AviationTech

25d ago

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Which airlines actually have really advanced apps?

I used to mostly fly European ultra low cost and some Asian carriers where the apps are pretty basic. Sometimes it is basically just a web based check in through Amadeus or Sabre. Then I flew Lufthansa and was honestly surprised. Accurate luggage tracking, push notifications for...

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1month ago

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Boeing fuel cutoff switches popping up again is not a good sign ndtv.com

This is starting to feel uncomfortable. Another report about fuel switch cutoff issues, this time involving an Air India Dreamliner, and it’s right on the heels of AI171. Even if this ends up being procedural or isolated, the timing is awful. When the same system keeps showing...

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2month ago

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On Southwest aircraft (mostly the 737), that light is not Wi-Fi.

oor status indicator. What it means: Light ON → the cockpit door is locked/secured Light OFF → the cockpit door is unlocked (usually only during boarding, deplaning, or specific procedures) It’s there so flight attendants can quickly confirm the door is secured without knocking...

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2month ago

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Lufthansa to retrofit 130 Airbus A320s with real-time trajectory technology aerospaceglobalnews.com

Lufthansa is equipping its A320-family aircraft with advanced FANS-C technology, enhancing communication between pilots and air traffic control. This upgrade enables more precise routing, improved situational awareness, and better use of airspace, especially on busy European...

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2month ago

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“Detected 73 devices not in airplane mode”… is that actually a thing?

Was on a United flight on a 737-800/900 getting ready for takeoff when the FA made an announcement saying something like “we’re detecting 73 devices that are not in airplane mode.” I fly a lot and have never heard that before. Based on my (limited) understanding of wireless...

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2month ago

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Pegasus Airlines doesn’t provide free water on international flights… is this allowed?

I recently flew Pegasus on an international route and was surprised to learn that they don’t provide free water at all, not even a cup. Cabin crew confirmed this is their policy and that the only option is to buy drinks from the onboard cafe. I know Pegasus is a low cost...

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3month ago

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Airport codes that would’ve been perfect but got scooped by tiny airports

Fun thought experiment. Which three letter codes feel like they should’ve gone to a major airport but ended up on some small field nobody’s ever heard of? Stuff like OHR which would’ve been great for O’Hare but is actually a little airport in Germany, or OHA which is in New...

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3month ago

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Lufthansa Technik Upgrades Cabins on Original A318 Elite VIP Jets ainonline.com

Lufthansa Technik is giving the original Airbus A318 Elite cabins a major refresh, bringing them closer to today’s VIP jet standards. The upgrade includes new materials, modern lighting, and improved entertainment systems while keeping the classic layout that owners love. It’s...

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7month ago

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Rolls-Royce’s UltraFan Is a Game-Changer And GE Might Be Sweating simpleflying.com

Rolls-Royce’s new UltraFan engine has caught my attention in a big way. This beast has a 140-inch fan diameter, making it larger than GE’s GE9X and potentially more efficient. Not only is it designed to run on 100% SAF, but it's modular, quieter, and even eliminates the need for...

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