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#61
Announcements - The Modern Times / Read first: Forum instructions
Last post by Sami - April 15, 2026, 11:29:45 AMAirline Announcements Forum - Instructions
This forum is intended for in-game airline press releases. Airline CEO can post his airline related press release to this forum and other airline CEO's in that game can view the press release either via this forum or directly via the game interface.
Rules and instructions:
This forum is intended for in-game airline press releases. Airline CEO can post his airline related press release to this forum and other airline CEO's in that game can view the press release either via this forum or directly via the game interface.
Rules and instructions:
- Each game has its own forum - please make sure you post to the correct forum, otherwise the press release is not visible inside the game.
- You are only allowed to start a new topic into this forum if you participate in the game in question and are posting a press release of your airline.
- For each new press release, please start a new topic. Only this way the press releases are formatted correctly inside the game interface.
- Some of the basic BBC tags in messages work in game interface press release view too, such as bold, underline and font size. Selection is limited though so please stick with the normal text. Attachments are not displayed in game view.
- The posts in this forum, like others, must follow the forum rules.
- All replies to these press release topics must only concern the game in question and that particular airline. General discussion should go to its own forum.
#62
Announcements - History and the Future / Pindorama Linhas Aéreas inaugu...
Last post by Matheus Fai - April 14, 2026, 05:37:45 PMCOMUNICADO À IMPRENSA
Pindorama Linhas Aéreas inaugura serviço a jato na ponte aérea Rio–São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro, janeiro de 1956 – A Pindorama Linhas Aéreas tem a satisfação de anunciar a introdução de aeronaves a jato em sua operação regular na rota Rio de Janeiro–São Paulo, marcando uma nova etapa no desenvolvimento do transporte aéreo brasileiro.
Entram em serviço, nesta data, as aeronaves Avro C102 Jetliner, incorporadas à frota sob as denominações "Expresso Ipanema" e "Expresso Moema", dando início à moderna linha de serviços denominada Expresso Pindorama.
A nova operação representa um avanço significativo em termos de rapidez, regularidade e conforto, colocando a ponte aérea entre as duas principais cidades do país em um novo patamar de eficiência.
Serviço mais rápido e confortável
Dotadas de propulsão a jato, as aeronaves agora introduzidas permitem reduzir sensivelmente o tempo de viagem entre Rio de Janeiro e São Paulo, proporcionando maior conveniência ao público que se desloca com frequência entre os dois centros.
As aeronaves foram configuradas para 40 passageiros em padrão diferenciado, assegurando maior espaço individual, tranquilidade a bordo e atendimento aprimorado.
Identidade e tradição brasileira
Os nomes Expresso Ipanema e Expresso Moema foram escolhidos em homenagem a importantes referências urbanas do Rio de Janeiro e de São Paulo, simbolizando a integração entre as duas cidades e reforçando o caráter nacional da empresa.
As aeronaves apresentam a nova identidade visual da Pindorama, caracterizada por fuselagem metálica polida, faixa azul contínua ao longo da cabine e detalhes em dourado, compondo um conjunto que traduz sobriedade, modernidade e confiança.
Ampliação progressiva do serviço
A introdução inicial das duas aeronaves permitirá à Pindorama ampliar gradualmente a frequência de voos na ponte aérea, acompanhando o crescimento da demanda e consolidando a regularidade do serviço.
Novas unidades poderão ser incorporadas oportunamente, à medida que se desenvolva a operação e se ampliem as necessidades de transporte entre as principais regiões do país.
Sobre a Pindorama Linhas Aéreas
A Pindorama Linhas Aéreas prossegue em seu propósito de contribuir para a integração nacional, oferecendo serviços seguros, regulares e tecnicamente atualizados, acompanhando o progresso da aviação civil no Brasil.
Pindorama Linhas Aéreas inaugura serviço a jato na ponte aérea Rio–São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro, janeiro de 1956 – A Pindorama Linhas Aéreas tem a satisfação de anunciar a introdução de aeronaves a jato em sua operação regular na rota Rio de Janeiro–São Paulo, marcando uma nova etapa no desenvolvimento do transporte aéreo brasileiro.
