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Largest All-Electric Aircraft Takes On The Sky

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The 28th of May, 2020 is as a new milestone in the world of aviation. On this date, an all-electric Caravan 208B aircraft took on to the skies of Washington. It is so far the largest all-electric aircraft flight in the skies. The flight took off from Grand County International Airport, Washington, and spent nearly 30 minutes circling around the field before successfully landing on the Moses Lake Runway. This flight of nine seated passenger Caravan planes has achieved this magnificent feat with collaboration between two relatively new companies, the…

How to get a NCAR Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License?

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NCAR Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License comprises of two phases; the Basic NCAR Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License and Aircraft Type Rating Endorsement in the Basic License. PHASE 1: Basic NCAR Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License (AML) An applicant must the following minimum criteria in order to receive the Basic NCAR Part-66 Aircraft Maintenance License: A. Basic Knowledge (NCAR.66.25) An applicant for an aircraft maintenance licence must demonstrate a level of knowledge through examination. This examination tests knowledge in the appropriate subject modules in accordance with Appendix I of NCAR Part-66. Same applies…

Death Spell on Aviation Beasts

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COVID-19, commonly known as CORONA Virus, has cast death spell not only to the mankind, but also to some of the Aviation marvels. With travel restrictions in almost one third of the world, flying has been hit hard. In the battle against corona, airlines round the world are identifying ways to reduce costs. Following the shrinking number of passengers, airlines have grounded flights and laid off staffs. To provide the indication of the impact, Norwegian has grounded 85 % of its flight. It has laid off 90 % of its…

Airbus Suspends Production

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Airbus yesterday has published a statement mentioning that it is stopping its production for four days. Explosion of Corona Virus infection across Europe triggered this temporary measure. Airbus intends to put in place precautionary measures for prevention of infection to its staffs during this period. Airbus also mentioned that it is seeking government aid owing to the extensive impact of COVID-19 in global aviation. Meanwhile, Boeing must be taking a sigh of relief. Airlines who have been waiting release of B737 Max. for expansion of sectors are now retracting the…

American Airlines Decides to Phase Out 757

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American Airlines has published a statement on its decision to phase out all of its 757 fleet by the end of 2021. The airlines, one of the largest existing operator of the fleet has been eyeing for replacement of its 757 aircrafts with newer more fuel efficient fleet like the A321 LR. Currently, American Airlines operates 20 B757s with average fleet age of 17 years. As reported, the phase out shall commence as early as May 2020 and shall be staged till the end of 2021. The decision comes at…

Understand the Freedoms of Air

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If you are a professional working in the aviation sector, you will come across the term- Freedom of Air every once a while. Have you ever wondered what is it? Freedoms of air is representation of the rights to carry passengers in international sectors. Each freedom stands for one unique scenario of right. To understand it better, imagine an airline ABC having operating base in Kathmandu, Nepal operating flights to Bengaluru, India and Colombo, Sri-Lanka. Consider the following scenarios: Scenario A- The First Freedom Airline ABC is operating one flight…