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March 24, 2025

Airborne 03.24.25: Fokker D.VII Returns, New FAA Boss?, Midway Sun Glare?

Also: Smuggled Falcon 900 Seizure, AEA Tech Program, Viola Heads GAMA, Starliner Astros Go Home

A rare First World War-era Fokker D.VII is set to return to the Netherlands in September 2025 to be put on display at Soesterberg’s National Military Museum. The aircraft was traced back to Dutch heritage after spending decades in Germany. The aircraft, registered D-28, was designed during WWI and originally entered Dutch service before the Second World War. President Donald Trump has nominated Republic Airways CEO Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), placing him in charge of an agency still dealing with the aftermath of the deadliest US airline crash in nearly two decades. The NTSB released its Preliminar

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Alaskan Carriers Share Concerns Over New Unleaded Fuels

2025 Convention Features EAGLE Presentation and Avgas Transition Forum

As a part of the 2025 Alaska Air Carriers Association Convention, representatives from the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) initiative hosted a presentation and Q&A session. This gave operators the chance to express concerns over implementing new, unleaded fuels into their fleets.

‘Supercharge’ Shaves Off Months From Hiring Process, Boosts Trainee Salary

Less than a month after US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced his plan to ‘supercharge’ air traffic controller hiring, the FAA has shared some promising initial numbers. The agency has already checked and referred more than 8,320 new candidates to the ATSA exam, with 190 already receiving a passing result.

Canada’s Transportation Safety Board Publishes Preliminary Report

A preliminary report from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada pointed to excessive descent speed as the potential cause of a recent Delta incident. The aircraft rolled over and came to a stop upside down with 80 people on board. An unusually fast descent rate was likely just a part of the story, with accidents like this typically stemming from several factors.

CEO Scott Kirby Shares Probability of Lower Demand in 2025

United Airlines is set to retire 21 aircraft early in 2025 as it braces for potential market softness and short-term economic challenges. CEO Scott Kirby announced the decision at a Barclays industrial event, positioning the move as a cost-saving measure in response to weaker-than-expected profitability.

Airport Rejected Flights from Bush, Hobby, and New Orleans Airports

On March 21, the FAA issued a temporary ground stop at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) for flights arriving from Houston and Dallas airspaces. Though it was lifted same-day, the delays reignited concerns over air traffic control shortages that have been haunting AUS for years.

EAA’s Ford Tri-Motor Tours Country Beginning March 28

Flight Experiences Available, Some Joint Stops With B-25 Ever wonder what luxury air travel was like in the 1930s? Well, you can find out this summer when the EAA’s Ford Tri-Motor visits airports in the central part of the country this season beginning March 28-30 at Wittman Regional Airport (KOSH) in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, home of the EAA.

Firm Order Includes 30 Jets With An Option to Double The Count

Malaysia’s flagship carrier has placed a firm order for 18 Boeing 737-8 and 12 Boeing 737-10 airliners in an effort to establish a more fuel-efficient fleet. The form also includes the option to double the order for a total of 60 jets. Deliveries are slated to begin in 2029.

Concerns Expressed And Assurances Needed

The Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), issued a statement regarding President Donald Trump’s nomination of Bryan Bedford to be the next administrator of the FAA.

Europe’s Patchworked Air Traffic Control May Be Impacted By Global Tensions

For the last several months, when the phrase ‘air traffic control’ comes up all heads turn to the US’s outdated, inefficient system. What’s been less acknowledged, however, is the worsening airspace conditions over in Europe. The primary source of frustration lies with the patchworked web of agencies that oversee the European airspace.

Pilot’s Mismanagement Of The Fuel Supply, Which Resulted In A Loss Of Engine Power On The Left Engine

Analysis: The pilot reported that shortly after takeoff in the twin-engine airplane the left engine stopped producing power. The airplane rolled left and impacted trees which resulted in substantial damage to the fuselage, empennage, and both wings. The airplane was equipped with five fuel tanks: left and right nacelle tanks, left and right tip tanks, and one main fuel tank. The fuel tanks were drained after the accident and the left nacelle was empty. The right nacelle had negligible fuel.

From 2015 (YouTube Edition): E-Fest -- The Greatest Indoor Airshow We've EVER Seen!

While at E-Fest 2015, it’s obvious that ANN CEO and Editor-In-Chief, Jim Campbell, had a great time, and he talked with E-Fest committee member Frank Noll to get some background on this great event. Noll explained that E-Fest is an annual indoor electric R/C Festival that brings together about 250 pilots every February to fly, and to advance their sport. The event takes place at the University of Illinois Track and Field Armory in Champaign, Illinois. The primary sponsor of E-Fest is Hobbico, a major source of the equipment that makes flying indoor electric R

ANN's Daily Aero-Linx (03.24.25)

Aero Linx: The General Aviation Joint Safety Committee The General Aviation Joint Safety Committee (formerly the General Aviation Joint Steering Committee) was launched in 1997 as part of the industry-government Safer Skies Initiative to improve aviation safety. The GAJSC works to improve general aviation (GA) safety through data-driven risk reduction efforts focused on education, training, and enabling new equipment in GA aircraft.

Microburst A small downburst with outbursts of damaging winds extending 2.5 miles or less. In spite of its small horizontal scale, an intense microburst could induce wind speeds as high as 150 knots.

“This staffing shortage has been a known challenge for over a decade, and this administration is committed to solving it... The new streamlined hiring process is just the first step to deliver on President Trump’s agenda to prioritize the American people’s safety and modernize the federal government.” Source: A statement from US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy just a month after he announced his plan to ‘supercharge’ air traffic controller hiring, since then the FAA has shared some promising initial numbers.