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Cranky Weekly Review presented by Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport: United Earnings, Spirit Continues to Shrink
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Cranky Weekly Review presented by Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport: United Earnings, Spirit Continues to Shrink

United Boasts Strong Summer Earnings United Airlines is next up for Q3 reporting, and the carrier posted higher-than-expected earnings for the summer despite revenue totals that missed Wall Street estimates. UA’s net profit for the quarter was nearly $949 million, a 1.7% drop from Q3 a year ago. Its gross revenue was up nearly 3%...

The Cranky Flier Oct 17, 2025
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GeminiJets Airplane Models – September 25 New Release + Discounts
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GeminiJets Airplane Models – September 25 New Release + Discounts

I have been collecting GeminiJets since they launched 20 years ago! During difficult times, I have found that model collecting can help alleviate some of the stress. Video Special Offer This is a sponsored post to showcase the latest GeminiJets airplane model releases. Hope you find something you like. To purchase GeminiJets, go to DiecastJets.com and use code SAMCHUI at checkout for up to 25% off and free shipping in the US. September 2025 1:400 New Relea

Sam Chui Oct 17, 2025
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Volunteer Spotlight — Tom Ewing
🚁 Military & Defense

Volunteer Spotlight — Tom Ewing

This piece originally ran in the September 2025 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine.   Tom Ewing, EAA 446994, was surrounded by aviation history since birth, coming from a family of military aviators, so he has always been fascinated with the stories and legacy. He never knew any other way of living other than in […] The post Volunteer Spotlight — Tom Ewing first appeared on Hangar Flying.

EAA Hangar Flying Oct 16, 2025
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The Five Keys to Airworthiness
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The Five Keys to Airworthiness

By Lisa Turner, EAA Lifetime 509911/Vintage 724296 This piece originally ran in Lisa’s Airworthy column in the September 2025 issue of EAA Sport Aviation magazine. We talk about airworthiness, but what is it? We know it when we see it, but do we know it when we don’t see it? Once we have it, can […] The post The Five Keys to Airworthiness first appeared on Hangar Flying.

EAA Hangar Flying Oct 16, 2025
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EAA’s The Green Dot — T-38 Instructor Pilot Olga Custodio
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EAA’s The Green Dot — T-38 Instructor Pilot Olga Custodio

This time on The Green Dot, hosts Chris and Margaret are joined by Lt. Col. Olga Custodio, a retired T-38 instructor pilot and the first Latina U.S. Air Force pilot, to discuss her career and experiences in the cockpit.   The Green Dot, sponsored by Crewchief Systems, is a podcast created by aviation enthusiasts for […] The post EAA’s The Green Dot — T-38 Instructor Pilot Olga Custodio first appeared on Hangar Flying.

EAA Hangar Flying Oct 16, 2025
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Departing VIP
✈️ Commercial Aviation

Departing VIP

Departing New Zealand today on export is Piper PA31-350 Navajo Chieftain ZK-VIP (c/n 31-7405482).The 1974 model Chieftain was placed on the New Zealand register on the 15th of March 1993 first being used by VIP Air Charter Ltd out of Hamilton. In 1997 it was used on a short-lived air service between Hamilton and Gisborne air service under the name of Te Kaahu Airlines... see https://

3rd Level New Zealand Oct 13, 2025
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British Airways’ lounge renaissance: Style, Substance and a hint of Contradiction?
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British Airways’ lounge renaissance: Style, Substance and a hint of Contradiction?

British Airways has unveiled new lounges in Miami and Dubai as part of its £7 billion transformation, marking a shift toward a more modern, expressive travel experience. These lounges blend local influences with British sensibility, offering a comfortable and vibrant atmosphere. However, a disconnect remains between the lounges and the airline's onboard aesthetic.

TheDesignAir Oct 12, 2025
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Aquatic & Vintage Airways' Widgeons and Beaver
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Aquatic & Vintage Airways' Widgeons and Beaver

After Sea Bee Air ceased operating Grumman Widgeon and Goose aircraft on scheduled services in New Zealand during Easter 1989 there was one final operator that continued commercial operations using G. While this was the end of amphibious scheduled services it was not the end of commercial flying by amphibians. That honour goes to Aquatic & Vintage Airways Ltd and, as it was later renamed,

3rd Level New Zealand Oct 11, 2025
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Hangin’ Out Between the Runways at SEA!
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Hangin’ Out Between the Runways at SEA!

Over the last few years, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has invited some local AvGeeks, who love sharing their airline passion online, to a special gathering. We all meet up airside and get a rundown of the day, go through security, then pile into a few vans and head out to the airfield, all under escort from airport ops. That part alone is pretty entertaining and fun, but it gets better from there. 

AirlineReporter Oct 08, 2025
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Kitsap High School Needs Your Help!
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Kitsap High School Needs Your Help!

We Need Your Vote!  This week Dylan Phillips reached out asking for help. His school, South Kitsap High School, is in the finals of the T-Mobile competition! They won the first two prizes and now we can help them win the big prize of a $1,000,000 dollar stadium makeover and an all expense paid trip for selected school representatives to the 2025 SEC Championship game! All you need to do is Scan the Link below or go to the website HERE and enter your email and click vote. I voted on the

Flight To Success Oct 06, 2025
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It’s that time… Voting time! Launching TheDesignAir Awards 2025
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It’s that time… Voting time! Launching TheDesignAir Awards 2025

The DesignAir Awards 2025 are now open for public voting in multiple categories, including Best Design Airline by region. Participants can vote until November 10th. Airlines are evaluated based on design aspects enhancing passenger experience rather than service metrics. Winners will be revealed in December 2025. Vote now!

TheDesignAir Oct 03, 2025
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