Entram em serviço, nesta data, as aeronaves Avro C102 Jetliner, incorporadas à frota sob as denominações "Expresso Ipanema" e "Expresso Moema", dando início à moderna linha de serviços denominada Expresso Pindorama.
A nova operação representa um avanço significativo em termos de rapidez, regularidade e conforto, colocando a ponte aérea entre as duas principais cidades do país em um novo patamar de eficiência.
Serviço mais rápido e confortável
Dotadas de propulsão a jato, as aeronaves agora introduzidas permitem reduzir sensivelmente o tempo de viagem entre Rio de Janeiro e São Paulo, proporcionando maior conveniência ao público que se desloca com frequência entre os dois centros.
As aeronaves foram configuradas para 40 passageiros em padrão diferenciado, assegurando maior espaço individual, tranquilidade a bordo e atendimento aprimorado.
Identidade e tradição brasileira
Os nomes Expresso Ipanema e Expresso Moema foram escolhidos em homenagem a importantes referências urbanas do Rio de Janeiro e de São Paulo, simbolizando a integração entre as duas cidades e reforçando o caráter nacional da empresa.
As aeronaves apresentam a nova identidade visual da Pindorama, caracterizada por fuselagem metálica polida, faixa azul contínua ao longo da cabine e detalhes em dourado, compondo um conjunto que traduz sobriedade, modernidade e confiança.
Ampliação progressiva do serviço
A introdução inicial das duas aeronaves permitirá à Pindorama ampliar gradualmente a frequência de voos na ponte aérea, acompanhando o crescimento da demanda e consolidando a regularidade do serviço.
Novas unidades poderão ser incorporadas oportunamente, à medida que se desenvolva a operação e se ampliem as necessidades de transporte entre as principais regiões do país.
Sobre a Pindorama Linhas Aéreas
A Pindorama Linhas Aéreas prossegue em seu propósito de contribuir para a integração nacional, oferecendo serviços seguros, regulares e tecnicamente atualizados, acompanhando o progresso da aviação civil no Brasil.
#63
General forum / Re: Maintenance Cost
Last post by Sami - April 13, 2026, 07:19:56 PMNo, not currently, so it is okay to set all A/B checks to the same weekday.
#64
General forum / Maintenance Cost
Last post by WopidyWup - April 13, 2026, 05:42:59 PMHello,
I was wondering if my maintenance costs increase if I have them all in the same day, for example, Saturday. Do I gain anything by spreading the maintenance of different aircraft of the same family along the week?
Thanks in advance
I was wondering if my maintenance costs increase if I have them all in the same day, for example, Saturday. Do I gain anything by spreading the maintenance of different aircraft of the same family along the week?
Thanks in advance
#65
Game talk - Beginner's Worlds / Re: Advantages of not carrying...
Last post by KingAirways - April 13, 2026, 10:06:01 AM #66
Announcements - The Age of Flight / Last new stock SAAB2000 listed...
Last post by jezbanks - April 13, 2026, 06:52:02 AMIsland Express are pleased to announce the last stock SAAB2000 has been delivered and is available for sale or lease.
Listed on the UM now.
Listed on the UM now.
#67
Announcements - The Age of Flight / “THE SKY CLEARS LITERALLY”: CE...
Last post by blackswan - April 12, 2026, 03:45:18 PMIn a press conference that began with a suspiciously fresh breeze and ended with several reporters checking if they could suddenly see neighboring countries, CEO Buck Harmon today confirmed what meteorologists are calling "the single greatest visibility upgrade since the invention of eyeballs."
The company's final four-engine "Santa Monica Anteaters" have officially been retired.
"Yes," Harmon declared, pausing as a bird flew past without wearing a gas mask, "you will not see the Old Smokies again."
Within minutes of the final flight touching down, airports worldwide reported unprecedented visibility.
