Channing Reid

1 week ago | simpleflying.com | Channing Reid

Fort Worth, Texas-based American Airlines is not wasting any time with the deployment of its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners featuring upgraded premium suites. Just days after receiving its first two examples, the legacy carrier announced the inaugural routes the aircraft – referred to as the 787-9P – will operate this summer. It is somewhat of a long time coming, as the airline formally unveiled its new premium product nearly three years ago.

3 weeks ago | simpleflying.com | Channing Reid

American Airlines is doubling down on its commitment to provide a top-tier experience for its premium passengers. Beginning Wednesday, the Fort Worth, Texas-based legacy carrier will allow Flagship First and Business class travelers to enjoy their inflight entertainment (IFE) without disruptions before landing. The subtle change also gives crew members additional time to focus more on their passengers and landing preparations.

3 weeks ago | simpleflying.com | Channing Reid

An Airbus A330-300 operated by Delta Air Lines was grounded on Monday after one of its engines caught fire at Orlando International Airport (MCO). The incident occurred shortly after the Atlanta-bound aircraft pushed back from the gate. Video footage of the fire and subsequent black smoke billowing into the air depicts that the plane's right engine was affected. Passengers evacuated the aircraft via slides on the left side of the aircraft as first responders attended the scene.

1 month ago | simpleflying.com | Channing Reid

This article covers a developing story. Continue to check back with us as we will be adding more information as it becomes available. A Bell 206L-4 LongRanger IV helicopter has crashed into the Hudson River in New York City on Thursday. The aircraft reportedly made contact with the water near Pier 40. The New York Police Department (NYPD) has confirmed at least one death, according to CBS News. The NYPD described the location of the crash on social media.

1 month ago | simpleflying.com | Channing Reid

Alaska Airlines bid farewell to what some might have considered the most important and beloved airframe in its fleet. Amidst its efforts to erase the original Boeing 737-900 variant from its operations, the Seattle-based carrier ferried the first-ever-produced airframe to Pinal Airpark (MZJ) in Arizona for retirement on Tuesday. It comes just short of what would have been its 22nd anniversary with Alaska.