'Their loss diminishes us all': Scientists emphasize how Trump's mass NOAA layoffs endanger the world

Space News - 14 March, 2025 - 10:00
"From our perspective down in the trenches actually working for the government, it feels like the people up top just have no clue about anything."

Total lunar eclipse March 2025: Best photos of the "Blood Worm Moon"

Space News - 14 March, 2025 - 09:29
Relive the 2025 "Blood Worm Moon" total lunar eclipse with these breathtaking photos.

Southwest Airlines Throws Shade At Dallas Mavericks Amid Baggage Policy Aftermath

Aviation News - 14 March, 2025 - 08:42

With Southwest Airlines departing from its age-old policy of two free checked baggage, there’s been a barrage of opinions on the matter. While many Southwest passengers who were used to this policy may feel dismayed, the carrier has assured that several other changes will continue to attract customers. Southwest has also decided to inject some humor into the development by referencing the recent Dallas Mavericks’ decision to part with its star player, Luka Doncic, in a social media post.

Exclusive: Lockheed Martin Expert On The Sikorsky HH-60W Jolly Green II

Aviation News - 14 March, 2025 - 08:03

During the recent Air & Space Forces Association’s (AFA’s) 2025 Warfare Symposium, Lockheed Martin’s Sikorsky offered a Subject Matter Expert or SME in David "Rum" Morgan to discuss the ongoing deployment of the United States Air Force’s newest rescue helicopter in the Sikorsky HH-60W Jolly Green II.

LAX Warns Of Possible Measles Exposure From China Airlines Passenger

Aviation News - 14 March, 2025 - 07:56

After years of disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, aviation has certainly increased its concern surrounding communicable diseases and air travel. This week, that concern was heightened at Los Angeles International Airport after health officials confirmed a person infected with measles is known to have passed through the airport.

American Airlines Boeing 737-800 Catches Fire At Denver International Airport

Aviation News - 14 March, 2025 - 02:41

An American AirlinesBoeing 737-800 caught fire at Denver International Airport (DEN) on Thursday. The aircraft was parked at gate C38 when the incident occurred, prompting an emergency evacuation.

How Lockheed Martin Uses 3D Printing In The CMMT Multi-Role Delivery Package

Aviation News - 13 March, 2025 - 23:24

Lockheed Martin is using 3D printing to help deliver a new multi-role delivery package in Common Multi-Mission Truck or CMMT, pronounced “COMET”. In conversation with Michael Rothstein, Lockheed Martin’s Vice President of Air Weapons and Sensors, Missiles, and Fire Control; Simple Flying learned more about this futuristic delivery system.

Former Google chief Eric Schmidt takes the reins at rocket startup Relativity Space

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 22:00
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt has assumed the top job at the startup Relativity Space, which aims to compete with SpaceX and other big launch companies.

Tom Hanks at 'Moonwalkers' film premiere predicts getting busy on moon

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 21:00
Tom Hanks knows there are two things that are going to happen in the future: the moon will become a home to astronauts and the other — well, it is best to hear it from him.

Avelo Airlines’ International Route Map Grows With 4th Destination

Aviation News - 13 March, 2025 - 20:05

It is hard to believe that Avelo's first passenger-carrying service was in April 2021. In the subsequent four years, its fleet has grown to 20 aircraft, although that's still a modest number. It has 12 189-seat Boeing 737-800s and eight 149-seat 737-700s. With an average age of 16.8 years, they are less fuel-efficient and more maintenance-heavy than newer alternatives but much cheaper to acquire, meaning they don't have to be used as often.

The 1st full live-action 'Lilo and Stitch' trailer just dropped and fine, we admit it: it looks fantastic (video)

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 20:00
This nostalgic remake of the 2002 animated classic arrives on May 23, 2025.

United Airlines' Newark To Marrakesh Route To Go On Hiatus

Aviation News - 13 March, 2025 - 19:40

United Airlines recently undertook one of the most ambitious international network expansions in modern airline history. Over the past two years, the airline has added over a dozen different new routes to destinations across the globe, many of which are traditionally lower-volume leisure destinations. One of the most notable examples of such an airport is United Airlines' seasonal service from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK). This non-stop flight connects the airline's principal East Coast gateway with a travel destination in North Africa that has only continued to grow more popular with travelers.

Watch moon dust fly as private Blue Ghost lunar lander touches down (video)

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 19:00
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost moon lander just beamed home up-close video of its epic March 2 touchdown, showing how its thrusters kicked up plumes of lunar dust.

ESA's Hera probe trains its cameras at Mars' moon Deimos | Space photo of the day March 13, 2025

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 18:30
During a flyby of Mars on Wednesday (March 12), ESA's Hera spacecraft inaugurated use of its science instruments to image the smaller of the planet's two moons, Deimos.

This Is American Airlines’ Fastest-Growing Hub For International Flights

Aviation News - 13 March, 2025 - 18:05

Thanks to American Airlines'extensive network to Canada, the Caribbean, and Mexico, it is the United States' second-largest international operator. Cirium Diio data shows that it plans an average of 372 daily international takeoffs during the northern aviation summer (March 30 to October 25 based on IATA slot seasons), varying from as few as 307 to as many as 452.

Capri Sun takes a swing at an eclipse with limited 'Moon Punch' drink

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 18:00
Capri Sun now shares another thing in common with NASA. The juice brand and space agency are already using the same foil for their drink packages. Now both are moon-bound.

Boeing's Deliveries Rose More Than 60% In February

Aviation News - 13 March, 2025 - 17:30

On March 11th, 2025, US-based commercial aircraft manufacturer Boeing indicated that it had delivered 44 aircraft in February, which marked an increase in production from the 27 it delivered the month prior. The aircraft builder has noted that it will work to stabilize and then increase production of its Boeing 737 MAX and Boeing 787 models, according to Reuters. This figure fell slightly behind January's number when the planemaker's 45 deliveries were the company's best for a single month since 2023, after a period marked by continued production delays.

Tiny Mars moon Deimos gets a rare close-up, thanks to Europe's Hera asteroid probe (photos)

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 17:29
Europe's HERA mission has taken a good look at Mars and its moon Deimos on its way to explore the aftermath of the DART impact in the Didymos–Dimorphos asteroid system.

How to spot fake images of the 'Blood Worm Moon' total lunar eclipse

Space News - 13 March, 2025 - 17:00
The moon will turn blood red overnight on Thursday and Friday during the 'Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse. How can you tell what images of this event are the real deal?

Emirates Introduces New Parsys Telemedicine Equipment For Cabin Emergency Management

Aviation News - 13 March, 2025 - 15:52

When a medical emergency occurs onboard a commercial aircraft, the crew will often look to divert to a nearby airport to ensure that the impacted passenger can be given medical attention by specialists on the ground. However, this leaves a period of time spent in limbo, when minimal treatment options are available as the plane diverts. At Emirates, a new partnership with Parsys is looking to address this.

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