Airways NOTAM May 12-18
NEWS │ OPINION │ THIS WEEK │ ANALYSIS │ MEDIA
A weekly review of commercial flight
News: Top Headlines
Fourth 777-9 Test Aircraft Flies Again with Full Passenger Cabin
Boeing’s fourth 777-9 test aircraft, WH004, returned to the skies on Wednesday from Paine Field in Everett, Washington.
Alaska Airlines Launches Daily Seattle–Tokyo Narita Service
Alaska Airlines marked a significant milestone today by launching daily nonstop service between Seattle and Tokyo Narita.
FAA Orders Boeing 787 Inspections to Fix Water Leak Issues
FAA mandates inspections and sealant repairs on select Boeing 787 series jets after reports of potable‑water‑system leaks.
ICAO Finds Russia Responsible for MH17 Downing
This is the first time in ICAO's history that its Council has decided on the merits of a Member State's dispute.
Aircraft Deals During POTUS's 2025 Middle East Visit
POTUS's May 2025 Middle East tour generates attention for the major aircraft deals announced in Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Opinion
KLM Staff Voice Concerns Over Israel Flight Resumption
Despite ongoing and unpredictable turmoil in the country, KLM will resume flights to Israel at the end of May.
This Week in Aviation History
5/12/1982: Braniff International Airways is Grounded
Today, in 1982, one of the world's most iconic airlines, Braniff International Airways, ceased operations.
Analysis
Widebody Recovery Analysis: Long-Haul Markets in 2025
After the pandemic, airlines have taken different paths regarding using widebody aircraft, especially the Airbus A380.
Media
Airways June 2025 Issue
As Thai Airways celebrates 65 years of excellence, the cover of this issue stands as a tribute to its legacy in aviation. Since its founding in 1960, Thai Airways has been a proud ambassador of Thailand, seamlessly blending tradition with world-class service. Get your copy of the June 2025 issue of Airways Magazine today!
