United Kingdom Lifts all Travel Restrictions

The Transport Secretary of the United Kingdom has confirmed this morning that all U.K. travel restrictions will be lifted at the end of this week. This means that passengers intending to enter and stay in the United Kingdom, regardless of vaccination status, will not have to take a pre-arrival COVID-19 test or book a test after arrival in Britain. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

UPS 747 Takes Delivery of Final 747, Marking the End of an Era

Cargo giant UPS has taken delivery of its latest and final Boeing 747 from the Everett factory. On April 8th, N633UP took off from Paine Field in Washington to the UPS Worldport in Louisville, KY. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

JetBlue Makes Bid To Acquire Spirit Airlines

Just two months after Frontier announced its plan to purchase Spirit Airlines, JetBlue has made an even more generous bid to purchase the ultra-low-cost carrier. This offer has acted as a competitive blow to Frontier Airlines, which was hoping to use consolidation to grow its presence across America. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

How The Cirrus SR22 Revolutionized Aviation

In 1995 when Cirrus first announced its “Hangar X”, where its original Cirrus SR20 was eagerly awaiting its release to the skies, pilots were waiting with bated breath at what was deemed to be the most modern airplane yet. After the SR20 was released, however, aviators who had anticipated a revitalized and modern design were disappointed at the lack of creativity and simplicity of the highly anticipated airplane. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

Lufthansa To Add Service Between St. Louis and Germany

Sources have claimed european giant Lufthansa plans to serve Lambert International Airport in St. Louis, Mo. With strong hubs in Frankfurt and Munich and a wide variety of widebody aircraft capable of making the transatlantic journey, the carrier has many options if they decide to implement these routes. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

An Inside Perspective: Working as a Ramper

When one thinks of a career in aviation, working as a pilot oftentimes comes to mind. However, airline operations go far beyond time in the air. Bags need to come on and off the aircraft, fuel needs to be replenished, the cabin cleaned, cargo dropped, aircraft towed- a large list of important tasks is involved in the departure of every flight. If one likes a good workout, loves a fast-paced environment and doesn't mind the smell of jet fuel, then the ramp could be a great career option. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

Disruptive Emirates Passenger Arrested in Manchester

On Thursday evening, Emirates flight EK019 was boarded by police shortly after landing at Manchester Airport in the U.K. following its flight from Dubai. Greater Manchester Police responded to reports of a disruptive passenger onboard the Airbus A380 at around 6:30 PM GMT, and the 29-year-old was subsequently arrested on suspicion of "sexual assault, affray, criminal damage, drunk onboard and threatening behavior". (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

Mexico City Opens New Airport

For years Mexico City has been plagued by significant growth, both in population and in the aviation sector, without the capacity to handle it. In particular, capacity-strained Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is running out of time and space to adequately serve the largest population center in Latin America. However, on March 21, 2022, the Felipe Ángeles International Airport (NLU) was inaugurated, providing some sort of closure on Mexico City's long-running airport saga.… (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

The Downfall of Pan American World Airways

Pan American World Airways was an aviation giant for decades. However, despite its great reputation and global presence, the carrier was facing severe challenges. Eventually, global events combined with fierce competition brought the giant down. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...

Condor Reveals New Vacation Inspired Livery

On Monday, Frankfurt-based carrier Condor revealed its new livery in Toulouse on its first A330neo aircraft, which will fly for the airline in Fall 2022. (aeroxplorer.com) Mehr...