Island Bound: Hawaiian Heavy to Honolulu

Photo by Johann Heske
Join me as we trade the California coast for the islands on this long-haul Pacific crossing aboard the newly released Hawaiian Airlines A330-200! From the busy skies of Los Angeles to the tropical approach into Honolulu, this group flight brings together oceanic flying, heavy ops, and stunning arrival views into one unforgettable journey.
Event Details

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- Route: KLAX → PHNL
- Aircraft: Airbus A330-200 (Hawaiian Airlines)
- Server: Expert Server
- Departure Time: 10:00 AM PDT | Sunday, April 19
- Flight Time: ~5–6 hours
NOTAMs
- Maintain proper separation when uncontrolled
- Use realistic fuel planning (Simbrief will be provided day-of)
- Follow ATC instructions at all times
- Maintain appropriate heavy aircraft speeds during climb/descent
- I am not responible for any vios given to you during the event
- The Ultimate Guide For The Honolulu Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (PHNL)
ATC Sign-Ups!
- KLAX GTS - (OPEN)
- SoCal Departure - (OPEN)
- Honolulu Approach - (OPEN)
- PHNL GTS - (OPEN)
Final Note

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Settle in, monitor your fuel, and enjoy the long stretch over the Pacific before descending into one of the most scenic arrivals in the world.
I’ll see you in Honolulu
!