FAA Plans Rule Changes to Speed Up Certification of New Airplanes
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is preparing to propose regulatory changes aimed at speeding up the certification of new… Read More »
US Judge Questions DoJ Deal Letting Boeing Avoid Independent Monitor
A U.S. judge on September 3 held a three-hour hearing to review objections to a Justice Department agreement with Boeing… Read More »
New Zealand’s Air Chathams Welcomes Loans, Seeks More Support
Air Chathams has welcomed the New Zealand government’s new NZD30 million (USD17.6 million) loan package to support struggling regional carriers… Read More »
Jetstar Fined $1.3M in NZ for Misleading Customers
Jetstar Airways has been fined NZD2.25 million (USD1.3 million) by New Zealand’s Commerce Commission for breaching the Fair Trading Act…. Read More »
US Fines Texas Firm $1.6M Over Venezuela Charter
The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has fined Houston-based freight forwarder Fracht FWO Inc. USD1.6 million for… Read More »
Spirit Airlines Parent Set for NYSE Delisting
Spirit Aviation Holdings, the parent of Spirit Airlines, will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange after the exchange… Read More »
Cabo Verde Airlines Seeks New ACMI After Groundings
Cabo Verde Airlines is in talks to secure new ACMI agreements after two of its wet-leased aircraft were grounded following… Read More »
What to Know About Russia’s GPS Jamming Campaign in Europe
Russia’s GPS jamming has become a persistent threat to European aviation and maritime safety, with nearly 80 incidents recorded since… Read More »
ATSB Issues Safety Advisories for Cessna 206 Cargo Doors
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has issued two new safety advisories for Cessna 206 operators and owners, focusing on… Read More »
Sounds Air Downsizes Despite NZ Gov’t Loan Plan
The New Zealand government has unveiled a loan package of up to NZD30 million (USD17.6 million) to support struggling regional… Read More »
Audit Uncovers $9.2M Irregularities at Uganda Airlines
Uganda Airlines is facing scrutiny after a confidential audit flagged $9.2 million in irregular passenger service fees and potential conflicts… Read More »
Turkey Blocks Israeli Gov’t Flights, Not Commercial
Türkiye’s government has confirmed a ban on Israeli government flights and aircraft carrying munitions, but commercial flights remain unaffected despite… Read More »
TSA Rejects Some Maine Real IDs Over Scanning Glitch
Some travelers in Maine are facing unexpected problems at airport security checkpoints as certain Real ID-compliant driver’s licenses are being… Read More »
Russia Accused of GPS Jamming EU Chief’s Jet in Bulgaria
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s jet was allegedly targeted by Russian GPS jamming as it attempted to land… Read More »
USAF Seeks Next-Gen Tanker Designs While Extending KC-46 Fleet
The U.S. Air Force has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for its Next-Generation Air Refueling System (NGAS)—often referred to… Read More »
Spirit Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Again Amid Financial Struggles
Spirit Airlines has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than a year, as… Read More »
Mauritius to Invite Bids for 49% of Air Mauritius
Mauritius is preparing to open bidding for a 49% stake in Air Mauritius as the government seeks fresh investment to… Read More »
Airlink Optimistic Mozambique Will Release Funds
Airlink says it is hopeful Mozambican authorities will soon unblock millions in trapped ticket revenues, following high-level talks with government… Read More »
FAA, Boeing to Hold Drills Before 737 Max Cap Lift
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to conduct tabletop exercises with Boeing before considering lifting the current cap on… Read More »
Uganda Airlines to Spend $50M on MRO Expansion
Uganda Airlines has announced plans to invest around $50 million to expand its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities. The… Read More »
Madagascar Airlines Extends CEO’s Mandate
Madagascar Airlines has confirmed that CEO Thierry de Bailleul will remain in his role to ensure continuity in the company’s… Read More »
Kenya Airways Secures $50M Loan Amid Delays
Kenya Airways has secured $50 million in short-term loans from local banks to meet urgent cash needs as it awaits… Read More »