck on the ground. Industry data shows nearly XX% of all delivered A220s are parked because of ongoing problems with Pratt & Whitney PW1500G engines. The geared turbofans designed for lower emissions and better fuel burn have been plagued by durability issues. Airlines report premature wear cracking and powder-metal defects that force engines into maintenance years earlier than expected. Out of XXX A220s worldwide XX are"  
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"SWISS has officially joined the Airbus A350 club taking delivery of its first jet registered HB-IFA on October X. The aircraft has already been spotted training in Southern Italy ahead of its debut on transatlantic services. The Star Alliance carrier has ordered ten A350-900s each fitted with XXX seats under the new SWISS Senses cabin. This includes three first-class suites XX business class seats XX premium economy and XXX in economy. The upgrade marks a big step up from its older long-haul fleet. The A350 will launch flights from Zurich to Boston on November XX operating five times weekly"  
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"Airbus has quietly opened a second final assembly line for its A320 family in Tianjin just days after adding a new one in Mobile Alabama. The move is designed to boost production to XX aircraft per month by 2027 while balancing growing demand from both the US and China. The new line marks Airbus strongest signal yet to Beijing. China is now its biggest single market with more than 2200 Airbus aircraft in service and talks are underway for a potential order of up to XXX jets. Positioning factories close to demand hubs gives Airbus more leverage as airlines compete for scarce delivery slots."  
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"Wizz Air has added three new Airbus A321neo aircraft to its fleet through a sale-leaseback deal with Aviation Capital Group (ACG). The deliveries completed over the course of a week from Hamburg and Tianjin bring the airlines tally under this agreement to twelve jets. All are powered by Pratt & Whitneys geared turbofan engines which promise lower fuel burn and reduced emissions. For Wizz Air the A321neo has become the backbone of its growth strategy across Europe and beyond. The carrier now operates one of the largest fleets of the type worldwide giving it the efficiency and range needed to"  
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"An American Airlines passenger says she was left defeated and ignored after a compensation bid gone wrong at Chicago OHare. The mother had placed a $XXX per seat bid for her and her child to take a later flight totaling $1050. She received confirmation that the airline accepted her offer. But at the gate agents reassigned her seats to other travelers and refused to honor the agreement. Her story shared widely online highlights flaws in Americans voluntary bidding system. The process is meant to let passengers set their own compensation when flights are oversold. But travelers often report"  
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"Cockpit audio has revealed the chilling final moments of a private jet that crashed in Bath Township Michigan killing all three people on board. The Hawker 800XP operated by Mexican charter firm Aereo Lineas del Centro SA took off from Battle Creeks WK Kellogg Regional Airport around X p.m. on Thursday after months of being grounded for maintenance. Within minutes the aircraft began to fall from the sky. Stall recovery stall recovery the pilot shouted in panic before the jet plunged more than 12000 feet in less than a minute. Air traffic controllers tried in vain to regain contact repeatedly"  
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"With the Airbus A380 and Boeing XXX gone the Airbus A350 XWB is currently the widest passenger jet in production. That crown will pass to the Boeing 777X once it finally enters service expected in 2027. The 777-9 will be over a foot wider and longer than the A350 with more powerful engines and folding wingtips. But heres the twist: Airbuss A350-1000 will actually be certified to carry more passengers than the 777-9. Airbus lists a maximum of XXX while Boeings design limits the 777-9 to XXX because of exit door regulations. That is fewer than the older 777-300ER which could handle up to XXX in"  
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"Tourism leaders have warned that banning alcohol on Malaysia Airlines flights could harm the countrys global image and competitiveness. Industry voices say most international carriers offer alcohol as part of standard service and removing it could alienate foreign travelers who expect it on long-haul flights. Nigel Wong president of the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents stressed that Malaysias appeal lies in its diversity and openness. Malaysia Airlines must reflect that balance if it wants to remain competitive he said. Sri Ganesh Michiel president of the Malaysian Tourism"  
