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Two helicopter pilots killed while battling Yosemite fires

A helicopter assisting in fighting the Dome fire in Yosemite national park crashed on Sunday afternoon

The Guardian - US

Flights grounded at major US airports after construction workers cut backup cable

Flights were disrupted across the US Northeast on Monday after a key air traffic control connection failed and a backup fiber optic cable was cut during construction work, forcing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to temporarily halt some incoming flights at major airports including Newark Liberty, Philadelphia and Teterboro.

The Times of India

2 killed as helicopter crashes while battling wildfire in California’s Yosemite National Park

Two members of a helicopter crew were killed Sunday after their aircraft crashed while taking part in firefighting operations at Yosemite National Park in California, according to the US Forest Service. The helicopter was assisting crews battling the Dome Fire, which has burned more than 3,000 acres in the park.

The Times of India

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Pilots Must Retire at 65 Over Cognitive and Physical Decline Risks, So Why Is There No Age Limit for Congress?

Commercial pilots must retire at 65 under safety rules, but US lawmakers face no maximum age or mandatory fitness test under the Constitution.

International Business Times UK

Eliana Moreno Helicopter Crash Under NTSB Probe After Cockpit Alarm Heard on Final Broadcast

Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw died in a Los Angeles news helicopter crash now under NTSB investigation after a cockpit alarm sounded.

International Business Times UK

Amazon cargo plane overshoots Miami runway, at least five dead

An Amazon cargo plane barreled off a runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday, killing at least five people and injuring five others as it struck vehicles and was engulfed in flames, authorities said.

Euronews

'Engine issue at 31,000 feet': New Jersey-bound United Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Nevada

A New Jersey-bound United Airlines flight made an emergency landing in Nevada Thursday after reporting an engine issue. United Airlines flight 1403 departed Los Angeles before landing safely at Las Vegas’ Harry Reid International Airport around 7 am after encountering a problem with one of the aircraft’s engines, according to…

The Times of India

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Government Regulations Are Keeping Drone Delivery Grounded

To fly a drone out of sight, you must get airline-level certification, which requires a lengthy approval process from the Federal Aviation Administration.

Reason

FAA orders crack inspections for hundreds of Boeing 737 Max jets

The Federal Aviation Administration has mandated that inspections be carried out on numerous Boeing 737 Max aircraft due to potential cracks detected in older models. This concern has been known since Boeing flagged the issue and collaborated with operators over the last six years. In response, inspections for Max jets…

The Economic Times

Commercial plane takes off as Trump’s helicopter nears airport; FAA investigates

An investigation by the Federal Aviation Administration has been initiated concerning a potential safety breach. A commercial aircraft took off just as President Trump’s helicopter was nearing Reagan National Airport, leading to a brief loss of separation. Following a tragic midair collision in 2025, stricter regulations have been enforced. The…

The Times of India

FAA is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Trump's helicopter approached

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating why a plane was allowed to take off as President Donald Trump’s helicopter was approaching Reagan National Airport in what appears to be a violation of safety procedures put in place after last year’s midair collision between an airliner and an Army helicopter near…

The Independent UK

Your next flight could carry a different emergency medical kit: What the FAA's overhaul means

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a significant overhaul of the emergency medical kits carried on commercial aircraft, giving airlines greater flexibility in deciding what equipment and medicines to stock while requiring them to remain prepared for the most serious in-flight medical emergencies.

The Economic Times

Boeing’s Smallest 737 Max Finally Wins FAA Certification After a Decade of Delays— but Passengers Still Won’t Board One Until 2027

The Federal Aviation Administration certified Boeing Co.’s (NYSE:BA) 737 Max 7 on Monday, clearing the smallest jet in the bestselling family for passenger service after nearly a decade of delays and safety reviews.

Benzinga

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

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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

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 Independent UK

FAA will allow Boeing to resume certifying its planes are airworthy after years of safety efforts

The Federal Aviation Administration said Friday that Boeing will be allowed to take responsibility for certifying all of its 737 Max and 787 planes starting next week

The Independent UK

Bird strike may have caused NYC helicopter crash that killed 6, NTSB says

Helicopters are especially vulnerable to bird strikes because they fly at low altitudes

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The Independent UK

The FAA denied a request for NASA’s head to fly his vintage jet over DC for safety concerns. He did it anyway

The move raised the Trump administration's exercise of executive authority to new heights

International Business Times UK

'Use Caution:' Chicago Plane Fireworks Strike After Air Traffic Control Warned of Danger Moments Earlier

A Delta Air Lines flight was struck by fireworks during its descent into Chicago Midway Airport, prompting an FAA investigation. The incident highlights safety concerns over pyrotechnics near flight paths.

The Independent UK

Trump team is building a base in Oklahoma to test out flying cars

Administration is expected to open 1,100-acre, $8.3M facility in 2027

The Economic Times

FAA proposes to speed new commercial aircraft certifications

The Federal Aviation Administration is proposing significant changes to expedite the certification of new commercial aircraft, aligning its regulations with European standards. This move aims to reduce costs and complexity for manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. The agency is also making progress on approving new variants of the Boeing 737…

Latin Times

From Miami to Kansas City, Federal Teams Are Yanking Drones Out of World Cup Airspace

The Federal Aviation Administration has said drone operators who enter restricted airspace without federal authorization can face fines of up to $100,000, criminal charges and the confiscation of their drones.

The Independent UK

FAA investigates incident that forced a Delta flight to abort landing

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating a close call between two commercial flights that forced one to abort landing in order to avoid collision

The Independent UK

Senator urges FAA to reject any pressure from Trump to approve triumphal arch over aviation safety

Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth has urged the Federal Aviation Administration to reject pressure from President Donald Trump to approve a 250-foot triumphal arch, citing concerns over aviation safety

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