Summary Senate passes $105bn FAA reauthorization bill with new provisions to improve aviation safety and training standards. Pilot union ALPA praises bill, urges expedited House action. Controversial additional slots at…
Summary The Boeing VC-137C "SAM 26000" housed in the museum transported presidents and officials. The SR-71 Blackbird holds records for speed and altitude but was retired due to cost. The…
A Corendon Airlines Europe Boeing 737-800 suffered minor damage when both tires on its nose landing gear (NLG) failed as the aircraft landed at an airport in Turkey. All 184…
Summary Airlines celebrate global events like Eurovision with themed liveries like Vueling's Airbus A320neo. Austrian Airlines also marked Eurovision by painting the Airbus A320 with a "Building Bridges" livery. Corendon…
The United States (US) Transportation Department Office of Inspector General (DOT OIG) has confirmed that it will conduct a review of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) oversight in relation to…
Summary Some 97 of the world's 100 busiest airports have widebody flights in May 2024. Short runways, not being the main airport for the metropolises, and more explain why three…
On May 8, 2024. Maldivian, the flag carrier of the Maldives, welcomed the arrival of its fourth ATR 42-600 aircraft. The milestone was commemorated by a special ceremony at Valena International…
Summary B-2 bombers to undergo $7 billion modernization contract to sustain readiness and enhance capabilities. Aircraft maintenance alone costs make B-2 one of the most expensive globally, with each nearing…
A woman has been sentenced to five years and five months in jail after attempting to smuggle 4.3 kilograms of cocaine through Auckland International Airport (AKL) in 2023.New Zealand Customs…
Condor’s new Airbus A330neo sporting Condor’s eye-catching, striped branding arrived in Boston on May 7. Condor will offer up to six daily flights a week (except Sunday) during the summer…
