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Air New Zealand announced on Tuesday that it was bailing out of its 2030 science-based carbon intensity reduction targets because it could not meet the goals because of various obstacles.

Air New Zealand becomes first major airline to drop 2030 climate goals

- Advertisement - The Korean flag carrier on Monday inked a memorandum of understanding with the U.S. plane maker to buy 20 777-9s and 20 Boeing 787-10s, with the right to buy 10 more 787-10s later on. The size of the deal is reportedly around 30 trillion won, the carrier’s...

Korean Air fleet to soar with $22 billion order for 50 Boeing airplanes

Business Insider

Airbus won more orders than a subdued Boeing, but supply-chain issues took center stage as Farnborough saw reduced airline business.

Boeing and Airbus go head-to-head at a giant industry airshow every 2 years. This time, neither won.

A Texas start-up is developing cargo gliders that would be towed behind a jet.

Could the 'flying piano' help transform air cargo?

SlashGear

While most are familiar with fighter jets taking off, one of America's most storied military aircraft is the largest plane to land on an aircraft carrier.

What Was The Largest Plane To Ever Land On A Carrier?

McDonald’s is hoping it can get diners back with a new big burger it has dubbed the “Big Arch.”. The “Big Arch” includes two beef patties, layered melted cheese, “crispy” toppings, and a slab of McDonald’s tangy sauce, the chain’s CEO Chris Kempczinski told investors during an earnings call on Monday.

McDonald's is going bigger than a Big Mac

But back in the middle of the 20th century, air travel was a luxurious affair. Passengers got dressed up, seats were padded and roomy, and meals were served on trays, with cocktails in crystal glasses. That glamorous vision of air travel of yesteryear was thanks primarily to Pan American World...

A Famous Bygone Airline Is Returning to the Skies in 2025

Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com daily. Today’s Top Pick is a 1941 Boeing​/​Stearman PT-17....

This 1941 Boeing/Stearman PT-17 Is a Tough, Two-Winged ‘Aircraft For Sale’ Top Pick

California State

Joby Aviation Sets New Milestone in Sustainable Aviation. A hydrogen-electric air taxi, developed by Joby Aviation, has completed a record-breaking 523-mile (nearly 842km) flight over California. This groundbreaking flight marks the first forward flight of a hydrogen-powered aircraft capable of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL). Record-breaking achievement. The flight, conducted...

California: Hydrogen-powered air taxi covers 523 miles in record-breaking maiden flight

Donald Trump has never been one to show much support for eco-friendly tech. While he was in office, he pulled the U.S. out the Paris climate accords and so far through his re-election campaign he’s pledged to scrap an electric vehicle mandate that doesn’t actually exist. Despite all this, he now appears to be changing his tune on the EV revolution. Or, more likely, he’s now lying about his views for political expediency.

Now Trump says EVs are 'incredible'

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Travel Smarter! Sign up for our free newsletter. Qatar Airways was declared the best airline in the world at the 2024 Airline Awards in London on June 24. Qatar beat out Singapore Airlines, last year’s winner, who slipped to the number two spot this year. Emirates, ANA All Nippon Airways, and Cathay Pacific Airways completed the top five. No North American airline made the top twenty, with Delta narrowly missing out at 21. Other North American airlines that made the top 50 are Air Canada (29) and United Airlines (42). In fact, those three airlines are the only North American airlines to receive any Airline Awards. Other popular North American airlines like American, JetBlue, and Southwest failed to even be mentioned for any individual award.

World’s Best Airline for 2024

A new name is swirling around as a possible CEO for Boeing. The aerospace industry publication The Air Current reported Sunday that former Rockwell Collins CEO Kelly Ortberg is being considered as a replacement for outgoing Boeing head Dave Calhoun. Suggested Reading. The planemaker is in search of a new...

The Boeing CEO search just roped in a big aerospace name

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Steve B Howard

Okay, here are the final four most reliable cars ever built (according to what I was able to find). If you read the first two articles I wrote you already know Japanese cars rank high on this list. If you haven't read those articles yet, well here is your chance.

Most Reliable Cars: The Final Four

Delta Air Lines appears to be exceedingly unhappy with the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike. CNBC reports that the carrier has hired David Boies, chairman of the high-powered law firm Boies Schiller Flexner, in advance of potential legal action related to a widespread computer outage linked to a faulty software update. Suggested...

Delta is bringing out the big guns to sue CrowdStrike

The Guardian

Two new AgustaWestland AW139s will be in use this year as total annual travel bill rises from £3.9m to £4.2m

Royal family to replace helicopters after flights cost more than £1m last year

Georgia State

Time Out

Allegiant is expanding again, and celebrating by offering extra-low fares on the new routes for a limited time. The low-cost airline announced eight new non-stop routes to 13 cities around the country, with budget-friendly options to popular vacation destinations in the South and beyond. The new routes and sale are perfect for planning a fall or winter getaway.

New routes on this popular airline are just $39 for a limited time

Even if an automaker survives bankruptcy proceedings, the restructured entity may no longer support the vehicles it previously produced. Owners of the Fisker Ocean could find themselves in this predicament, but they are banding together to defend their interests and fix the troubled electric crossover’s problems. Suggested Reading. Fisker...

Fisker Ocean owners are DIY-ing fixes amid automaker's bankruptcy

Sam Westreich, PhD

It’s not humans. How a survivor of a super-extinction repopulated our planet. There are more than 8 billion humans alive at this moment on Earth (unless something has gone horribly wrong). But humans aren’t the only dominant mammals.

For Millions of Years, Earth Was Dominated by a Single Vertebrate Genus

A Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-300 promptly aborted takeoff from Paris after pilots received an engine fire warning. To passengers onboard, it felt like an “explosion” had taken place. Delta Air Lines A330-300 Encounters Engine Issue In Paris. On July 23, 2024 Delta flight DL95 was scheduled to...

Delta Air Lines A330-300 Aborts Takeoff After Engine “Explosion” (Bird Strike?)

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Air New Zealand is the first major carrier to back down from its climate goals

New Zealand’s flag carrier has become the first major airline to officially back down from its short-term climate goals, citing delivery delays and the affordability of...

Air New Zealand is the first major carrier to back down from its climate goals

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