U.S. Department of Transportation Mandates Two-Person Train Crews, Echoing Aviation’s Two-Pilot Standard
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DoT) latest regulation mandating two-person crews for most freight train operations has reignited discussions about… Read More »
FAA Investigates Close Encounter Between Southwest Flight and LaGuardia Control Tower
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into a near-miss incident involving a Southwest Airlines flight and the… Read More »
United Airlines Pilot Reports Ineffective Brakes Prior to Houston Taxiway Incident
A United Airlines Boeing 737 Max experienced a notable incident last month when it slid off a taxiway at George… Read More »
Boeing Compensates Alaska Airlines with Over $160M Following Flight 1282 Incident
Boeing has agreed to pay Alaska Airlines more than $160 million in compensation following a midflight door plug blowout incident… Read More »
Hainan Airlines Eyes Major Airbus A330-900 Order Amid Fleet Expansion
Hainan Airlines, a prominent player in China’s aviation sector, is reportedly on the brink of significantly boosting its fleet with… Read More »
Senator Duckworth Urges FAA Action on Boeing’s Non-Disclosure of 737 MAX Flight Deck Features
Senator Tammy Duckworth is advocating for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to scrutinize Boeing’s practices, particularly its failure to fully… Read More »
Airbus A380 Superjumbos Set for Dismantling Amid Rising Demand for Parts
VAS Aero Services and the Dr. Peters Group have announced a new agreement to dismantle four Airbus A380 aircraft, capitalizing… Read More »
GPS Jamming Intensifies in Lebanon, Raising Concerns for Civil Aviation
Recent weeks have seen a significant increase in GPS jamming incidents across Lebanon, according to expert analyses and reports from… Read More »
Spirit Airlines Secures Engine Problem Compensation, Boosting 2024 Financial Outlook
Spirit Airlines has announced a significant financial agreement with International Aero Engines, an RTX Corp’s Pratt & Whitney affiliate, that… Read More »
NTSB Issues Alert on the Hazards of Dust Devils for Pilots
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released a safety alert this week, cautioning pilots about the potential dangers dust… Read More »
Spirit Airlines Strategizes to Diversify Route Network Beyond Florida
Spirit Airlines, a carrier well-known for its affordable flights to prime vacation spots, is contemplating a strategic shift in its… Read More »
Air France Flight Marks Historic Transatlantic Transport of Donor Heart with XVIVO’s Cutting-Edge Technology
In a pioneering collaboration that marries aviation and medical innovation, a donor heart was transported across the Atlantic Ocean on… Read More »
Japan Sets Sights on 2035 for Launch of Next-Generation Hydrogen-Fueled Passenger Aircraft
In an ambitious move to secure a foothold in the global aviation market, Japan has announced plans to launch a… Read More »
India’s Aviation Authority Postpones Implementation of New Pilot Rest and Duty Time Regulations
India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has delayed the implementation of its previously set June 1 deadline for airlines… Read More »
Lessons from Boeing: The Crucial Role of Risk Management in Aviation Safety
Following the recent 737-9 Max incident, among others, mass media reports have frequently contained inaccuracies and displayed a fundamental misunderstanding… Read More »
NTSB Chair Addresses Media Sensationalism in Aviation Reporting
Jennifer Homendy, the Chair of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), has recently criticized the media for what she perceives… Read More »
American Airlines Introduces Free Inflight Wi-Fi with Ad-Supported Option on Domestic Flights
American Airlines is set to revolutionize the inflight experience by offering free Wi-Fi to passengers on its domestic flights, utilizing… Read More »
Pacific Airlines Halts Operations and Returns Fleet Amid Restructuring Plans
Vietnam’s Pacific Airlines has temporarily ceased its operations and has returned its fleet to lessors as part of a comprehensive… Read More »
FBI Alerts Passengers of Potential Crime Involvement Following Alaska Airlines In-Flight Emergency
In a recent communication, the FBI has notified passengers of an Alaska Airlines flight that experienced a dramatic mid-flight incident… Read More »
Boeing Contemplates Severing Spirit AeroSystems’ Airbus Connections Ahead of Acquisition
In a strategic move that underscores the competitive dynamics of the aerospace industry, Boeing is reportedly evaluating measures to reduce… Read More »
Boeing Faces Increased Cash Burn Amid 737 Max Production Challenges
Boeing is experiencing a higher-than-anticipated cash burn rate due to ongoing safety and production issues, particularly with its 737 MAX… Read More »
Flight Diverted: Woman’s Outburst Leads to Emergency Landing on Jetstar’s Melbourne to Bali Route
A Jetstar flight bound for Bali was dramatically diverted back to Melbourne after a woman’s erratic behavior caused chaos mid-air,… Read More »