Robert Pyne
U.S. Geological Survey Launches Low Flights Over Connecticut
USGS’s May–autumn 2025 survey flights over Connecticut will update geology maps, locate hazards like pyrrhotite, and safeguard water…
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Gets First Tokyo Route
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport now offers daily Alaska Airlines nonstop flights to Tokyo Narita, operated by Hawaiian Airlines. The…
Reno-Tahoe Slammed by Wild Flight Disruptions
Reno-Tahoe faced severe windstorms in early 2025, causing major flight disruptions and power outages. Southwest Airlines canceled all…
Turkish Airlines Strikes Bold Deal With Atlas Air
Turkish Airlines and Atlas Air signed a long-term ACMI deal for Boeing 747-400F cargo flights launching May 2025.…
Sanctuary jurisdictions in Minnesota under scrutiny after fatal crash
A fatal Minnesota crash involving an undocumented immigrant led the Trump administration to target Minneapolis and St. Paul…
Avelo Airlines Launches Deportation Flights From Mesa
Avelo Airlines began operating DHS deportation flights from Mesa Gateway Airport, Arizona, on May 12, 2025. The contract…
United Airlines Snaps Up 40 Airbus A321neo Jets
United Airlines has expanded its Airbus A321neo commitment with a new order of 40 jets, delivery after 2030.…
United Airlines CEO Faces Chaos at Newark Liberty Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport endures delays, cancellations, and hardships due to technical breakdowns and staff shortages. United Airlines…
Azorra Flips Script on A220-300 ‘Breakup’ Plan
Azorra, responding to global A220-300 and engine shortages, will lease rather than disassemble ex-EgyptAir jets. This strategic pivot…
Cebu Pacific Grounds Planes After Pratt & Whitney Chaos
Cebu Pacific’s 2025 growth has stalled because Pratt & Whitney engine issues left 13 aircraft grounded. The airline…
Spirit Airlines Passenger Finds Cockroach in Big Front Seat
A Spirit Airlines passenger found cockroaches in a Big Front Seat, sparking a viral debate on airline hygiene…
Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre Unveils Green Fuel Revolution
From May 2025, the Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre will supply Sustainable Aviation Fuel, cutting carbon emissions by…
Nigeria ends Visa-on-Arrival, shifts to eVisa system from May 2025
From May 2025, Nigeria switches to a digital eVisa system, ending Visa-on-Arrival. Applications are fully online, with approvals…
U.S. and China Strike Surprise Trade Deal Breakthrough
The May 12, 2025 US-China trade deal delivers a 115% tariff reduction, a 90-day trade pause, and joint…
U.S. Passport or Passport Card valid for domestic flights after REAL ID deadline
From May 7, 2025, travelers age 18+ must show either a REAL ID, Passport Book, or Passport Card…