MONEY: We’re Expecting! Planning Beyond the Nursery My wife and I recently found out that we’re expecting our first child—a moment we’ve dreamed about for years. aerocrewnews.com/dsnn

JetBlue and United have activated reciprocal loyalty perks under Blue Sky. Eligible TrueBlue and MileagePlus members now get priority boarding, extra legroom seating, a free checked bag, and same-day standby on either carrier. aerocrewnews.com/0x1p

United adds daily ORD-NRT service Oct. 24 on a 787-8 and 3x weekly SFO-CTS service Dec. 11 on a 787-9 — the first nonstop between the continental U.S. and Sapporo. Read the full article from United: aerocrewnews.com/81lv

American Airlines Update: 75 million customers, 750,000 flights projected for summer 2026 — May 21 through Sept. 8 — surpassing the 2019 record. New routes include DFW-ATH, DFW-ZRH, MIA-MXP, PHL-BUD, and PHL-PRG Full story: aerocrewnews.com/0bdw

Wheels Up Q1 Results Pre-tax: - Loss for Q1 2026: $83 Million - Loss for Q1 2025: $99.3 Million Highlights: -Phenom and Challenger revenue more than doubled YoY; fleet expanded to 36 aircraft - Phenom and Challenger jets now comprise 100% of controlled jet fleet Full Release: aerocrewnews.com/9ats

FITNESS: The 4-Day Trip Protocol: What to Do When the Hotel Gym Isn't Happening Last month, we talked about food—the unglamorous reality of eating well when your schedule looks nothing like a normal person's. Read more: aerocrewnews.com/9kzx

At Envoy, your experience moves you forward. For Part 121.436 pilots, our industry experience credit program supports faster progression and a career path built on what you’ve already accomplished. Claim your Credit. Apply at: aerocrewnews.com/Envoy-02

ALPA's Executive Board unanimously approved a $2 million MCF grant for ~950 Kalitta Air pilots. Interest-free, not a loan. TAs on 21 of 28 sections. Critical economic sections still open. aerocrewnews.com//a1qt

DESK ONE: A Dispatcher’s Favorite Hacks: Weather & Ops Here are a few tricks of the trade accumulated by your friendly aircraft dispatcher, plus a few contributed by another dispatcher, a friend of mine! Read more: aerocrewnews.com/r0s

BREAKING: United Flight Attendants Pass TA2 with 82% yes at 88.85% participation United Flight Attendants, just received a 67% pay increase over 4 years. Along with the following contractual improvements: •New Boarding Pay •Increased Retro Pay • And more… Read more from APA: aerocrewnews.com/9fe0

NTSB gathering information but has not opened a formal investigation. Carry-on bag compliance during the evacuation is under scrutiny. Should passengers be fined if they bring their luggage or bags with them during an emergency evacuation? Read more: aerocrewnews.com/kvng #NTSB #Frontier4345

FedEx MD-11s are back in revenue service after the FAA approved Boeing's means of compliance. First flights departed Memphis (MEM) on May 10. Required repairs include new aft pylon mount bearings and a test flight on each aircraft before return to service. Read the full story: aerocrewnews.com/sjyj

Southwest Airlines has banned human-like and animal-like robots in cabins and checked baggage. Toy robots are allowed if they follow carry-on size and battery guidelines. Manuals will be updated soon. For questions, contact the Dispatcher or Chief Pilot of NOC. aerocrewnews.com/vy2u

Boeing has submitted a redesigned MD-11 engine pylon bearing fix to the FAA as means of compliance. FedEx is targeting first revenue flights by end of May on MEM-MIA and MEM-EWR, pending FAA approval. MD-11 pilots face a mandatory 3-day refresher before returning to line ops. aerocrewnews.com/oanh

Managing Stress in Aviation: From Interviews to the Flight Deck Stress is a constant factor in aviation. It can show up during interviews, checkrides, medicals, networking events, and moments of uncertainty in general. Read more: aerocrewnews.com/mbc5

APA Board has directed the APA-ALPA Merger Negotiation Committee to restart negotiations with ALPA. Board directed committee to restart negotiations with ALPA after February standstill. Source: email forwarded to ACN. #AeroCrewNews

Aero Crew News 2026 Photo Contest winners announced. Grand Prize: Changi Airport (SIN) rain vortex waterfall. Runner-ups: Vancouver (YVR), Wheeler-Sack AH-64 Longbow, United widebodies at San Francisco (SFO). Honorable mentions span Van Nuys to Newark. See all the photos: aerocrewnews.com/kfqx

