Air Force seeks 12 spare F139 engine cores for KC‑46A Pegasus fleet

The United States Air Force has issued a contract request for twelve spare engine cores to support its fleet of KC‑46A Pegasus aerial‑refueling and transport aircraft, the service disclosed in documents released Thursday. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...

Experts Warn of “Logistical Nightmare” for Spring Break Travelers Amid Looming Government Shutdown

Aviation industry leaders and major travel advocacy groups are issuing a stark warning to Capitol Hill as a partial government shutdown threatens to collide with the peak spring break travel season. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

GlobalX Airlines shelves 2 Airbus cargo aircraft amid thin demand

Global Crossing Airlines is at an inflection point with its cargo business and favoring passengers. (www.freightwaves.com) More...

Egypt and Libya Sign Aviation MoU to Improve Air Safety

Egypt and Libya have signed a new aviation memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in airspace management, air safety oversight and operational coordination between the two neighboring countries. (airguide.info) More...

4 Secret Phrases Flight Crews Use to Signal Emergencies

Airline pilots and flight crews rely on a range of coded phrases and subtle signals to communicate emergencies during a flight without alarming passengers. While frequent flyers may occasionally hear unusual terms or announcements, aviation experts say these words are often used internally by crew members to discreetly coordinate responses to medical or safety situations onboard. (airguide.info) More...

Abu Dhabi Evacuation Flight Passengers Recall Terrifying Ordeal

Holidaymakers on one of the first flights out of Abu Dhabi after the escalation of conflict in the Middle East have described the experience as surreal and frightening, as thousands of travelers struggled to leave the region amid widespread flight disruptions. (airguide.info) More...

Lufthansa 747-8 Unveils 100th Anniversary Crane Livery

Lufthansa’s iconic Boeing 747-8, known as the “Queen of the Skies,” has joined the airline’s special anniversary fleet with a striking new blue livery featuring an oversized crane logo to mark the carrier’s 100th founding anniversary. (airguide.info) More...

Israel claims first-ever F-35 air-to-air shootdown, against Iranian Yak-130

Israel said one of its F-35I “Adir” stealth fighters shot down an Iranian Air Force Yak-130 over Tehran on March 4, 2026, a claim that, if confirmed, would mark the first known air-to-air kill for the F-35. (www.aerotime.aero) More...

Air Astana Expands Fleet with 25 Airbus A320neo Aircraft

Kazakhstan’s national airline, Air Astana (KC), has placed an order for 25 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. The order comprises five A320neo and 20 A321neo aircraft. (www.airwaysmag.com) More...

WestJet First Boeing 737 MAX 10 Completes Maiden Flight: Routes & Schedule

Aviation enthusiasts and industry analysts focused their sights on the skies over Washington state this week as the first Boeing 737 MAX 10 destined for WestJet completed its maiden test flight. (aeroxplorer.com) More...

British Airways Accidentally Leaks New A380 Seat Map, World's Largest Business Class Cabin

British Airways (BA) has hinted at a fleet-wide refurbishment of its Airbus A380 aircraft. The details of the new layout were briefly made public via a seat map on the airline’s official website before being retracted. (aeroxplorer.com) More...