Boeing’s new jets finally cleared for US flights - and Southwest is celebrating IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 3
Boeing’s new 737 Max 7 jetliner finally gets FAA certification after years of delays The Federal Aviation Administration has approved the smallest model of Boeing’s Max jetliners for commercial service The Independent UK · Aug 3
US FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 in win for planemaker The FAA has approved Boeing's 737 MAX 7 jetliner after a lengthy delay. This certification marks a significant milestone for the American aircraft manufacturer. Boeing had previously anticipated this approval before the end of last year. The company has already built several MAX 7 and MAX 10 aircraft awaiting delivery.… The Economic Times · Aug 3
Electric air taxis are finally ready for takeoff A new breed of aircraft—half-helicopter, half-drone—begin real world tests across the U.S. this summer thanks to a federal program. First up is cargo, with passengers close behind. Fortune · Aug 3
LA doctor was an hour into American Airlines flight when she learns she now has to prove she’s is on the plane: ‘Big FAA violation’ Since when does recording attendance fall to passengers? We Got This Covered · Aug 2
Florida Got $200 Million For EV Chargers. It Wants To Spend It On Air Taxis Instead The state wants to spend federal EV charger money on eVTOLs, which don’t even have FAA approvals yet. InsideEVs · Aug 1
Probe cites history of overweight flights, inadequate oversight in crash that killed 10 off Alaska Federal investigators report that a commuter plane crash off Alaska last year, which killed all 10 people on board, involved an operator with a history of overweight flights The Independent UK · Jul 30
The US government wants to bypass environmental laws for commercial launches and spacecraft reentries The FAA, facing a backlog in demand for space missions, is proposing to cut down on environmental reviews to accelerate launches and re-entries. Space · Jul 30
Elizabeth Warren Slams Trump's 'Pattern of Corruption,' Cites United Airlines, Toyota $1 Million Inauguration Donations Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) criticized President Donald Trump, accusing the White House of enacting favorable policies for businesses that donated millions of dollars to the Trump Inauguration Fund. Benzinga · Jul 30
Delta and United join Southwest to become latest airlines to ban humanoid robots from the sky The crackdown follows an incident earlier this year when a passenger brought a robot onto a Southwest Airlines flight The Independent UK · Jul 29
DASH Stock Alert: What to Know as FAA Approves DoorDash Delivery Drones DoorDash stock pops as FAA grants the firm Part 135 air carrier certification. Here’s what it means for DASH shares heading into the company’s Q2 earnings. Barchart · Jul 29
American Airlines Hit With Online Ridicule Following Nationwide Ground Stop Due to Tech Issue American Airlines faces scrutiny after experiencing a brief IT outage causing a nationwide ground stop, affecting flights and leading to delays and cancellations. International Business Times UK · Jul 29
US agency proposes accelerated approval for commercial space missions The FAA is proposing new rules to speed up commercial space mission approvals. These changes aim to simplify licensing by waiving environmental law requirements. Currently, license applications can take up to thirty-six months for full approval. The agency seeks to reduce duplicative processes and needless delays for launch operations. This… The Economic Times · Jul 29
American Airlines Horror as Six Cabin Crew Struck Down by Mystery Mid-Flight Illness An American Airlines flight from Rome to Philadelphia diverted to Dublin after a mysterious smell caused crew illness. Passengers were accommodated overnight before continuing their journey. International Business Times UK · Jul 29
International Business Times UK · Jul 29 Experts Warn Airline Tech Outages Are Becoming Routine as American Airlines Grinds to a Halt Again American Airlines was grounded nationwide again on Tuesday after an IT outage, the latest in a run of tech failures experts say now hit US flyers with grim regularity.
The Times of India · Jul 28 Boeing posts bigger-than-expected Q2 loss as Air Force One costs rise by $280 million Boeing reported a larger-than-expected second-quarter loss on Tuesday as higher costs linked to the delayed Air Force One replacement programme weighed on its results.
The Times of India · Jul 28 'Could result in injuries': FAA flags incorrectly installed seats on several Boeing 737 Max jets The FAA has proposed mandatory inspections for 453 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft seats. Improperly installed seat assemblies could disengage during turbulence or emergency landings. This condition might injure passengers and crew or block the evacuation aisle. Boeing supports the FAA's decision to make these recommendations mandatory. The directive applies to…
The Economic Times · Jul 28 FAA delays flights at New York, Philadelphia airports due to severe weather conditions Severe weather and air traffic control staffing shortages are impacting flights. The Federal Aviation Administration is slowing air traffic into four major airports. These staffing issues are affecting flights at John F. Kennedy, LaGuardia, and Newark. Flight cancellations and significant ground delays are currently being experienced. The FAA anticipates these…
The Economic Times · Jul 28 Seats on hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets may need inspections, says FAA The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has proposed inspections for passenger seats on 453 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft registered in the U.S. after reports of incorrectly installed seat assemblies. The agency warned the issue could cause injuries during emergency landings or obstruct evacuations. Boeing said it supports making its earlier guidance…
The Economic Times · Jul 26 Air India begins phased Boeing 787 modifications after FAA safety directive Air India is modifying its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet following a US FAA safety directive. This directive addresses potential issues with door assist handles becoming detached from mounting points. The airline is implementing these changes in phases as a precautionary measure. The FAA's action aims to prevent injuries during door…
Reason · Jul 24 Trump's FAA Moves To End the 50-Year Ban on Domestic Supersonic Flight Supersonic flight is legally limited to the ocean. But the federal bureaucracy is (slowly) changing, and at least one company wants to take advantage.
The Economic Times · Jul 24 Seaplane carrying 11 crashes into island north of Seattle, all aboard are rescued Videos posted on social media show the aircraft banking to one side as it flies low over the water near some boats close to shore. The plane makes a hard landing, first on one float, then briefly skips into the air before hitting the rocky coast. The person taking the…
International Business Times · Jul 22 The U.S. Wants More Air Taxis, Supersonic Jets. Regulators Are Moving To Speed Things Up. FAA officials say pilot programs involving companies across 26 states are helping shape the next phase of American aviation.
The Economic Times · Jul 22 New York flights cancelled today (July 22): Hundreds of flights scrapped, 2,000+ delayed as storms bring travel chaos to the Northeast. Check details New York flights cancelled/delayed: Severe thunderstorms are causing widespread flight cancellations and significant delays across the US Northeast. Major airports in New York, including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark, are experiencing major disruptions. The Federal Aviation Administration has implemented traffic management measures to ensure flight safety during the storms. Hundreds of…
The Economic Times · Jul 21 Aircraft startup Electra to invest $850 million to build Ohio factory The company, backed by Honeywell Aerospace, Safran and other major investors, said the move will help get the EL9 Ultra Short from development into significant commercial production and create 1,975 jobs.