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espn.comworld17 hrs ago
Blue Angels Jet Performs Low Pass Over Pensacola Beach During Breakfast Event
A U.S. Navy Blue Angels aircraft flew lower than standard during an arrival maneuver over Pensacola Beach on July 15. The pass disturbed chairs and umbrellas on the beach during a Breakfast with the Blues event. Leadership began a safety review to verify compliance with Navy and…
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globalnews.capolitics5 days agoUpdated
Palm Beach International Airport Renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport After 4-3 County Vote
The Florida airport changed its name on Thursday as the FAA switched its identifier to DJT. The move follows legislative approval earlier this year and a county licensing deal.
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usatoday.comworld7 days ago
Pittsburgh Aviation Maintenance Graduates Secure Jobs Before Ceremony
Npr reported that 54 maintenance students at the Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics completed FAA A&P certification tests on or just after graduation day in late June 2026. Forty-seven passed on the first attempt, and nearly half had job offers in hand. The school now maintains…
cnbc.comworld16 days ago
JetBlue Flight Strikes Drone Near JFK Airport on Final Approach
A JetBlue plane from Las Vegas hit a drone at 3,000 feet while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport on June 29. The aircraft landed safely with no damage found after inspection. The FAA is investigating the incident.
ABC Newsworld16 days agoUpdated
JetBlue Pilot Reports Drone Collision at 3,000 Feet on JFK Approach
A JetBlue Airways flight from Las Vegas reported striking a drone near JFK Airport on Monday morning. The aircraft landed safely with no damage found during inspections. The FAA will investigate the incident at approximately 3,000 feet.
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vancouversun.comworld18 days ago
FAA Reviews Planned Low Approach by Boeing 777 at Texas Airport
A Boeing 777 performed a low approach near Horseshoe Bay Resort Jet Center on Wednesday. Flight tracking data showed the plane flew no more than 25 feet above the ground. The FAA is investigating the maneuver.
aircargoweek.comworld19 days ago
FAA Reviews Video of Qatar Airways Cargo Jet Flying Low Near Texas Airports
The FAA is examining a Qatar Airways cargo flight after videos showed the jet flying extremely low near Texas airports. CBS News reported the agency confirmed the review based on public footage.
finance.yahoo.comworld20 days ago
Boeing 777 Cargo Jet Makes Low Flyby Over Texas Runway
A Boeing 777-200LR freighter in Qatar Airways Cargo livery flew low over Horseshoe Bay Private Jet Center on June 25. The FAA is reviewing the maneuver performed during a pre-delivery test flight.
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The Independentworld25 days ago
FAA Spends Nearly $4 Million on Palantir AI Tool for Runway Safety
The Federal Aviation Administration is using Palantir's Foundry platform to scan hundreds of thousands of safety records. The project follows a January 2025 midair collision that killed 67 people.
reviewjournal.comworld30 days ago
Cellphone Fire on British Airways Flight to Las Vegas Prompts FAA Investigation
British Airways Flight 271 landed safely at Harry Reid International Airport after a crew member reported a cellphone fire. The FAA will investigate the incident.
Nbc Newsworld42 days ago
FAA Investigates Close Proximity Incident Between JetBlue Flight and Unresponsive Aircraft Near Fort Lauderdale
The Federal Aviation Administration is examining an incident in which a JetBlue plane received an alert about another aircraft near Fort Lauderdale International Airport on June 2, 2026.
Washington Examinerpolitics48 days ago
FAA Administrator Says Air Travel Remains Safe
Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Bryan Bedford stated this week that the U.S. air traffic system is fundamentally safe. He noted ongoing modernization efforts while acknowledging some infrastructure still relies on decades-old technology.
medium.comtechnology48 days ago
FAA Head Says Air Traffic Control System Is Safe but Relies on Decades-Old Computers
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford told CBS News the system remains reliable despite using 1970s and 1980s technology. He said modernization projects totaling $12.5 billion are underway through 2028, with an additional $10 billion phase planned.
Bloombergworld49 days ago
FAA Head Says LaGuardia Slots From Defunct Spirit Aviation Should Go to Low-Cost Carrier or Be Retired
The head of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration stated that airport slots previously held by Spirit Aviation at LaGuardia Airport should be reassigned to a low-cost carrier or retired. The comments address allocation of the slots after the airline ceased operations.
