Aviation News: 2026-10-30
Curated industry headlines published on 2026-10-30.
- FlightGlobal · 11:18 UTC
Delta A350 pilots focused on left wing when right wingtip sheared CRJ’s tail
Investigators note regional jet was parked too far from holding point at time of Atlanta collision. Pilots of a taxiing Delta Air Lines Airbus A350-900 had been busy ensuring left-hand wingt...
- Simple Flying · 11:00 UTC
Why Lufthansa Is Risking A 287-Seat Boeing 787-9 On Columbus' 1st-Ever Nonstop To Europe
German business interests and federal subsidies helped Lufthansa choose its next midsize US market.
- Simple Flying · 11:00 UTC
Delta vs United: The Ultimate Business Class Battle
In this video, we'll compare Delta One and United Polaris, from seats and sleep quality to airport lounges, international networks, and the aircraft swaps that can completely change your exp...
- Simple Flying · 10:54 UTC
Why 4 Engine Aircraft Could Go Back Into Production
Are quadjets coming back?
- Simple Flying · 10:54 UTC
Why US Airlines Aren't Happy About New 21 Day Ebola Rules For Passengers
Advocacy groups argue that the rules are too broad and require too much preparation given the short turnaround.
- Simple Flying · 10:50 UTC
Singapore Airlines Launches New 4-Hour Shortest A380 Route: But There's A Catch
A preliminary schedule suggests Singapore Airlines will fly daily services to Hong Kong with the A380 in Winter 2027/2028.
- FlightGlobal · 09:50 UTC
GKN takes minority stake in new HPDrive electric motor venture
Formed with the University of Nottingham, the business will focus on cryogenic-cooled technologies. GKN Aerospace has taken a minority stake in a newly formed venture with the University of...
- AeroTime Hub · 09:47 UTC
Four killed in Italian Army Chinook crash on EUFOR mission in Bosnia
Four Italian military personnel were killed, and a further 11 injured, when an Italian Army CH-47 Chinook crashed… The post Four killed in Italian Army Chinook crash on EUFOR mission i...
- Simple Flying · 09:42 UTC
American & United Airlines Continue Price Hikes For Solo Travelers, Report Finds
This approach contrasts with other major US carriers, who do not engage in such practices.
- FlightGlobal · 09:34 UTC
Pilot lost grip on control yoke before 767 freighter’s hard nose-gear impact
Sharp derotation that badly damaged fuselage occurred after captain blocked control column to avoid excessive nose-up attitude. US investigators believe neither pilot had control of a Boeing...
- AeroTime Hub · 09:22 UTC
Boeing and Lufthansa Technik lock in three more years of parts collaboration
Boeing and Lufthansa Technik have extended their Tailored Parts Package agreement by three years, marked by a signing… The post Boeing and Lufthansa Technik lock in three more years of...
- AeroTime Hub · 09:19 UTC
PAL deploys A350-1000 daily on Manila–San Francisco route ahead of year-end peak
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it is now operating its flagship Airbus A350-1000 daily between Ninoy Aquino… The post PAL deploys A350-1000 daily on Manila–San Francisco...
- Simple Flying · 09:15 UTC
The Aircraft Replacing The Airbus A380
Airlines are steadily moving away from A380s in favor of long-haul twin-engine aircraft that offer improved efficiency and operating costs.
- FlightGlobal · 09:12 UTC
‘Robust’ demand sees ANA maintain full-year profit guidance
Despite high fuel costs, the Japanese group says demand for international passenger and cargo services remains solid. ANA Holdings has revised up its full-year revenue forecast, while mainta...
- Simple Flying · 08:00 UTC
12,420 Airbus A320neo & Boeing 737 MAX Jets Are Backlogged While Embraer's E2 Takes 13-15 Months To Build
How Brazil's iconic planemaker is carving out market share with its E2 jets.
- Simple Flying · 06:17 UTC
KLM Launches Historic 1st Airbus A350 Flight Today: See Route Now
After an initial five weekly rotations, the A350 will step up to daily transatlantic service while Montreal and Africa await.
- Simple Flying · 05:00 UTC
The 5-Minute Cabin Sweep Flight Attendants Do After Landing, Because You Almost Never Get Back On The Plane
Attention to detail is crucial when performing cabin checks.
- FlightGlobal · 01:09 UTC
Korean Air aerospace unit aims for more commercial workshare
Despite extensive work on the 777-300ER, the unit is largely absent from the 777X. The aerostructures business of Korean Air wants to secure more workshare with Boeing as the US airframer gr...