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Drone companies are making huge leaps in regulatory approvals—the path to scale will still be tough

The promise of delivery drones has taken longer to become a reality than proponents expected. A recent win for the industry shows why.

NASA cuts 2 astronauts from SpaceX Crew-9 mission to make room for Boeing Starliner crew

NASA cuts 2 astronauts from SpaceX Crew-9 mission to make room for Boeing Starliner crew

NASA's Crew-9 mission now has only 2 astronauts instead of 4. The last-minute change gives room to return 2 astronauts on the ISS who needed a new ride home.

First-Ever Commercial Space Walk Delayed After Overcautious FAA Grounds SpaceX Rocket

The Federal Aviation Administration has called an unnecessary halt on launches following the Falcon 9 mishap on August 28.

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United Airlines Flight Diverts Due To Severe Turbulence Injuries

Passengers injured in United Airlines turbulence incident highlight aviation industry's response to turbulence risks and safety measures.

A Reusable SpaceX Rocket Booster Just Utterly Malfunctioned — And It Could Affect Boeing Starliner’s Stranded Astronauts

During a routine launch on Thursday to add more satellites to the growing SpaceX Starlink communications constellation, something went wrong.

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket grounded for 2nd time in 2 months following explosive landing failure

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has grounded SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket for the second time in as many months following a routine landing that ended in flames on Wednesday (Aug. 28).

Private astronauts of Polaris Dawn mission patiently await SpaceX launch amid multiple delays

Weather conditions at the mission's landing zones have postponed the Polaris Dawn launch, and also the FAA grounded the Falcon 9, so the crew might be waiting a minute.

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Rocket failure grounds SpaceX

Rocket failure grounds SpaceX

A landing failure led the agency to pause launches, including a private manned spacewalk, pending an investigation

FAA requires investigation into SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket landing failure

FAA requires investigation into SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket landing failure

The FAA is requiring an investigation into the failed touchdown attempt of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket's first stage after a successful Starlink satellite launch early Wednesday morning (Aug. 28).

FAA grounds SpaceX after rocket falls over in flames at landing

FAA grounds SpaceX after rocket falls over in flames at landing

SpaceX launches are on hold after a booster rocket toppled over in flames while landing

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Inadequate inspections and lack of oversight cited in West Virginia fatal helicopter crash

Inadequate inspections and lack of oversight cited in West Virginia fatal helicopter crash

Federal regulators say inadequate inspections and a lack of oversight are partly to blame for the crash of a Vietnam-era tourist helicopter that killed six people in West Virginia two years ago

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US Tourist Sparks Debate On Airport Etiquette After Trying To Kick Down Airplane’s Door

US Tourist Sparks Debate On Airport Etiquette After Trying To Kick Down Airplane’s Door

"Flying is like riding the bus these days" The post US Tourist Sparks Debate On Airport Etiquette After Trying To Kick Down Airplane’s Door first appeared on Bored Panda.

How Political Meddling in New York and New Jersey Causes Airline Delays in the Entire U.S.

Congestion and slowdowns in the airspace around New York City account for up to 75 percent of all airline delays, yet efforts to depoliticize its management remain stalled.

FAA sent 43 more cases of unruly airline passengers to the FBI for possible prosecution

FAA sent 43 more cases of unruly airline passengers to the FBI for possible prosecution

U.S. officials say they referred 43 cases of unruly airline passengers to the FBI for possible prosecution in the last year

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Boeing Suspends 777X Flight Tests After Part Failure

Boeing has suspended flight testing of its new 777X wide-body jet after identifying the failure of a part connecting the engine to the body of the aircraft, the manufacturer told AFP on Tuesday.

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A new setback hits a Boeing jet: US will require inspection of pilot seats on 787s

Boeing is suffering setbacks on one of its planes that's already in use and on a new model of its popular 777 jetliner

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Boeing 787 Dreamliners face mandatory inspections from FAA after midair plunge injured 50

The Federal Aviation Administration investigated whether Boeing properly inspected the aircraft earlier this year

US orders inspections of Boeing 787 planes following midair plunge

Federal Aviation Administration orders inspections after mid-flight dive blamed on random movement of pilots’ seats.

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US Orders Boeing 787 Inspections After LATAM Plane Plunge

US regulators said Monday they ordered inspections of pilot seats on hundreds of Boeing 787 planes following a March flight in which the plane's sudden plunge led to passenger injuries.

Amazon’s delivery drones are too loud for the residents where it's testing the program

Amazon’s drone delivery program, known as Prime Air, has irked residents of College Station, Texas, where the initiative is being tested.

Public Access to FAA Hearings on Alleged Passenger Misconduct

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icHjzTUN8hI A fine imposed on a passenger for allegedly hitting a flight attendant—the passenger says he was woken up by a cart hitting him, and accidentally swung his arm as a result—has led to a First Amendment controversy. From last week's decision by U.S. Department of Transportation Administrative Law Judge…

NTSB Recommends Certificated Dispatchers For Air Tours And Commercial Aircraft

NTSB recommends certificated dispatchers for air tours and commercial aviation services to enhance safety and mitigate risks in the industry.

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Buoyed By Past Success, New CEO Kelly Ortberg Will Try To Turn Boeing Around

Aviation experts and analysts have been full of praise for Kelly Ortberg, who returns from early retirement Thursday to take up the challenge of turning Boeing around after a series of quality and financial issues.

Private space launches could double by 2028, FAA says

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) expects the number of licensed launches each year to continue rising steeply, potentially reaching 338 by 2028.

NTSB Investigates FAA Oversight Of Boeing After 737 Max Incident

NTSB investigates door plug blowout incident on Boeing 737 Max aircraft, prompting redesign and FAA oversight scrutiny.

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