Delta Air Lines' oldest active jet is 37 years old: Here’s where it's still flying

The carrier has several veteran narrowbodies at its disposal.
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Why do airlines keep older aircraft in service longer than expected?

Almost every carrier has some legacy jets in its fleet. Yet, these aren't just sitting around gathering dust, but play an important role in a carrier's operation, often carrying out missions that are ...
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Your Next Flight Could Be on a 35-Year-Old Airplane. Here’s Which Airline Flies Some of the Oldest Aircraft in the U.S.

Stepping on a modern day commercial jet can oftentimes feel like boarding a plane that represents the cutting edge of aviation. But a new report from CNN Travel sheds light on the state of the ...
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Your next flight may be on a very old airplane and you probably won’t know

(CNN) — Step aboard a Boeing 767 operated by United Airlines and you’ll encounter the carrier’s very latest cabin comfort experiences — a smart foyer with gray walls and the rich blue United globe ...
The Aviationist

Skunk Works Is Looking for a U-2 Pilot

Despite being one of the oldest aircraft still flying in U.S. service, the U-2 remains relevant enough for Skunk Works to seek a qualified pilot in Palmdale. Skunk Works, the legendary Lockheed Martin ...
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John Travolta’s Old Boeing 707—En Route to Australia—Could Fly Again

John Travolta's former Boeing 707 is being disassembled and shipped from Georgia to the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society (HARS) Aviation Museum in Australia for public display. The aircraft, ...