AvTalk Episode 210: Passing the Medium Flocking Bird Test

What this episode covers

On this episode of AvTalk, a Dutch court halts plans to cull flights in Amsterdam, a SkyUp Airlines 737 escapes Ukraine, and the FAA has finally issued new certification guidelines for engine encounters with “medium flocking birds.” Dutch court halts flight cuts in Amsterdam A Dutch court ruled this week that cuts imposed by Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam for the 2023-2024 winter season to meet pollution and noise targets did not follow proper procedures, allowing airlines to continue operating up to 500,000 annual flights—for now. Airlines argued in court that they can meet the targets thanks to newer aircraft and sustainable aviation fuel. SkyUp Airlines 737 escapes Ukraine A SkyUp Airlines 737 successfully flew out of Ukraine this week after more than a year stuck in Kyiv. Repossession possible for some of Go First fleet Some of Indian carrier Go First’s fleet is under repossession threat after non-payment. But the story isn’t that simple thanks to the engine those planes use. Shenzhen Airlines brings back the MAX Shenzhen Airlines returned its first 737 MAX to service this week. It becomes the 8th Chinese airline to return the MAX to service. Red Way Airlines coming soon Get ready Lincoln, Nebraska, Red Way is coming! The new virtual airline will sell tickets for flights operated by Global X as public charters, beginning with routes to Las Vegas and Orlando. Ultra Air ceases operations Just 14 months after its first flight, Colombian carrier Ultra Air has shut down. And the reason they gave for their failure is interesting. Canada-United Arab Emirates expand flight agreement Expanded flights between Canada and the UAE, cooperation between Air Canada and Emirates. What is happening!? Medium Flocking Bird test 14 years after US Airways flight 1549 landed in the Hudson River after striking a flock of birds, the FAA has finalized new engine certification guidelines. Specifically, the FAA is revising its medium flocking bird test. Actual snakes on an actual plane A cobra in a Baron 58. What could go wrong? Wanna buy a Connie? The Lockheed Super Constellation that was meant to be restored in Germany is now up for sale. HB-SRC, a Lockheed L-1049 built in 1955 could be yours. Thank you for listening! Thank you so much for listening to AvTalk! Like the podcast? Have suggestions for future shows? Let us know by leaving a review on iTunes. Reviews on iTunes not only help us make a better show, they help more people find the podcast! Want to send us additional feedback, just email us. And tell that friend who asked you for a podcast recommendation that AvTalk is the one they want to listen to next.   Click here for a transcript of this episode.