TravelUpdate
Does anyone remember the popular and reliable Boeing 767?
The Boeing 767 is a widebody twin engine airliner designed in the late 1970s by Boeing in Seattle. Both the Boeing 757 and 767 were developed in tandem and it was actually the latter that flew first, on 26 September 1981. It boasted a range of 7,200km to 12,200km (4,473...
Sam Chui
Trip Report: Starlux Airlines Inaugural Taipei to Los Angeles Flight
26th April is a big day for the new Taiwanese airline Starlux, it finally launched its first long-haul flight to Los Angeles, CA. Starlux started operation at the beginning of 2020, it was the worst time in aviation history due to the pandemic. The airline persisted and now flies 20...
Sam Chui
Miracle on British Airways Flight 5390 – Captain Sucked Out of the Cockpit
On the 10th of June, 1990, British Airways Flight 5390 was on its way to Malaga, Spain. Without warning, two of the six cockpit windows exploded from their frames. As a result, the sudden decompression of the cabin caused a massive rush of air, which sucked the captain out of...
Sam Chui
JetBlue Mint Suites Deal: US to Amsterdam – $1894, Amsterdam to US – $1421
Note: This deal is very time-sensitive, non-refundable and tickets need to be purchased 21 days in advance. With the announcement of JetBlue flights from New York and Boston to Amsterdam, JetBlue is offering an introductory offer on Mint suites for passengers travelling from the US from $1,894 roundtrip. Moreover, passengers...
Sam Chui
Miracle on Cathay Pacific Flight 780 – Loss of Thrust Control
On 13th April 2010, a Cathay Pacific Airbus A330 was operating flight 780 from Surabaya to Hong Kong. However, due to fuel contamination, both of the engines sustained damage and the aircraft landed at almost twice the normal speed due to loss of thrust control on approach. Flight Details The...
TravelUpdate
Does anyone remember the Aérospatiale Nord 262?
The Nord 262 was a French turboprop aircraft that first flew on 24 December 1962. Powered by a pair of Turbomeca Bastan engines, the aircraft usually seated 26 passengers, though it could carry as many as 29. It had a range of around 1,110km or 690 miles. Commercial services began...
Sam Chui
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer May 2023 Spontaneous Escape Deal
Note: Spontaneous Escape award fares cannot be changed or canceled. Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer program offers every month a spontaneous escape promotion where you can redeem miles with discounted rates in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class and Business Class on select routes. Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Award Sale Every month the KrisFlyer...
Suites and Lobbies
Video Review & Tour | Ritz Carlton Waikiki
Here is the video review of the Ritz Carlton Waikiki, a detailed write-up with photos, tips, and additional thoughts can be found here. This hotel also made my list of the top 6 luxury hotels on Oahu.
Sam Chui
2 Wing Collision Incident: Delta and Aeromexico + EVA Air
On 17th April, an Aeromexico Boeing 737 collided with a Delta Airlines Boeing 757 at Mexico City International Airport. The Delta Airlines Boeing 757-200 with registration N649DL was taxiing via Bravo (B) before crossing runway 23L. In the meantime, the Aeromexico Boeing 737-800 with registration XA-AMO continued via taxiway Delta...
Sam Chui
Dramatic Landing: Cargolux Boeing 747 Incident at Luxembourg
On 15th April, a Cargolux Boeing 747 suffered a hard landing at Luxembourg as the aircraft bounced on landing and hit an engine before initiating a go-around. The Cargolux Boeing 747-400 freighter, with registration LX-ECV, was performing flight CV7545 from Dubai Al Maktoum to Luxembourg. However, while landing on Luxembourg’s...
Sam Chui
Air Transat A330 and Emirates B777 Collide on Ground in Miami
On the 13th of April 2023, an Emirates Boeing 777 collided with an Air Transat Airbus A330 at Miami International Airport. The Air Transat Airbus A330-243, with registration C-GUBL had just arrived from Toronto as flight TS948 when it clipped wings with a parked Emirates Boeing 777-300ER with registration A6-EGH....
TravelUpdate
Does anyone remember the Armstrong Whitworth Atalanta?
The Armstrong Whitworth Atalanta was powered by four Armstrong Siddeley Serval III piston engines and first flew on 6 June 1932. It was built for Britain’s Imperial Airways to serve routes to Africa. Services began on 26 September 1932 with flights from London Croydon to Brussels and Cologne. Seating was...
Sam Chui
Khartoum Airport Closed and Multiple Aircraft Destroyed
On Saturday, 15th April, several aircraft including a SAUDIA Airbus A330 and SkyUp Airlines Boeing 737 were damaged at Khartoum International Airport after clashes broke out between Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the army. Aircraft Damage A SAUDIA Airbus A330-300, with registration HZ-AQ30 which was scheduled to operate...
Sam Chui
The Odd Fleet of Qatar Airways Leased Aircraft – Where do they fly to?
Lately, I have received many questions about which Qatar Airways fleet has different cabin configurations and onboard products. In this post, I will be summarizing the Doha-based flag carrier’s leased fleet in detail. Why Did Qatar Airways Lease Aircraft? Back in 2021, Qatar Airways started to ground its Airbus A350...
Sam Chui
Which Route Feature Emirates Premium Economy and New First Class Suite?
In this article, we’ll take a look at the routes that feature the Emirates Premium Economy and the new First Class Suites. Emirates Premium Economy Routes In December 2020, Emirates unveiled its full Premium Economy offering becoming the only airline in the Middle East region to offer a Premium Economy...