BREAKING: Frontier Airlines A321 struck pedestrian during takeoff at Denver (DEN) Friday 11:19 PM. Pilot reported engine fire and smoke. All 224 passengers and 7 crew evacuated via slides. Runway 17L closed pending FAA/NTSB investigation. aerocrewnews.com/jczy

A Delta worker died after a tug hit a jet bridge at MCO Thursday evening. Delta paused operations while working with investigators. One flight was canceled. Our hearts go out to the families and friends of the individual that lost their life today. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/7j46

EgyptAir welcomes its first Boeing 737 MAX, part of an 18-aircraft lease deal with SMBC Aviation Capital. The 737-8 brings a 20% reduction in fuel use to short- and medium-haul routes. Full report: aerocrewnews.com/c4xo #EgyptAir #Boeing #Aviation

Southwest Airlines reveals the engineering behind its specialty planes. By partnering with Solo Graphix, the carrier uses advanced stenciling to increase livery application productivity by 200%. Full technical breakdown: aerocrewnews.com/qh75 #SouthwestAirlines #Aviation #AircraftMaintenance

Biman Bangladesh Airlines orders 14 Boeing jets (787-10, 787-9, and 737-8) to modernize its fleet and boost fuel efficiency by 20–25%. The carrier's largest order to date will support growth in Europe and Asia. Full story in post. aerocrewnews.com/hyv7 #Aviation #Boeing #BimanBangladesh

American Airlines celebrates 100 years through the lens of a three-generation flight attendant family. From 1933's original crew to today’s jet age, this legacy mirrors the total evolution of the US aviation industry. Full article: aerocrewnews.com/gl0v #AmericanAirlines #Aviation #History

United Airlines launches a dedicated Peacock channel today, bringing series like "The Traitors" to 160,000+ seatback screens. The move bolsters United's 1,600-hour content library. Click for details: aerocrewnews.com/1sbt #Aviation #UnitedAirlines #PaxEx

Southwest Airlines unveils Independence One and Liberty One aircraft to honor the U.S. 250th anniversary. Partnership includes a $250k grant for volunteerism. First flight: Dallas to Philadelphia. aerocrewnews.com/qxvz #Aviation #SouthwestAirlines #America250

Alaska Airlines launches historic Seattle-Rome nonstop service! The route debuts new Int'l Business Class Suites on the 787-9 and provides the first direct cargo link between the PNW and Italy. Full story here: aerocrewnews.com/4agb #Aviation #AlaskaAirlines #TravelIndustry

SCAT Airlines orders five Boeing 737-9s to expand international routes. The carrier is also converting five 737-8s to the larger -9 model to boost capacity and fuel efficiency by 20%. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/ds1e #Aviation #Boeing #SCATAirlines

Flexjet invites professional pilots and aviation maintenance technicians to join us for a Pilot & Technical Services Social in Teterboro, NJ Date: May 18, 2025 Time: 5:00–8:00 PM EDT Location: Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe RSVP today: aerocrewnews.com/flexjet-0520...

Avelo Airlines turns 5. Since launching in 2021 — the first new U.S. airline in nearly 15 years — it's flown 9.3M+ customers, hit a 0.13% cancellation rate, and grown to 34 destinations. Tap the link for the full story aerocrewnews.com/4zm2. #Aviation

Wheels Up completes fleet modernization 18 months early, moving to an exclusive Phenom 300 and Challenger 300 series fleet. The move retires legacy jets to drive operational efficiency. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/d83t #Aviation #PrivateAviation #WheelsUp

Boeing commits $380K to Wichita — STEM, veterans, and food programs. Five local partners. Full story at the link. aerocrewnews.com/pld #Boeing #Aerospace #Wichita

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Spirit Airlines apologized after its abrupt shutdown stranded thousands of pax and impacted ~17,000 employees. At a bankruptcy hearing, the airline cited a fuel “megaspike” tied to geopolitical conflict, adding hundreds of millions to liquidity needs. aerocrewnews.com/pxf6

Breeze Airways launches service to St. Thomas, USVI and expands in Atlantic City. The carrier now operates 300+ routes across 88 cities with its Airbus A220 fleet. Fares start at $49. Full report: aerocrewnews.com/633k #BreezeAirways #Aviation #Travel

