American Airlines has announced new restrictions on portable chargers that passengers can bring on flights for their electronic devices. These changes will go into effect on Friday and are being implemented in response to a high number of lithium battery incidents on commercial flights this year. The Federal Aviation Administration has reported nearly 100 battery […]

Residents living near New York City’s busiest airports are facing increased noise levels that have become more than just a nuisance – it’s now a potential health concern. According to a study from University College London, exposure to high levels of aircraft noise can lead to a decline in heart function, increasing the risk of […]

Joby Aviation Conducts Air Taxi Test Flights in New York City Electric air taxis may soon become a reality in New York City as Joby Aviation conducts a week-long test of point-to-point demonstration flights. This milestone brings the company closer to gaining government approval for commercial use of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. […]

Joby Aviation recently completed a successful demonstration of point-to-point air taxi flights in New York City, utilizing the existing heliport network to connect John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to various locations in Manhattan. This flight trial was part of Joby’s week-long Electric Skies Tour, aimed at showcasing the capabilities of its electric vertical take-off […]

Electric Air Taxi Demonstrates Flights in New York City An electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, developed by Joby Aviation, has successfully completed a series of demonstration flights in New York City. These flights included routes between John F. Kennedy International Airport and multiple heliports in Manhattan. Joby Aviation, a leading eVTOL company, aims […]

Low-Fare Airlines Request $2. A group of low-fare airlines have come together to request a $2. 5 billion bailout from the Trump administration. This is in response to the increasing costs of jet fuel, which have been spurred by the Iran war. The Association of Value Airlines (AVA), a trade organization representing low-cost carriers, has […]

Joby Aviation Inc., a startup based in the United States and backed by Japanese car manufacturer Toyota Motor Corp. , announced on Monday that it has begun conducting demonstration flights of its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in New York. These flights, which showcase the potential of the eVTOL aircraft, have been successfully […]

Arkia Israel Airlines, a leading airline in Israel, has recently launched its first business class service to Europe. The service will initially be available on the Tel Aviv-Paris route, with plans to expand to other European destinations in the future. The airline has converted one of its Airbus A320 aircraft to include a premium cabin, […]

The Essential Air Service (EAS) is a federal program that subsidizes airlines to serve smaller communities. This program was created after airline deregulation to ensure that remote areas remain connected to the national air network. In order to qualify for EAS, airlines must offer at least two daily flights. One such community that benefits from […]

Airlines have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, with many struggling to stay afloat as travel restrictions and border closures continue. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has estimated that global airlines will lose $84. 3 billion in 2020, with a further $15. 8 billion loss expected in 2021. The situation is particularly dire […]