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Detached Wing Panel of One Air 747 Found at Heathrow 2 Months Later

A UK AAIB report reveals that a trailing-edge panel from a Boeing 747-400 freighter operated by One Air was discovered adjacent to runway 27L at Heathrow two months after detaching during landing. The panel, located on the upper left wing, had detached during approach.

2025-01-10T09:02:03.926657-08:00

Flying Magazine

Stratolaunch's Roc Engaged in Hypersonic Military Testing

2025-01-09T13:50:28.460623-08:00

AeroTime

Remaining Routes for Boeing 747 Flights in 2025

2025-01-08T03:32:24.428980-08:00

AeroTime

Air Canada and Lufthansa Boost Airbus Orders, Enhancing Fleets

2024-12-20T06:37:00.394422-08:00

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Detached Wing Panel of One Air 747 Found at Heathrow 2 Months Later A UK AAIB report reveals that a trailing-edge panel from a Boeing 747-400 freighter operated by One Air was discovered adjacent to runway 27L at Heathrow two months after detaching during landing. The panel, located on the upper left wing, had detached during approach.

2025-01-10T09:02:03.926657-08:00

Detached Wing Panel of One Air 747 Found at Heathrow 2 Months Later

Flying Magazine

Stratolaunch's Roc Engaged in Hypersonic Military Testing Stratolaunch's Roc, with its impressive wingspan, is being utilized for hypersonic test campaigns, focusing on the Talon-A vehicle. This development reflects growing military interest in advanced aerospace capabilities to enhance defense strategies.

2025-01-09T13:50:28.460623-08:00

Stratolaunch's Roc Engaged in Hypersonic Military Testing

AeroTime

Remaining Routes for Boeing 747 Flights in 2025 Discover which airlines continue to operate the Boeing 747 in 2025 and the routes they offer. Despite its declining presence, the Queen of the Skies maintains a loyal following and distinct roles in certain fleet operations.

2025-01-08T03:32:24.428980-08:00

Remaining Routes for Boeing 747 Flights in 2025

South China Morning Post

Korean Air to Retire Boeing 747 on Seoul-Atlanta Route in 2025 Korean Air will replace its Boeing 747 with the Boeing 777-300ER for its 7,153-mile route connecting Seoul and Atlanta by 2025, marking the end of the longest Boeing 747 passenger flight. This strategic shift reflects a move towards more fuel-efficient aircraft.

2024-12-30T12:19:43.957802-08:00

Korean Air to Retire Boeing 747 on Seoul-Atlanta Route in 2025

AeroTime

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Air Canada and Lufthansa Boost Airbus Orders, Enhancing Fleets Air Canada has placed a firm order for five additional Airbus A220-300s, marking continued expansion of its fleet. Concurrently, Lufthansa Group has ordered five more A350-1000s, reinforcing its commitment to fleet modernization and sustainability goals. These orders underline robust demand for Airbus aircraft in the commercial aviation sector.

2024-12-20T06:37:00.394422-08:00

Air Canada and Lufthansa Boost Airbus Orders, Enhancing Fleets

FlightGlobal

Challenge Group Expands Fleet with Sixth Boeing 747-400 Freighter The Challenge Group has bolstered its Belgian division by adding a sixth Boeing 747-400F to its fleet. This strategic acquisition, alongside its existing four 767-300Fs, signifies a pivotal step in their fleet strategy, highlighting the group's dedication to expanding its cargo capacity.

2024-12-18T01:47:44.854305-08:00

Challenge Group Expands Fleet with Sixth Boeing 747-400 Freighter

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NASA Explores Aircraft Contrails' Climate Impact with GE and Boeing NASA Langley Research Center collaborates with GE Aerospace and Boeing to examine the environmental effects of aircraft contrails. A modified Boeing 747 is employed as a test bed to gather data aimed at reducing aviation's carbon footprint.

2024-12-01T08:36:01.915735-08:00

NASA Explores Aircraft Contrails' Climate Impact with GE and Boeing

Runway Girl

GE and NASA Conduct Contrail Tests to Assess Environmental Impact GE Aerospace and NASA are advancing the study of contrails through unique flight tests designed to enhance the aviation sector's understanding of their environmental effects.

2024-11-17T05:06:44.146000-08:00

GE and NASA Conduct Contrail Tests to Assess Environmental Impact

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