While industry analysts expected cost-cutting or regulatory pressure to drive the move, Harmon revealed a more... domestic influence.
"This decision was primarily driven by my now-wife, Annie Oakley," he admitted. "She recently closed her bourbon business and, frankly, needed somewhere to redirect that level of determination."
Sources close to the couple say Oakley, known for her sharp aim in both business and conversation, issued a simple ultimatum:
"It's either me or the airborne smoke festival."
Environmental groups have already praised the move, with one spokesperson stating, "We didn't expect change this fast. We thought we'd at least have time to write a strongly worded email."
Meanwhile, souvenir hunters are scrambling to acquire relics from the retired fleet, including engine parts and pilot goggles...
The company's final four-engine "Santa Monica Anteaters" have officially been retired.
"Yes," Harmon declared, pausing as a bird flew past without wearing a gas mask, "you will not see the Old Smokies again."
Within minutes of the final flight touching down, airports worldwide reported unprecedented visibility.
While industry analysts expected cost-cutting or regulatory pressure to drive the move, Harmon revealed a more... domestic influence.
"This decision was primarily driven by my now-wife, Annie Oakley," he admitted. "She recently closed her bourbon business and, frankly, needed somewhere to redirect that level of determination."
Sources close to the couple say Oakley, known for her sharp aim in both business and conversation, issued a simple ultimatum:
"It's either me or the airborne smoke festival."
Environmental groups have already praised the move, with one spokesperson stating, "We didn't expect change this fast. We thought we'd at least have time to write a strongly worded email."
Meanwhile, souvenir hunters are scrambling to acquire relics from the retired fleet, including engine parts and pilot goggles...
#68
Announcements / The Modern Times final results...
Last post by Sami - April 12, 2026, 08:02:52 AMThe most recent round of The Modern Times game has ended, with the runtime from game year 2003 to 2035.
Thanks to all players who participated, and special mention to all 32 airline CEOs who managed their airline all the way from day 1 to the end of the simulation.
The next Modern Times game opens next Friday, April 17th. You can already pre-register for this new game here: https://www.airwaysim.com/game/#game514
Here are the final stats of this game world:
Richest CEOs
Highest scoring airlines
Oldest airlines
Largest fleets in operation
Most airports served
Busiest airports
Alliances
Thanks to all players who participated, and special mention to all 32 airline CEOs who managed their airline all the way from day 1 to the end of the simulation.
The next Modern Times game opens next Friday, April 17th. You can already pre-register for this new game here: https://www.airwaysim.com/game/#game514
Here are the final stats of this game world:
Richest CEOs
| Player | Airline | Money | |
| 1. | Meddix | Meddix Air | 113 330 315 USD |
| 2. | Devon98 | Devon Airlines | 113 149 024 USD |
| 3. | NovemberCharlie | Nimbus | 112 581 277 USD |
| 4. | oggie84 | PrivilegeX | 111 852 294 USD |
| 5. | Chris Spiegel | Fun Express | 111 497 680 USD |
Highest scoring airlines
| Airline | Player | Score | |
| 1. | 3MontyPrrr | groundbum2 | 1 411 |
| 2. | Meddix Air | Meddix | 1 363 |
| 3. | MAXimus Airways | Flyme | 1 360 |
| 4. | Ryno airlines | ryno | 1 354 |
| 5. | Song dog | yccaaa | 1 295 |
Oldest airlines
| Airline | Player | Age | |
