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Pilots Caught Meowing and Barking on the Emergency Frequency at Reagan National — the One Reserved for Crashes and Distress Calls

A viral pilot emergency frequency incident at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport raises serious aviation safety concerns after pilots were heard making animal noises on a channel reserved for distress calls.

International Business Times UK · Apr 16

What to know about the counter drone technology that triggered the closure of the El Paso airspace

The government’s ability to deal with drones that pose a threat on American soil has been questioned this week after airspace was closed over El Paso, Texas

The Independent UK · Feb 14

It’s all gravy: Thanksgiving air traffic to be normal after US government reopens

Experts say air traffic controllers quickly returning to work, with promise of full back pay, and even $10,000 bonus

The Guardian - US · Nov 16, 2025

Boeing woes spark painful memories for families of Indonesian crash victims

Near-disaster involving Alaska Airlines aircraft has revived questions about plane manufacturer’s safety record.

Al Jazeera · Jan 27, 2024

Why you shouldn't be surprised that autoworkers are asking for a 40% pay raise

Bold union demands, bolstered by a tight labor market and frustration throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, are paying off in some sectors with significant raises for workers.

WEKU · Sep 15, 2023

Why auto workers are asking for a 46% pay raise

Bold union demands, bolstered by a tight labor market and frustration throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, are paying off in some sectors with significant raises for workers.

WEKU · Sep 7, 2023

American Airlines pilots want bargaining do-over after United bests on pay

The union that represents American Airlines pilots is calling out the carrier to make changes to a “woefully deficient by comparison” contract following the tentative agreement for United Airlines pilots that they say pays better.

Tribune News Service · Jul 20, 2023

The latest workers calling for a better quality of life: airline pilots

In ongoing contract negotiations, pilots at major airlines are pushing for changes in scheduling, to allow for more time at home and fewer missed birthdays and other celebrations.

WEKU · May 22, 2023

American Airlines pilots reach agreement in principle, days from busy summer travel season

American Airlines pilots have reached an agreement in principle with the Fort Worth carrier, just a week ahead of the start of a busy summer travel season.

Tribune News Service · May 19, 2023

Airline passengers could be in for a rougher ride, thanks to climate change

Research in recent years has pointed to more incidents of clear-air turbulence in the jet stream brought on by rising temperatures. Airline crews and passengers are feeling the effects firsthand.

WEKU · Apr 6, 2023