Air New Zealand To Issue "Guidance" Instead After Ditching 2030 Science-Based Climate Targets

Aviation News - 5 May, 2025 - 11:54

Air New Zealand has decided to change its goals from targeted achievements to a tracking process for reducing emissions via a 2030 Emissions Guidance. According to a LinkedIn post by Kiri Hannifin, Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer for Air New Zealand, and an airline statement, the decision to go from targets to guidance was due to the technological challenges and "uncertainty" in meeting the original targets. However, as Hannifin shared with the media, Air New Zealand continues to be committed to aviation sustainability.

Scientists chased a falling spacecraft with a plane to understand satellite air pollution

Space News - 5 May, 2025 - 11:00
A dramatic aircraft chase of a falling spacecraft has provided new insights into the fiery processes that accompany the atmospheric demise of retired satellites.

2nd Airbus A321XLR Route Gone: Wizz Air Cuts Milan-Abu Dhabi Flights From Network Plan

Aviation News - 5 May, 2025 - 09:23

Wizz Air’s plans to operate its Airbus A321XLR on the Milan-Abu Dhabi route will not materialize, as reports suggest that the carrier was struggling to attract passengers for this service. The route has been removed from its network, and it seems that Etihad will be the only carrier connecting the two airports for the foreseeable future.

SAS "Concerned" That Chinese Airlines Are Allowed To Fly To Norway Over Russian Airspace

Aviation News - 4 May, 2025 - 18:23

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has raised concerns about Chinese airlines being allowed to fly to Norway via Russian airspace. The statement comes as SAS reaffirms its strong support for Ukrainian sovereignty in the wake of Russia’s ongoing invasion. Russian airspace and airlines have been subject to Western sanctions since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022.

10 must-have 'Star Wars' books and novels coming soon to your galaxy

Space News - 4 May, 2025 - 18:08
Save up your credits and make room on your shelves for these tempting new 'Star Wars' titles.

American Airlines Expands New York LaGuardia Flights With 4 New Routes

Aviation News - 4 May, 2025 - 16:50

American Airlines is expanding its domestic route network from New York LaGuardia International Airport (LGA) by adding four new corridors. The move comes as the carrier seeks to strengthen its position against competitors operating out of New York. Notably, some of the routes are returning after a two-year hiatus.

This iconic 'Star Wars' Rebel pilot helmet from the Battle of Hoth could fetch $400K at auction

Space News - 4 May, 2025 - 16:00
Deep-pocket collectors can try to score this rare artifact from 'The Empire Strikes Back'.

'Falcon' flies on Star Wars Day: SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from Florida (photos)

Space News - 4 May, 2025 - 15:32
Living up to its Star Wars' namesake, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket took flight again, delivering 29 Starlink satellites to low Earth orbit on Sunday, May 4th, 2025 —Star Wars Day.

Spirit AeroSystems To Layoff Up To 350 People On Boeing 737 Production Line

Aviation News - 4 May, 2025 - 15:00

Amid extensive production issues and continued delays involved in the Boeing 737 program, Spirit AeroSystems, a key supplier of aerostructures to the Seattle-based manufacturer, has decided that it will temporarily lay off workers on its production line. The company has insisted that the move is a short-term measure.

Forget Darth Vader and the Emperor: The Empire has never been scarier than in 'Andor' season 2

Space News - 4 May, 2025 - 15:00
There's no lightsabers or planet-killing super-weapons (yet), but the latest season of the 'Rogue One' prequel shows what the Rebels are fighting against.

What would it be like living on Tatooine from 'Star Wars'? This exoplanet orbiting twin suns could tell us

Space News - 4 May, 2025 - 12:00
Luke found life on Tatooine to be boring, but he should be glad, because as we have seen, binary stars have the potential to play all kinds of havoc on their orbiting circumbinary planets.

Frontier Airlines Cuts Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday Flights Over "Economic Uncertainty"

Aviation News - 4 May, 2025 - 11:25

In the May 1st Frontier Airlines earnings call, airline executives shared plans to return to profitability by capacity cuts on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday through mid-November to reduce unprofitable flying. Frontier Airlines had a first-quarter 2025 net loss of $43 million, or $0.19 per share. However, Frontier Airlines was able to claim a record 107 available seat miles (ASMs) per gallon during the first quarter, showing leading fuel efficiency. Frontier Airlines also had improvement on revenue air seat miles - a statistic to be explained below - and continues to work to improve its balance sheet.

Gone By 2029: Examining Icelandair's Limited Boeing 767 Operations

Aviation News - 4 May, 2025 - 11:00

As part of its Q1 results presentation, Icelandair has confirmed that it will end twin-aisle jet passenger operations by 2029, with its last Boeing 767-300ER exiting the fleet within the next decade. The Icelandic carrier currently has three passenger 767-300ERs, and one converted 767-300ER freighter.

For Star Wars Day, May the 4th, you'll have to use all your Jedi powers to grab this Lego set — Jango Fett's Starship WILL sell out fast

Space News - 4 May, 2025 - 09:00
Lego has launched the first new Lego Star Wars set of 2025, and it's an absolute beauty, packed with details and 2,970-pieces, Star Wars fans and collectors will need to use the Force to grab this one.

Get everybody's favorite droid at its lowest-ever price for Star Wars Day!

Space News - 4 May, 2025 - 06:00
The 2314-piece collectible Lego Star Wars R2-D2 is 30% off at its lowest-ever price for Star Wars Day this May 4th!

Indianapolis Regains Direct Flights To Europe With This New A321XLR Route

Aviation News - 4 May, 2025 - 01:30

Aer Lingus has launched flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Indianapolis (IND) today. Its new service, operated by the Airbus A321XLR, will mark the US airports' first connection to Europe since Delta ended flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The connection, which operates four times a week, represents an important milestone for both IND and Aer Lingus.

This Airline's Entire Fleet Of New Airbus A330neos Is Temporarily Grounded For Maintenance

Aviation News - 3 May, 2025 - 21:00

Aircalin serves the French territory of New Caledonia with four aircraft. Two of these are Airbus A320neos, providing connectivity to destinations closer to home. The remainder of the fleet comprises a pair of A330-900s, both of which will be temporarily grounded for standard and scheduled maintenance work, and typically would be employed for long-haul destinations.

Emirates Anticipates 1st Boeing 777X Delivery By The End Of 2026

Aviation News - 3 May, 2025 - 20:14

Emirates expects to receive its long-awaited Boeing 777X widebody aircraft by the end of 2026, the airline’s chairman and chief executive officer, Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, said during a media roundtable at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. The news comes despite the airline expressing doubts earlier this year about receiving the 777X by 2026. Emirates is currently awaiting 205 Boeing 777X deliveries and is the world’s largest customer of the type.

Close Call With US Army Helicopter: FAA Investigating 2 Aborted Landings At Washington National Airport

Aviation News - 3 May, 2025 - 20:07

On May 1, 2025, two airliners were forced to abort landings at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport(DCA), after a US Army Black Hawk helicopter entered their approach path. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are already investigating this incident.

Denver International Airport Opens 4 New Concourse A Concessions

Aviation News - 3 May, 2025 - 19:41

Denver International Airport has continued to report record-breaking passenger volumes, and it has just reached another milestone as it works to accommodate 100 million passengers in the next few decades. The airport opened four new restaurants on the facility's Concourse A, giving travelers more dining options as they wait for their flight or first arrive in the Mile High City.

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