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As more airlines join the realms of ultra-long-haul travel, the list of the world’s longest flights keeps on changing. AeroTime has consulted with data experts at OAG to find out which flights are the longest in 2025, and who’s flying them. So let's take a look at the TOP 5 longest flights: 5. Dallas to Melbourne Operating airline: Qantas Flight time: 17 hours 45 minutes 4. London (LHR) to Perth Operating airline: Qantas Flight time: 16 hours 30 minutes 3. Auckland to Doha Operating airline: Qatar Airways Flight time: 17 hours 20 minutes 2. New York (EWR) to Singapore Operating airline: Singapore Airlines Flight time: 18 hours 40 minutes 1. ? What do you think is the Top 1? Leave your guess in the comments. #LongestFlights #AeroTime #Aviation #TOP5 #Qantas #QatarAirways #SingaporeAirlines

THE FIRST COMMERCIAL FLIGHT The first scheduled commercial airline flight took place on January 1, 1914, between St. Petersburg and Tampa, Florida. The flight lasted 23 minutes and carried one passenger. #DidYouKnow #AeroTime #Aviation #Facts #CommercialAviation

A week ago I had the chance to see from up close one of Europe’s most promising success stories in aviation. Based in beautiful La Rochelle🇫🇷, Elixir Aircraft is making 4th gen light aircraft with the innovative OneShot airframe-making tech - full story to follow soon on AeroTime (and thanks Cyril CHAMPENOIS, Pascale Nizet and team for the hospitality and the experience!)

TOP 3 stories of this week: ◾ Airbus surpasses 16,000 aircraft deliveries in latest performance update. ◾ Ireland plans €2.5bn fighter jet purchase, first acquisition in 50 years. ◾ US Air Force halts KC-46A deliveries after cracks found on new tankers. These and quite a few more interesting stories are in our weekly news digest. #AeroTime #ThisWeekInAviation #aviationnewsletter #aviationnews

On this upcoming International Women's Day, we want to celebrate the remarkable women who have soared to new heights in the aviation industry. From pioneering pilots to innovative engineers, women have consistently broken barriers and set new standards of excellence. Their contributions have not only advanced aviation technology but have also inspired future generations to pursue careers in this dynamic field. As we celebrate their achievements, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting and empowering women in aviation. Join us in recognizing the incredible women who continue to shape the skies and drive the industry forward! #WomensDay #celebration #AviationIndustry #Gratitude #ThankYou #WomenInAviation

A Japan Airlines Boeing 737-800 celebrating the upcoming EXPO 2025 at Osaka, Japan, has been unveiled featuring a giant robot from the science fiction world of Gundam.  “By having the “JAL GUNDAM JET” fly through the skies of Japan through this collaboration, the aim is to share the vision of the ‘GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION’, which seeks to connect people worldwide through GUNDAM and encourages everyone to think about the “Future” together. This message is especially aimed at children, who will shape the future,” said a spokesperson for Japan Airlines. #JapanAirlines #Aviation #AeroTime #AircraftLivery #JAL #Boeing737 #EXPO2025

In our Executive Spotlight interview, Xander Lao, President and CCO of Cebu Pacific Air, shares the story of career transition from finance to aviation. #Aviation #CebuPacific #AeroTime #AviationCareer

Aerobatic flying: entertainment, skill or deadly game? Igoris Lobanovas, a Lithuanian airline pilot, captain and instructor, with almost 8000 hours of flying experience on more than 50 aircraft types, spoke with AeroTime about his experience combining commercial flying with sports aerobatics for more than 10 years.  We explored aerobatic flying, looking at how it differs from commercial aviation, the technical and psychological skills aerobatic pilots must have, and the risks associated with this unique discipline.  Article link is in the comments. #AeroTime #Aviation #Interview #AerobaticFlying #Pilot