Bloombergworld49 days ago
FAA Says New Airplane Seat Designs Are Delaying Safety Approvals
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford stated that novel seat configurations aimed at premium travelers have introduced new safety issues. These configurations are slowing the regulatory review process for aircraft modifications.
nbcnews.compolitics57 days ago
FAA Administrator Answers Lawmakers on Air Traffic Control Staffing
FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford testified before Congress on the state of the nation's air traffic control system. Lawmakers questioned him about safety and controller shortages.
foxnews.comworld61 days ago
American Eagle Flight Makes Safe Emergency Landing in Kansas City After Smoke Reported in Cabin
A regional jet carrying 76 passengers including Congressman Tracey Mann diverted to an emergency landing on May 15 after smoke filled the cabin moments before touchdown. The PSA Airlines-operated CRJ-900 evacuated everyone onto the taxiway while other aircraft circled the airport…
Fox Newsbusiness61 days ago
FAA Releases 2026-2028 Air Traffic Controller Hiring and Modernization Plan
The Federal Aviation Administration unveiled its 2026-2028 Air Traffic Controller Workforce Plan on Friday, calling for hiring 6,900 new controllers over three years while modernizing scheduling and replacing aging infrastructure. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said the plan del…
focustaiwan.twworld62 days ago
Senators Duckworth and Baldwin Request FAA Data on Widebody Evacuation Testing and Flight Attendant Staffing Levels
Sens. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois and Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin are calling on the Federal Aviation Administration for more answers on airplane evacuation testing and the impact of fewer flight attendants on some long-haul widebody flights. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports on t…
msnbc.comworld62 days ago
Senators Ask FAA to Study Flight Attendant Staffing on Widebody Aircraft
Two Senate Democrats sent a letter to the FAA questioning the agency's approval of reduced flight attendant numbers on some long-haul widebody flights and the status of evacuation testing that was due in May 2025. The senators expressed concern that some aircraft configurations c…
suasnews.compolitics64 days ago
FAA Begins Aeronautical Study of Proposed 250-Foot Arch Near Reagan National Airport
The Department of Interior has requested that the Federal Aviation Administration evaluate potential risks from a proposed 279-foot-tall arch less than two miles from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The structure would be built at the end of Memorial Bridge across from…
abcnews.go.compolitics65 days ago
40 House Democrats Demand FAA Report on ICE Deportation Flights
A letter shared with The Guardian and addressed to FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford calls for detailed information on all ICE air operations since President Trump was sworn into office. The 40 Democrats cite an 84% surge in flights during 2025 and allege inappropriate efforts to s…
Washington Examinerpolitics67 days ago
FAA and Pentagon Validate AeroVironment LOCUST Laser Counter-Drone System Following White Sands Test
The high-energy laser demonstrated safe operation near civilian aircraft during an early March 2026 test at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico. AeroVironment announced the results Wednesday alongside FAA approval and expansion of a directed-energy pilot program to five milit…
riotimesonline.compolitics71 days ago
FAA employee in New Hampshire charged with threatening to kill Trump
Federal Aviation Administration employee Dean DelleChiaie, who allegedly emailed a threat to the White House, faces up to five years in prison if convicted.
New York Postpolitics84 days ago
FAA: Two Planes Come Within 350 Feet During JFK Approach, Avoid Collision
Two commercial flights came within 350 feet of each other during approach at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Monday afternoon. Air traffic controllers issued urgent corrections, and both planes landed safely. The Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the incid…
thepointsguy.comworld90 days ago
FAA Orders Airlines to Reduce Flights at Chicago O'Hare This Summer
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has directed airlines to cut flights at Chicago O'Hare International Airport during the summer months. The measure aims to avoid overscheduling and minimize disruptions. This decision comes amid ongoing efforts to manage air traffic at one…
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zerohedge.combusiness94 days ago
FAA Approves Laser Systems to Counter Drones in US Airspace
The Federal Aviation Administration has approved the use of laser-based sentry systems to address unauthorized drones in US airspace. These systems aim to detect and neutralize potential threats from attack drones. The approval follows concerns over increasing drone activity near…
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FAA Recruits Video Gamers to Address Air Traffic Controller Shortage
The Federal Aviation Administration is targeting video game players to fill shortages in air traffic controllers. Recruiters from various federal agencies, including the military and Department of Homeland Security, have also identified gamers as a potential demographic. This app…
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Southwest Airlines Implements Limit on Portable Lithium Chargers for Flight Safety
Southwest Airlines announced a policy limiting passengers to one portable lithium charger per person, effective April 20, 2026, to reduce risks of battery fires. The rule prohibits recharging devices using in-seat power and requires chargers to stay in carry-on bags or on passeng…