PaxEx.AeroSeth Miller

A Curious In‑Flight Connectivity (IFC) Supplier Shift

A report this week reveals a surprising switch in an operator's in‑flight connectivity (IFC) supplier. The change highlights the complexities and commercial friction of running multi‑vendor IFC portfolios, with implications for retrofit planning, satellite partnerships and supplier competitive dynamics across fleets.

2026-03-05T06:51:37.939705-08:00
Cranky Flier

Pratt & Whitney Engine Issues Push United’s 777‑200 Domestic Fleet Toward Early Retirement

By Cranky Flier: There is no other airplane in the US quite like it. United’s B777-200s in the domestic configuration are massive passenger haulers meant for high-demand routes, and they have done that job well for over 30 years.

2026-03-05T03:55:18.089939-08:00
Aviation WeekMolly McMillin

Aviation Legend Russ Meyer Jr. Dies At 93

By Aviation Week: Russ Meyer Jr., chair, CEO and chairman emeritus of Cessna Aircraft, died March 4 in Wichita at the age of 93 after a brief illness.

2026-03-05T01:42:13.791277-08:00