New details have emerged from the Royal Dutch Police regarding the tragic incident at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) on May 29, 2024, where a person was killed after being sucked into a running aircraft engine. The Royal Marechaussee (Koninklijke Marechaussee, KMar), the Royal Dutch Police, has concluded that the person that was killed after being […] The post Royal Dutch Police: The Person Killed in KLM E190’s Incident was a Suicide appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

Bhutan’s Paro International Airport (PBH) is listed as one of the world’s most dangerous airports, Paro presents a unique set of obstacles that only a select group of highly trained pilots should land manually and only during daylight hours. The approach requires navigating a long, winding valley between very tall mountains (18,000 feet!) and landing […] The post Why Can’t Any Pilot Land at Paro International Airport? appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

Qatar Airways has partnered with Starlink, SpaceX’s mega-constellation of internet satellites. This collaboration will bring blazing-fast, low-latency Wi-Fi to passengers on select Qatar Airways flights, marking a significant leap forward in the airline’s commitment to innovation and passenger experience. The initial phase of this rollout will see Starlink’s high-speed internet beamed onto three of Qatar […] The post Qatar Airways Introduces Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi Onboard appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

Last week, a Singapore Airlines flight traveling from London to Singapore tragically resulted in one fatality and dozens of injuries after encountering severe turbulence over Myanmar. Singapore Airlines flight SQ321, a Boeing 777-300ER, was roughly halfway through its journey when the incident occurred. Turbulence Strikes Mid-Flight The incident unfolded around 2:19 pm local time on […] The post What Happened to Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321? appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport was struck by a horrific accident today when a person was killed after being sucked into a running aircraft engine. The incident, which is under investigation by the Royal Military Police, occurred shortly before 3:00 PM local time. The victim, whose identity has not yet been released, is reported to have “fallen” […] The post Schiphol Airport: Person Killed After Being Sucked Into Plane Engine appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

Saudia Group announced the biggest aircraft order in the kingdom’s history. The agreement, signed with European aviation giant Airbus on the sidelines of the Future Aviation Forum 2024, signifies a major step forward in realizing the ambitious goals outlined in Saudi Vision 2030. The historic deal entails the acquisition of 105 Airbus A320neo and A321neo […] The post Saudia Group Orders the Largest-Ever Aircraft Deal in Saudi Aviation History appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

The Airbus A380 promised revolutionary passenger comfort and record-breaking capacity. Airlines flocked to the superjumbo initially, but many have since sent their A380s to an early retirement. Yet, one airline, Emirates, continues to champion the A380, making it the backbone of its fleet. What has allowed Emirates to succeed where others failed? The answer lies […] The post Why the A380 Found a Home at Emirates? appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

A Boeing 737 aircraft, carrying 85 passengers, veered off the runway at Dakar’s airport, the capital of Senegal, causing injuries to 10 individuals, as confirmed by the transport minister and footage captured by a passenger. Malian musician Cheick Siriman Sissoko documented the harrowing scene on Facebook, depicting passengers evacuating via emergency slides amidst flames engulfing […] The post Boeing 737-300 Veers Off Senegal Runway, 10 Injured, 4 Critical appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

The Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and Global Exhibitions and Conferences Sdn Bhd (GEC) announced a collaborative effort to host the 17th edition of the Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) in 2025. The event, scheduled for May 20th to 24th, promises a platform for industry leaders to showcase advancements and forge partnerships in […] The post LIMA 2025 Takes Off: Malaysian Ministry of Defence and GEC Partner for Innovation in Aerospace and Maritime Industries appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more

IndiGo has placed an order with Airbus for 30 A350-900 aircraft, marking a pivotal shift towards long-haul international travel. This strategic move signifies IndiGo’s ambitious plans to capitalize on the burgeoning Indian aviation market and establish itself as a major global player. The order comes amidst India’s meteoric rise as the world’s fastest-growing aviation market. […] The post IndiGo Orders 30 Airbus A350-900 Aircraft appeared first on Aviation for Aviators ..read more