| 1. | 3MontyPrrr | groundbum2 | 32 years 0 months |
| 2. | Meddix Air | Meddix | 32 years 0 months |
| 3. | MAXimus Airways | Flyme | 32 years 0 months |
| 4. | Ryno airlines | ryno | 32 years 0 months |
| 5. | Song dog | yccaaa | 32 years 0 months |
| 6. | Pacifica | connorc17 | 32 years 0 months |
| 7. | PrivilegeX | oggie84 | 32 years 0 months |
| 8. | VOVAIR | Vovchik | 32 years 0 months |
| 9. | Fun Express | Chris Spiegel | 32 years 0 months |
| 10. | Nimbus | NovemberCharlie | 32 years 0 months |
| 11. | Amanville | Airto3 | 32 years 0 months |
| 12. | Henmo Airways | frissm | 32 years 0 months |
| 13. | AIR NIPPON | VANNASENG | 32 years 0 months |
| 14. | Devon Airlines | Devon98 | 32 years 0 months |
| 15. | Viva Air | Fouga | 32 years 0 months |
| 16. | Air Persia | Phoenix | 32 years 0 months |
| 17. | A V I O N | MIksalo | 32 years 0 months |
| 18. | NorthStar Airways | xAxonZz | 32 years 0 months |
| 19. | TripleS Airways | Triple7_aka_theuglyDuck | 32 years 0 months |
| 20. | Vellair | zultor | 32 years 0 months |
| 21. | Vesta Air | Dutchformula | 32 years 0 months |
| 22. | Silent Wings | Mike Creasy | 32 years 0 months |
| 23. | DREAMAIR | Pascal67 | 32 years 0 months |
| 24. | Mohawk Airlines | Braniff727 | 32 years 0 months |
| 25. | USA World | Airbus330 | 32 years 0 months |
| 26. | Greenair | sgreen93 | 32 years 0 months |
Largest fleets in operation
| Airline | Player | Aircraft | |
| 1. | 3MontyPrrr | groundbum2 | 3 232 |
| 2. | Song dog | yccaaa | 2 132 |
| 3. | Meddix Air | Meddix | 1 927 |
| 4. | PrivilegeX | oggie84 | 1 462 |
| 5. | MAXimus Airways | Flyme | 1 383 |
Most airports served
| Airline | Player | Destinations | |
| 1. | Algerian | Antoine | 708 |
| 2. | Aston Airlines | jerry727 | 681 |
| 3. | 3MontyPrrr | groundbum2 | 507 |
| 4. | Ryno airlines | ryno | 506 |
| 5. | Royale Tunisie | Ekskluziv5687 | 485 |
Busiest airports
| Airport | Passengers / yr | |
| 1. | Atlanta - Hartsfield-Jackson (KATL / ATL) | 204.57 mil |
| 2. | Los Angeles (KLAX / LAX) | 178.17 mil |
| 3. | Chicago - O'Hare (KORD / ORD) | 166.48 mil |
| 4. | London Heathrow (EGLL / LHR) | 147.34 mil |
| 5. | Paris - Charles De Gaulle (LFPG / CDG) | 144.54 mil |
Alliances
| Alliance | Score | |
| 1. | Elite Worldwide Alliance | 1 384 |
| 2. | Phoenix Alliance | 1 351 |
| 3. | One Universe Alliance | 1 127 |
| 4. | ELVivaJ Alliance | 1 041 |
| 5. | Global Alliance | 1 035 |
#69
Announcements - History and the Future / Mahalo
Last post by Willem 4 you - April 11, 2026, 06:12:01 PMMahalo dear guests,
ReLAXed is flying to 5 Hawaiian destinations with 2 or 3 connections to 1 of our hubs.
Our Cabin attenends welcome you onboard and enjoy a freshly squeezed fruit juice in all cabins before we start up the engines and the flight starts.
On the east coast we have increased our Florida flights for this winter season.
Pick up your phone or go to your travel agency and book those flights.
Don't stay cold at home, fly to the sun and sea.
ReLAXed is flying to 5 Hawaiian destinations with 2 or 3 connections to 1 of our hubs.
Our Cabin attenends welcome you onboard and enjoy a freshly squeezed fruit juice in all cabins before we start up the engines and the flight starts.
On the east coast we have increased our Florida flights for this winter season.
Pick up your phone or go to your travel agency and book those flights.
Don't stay cold at home, fly to the sun and sea.
#70
Announcements - The Age of Flight / Brand new SAAB 2000 aircraft a...
Last post by jezbanks - April 11, 2026, 03:55:28 PM2 listed now on the used market
1 more to come
1 more to come