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Airlines
Qantas Selects 717 Replacement
Last week, the Australian flag carrier, Qantas, announced a major fleet renewal program. And as part of that program, Qantas selects a 717 replacement, leaving Hawaiian as the sole operator that has yet to do so. … [Read more...] about Qantas Selects 717 Replacement
Hawaiian Airlines to Resume Sydney Flights
For the first time since the pandemic began, Hawaiian Airlines is to resume Sydney flights. However, like its current service to Japan and Korea, I don't think Hawaiian's returning Australian service will likely see low load factors. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines to Resume Sydney Flights
Review: Hawaiian Air HA6 Honolulu to Las Vegas
During my recent trip to Vegas and Irvine, we flew on Hawaiian Airlines. Sure, Southwest is an option nowadays, but my in-laws prefer Hawaiian for the convenience and ease. So, let's talk about Hawaiian Air HA6 Honolulu to Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Review: Hawaiian Air HA6 Honolulu to Las Vegas
Hawaiian Airlines Changes Terminals at LAX
For a while now, Hawaii's hometown carrier called Terminal 5 home at Los Angeles International Airport. That won't be the case come tomorrow, though, as Hawaiian Airlines changes Terminal at LAX. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines Changes Terminals at LAX
Hawaiian Air Flight Attendant Hit in Unprovoked Attack
Issues with unruly passengers are a major issue right now in the US. Since January 1st of this year, there have been over 4,200 such events reported. And while most involve COVID-era compliance issues, not all do. That's the case with a Hawaiian Air flight attendant hit in an unprovoked attack yesterday. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air Flight Attendant Hit in Unprovoked Attack
Hawaiian is Now Relocating Afghan Refugees
The other day, I wrote about the Civil Reserve Air Fleet's activation by the Department of Defense. Among airlines being called up for service was Hawaii's very own hometown carrier. And, as of yesterday, Hawaiian is now relocating Afghan refugees across the country. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian is Now Relocating Afghan Refugees
Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse Opens Today
For what seems like forever now, modernization work has been a constant site at Hawaii's airports. However, one of the largest of these projects is now complete - and ahead of schedule at that! And thanks to this, the Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse opens today! … [Read more...] about Honolulu Airport Mauka Concourse Opens Today
Hawaiian Air to Assist With Afghan Evacuations
I'm sure we're all aware of the humanitarian crisis taking place in Afghanistan. The entire situation is tragic, for sure. And, for the most part, the US Air Force is handling evacuation flights. However, they're getting some help, and Hawaiian Air is to assist with Afghan evacuations. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Air to Assist With Afghan Evacuations
Flying Honus Temporarily Returned to Honolulu
Earlier this week, the AvGeek community here on Oahu was abuzz thanks to the appearance of an ANA A380. But don't expect to see them again any time soon, as the flying honus temporarily returned to Honolulu for undisclosed reasons. … [Read more...] about Flying Honus Temporarily Returned to Honolulu