Southwest Airlines announces major expansion in LAS and MCO through 2027. LAS will see new service to 10 airports, while MCO is set to exceed 200 daily departures. This move scales operations in two key U.S. hubs. Full story here: aerocrewnews.com/uype #Aviation #Southwest #Travel

Avelo Airlines supports travelers after Spirit Airlines shutdown: • 75% off base fares (code: TRYAVELO) • Free Avelo PLUS status match • Hiring Spirit employees (Event: May 9 at TKI) • 29 former Spirit routes served Full story: aerocrewnews.com/4oj2 #Aviation #Avelo #Travel

United 767 from Venice struck a light pole on Newark approach, also hitting a semi-truck; the pole then struck a Jeep. Minor injury reported on the ground, none onboard. Safe landing. FAA/NTSB investigating. Source: AP Read more: aerocrewnews.com/l77z #UnitedAirlines #NewarkAirport

JetBlue is helping stranded Spirit customers with $99 rescue fares and expanding service at Fort Lauderdale with 11 new cities. The airline also plans jumpseat support for Spirit crews and interview opportunities for qualified team members.

Today, we say goodbye to Spirit, a carrier that shaped the low-cost era for 33 years & closed its final chapter with tail number NKS33. Its last flight carries more than an N-number; it marks the end of an airline that became part of the daily lives of crews, travelers, and aviation workers.

Spirit is preparing to cease operations after failing to secure a $500 million government lifeline, according to the WSJ. The carrier reportedly ran into resistance from bondholders and couldn’t finalize the funding needed to stay afloat as cash runs low. Read more: aerocrewnews.com/kyhr

Copa Airlines orders 40 Boeing 737 MAX jets with options for 20 more. The expansion supports Panama’s Hub of the Americas® and will see the fleet grow by 100+ MAX aircraft over 8 years. Read more: aerocrewnews.com/hs3a #Aviation #Boeing #CopaAirlines

United Airlines expands in Europe for Summer 2026. New nonstop flights from Newark to Split, Bari, Glasgow, and Santiago de Compostela. The schedule includes 770 weekly transatlantic roundtrips to 36 destinations. Full report: aerocrewnews.com/w4yo #Aviation #UnitedAirlines #AirlineBusiness

American Airlines launches mobile app upgrades featuring a redesigned trip details hub. New features include in-app Priority Group 4 boarding purchases and discounted AAdvantage miles. Wayfinding maps and reservation splitting tools are coming soon. aerocrewnews.com/twt5 #AmericanAirlines

Japan's first humanoid robot airport demo launches May 2026. JAL Group + GMO AIR targeting baggage, cabin cleaning & GSE ops. Full story at the link. aerocrewnews.com/0w #Aviation #Robotics #GroundHandling

JetBlue Q1 2026: 6.5% RASM growth driven by premium demand and FLL expansion. To fight rising fuel costs ($2.96/gal), JetBlue is slashing off-peak capacity and optimizing costs. Liquidity remains strong at $2.4B. Full report: aerocrewnews.com/5794 #Aviation #JetBlue #Finance

American Airlines to build BNA’s largest lounge. The new 17,400 sq. ft. Admirals Club in Concourse A will feature outdoor terraces and Nashville-inspired design. Construction begins in 2027. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/vih5 #Aviation #Nashville #AmericanAirlines

Boeing and Millennium Space Systems are scaling production, targeting 26 satellite deliveries in 2026. They've introduced Resolute, a new mid-class platform for faster, flexible missions. The move aims to meet rising defense and commercial demand. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/fyi9

Cathay Pacific debuts its redesigned flagship lounge, The Wing, First, at HKIA. Reopening April 22, it features new private workspaces (The Bureau) & wellness booths (The Retreat). Part of a HK$100B investment in the premium journey. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/vgfy #Aviation #CathayPacific #PaxEx

Elixir Aircraft begins U.S. deliveries to Florida and Arizona. The French manufacturer has secured nearly 300 North American pre-orders, including 100 for Sierra Charlie Aviation. Three units will fly to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh this July. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/88hs #Aviation #GeneralAviation

JetBlue Vacations partners with Flex Pay to launch monthly payment options for vacation packages. Features a 0% APR promo through April 23, 2026, for travel through year-end. No late fees or prepayment penalties. Full story: aerocrewnews.com/3uwf #Aviation #JetBlue #TravelTech