Parts Removal Problems Were Well-Known at Boeing Before Alaska Airlines 737-9 Accident
Boeing was aware of compliance issues related to parts removal long before the January 2023 accident involving an Alaska Airlines… Read More »
Political Storm Brews Over Uganda Airlines Investigation
Uganda Airlines, the state-owned carrier based at Entebbe, has once again been thrust into the center of a political showdown… Read More »
CNMI Explores New Air Service Options as Star Marianas Air Threatens Flight Cessation
The Commonwealth Ports Authority (CPA), which manages airports in the Northern Marianas Islands, is actively seeking new air service providers… Read More »
NTSB and Boeing Unable to Identify Who Removed 737-9 Door Plug
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and Boeing have been unable to determine who removed a door plug in a… Read More »
FAA Proposes Directive for Boeing 787 Dreamliner After Manufacturing Oversight
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new directive requiring maintenance record checks or inspections of certain Boeing 787… Read More »
Boeing to Make Design Changes to Prevent Future 737-9 Door Panel Blowouts
Boeing announced on August 6 that it plans to implement design changes to prevent future mid-air cabin panel blowouts, similar… Read More »
Court Ends Nigeria Air Project
On August 5, the Federal High Court in Lagos declared Nigeria Air (NWB, Lagos) “null and void,” effectively terminating the… Read More »
Delta Flight to Rome Diverted Back to Boston After Lightning Strike
An international Delta Air Lines flight from Boston to Rome was diverted back to Boston Logan International Airport on Sunday… Read More »
Pilot’s Arrest Forces Cancellation of Frontier Airlines Flight from IAH to Dallas
A Frontier Airlines flight from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Dallas was canceled after a pilot was reportedly taken… Read More »
Malaysia’s Systematic Aviation Services AOC Cancelled
Systematic Aviation Services (Kuala Lumpur Subang) has had its suspended air operator’s certificate (AOC) officially cancelled after failing to renew… Read More »
Emergency Directive Issued for Airbus A220 by Transport Canada Over Landing Gear Concerns
Transport Canada has announced an urgent airworthiness directive (AD) targeting the Airbus A220 fleet, following the discovery of a critical… Read More »
American Airlines Passenger Indicted for Attempting to Open Plane Doors Mid-Flight
An American Airlines passenger has been formally charged by a federal grand jury after reportedly attempting to open the aircraft’s… Read More »
Nigeria Considers Retaliatory Measures Over Heathrow Access Dispute
Nigeria’s Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo, has issued a warning that the country may take retaliatory actions against British Airways if… Read More »
Families of Boeing 737 MAX Crash Victims Call for Increased Fines Against Planemaker
Families of the victims from the Boeing 737 MAX crashes, which collectively claimed 346 lives, are urging a U.S. judge… Read More »
Senator Maria Cantwell Calls for FAA Review of Aviation Manufacturer Oversight
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., who chairs the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, has officially requested that the… Read More »
EasyJet First Officer Faints During Flight to Lisbon, Underscoring Need for Two-Pilot Minimum Rule
Passengers don’t usually expect a pilot to fall ill during a flight, but the rare occurrence underscores the importance of… Read More »
Airbus to Expand Safety Promotion Centres to China, US, Germany, and UK
Airbus is set to expand its Safety Promotion Centres (SPC) to China, the USA, Germany, and the United Kingdom, reinforcing… Read More »
Delta Air Lines Jet Makes Emergency Landing in Milan After Engine Smoke During Takeoff
A Delta Air Lines flight bound for Atlanta was forced to make an emergency landing at Milan Malpensa Airport on… Read More »
Boeing Aircraft Experiences Steering Failure Mid-Air During Spain-to-England Flight
A Boeing aircraft flying from Spain to England faced a critical situation on Friday when it experienced a steering failure… Read More »
Laptop Fire Sparks Emergency Evacuation on American Airlines Flight
An American Airlines flight from San Francisco to Miami was forced to make a dramatic emergency evacuation on Friday after… Read More »
Supersonic, Rocket-Powered Aircraft Receives Green Light to Break Sound Barrier
New Zealand-based Dawn Aerospace has been granted approval to push the boundaries of aviation with its revolutionary rocket-powered aircraft, designed… Read More »
China Southern Airlines Gets First Group of Pilots Certified for C919
In a significant achievement for China Southern Airlines, the first group of eight captains has successfully completed their C919 type… Read More »
Russia Initiates Domestic Production of Substitute Spare Parts for Boeing and Airbus Fleets
In a significant development for the aviation industry, Russia has announced plans to manufacture domestic replacement parts for Boeing and… Read More »
FAA Proposes $400,000 Fine Against Kalitta Air for Navigation Violations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a hefty civil penalty of $400,000 against Kalitta Air, a cargo airline based… Read More »
U.S. Department of Justice Nears Final Plea Agreement with Boeing on Criminal Fraud Charges
The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) announced significant advancements toward finalizing a plea agreement with Boeing, involving a substantial fine… Read More »
NTSB Schedules Hearings on Boeing 737 MAX Door Incident Amid Regulatory Scrutiny
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has announced it will conduct extensive hearings concerning the January incident involving an Alaska… Read More »