A former Delta co-pilot, Jonathan Dunn, has been federally indicted for allegedly threatening to shoot the captain of a commercial flight last year if the plane was diverted due to a passenger's potential medical emergency. The incident occurred on an August 2022 flight, but the airline and specific details were not disclosed. Dunn, who was authorized to carry a gun as part of the TSA's Federal Flight Deck Officer program, has been removed from the program. He is scheduled to be arraigned on November 16.
Virgin Galactic successfully launched its first commercial flight from Spaceport America, marking a historic day for both the company and the spaceport. The flight separated from its mothership after takeoff, eliciting cheers from the crowd. The mission commander described the experience as beautiful, and emphasized the potential role of New Mexico in future space endeavors. In space, the crew conducted a scientific mission while wearing advanced spacesuits. Mementos were also taken to space, including pictures of loved ones. Despite acknowledging the risks, the first paying passengers expressed their confidence in Virgin Galactic's development process. The company plans to continue with monthly flights in the future.
Virgin Galactic is set to launch its first commercial flight for space tourism soon, causing a surge in investor interest. The company has been working towards this goal for years, and the upcoming launch marks a major milestone in the field of space travel.
China's first domestically-made large passenger jet, the C919, completed its maiden commercial flight from Shanghai to Beijing with 130 passengers on board. The 164-seat aircraft is made by state-owned aerospace manufacturer Commercial Aviation Corporation of China (Comac) and is seen as a competitor to Airbus and Boeing. The C919's commercial debut was delayed by technical difficulties and supply issues, but Comac has already secured more than 1,200 orders for the jet. The aircraft has two cabins, with eight seats in business class and 156 in economy, and features custom-designed interiors, passenger seats, and in-flight entertainment systems.
China's first domestically produced passenger jet, the C919, completed its maiden commercial flight on November 9, marking a milestone in the country's efforts to become a global aviation player. The jet, which can seat up to 168 passengers, was developed by state-owned Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (COMAC) and has been in development for over a decade.
China's first domestically produced passenger jet, the C919, completed its maiden commercial flight from Shanghai to Beijing on Sunday, marking a milestone in the nation's efforts to compete with Western rivals in the aviation sector. The C919, built by the state-owned Commercial Aviation Corp of China, is designed to rival the Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX single-aisle jet families. Although the jet is assembled in China, it relies heavily on Western components, including engines and avionics. COMAC has received around 1,200 orders for the C919, mostly from domestic airlines.
China's C919, a domestically produced commercial aircraft, took its maiden commercial flight on November 9, marking a significant milestone for China's aviation industry. The C919 is seen as a direct competitor to Boeing's 737 and Airbus's A320. The successful flight is a blow to Boeing, which has been struggling with the grounding of its 737 MAX fleet.
Arnold Schwarzenegger defended himself against critics who accused him of taking a private jet to his annual Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative summit in Vienna, clarifying that he was on a commercial flight. The former California governor created the initiative in 2017 to further his work on creating a "clean and sustainable future." The Austrian World Summit has since become one of the largest environmental gatherings in the world, bringing together global decision-makers who share the goal of de-carbonizing the planet by 2050.
Virgin Galactic reported a deeper Q1 loss than expected and sales that fell short of expectations, but the company said its first commercial flight is still on track for late June. The space-travel company founded by Richard Branson reported a net loss of $159.4 million, or 57 cents a share, compared with $93.1 million, or 36 cents a share, in the same quarter last year. Revenue rose to $392,000, compared with $319,000 in the prior-year quarter.
Virgin Galactic is targeting late May for the fifth-ever spaceflight of VSS Unity, with hopes to launch its first commercial flight in June. The upcoming flight, called Unity 25, is expected to be the last test flight before the spaceplane's space tourism services go fully operational.
Virgin Galactic is set to launch its Unity 25 crew into space later this month, marking the company's fifth spaceflight and the "final assessment" before its first commercial flight in June. The spaceplane VSS Unity will carry four Virgin Galactic employees to the edge of space, allowing passengers to experience a few moments of weightlessness. Virgin Galactic charges $450,000 for a seat on its spaceplane and competes with Blue Origin.
Virgin Galactic plans to conduct a four-member test flight in May and launch its first commercial flight in late June, causing shares to rise by 4%. The company had previously delayed its commercial service to Q1 2023 due to supply-chain crisis and labor shortage. The mission crew will consist of Jamila Gilbert, Christopher Hue, Luke Mays, and Beth Moses.
Virgin Galactic plans to conduct a four-member test flight in May and launch its first commercial flight in late June, causing shares to rise by 4%. The May mission will be the final test of the spaceflight system and astronaut experience before it opens up for commercial services. The company had previously delayed its commercial service to the first quarter of 2023 due to supply-chain crisis and labor shortage. The mission crew will consist of Jamila Gilbert, Christopher Hue, Luke Mays, and Beth Moses.
