AvTalk episode 171: The smoldering heat of the suck | flightradar24 blog – Information Tourism

In this episode of AvTalk, the smoldering heat of Chinese airlines a huge Airbus order, a holey Emirates A380, and suck rolls as airlines continue to scramble to trim flights and resize their schedules.

Chinese airlines orders 300 Airbus planes

Chinese airlines ordered approximately 300 Airbus A320neo family aircraft. We discuss who ordered what and when airlines will start taking deliveries.

Cheddar Emirates A380

The main landing gear of an Emirates A380 traveling from Dubai to Brisbane has suffered a blowout tire. That blown tire punctured a panel on the wing root fairing. Initial reporting of the incident by non-specialist media unfortunately created the impression that the incident left a hole in the torso. Ian nods a little.

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SAS files for bankruptcy

SAS pilots are on strike. The airline is canceling 50% of its flights every day. He has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States. How did SAS reach this milestone and what could happen next?

sucking heat

“Everyone sucks right now,” Jason says. And he is not wrong. We discuss frequent schedule removals, such as British Airways canceling 10,000 additional flights by August and Air Canada’s 15% summer trim. Plus the impending strikes, computer glitches, and other operational challenges are making this summer’s travel season one of the most unpleasant experiences for everyone involved.

United Airlines 737-9 MAX landed on the wrong runway

A United 737-9 MAX arriving from Chicago to Pittsburgh landed on the wrong runway after suffering multiple computer failures. The aircraft arrived safely and was back in service for its next flight. We discuss what we know so far about the NTSB’s investigation.

Spirit’s Victory in Newarki

Spirit Airlines did 16 runway timings in Newark. But it is a win that may be void.

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