The Lockheed F-117 Night Hawk is a later Cold War icon and is famous for being one of the most closely guarded black box projects. It was the first operational stealth, or more accurately, low-observable, combat aircraft. The F-117 was a harbinger of things to come.
Today we turn our attention to the former, and look at the 66 or so aircraft in service – from the Embraer E195 up to the 777-200ER. The carrier is also one of the few remaining European airlines still operating the 767!
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced it will join oneworld, becoming the airline alliance’s 16th member. The decision was revealed at the IATA AGM in Rio de Janeiro on June 6, 2026. But why did PAL choose to join oneworld over the other two major airline alliances, Star Alliance and SkyTeam?
![8-Hour Flights: LOT Polish Airlines’ New Longest Ever Boeing 737 Route [Map]](https://static0.simpleflyingimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/shutterstock_1139928029_cropped.jpg "8-Hour Flights: LOT Polish Airlines’ New Longest Ever Boeing 737 Route [Map]")
LOT Polish Airlines has started the summer in style by launching a new route from its main hub at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Almaty (ALA) in Kazakhstan. Robert Ludera, LOT’s Chief Commercial Officer, said at the time of the launch that the new route highlights “the growing importance of the Central Asian region in […]
![Singapore Airlines Adds Airbus A380 Flights On This Major Route [Map]](https://static0.simpleflyingimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/886-singapore-airlines-airbus-a380-byeolsan-_-shutterstock-simple-flying.jpg "Singapore Airlines Adds Airbus A380 Flights On This Major Route [Map]")
Singapore Airlines has indicated it will be increasing its Airbus A380 services to the Australasia region this winter, as the aircraft type is set to return to Auckland, New Zealand later this year. The airline last operated on this route from January to March this year, but Auckland has seen the carrier’s A380 for over […]
Exercise normal precaution in Canada. Canada is generally a safe destination for travelers. For Americans traveling to Canada for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, follow the latest guidance from the U.S. Embassy in Canada. Crime Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Most crimes against foreigners are crimes […]
![Historic: Delta Launches Its 1st Flight on New Transatlantic Route This Weekend [Map]](https://static0.simpleflyingimages.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/850-delta-air-lines-boeing-767-300-nieuwland-photography-_-shutterstock-simple-flying.jpg "Historic: Delta Launches Its 1st Flight on New Transatlantic Route This Weekend [Map]")
Delta Air Lines is set to launch its first-ever service to the European destination of Malta tomorrow (June 7). While the Malta – US market has previously been served by European carriers on two separate occasions, this will mark the first time a North American carrier serves the market. This will also be the third […]
Simple Flying’s latest podcast is live and ready for you to enjoy! Hosted by Managing Editor Tom Boon and Senior Editor Channing Reid, the 294th episode is now available for your listening pleasure.
Scott Kirby has backed down on any potential United Airlines merger/acquisition for the foreseeable future, just weeks after he suggested that a tie-up with American Airlines would work. According to Reuters, Kirby spoke at the recent Bernstein investor conference, noting that American would be the only sensible choice for an airline merger; however, United did […]
Nashville International Airport (BNA) is no stranger to long-haul widebody services from Europe, but the aircraft type that touched down at the airport this week was one it rarely sees. An Iberia Airbus A350-900 landed in Nashville on Friday afternoon, having flown directly from Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Spain, marking one of the […]