Sam Chui
African MD-82 Severely Damaged While Landing in South Sudan
On 9th February 2024, an African Express Airways MD-82 sustained substantial damage after landing short of the runway threshold at Malakal Airport in South Sudan. The McDonnell Douglas MD-82, with registration 5Y-AXL, was operating a flight from Juba to Malakal in South Sudan. However, while landing at Malakal’s runway 04,...
Sam Chui
The World’s Most On-Time Airlines 2023
In this post, we reveal the top 10 airlines and airports that offered the most on-time performance in 2023, according to CIRIUM. *Note that for a flight to be on time, it must arrive at the gate within 15 minutes. Top 10 Global Airlines for On-Time Performance Taking the lead...
Sam Chui
An Update of South African Airways from Interim CEO John Lamola
Once a leading carrier on the African continent, South African Airways (SAA) had financial and operational challenges for years and entered business rescue in 2019 following to closing of all international routes at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. In June 2021, the South African government relinquished its controlling stake...
Sam Chui
Dry Airlines – 14 Carriers That Don’t Serve Alcohol
In this article, we list airlines that are totally dry, offer alcohol on some of their flights and those have a “bring your own” policy. This article is extracted from BusinessClass.com Saudia  Saudia operates a variety of aircraft and offers both First and Business Class seating on certain flights. They...
Sam Chui
Event: Aircraft Interiors and MRO Middle East (AIME-MRO) 2024
The Biggest Aircraft Cabin Interior Gathering in the Middle East Aircraft Interiors Middle East, co-located with MRO Middle-East, is the largest cabin interiors gathering in the MEASA region - connecting airline buyers with interior suppliers. Taking place from 05-06 March 2024, AIME will feature world-class products, new and proven technologies,...
Sam Chui
FAA Clears B737 MAX 9 to Resume Flights + Airlines Response
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has cleared Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets to resume flying once the outlined inspections and maintenance are completed. United, Alaska Airlines, and Copa Airlines are all preparing to return their grounded jets by this weekend. However, the FAA has halted the planned production increase...
Sam Chui
Which Airlines are set to Launch in 2024?
In 2024, more than 27 new airlines are expected to launch operations, representing a diverse and exciting new chapter in the aviation industry. Note that the launch dates and specific details of these startups can be subject to change. Airlines Set to Launch in 2024 1. Air Japan, Japan Air...
Sam Chui
Photo Report: Air India A350 Inaugural Flight
I flew on Air India’s new flagship, the A350-900 inaugural flight. This is the first plane that wears the new Air India livery. It is the first of 470 planes Air India has on order. Can Air India regain its former glory? Here's my experience with the new Air India....
Sam Chui
Air France A350 Damaged During Tail Strike in Toronto
On 21 January 2024, an Air France Airbus A350 suffered a tail strike during a go-around in Toronto. The A350 received substantial damage to its aft fuselage as a result of the impact. The Airbus A350-900, with registration F-HTYH was operating flight AF356 from Paris CDG to Toronto. However, while...
Sam Chui
Ethiopian Airlines Dash 8 Damaged During Prop Strike Runway Excursion
The airline confirmed that no crew and passengers suffered injuries during the runway excursion. The post Ethiopian Airlines Dash 8 Damaged During Prop Strike Runway Excursion appeared first on SamChui.com.
Sam Chui
10 Largest Airlines in 5 Major U.S. Cities
In this article, we delve into the largest airlines at some of the busiest city airport systems in the United States. Here’s the top 10 airlines for New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and Honolulu. New York City’s Largest Airlines In New York City, United Airlines takes the lead...
Will Run For Miles
Video Walkarounds – Chase Sapphire Lounge and Reserve Suites at LGA
Here are some short videos of the newest lounge at LaGuardia Airport! The post Video Walkarounds – Chase Sapphire Lounge and Reserve Suites at LGA appeared first on Will Run For Miles.
Sam Chui
Korean Air A330 Collides with Cathay Pacific B777 in Japan
On the 16th of January, 2024 a Korean Air Airbus A330 collided with a Cathay Pacific Boeing 777 at New Chitose Airport in Japan. The Korean Air Airbus A330-300 with registration HL7702 was preparing to depart as flight KE766 bound for Seoul with 276 passengers and 13 crew members on...
Sam Chui
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Sale January 2024
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer has just published its latest Spontaneous Escapes for January 2024. Redeem KrisFlyer miles online from now until the 31st of January 2024, to enjoy a 30% redemption discount for travel in February 2024. Note that these awards can’t be changed or canceled once booked, so make sure you...
Sam Chui
World’s Top 10 Busiest Routes of 2023
In this article, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 busiest routes by number of seat capacity in 2023. All of the top 10 routes were domestic, and most were in Asia.  1. Jeju International (CJU) – Seoul Gimpo (GMP), South Korea Seat Capacity in 2023: 13,728,786 seats Change...