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Founded in 2018 and managed by Valnet Inc, Simple Flying has quickly become a top digital source for aviation news worldwide. We cover a wide range of topics across commercial, military, and private aviation, providing updates on everything from major airlines and manufacturers to emerging aviation startups. Our rich library of evergreen articles addresses essential questions about aviation, offers helpful travel tips, and celebrates important moments in the history of flight.

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Why This India-Bound British Airways Boeing 787 Returned to London Shortly After Takeoff

4 days ago | simpleflying.com | Luke Bodell

Earlier this week, a British Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner flight from London Heathrow Airport to Chennai International Airport was forced to turn back to Heathrow and dump fuel for around an hour before landing safely back in the UK capital. Shortly after takeoff, the flight crew recognized a technical problem with the aircraft's flaps and ultimately made the decision to dump fuel and divert back to the departure airport.
Is Premium Economy Worth It?

4 days ago | simpleflying.com | Luke Bodell

Premium economy class has grown immensely in popularity over the last couple of decades, becoming a key cabin for the majority of global full-service airlines. The cabin class fulfills demand for an elevated travel experience without the high costs of flying in business or first class, with Premium Economy fares usually priced at around double that of an economy ticket.
Up To 12h 25m: This Airline Will Extend Its Longest Nonstop Flight To Los Angeles Year-Round

4 days ago | simpleflying.com | Luke Bodell

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Indian Authorities Order Air India To Terminate 3 Employees Over Safety Lapses Days After Tragic Crash

5 days ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

Following the tragedy of Air India Flight 171 in Ahmedabad, which took place on June 12, India's principal aviation safety watchdog, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has ordered the termination of three separate Air India employees due to lapses in operational safety. The aircraft in question in this incident was a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, which was en route to London and struck a complex nearby, resulting in the deaths of 241 out of 242 passengers onboard.
How Many B-2 Spirit Bombers Does The US Air Force Fly?

5 days ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

There are perhaps few weapons systems ever developed that are as deadly as the B-2 Spirit bomber. A long-range heavy strategic bomber designed to penetrate enemy anti-aircraft defenses by using low-observable stealth technology, this aircraft might be the deadliest platform operated by the United States Air Force. An extremely unique weapon and the most expensive aircraft ever developed, the B-2 Spirit has long played a key role in the Air Force's global strike capabilities.
The System That Changed DFW Airport For Good

5 days ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

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When Does United Airlines Fly Between Houston & Sydney?

1 week ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is an incredibly unique air travel gateway that has not just a dynamic and robust operational profile, but also one that is matched by few others around the globe. The airport is the origin point of many of the world’s longest flights, including ultra-long-haul services across the Pacific Ocean to many destinations in the United States.
“Violently Ill”: Doctor With Severe Shellfish Allergy Sues Singapore Airlines After Eating Shrimp Onboard

1 week ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

On Thursday, June 19, multiple sources reported that Dr. Doreen Benary, a New York-based emergency pediatrician, was suing Singapore Airlines following an allergic reaction that she received on a flight from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York. According to the lawsuit, Benary claims that she informed the cabin crew of her shellfish allergy when she boarded the aircraft and sat down.
Frontier Airlines Says Its Unliable After Passenger Allegedly Finds Urine-Soaked Bag

1 week ago | simpleflying.com | Alexander Mitchell

On June 9, 2025, a Frontier Airlines passenger flying from Seattle to Dallas discovered that her under-seat carry-on bag, which was a backpack, had been somehow soaked with a mysterious, odorous fluid. While she initially assumed the fluid to be water or soda, she quickly noticed that the liquid was yellow while attempting to dry the item in the lavatory. She believed that the person in front of her had urinated during the flight, something for which she sought out the help of airline staff.
How Many Miles Per Gallon Does A Boeing 777 Get?

1 week ago | simpleflying.com | Nicole Kylie

As fuel efficiency becomes a growing priority in commercial aviation, many passengers and aviation enthusiasts find themselves asking: just how efficient is the Boeing 777? Specifically, how many miles per gallon does this long-haul twinjet get? With airlines constantly balancing performance and operating cost, fuel burn plays a critical role in the Boeing 777’s continued success.