For most airline pilots, moving from one Boeing aircraft to another is not a leap into the unknown. The manufacturer has long emphasized cockpit commonality, ensuring that crews transitioning between models encounter familiar displays, procedures, and operating philosophies. Yet when a pilot who has spent years flying the 737 linesContinue Reading
In 2026, pilot compensation across major US airlines continues to reflect a broader industry shift that began in the post-pandemic recovery period and accelerated through a series of union negotiations, fleet modernization plans, and sustained demand for experienced flight crews. While pay structures remain anchored in hourly credit systems, theContinue Reading
A SriLankan AirlinesAirbus A330-200 operating flight UL606 from Colombo to Sydney returned to the airport shortly after departure on June 12 after a lightning strike reportedly affected one of the aircraft’s engines. The crew elected to turn back as a precaution, and the aircraft landed safely with all 207 passengersContinue Reading
Boeing delivered 60 commercial aircraft in May, marking a 33% increase compared with the same month a year earlier and signaling continued progress in the manufacturer’s production recovery. The company handed over 51 examples of the 737 MAX during the month, its strongest monthly performance for the narrowbody jet sinceContinue Reading