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"At Castellon Airport in Spain almost-new Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets are being dismantled for parts. The reason is simple: their engines are now more valuable than the aircraft themselves. A global shortage of Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engines has left airlines with hundreds of grounded aircraft. Some powerplants when leased as spares fetch up to $200000 a month more than the jets leasing value. With parts in such demand dismantling nearly new aircraft has become a profitable option. Several of the planes scrapped in Castellon were delivered just six years ago yet delays"  
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"For more than three decades United Airlines relied on the Boeing XXX to connect the US to Europe. From Newark to Edinburgh and Boston to Dublin the narrowbody earned a reputation as the only jet of its size able to cross the Atlantic profitably. But with rising fuel costs aging cabins and no true successor from Boeing the flying pencil is finally nearing retirement. Uniteds answer is the Airbus A321XLR due from 2026. The jet can fly up to 4700 nautical miles burning XX% less fuel per seat than the XXX. United will outfit it with lie-flat Polaris suites Premium Plus and upgraded economy cabins"  
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"Aerolneas Argentinas has grounded eight Boeing 737-800 aircraft after repeated issues with their CFM56 engines the most recent forcing an emergency landing in Buenos Aires last week. Flight AR1526 from Aeroparque to Crdoba diverted to Ezeiza on October XX after flames erupted from the left engine during climb. No injuries were reported but the incident followed three other engine failures in the past year all involving the same type. The airline confirmed that the grounded aircraft registrations LV-FQY LV-FQZ LV-FSK LV-FUA LV-FUB LV-FUC LV-FVM and LV-FVO had not yet reached the manufacturers"  
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"Victoria Beckham has revealed her surprisingly normal side confessing she shops at Lidl picks up dog poo and has even flown with Ryanair. But one household task has been firmly off her to-do list for nearly three decades. The 51-year-old Spice Girl turned fashion designer who runs a global brand alongside husband David opened up ahead of her Netflix documentary premiere in London. Asked about budget shopping and flying Victoria said: My mum shops at Lidl before adding: Ive even flown RyanAir When pressed on everyday chores Victoria admitted she has avoided vacuuming since 1997 the year she"  
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"A LOT Polish Airlines Boeing XXX MAX X bound from Warsaw to Tashkent was forced to divert to Baku on October XX after a passenger fell seriously ill mid-flight. Flight LO189 landed safely at Heydar Aliyev International Airport at 22:25 local time where emergency crews boarded immediately to treat the passenger before transferring them to a local hospital. The aircraft carrying XXX people continued to Uzbekistan after a two-and-a-half-hour delay landing in Tashkent just over three hours late. LOT praised the professionalism of its crew and the rapid support of Azerbaijani authorities. Baku has"  
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"American Airlines isnt just the worlds biggest carrier by fleet and flights. It also holds the title for the most hubs served by any airline with XX across the United States. Founded in 1936 the Fort Worth-based giant now operates nearly 7000 flights a day to XXX destinations in XX countries supported by its regional arm American Eagle. In 2024 alone American offered XXX million seats and flew enough miles to circle the Earth 74000 times. Americas Ten Hubs Americans hub network stretches coast to coast giving it unmatched reach: Northeast: New York JFK LaGuardia Philadelphia South:"  
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"A young British couple say their all-inclusive getaway to Crete turned into a holiday from hell after being served meals they compared to dog food. Erin Wells XX and Jordan Evans XX from Milton Keynes spent 2218 on the 10-night EasyJet trip but claim the food was so bad they had to spend another XXX eating out. Erin a hospital administrator said hotel staff couldnt even confirm what meat was being served. The chef picked up a piece ate it and said well I think its chicken. Nothing was labelled it looked disgusting it was inedible. I wouldnt serve it to a dog. The couple also described flooded"  
