Simple Flying Aviation News Podcast
#205: US Seizes A Boeing 747, SAS Launches A Mystery Points Plane
Feb 15, 2024
Topics include US seizure of an ex-Iranian Boeing 747, SAS launching a mystery points plane, United Airlines' A321neo grounding, oneworld's new CEO, and the EU greenlight for the Korean Air-Asiana merger.
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- The US seized an ex-Iranian Boeing 747 in Buenos Aires due to suspicions of crew members linked to terrorist organizations, violating sanctions, and the future of the aircraft is uncertain.
- SAS launched a unique travel experience for Eurobonus members, offering a mystery destination adventure where passengers only discover their location during the flight, attracting over a thousand sign-ups within minutes of the announcement.
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Boeing 747 detained in Argentina finally takes off for the first time in 18 months
A Boeing 747 cargo plane, previously owned by Mahan Air, was detained in Buenos Aires since June 2022 due to suspicions of crew members linked to terrorist organizations. The plane was acquired from an Iranian airline in violation of sanctions. In January, a judge ruled the seizure of the aircraft to be legal, and it was transferred to US registry. It recently took off under the call sign Tyson 23 and landed in Florida. The future of the aircraft is uncertain, as it will likely be stripped down for parts or retired.
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