I often ask myself what makes aviation so special. Is it the miracle of flight? Absolutely. But I also like to think about what we are doing: connecting people from all walks of life. To most, these trips are significant life events. To us, they’re just another day in the life.
The US Navy Blue Angels and US Air Force Thunderbirds perform a flyover of the White House in preparation for the UFC Freedom 250 fight. For @Bloomberg
Contour Airlines to New York JFK?
Contour submits proposal to serve Lebanon, New Hampshire (LEB) essential air service. Aside from JFK, other route options include BOS, HPN, IAD.
Cape Air and Boutique Air have also submitted proposals for LEB.
Former Spirit employees were invited to gather with us and share this moment of farewell, honoring the legacy and memories built over more than three decades. 💛🖤
TIL Apple was flying so many employees between SF and China that they convinced United Airlines to add a direct flight from SF to Chengdu 3x a week
absurd amount of scale
We extend our condolences to the McCain family following the passing of Douglas “Doug” Shepp McCain, the eldest son of John McCain. A Navy pilot like his father, Doug will be remembered as a patriot and friend to the many alumni of Sen. McCain’s Institute, campaigns & Senate staff.
🏆 Entries for FLYING's Editor's Choice Awards are officially open! Our editors are recognizing the most outstanding products in general aviation — and yours could be next. Winners will be honored with a trophy on opening night at Oshkosh.
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.@Allegiant has completed its acquisition of @SunCountryAir.
The now-combined carriers will serve nearly 175 cities, with more than 650 routes and a combined fleet of 195 aircraft.
Here's their route network in June 2026, via Cirium Diio.
For those who have spent years traveling in and out of @DFWAirport like me, you know just how special this store was. End of an era. airlinegeeks.com/2026/05/12/…