Author: Vincent Lambercy
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Let us set this straight: it will not take-off!
This website is for aviation professionals and enthusiasts alike, and there’s something I need to clear up once and for all. I’ve seen way too many posts about this online, and frankly, I’m fed up. And yes, these posts come from both enthusiasts and professionals. So, let’s settle this. An aircraft flies because of the…
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Next! Ryanair raises an airport closure in Eindhoven to EU Presiden von Der Leyen
Earlier this month, I wrote about how Ryanair criticized the Spanish Air Traffic Control (ATC) over a temporary arrivals stop at Palma de Mallorca Airport. Now, Ryanair is at it again—this time targeting the Dutch ATC for a closure at Eindhoven Airport, which occurred on August 28 due to staff shortages and equipment failure. Ryanair’s…
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Emirati Women in Aviation: Progress or PR?
While the UAE’s aviation sector is making headlines for its increasing female representation, a deeper look reveals a mixed picture. Both Emirates Group and flydubai have celebrated significant strides in gender equality, but these announcements raise questions about the broader implications and true impact of these initiatives. flydubai’s Record Growth: Genuine Progress or Strategic PR?…
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Livery wanted! Design Brussels Airlines next A320
Who does not like an aircraft in special livery? We are not talking about retro-jets here, not standard special liveries like Condor’s sadly famous stripes (still not a fan, sorry), but really unique, one of a kind and single execution liveries. Lufthansa often play with their name and logo and reactivated their Fanhansa fleet of…
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One step closer to perfect boarding – Well done Austrian
Airlines worldwide constantly strive to optimize the boarding process, balancing efficiency with passenger satisfaction and safety. A recurring challenge is managing carry-on luggage, especially in the context of emergency exit rows, where passengers can’t use the space below the seat in front. Austrian Airlines has implemented a new and effective solution to address this issue.…
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The iconic piece of low-tech than Frankfurt Airport keeps maintaining on purpose
Welcome back to our weekend post, where we take a lighter look at some of the quirkier aspects of aviation. Last month, we had a fun dive into Condor’s controversial livery—if you missed it, you can check it out here. Today, I’m turning my attention to another beloved aviation icon: the split-flap departure display in…
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Do Chinese airlines have an unfair advantage? Geopolitics and economics don’t mix better than water and oil
European airlines are facing significant challenges in flying to China due to the ongoing ban on accessing Russian airspace, a situation that has been in place since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. This ban has forced European carriers to take longer, more circuitous routes, increasing flight times and operational costs. In contrast, Chinese airlines,…
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Ryanair is after ATC in Palma de Mallorca for cancellations
ATC in Palma de Mallorca decided to close the airport for arrivals today because of weather, while it was still open for departures. We don’t have additional info about this decision and we can’t comment on it. Ryanair issued a press release in their usual strong language, calling the decision “nonsensical” and putting “weather” in…
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WizzAir introduces an “all you can fly” membership for 499 EUR / year… where is the catch?
You can always count on low cost carriers to come with attempts to disrupt the industry and this time, it is WizzAir’s turn. Their new idea? An “all you can fly” subscription, which they offer at 499EUR / year now and soon at 599 EUR / year. Pay once, pack your bags and go! Or…
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Voepass 2283 ATR72 accident – Your zero speculation update
VoePass Flight 2283 crashed outside São Paulo, Brazil. No one on board survived. The flight took-off from Cascavel, in southern Brazil. As always, there are many speculations and the web is never short of self-proclaimed experts and rumours. At HotelFoxFox, we don’t do rumours. We will also not post the video which has been making…