Tag Archives: Embraer
Tag Archives: Embraer
Aviation Explainer SeriesJust what on earth is wet-leasing?
Wet-leasing: it’s an aviation term that tends to make ears perk up because it sounds, well, odd. Just what part is wet exactly? The plane? Hopefully not the interior because that sounds like a hassle. And a typical follow-up question: so is there dry-leasing too? The answer to that is yes. Read More
By Gabriel Leigh
AvTalk PodcastAvTalk Episode 49: Shut it down
On this episode of AvTalk, Indonesia finds the Lion Air 610 cockpit voice recorder, we look at the effects the US government shutdown is having on aviation, and our favorite roof top bar that’s also an airline announces last call. Read More
By Ian Petchenik- AvTalk Podcast
Episode 48: Aviation 2018: the good, the bad, and the weird
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: Android | Google Podcasts | RSS 2018 was a year of highs, lows, and head scratchers. We take you through the year that was and we also revisit some of our favorite interviews from last year. What was new in 2018 We begin...
By Ian Petchenik 
Special Event2018 Aviation Year in Review
As 2019 begins, we look back on a decidedly mixed 2018 for aviation. Positively, a variety of new aircraft entered service and airlines added new and longer routes, bridging continents. Conversely, 2018 erased the previous year’s record streak of fatality-free jet airliner accidents. Here’s our 2018 aviation year in review. Read More
By Ian Petchenik
Aircraft IncidentFlightradar24 data for Air Astana KC1388 E190 loss-of-control incident
On 11 November, Air Astana KC1388 an Embraer E190 (registration P4-KCJ), departed Alverca Airport following a heavy maintenance C-check at Oficinas Gerais de Material Aeronáutico. Shortly after departure the flight crew declared a Mayday stating they were dealing with a loss of control. After struggling with the aircraft for over 1 hour the crew was … Read More
By Ian Petchenik- AvTalk Podcast
AvTalk Episode 26: A 767 Full of King Cakes
On this episode of AvTalk, we welcome UPS Airlines captain Ken Hoke for an extended conversation about life as a cargo pilot. We also discuss some recent deliveries, certifications, and another recent crash. Read More
By Ian Petchenik - AvTalk Podcast
AvTalk Episode 24: A Big Win for Bombardier
Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Android | Google Podcasts | RSS On this episode of AvTalk, we welcome back CNN aviation editor Jon Ostrower to discuss the surprise ruling by the ITC in the Boeing—Bombardier C Series tariff case. We round up some news from the past...
By Ian Petchenik - AvTalk Podcast
AvTalk Episode 17: The C Series Double Take
On this episode of AvTalk, we sit down with Jon Ostrower, CNN’s aviation editor, for an extended conversation about the recent Airbus and Bombardier C Series news. Jason makes a quick trip to France for the A330neo’s first flight, we go around for one last pass at Air Berlin, and we run through some news … Read More
By Ian Petchenik 
Inside Flightradar24A Week in the Life of Three Types of Airplanes
Airline operations staff spend a lot of time making sure they are getting the most out of their aircraft. That means using the right aircraft on the right route. For some airlines, like Southwwest or easyJet, that problem is solved by having one type of airplane and a route network that fits the aircraft’s performance. … Read More
By Ian Petchenik