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Turkish Airlines moving to new Istanbul Airport – All the Details

In just a few days Turkish Airlines will conduct one of the biggest moving operation in global aviation history. The flag carrier of Turkey will move to the new Istanbul Airport beginning of April 5 at 03:00 AM. As the greatest airport project of the world, the first stage of the move towards Istanbul Airport…
Pilots Anonymously Report Problems with 737 MAX8

NASA is providing its Aviation Safety Report System since many years to offer a safe, confidential way for pilots and avation personnel to report safety related incidents anonymously. Lately the database shows various reports of incidents from concerned pilots about issues with MCAS and handling of the Boeing 737 MAX8. This questions the assessment of…
The final frontier of aviation: ultra-long distance travel at speed

A new exploration of the world’s fastest private jets by Air Charter Service (ACS) has the Cessna Citation X+ sneaking into pole position at 0.935 Mach – that’s a hairsbreadth off supersonic speed. But this fast plane is unlikely to hold its position for long. There is a revolution taking place in aviation that will…
7 Things You Need to Know About Flying Private

Taking a private flight is a unique and pleasant experience that dodges many of the hassles of larger flights. You do need to do things a little bit differently to take full advantage of those differences, but there are only a few things that you need to remember if you want to have the best…
News – Meet the Airbus A220

In a surprising move, Airbus has revealed the renaming of the former Bombardier C Series (CS100 and CS300) to Airbus A220-100 and A220-300. The aircraft are fully optimized for the 100 to 150 seat market and perfectly complement Airbus’ existing best-selling A320neo family. “Everyone at Airbus has been looking forward to this historic moment. Today,…
Boeing announces Partnership with Embraer

Just five days after the Airbus-Bombardier C-Series partnership came into effect, rival Boaing has announced that they are taking over 100% of Embraer’s commercial aircraft operations. In October 2017 Airbus purchased a 50.01% majority stake in the Bombardier CSeries program. As part of the deal, Bombardier retained a 31% stake in the aircraft and Investissement…
Jetseta’s tips for maximizing your private flight

A private flight provides flexibility, absolute privacy, extreme comfort and allows you to manage your time completely, as well as the flight itinerary. But believe it or not, there are certain guidelines that can make your experience even better, especially if you’re not a frequent private flyer. How much earlier should I arrive before departure?…
Impressions of the New Lufthansa Brand Design

Lufthansa has revealed its new, modernized brand image to customers and employees at two major events at the Frankfurt and Munich hubs. The most visible change is the new aircraft livery. The familiar blue-yellow color combination of Lufthansa will be retained – but the use of these primary colors has been redefined. The blue specially…
Red Bull Air Race 2018 Calendar

With glittering skyscrapers reflecting the Arabian Gulf, Abu Dhabi is home to one of the most dramatic skylines in the Red Bull Air Race World Championship – and the 2018 season promises thrilling action to match. Thirteen of the world’s best pilots will resume their rivalries at 370kph with forces up to 10G, joined by…
Sky Airline: Why operating in other LATAM countries seems inevitable

The norm when a market has reached its peak is to look elsewhere. Especially in aviation, when the move can be financially justified in the long term, expanding to foreign markets in a same region is the next step when thinking globally down the runway. It’s a step Chilean low-cost carrier Sky Airline is willing…
How cryptocurrencies are changing private jet travel

For private jet passengers, time and reliability are paramount when booking a flight. Flexibility and safety is also within the coveted traits of this market. During the past few months, a new payment method, the cryptocurrencies, have propelled this market to new heights, granting clients with a swifter, secure and universal transaction system. Speed and…
History and Retirement of Boeing 747

After 48 years of service one of the most popular passenger jets, the Boeing 747, is being retired. Here’s a look back at the jumbo jet’s history. It’s time to say goodbye to one of the world’s most iconic aircrafts, the Boeing 747. United and Delta, the last two airlines to fly 747s, have announced…
Key West after the Hurricane – FAA installs Mobile Air Traffic Control Tower

No, this is no camper! After Hurricane Irma has destroyed Florida Keys, FAA has implemented this mobile air traffic control tower at Key West International Airport (KEYW). It was brought making a road trip down the East Coast by trailer from Hartford, CT. This fully-equipped tower will provide air traffic services for all of the…
Photo of the Week – Korean Air Cargo Boeing 777F Gear Spray

We haven’t done a “Photo of the Week” in a while. But this one is definitely worth a dedicated posting. Korean Air Cargo B777 at Amsterdam Schiphol International Airport – Photo (c) Ramon Kok (via Flickr) Remember to add your photos to the Flightstory Flickr Group to be featured here, too! It’s a fast growing…
Should I buy or hire a private jet?

So your business competitor has a private jet? Maybe you are planning to travel a lot next year? Whatever the case, there are pros and cons of buying your own private jet. But most importantly, in order to make the right long term decision, it is important to account for different variables; especially the range…
What’s an empty leg flight and why is it so cheap?

Searching for an opportunity to fly on a private jet for a bargain? Well, there’s an option, but you will have to be willing to travel on short notice and sometimes adapt to last minute changes. An empty leg is a flight that becomes available during the reposition of a jet, flying empty to start…
Iran Air takes delivery of its first new Aircraft since decades

As part of an ambitious fleet renewal program, Iran Air has taken delivery of its first new, modern aircraft – an Airbus A321. Decades of sanctions by US and EU had forced the airline to keep operating their old aircraft, like 8 Airbus A300 (37 years old), 2 A310, 21 year old A320, and 27…
New Russian Strategic Bomber May Takeoff Sooner

Russian “Sputniknews” is reporting that work on the all-new Russian stealthy strategic bomber PAK DA is coming along at a good pace. According to the Chief of the Russian Air and Space Forces, the prototype may hit the skies well before 2021. Russia’s prospective complex of distant aviation (PAK DA) is a proposed next-generation strategic…
First Boeing 737 MAX 8 – What is new?

This week Boeing celebrated the completion of the first 737 MAX 8. The freshly painted 737 MAX 8, named the Spirit of Renton, will undergo pre-flight preparation in the factory before departing for Renton Field to continue flight test readiness. The airplane is on track for first flight in early 2016. With the second and…
Mustang, Spitfire, Hurricane – The Fighters that Brought the Luftwaffe to its Knees

Germany had the most powerful air force in Europe when the World War II started. It was a bitter truth for the Allies, forced to deal with a strong, well trained, and modern Luftwaffe (the German air force) that appeared seemingly from nowhere. For more than five years after seizing the power, Hitler managed to…
KLM Unboxing the Boeing 787 Dreamliner

The latest trend in online videos is the so-called unboxing videos. In these videos people show how they unpack their newest, sexiest gadgets. Smart phones, smart watches, tablets, game consoles, you name it. The whole world watches how someone unpacks his or her latest purchase. To introduce the newest member of the KLM fleet, DDB…