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"Embraer has closed the third quarter of 2025 with its strongest results ever reporting a record backlog of $XXXX billion. That figure is up X% from Q2 and XX% year-on-year driven largely by the booming success of its Commercial segment. The star of the show is the E195-E2. Orders from SAS Avelo Airlines and LATAM have pushed Embraers narrowbody into the spotlight with the US debut at Avelo marking a major milestone. Virgin Australia also became the first E2 operator in Australia. Deliveries are holding steady too. Embraer handed over XX jets in Q3 slightly more than last year and XXX so far"  
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"Etihad Airways has deployed its flagship Airbus A350-1000 to Sydney marking the jets first-ever arrival in Australia. From X December 2025 all ten weekly Abu DhabiSydney flights will switch from the Boeing 777-300ER to the A350-1000. The move improves efficiency and cuts emissions on what is Etihads longest route worldwide. The aircraft seats XXX passengers including XX private business suites with sliding doors. It burns XX% less fuel than older models reinforcing Etihads sustainability drive. The Abu Dhabi-based carrier has grown rapidly in 2025 now flying XXX aircraft including more A350s"  
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"Korean Air has closed a $XXX million deal to acquire an XX% stake in WestJets parent companies Kestrel Topco and Kestrel Holdings marking its first major move into Canadas $XX billion aviation market. As part of the deal Korean Air CEO Walter Cho has joined WestJets board of directors sitting alongside aviation heavyweights like Air France-KLM CEO Benjamin Smith and former British Airways boss Alex Cruz. Analysts say the move strengthens SkyTeams global reach and could expand transpacific connectivity between South Korea and Canada. The Calgary-based carrier is Canadas second largest airline"  
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"Jet2 has been named The Suns Most Trusted Travel Brand and Best Short Haul Operator at the News UK Travel Awards 2025 with thousands of paying customers casting their votes. The airline and holiday company beat rivals after a year of expansion adding new aircraft and more destinations. Its summer slogan Nothing beats a Jet2holiday became a viral hit with over XX billion TikTok views. Lisa Minot Head of Travel at The Sun called the wins the ultimate seal of approval and praised Jet2 for putting the customer at the heart of what it does. Jet2 also earned high commendations in other categories"  
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"Passengers flying with six of the UKs biggest airlines are now facing worse delays than before the pandemic new analysis has found. Consumer group Which reviewed Civil Aviation Authority data and revealed that British Airways easyJet Jet2 Ryanair Tui and Wizz Air were all less punctual in the year to April 2025 compared with 2019. Tui was the worst offender with just XXXX% of UK departures leaving within XX minutes of schedule down from XXXX% five years ago. Jet2 saw the sharpest fall dropping from XXXX% punctuality in 2019 to XX% this year. Airlines blame staff shortages and strikes at"  
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"Talks to speed bomber production underway Northrop Grumman says it expects new contracts for its B-21 Raider stealth bomber before the end of 2025 as talks with the US Air Force continue on a deal to accelerate production. Congress approved $XXX billion in July to fast-track manufacturing but the ongoing government shutdown has slowed negotiations. CEO Kathy Warden said faster output could boost earnings by 2026 though costs will depend on contract terms. The Air Force plans to buy at least XXX B-21s to replace its aging B-1 and B-2 fleets in the 2030s. Northrop is targeting contracts for the"  
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"American Airlines will roll out its newest Flagship Suite business-class seats across its Boeing 777-200ER fleet a major step in modernizing long-haul service. The XX aircraft will undergo a full interior retrofit adding lie-flat suites with sliding privacy doors larger entertainment screens and direct aisle access for every passenger. Premium economy will also expand while the entire cabin receives refreshed finishes and lighting. The update follows the debut of Flagship Suites on the Boeing 787-9 earlier this year where demand for the new product has been strong on transatlantic routes."  
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"A JetBlue flight from Boston (BOS) to Las Vegas (LAS) was forced to turn back on Monday night after crew accused a 37-year-old passenger of being verbally abusive. But several travelers insist the airlines version of events is false. Flight XXX departed Logan Airport at X p.m. but made a U-turn near Buffalo returning two hours later. Massachusetts State Police boarded the aircraft and escorted the passenger off without resistance. Authorities confirmed he now faces a summons for interfering with a flight crew a serious federal charge. Witnesses on board however said the man never swore or"  
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