Tag: aircraft
Philippine Airlines Grows Fleet with New Airbus A350-1000 Boasting Enhanced Cabins
In June 2023, Philippine Airlines made a notable procurement of nine Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. The initial jet, designated as RP-C3510, was handed over in December 2025, positioning Philippine Airlines as the inaugural Southeast Asian carrier to acquire this aircraft type. The A350-1000 is renowned for its extended-range capabilities, capable of flying up to 8,700 nautical…
Pilot Detained Following Locking Himself in Cockpit to Request Outstanding Pay
Well, here’s an occurrence you don’t encounter every day, leading to quite the narrative… Magnicharters pilot “takes control” of plane at Mexico City Airport This event transpired around 3PM on Friday, December 19, 2025, involving Magnicharters flight 780, which was meant to travel from Mexico City (MEX) to Cancun (CUN). To provide some background, Magnicharters…
US Government Acquires Boeing 737 Aircraft for Deportation Activities
Donald Trump is reportedly set to re-enter the airline sector, though not in the conventional realm of passenger services. His emphasis seems to be on bolstering the U.S. government’s deportation initiatives via Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The Trump administration has been pursuing the acquisition of its own aviation assets to streamline deportations, a strategy…
Comparison of Business Class Seating on American Airlines’ 777 and 787 Planes
When it comes to American Airlines’ wide body jets, there is often confusion about which business class seats are available on various long haul flights. This article provides a detailed overview of the different business class seats you can expect on American Airlines’ wide body aircraft, especially with the recent introduction of a new business…
