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The F-16 pilot, Hsin Po-yi, is believed to have ejected from the aircraft around 10 nautical miles off the coast. Search and rescue efforts are, at the time of writing, understood to still be in progress. The incident occurred at 19:29 local time (11:29 UTC) on Jan. 6, 2026, when the Republic of China Air […]
Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon announced plans to increase the annual production of the PAC-3 MSE interceptor from 600 to 2,000 weapons. Lockheed Martin has announced the signing of a landmark framework agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to rapidly accelerate the production of PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptors. This will allow to […]
HOUSTON, TX January 6, 2025 – For nearly a century, humanity’s vision of spaceflight has been shaped not only by engineers and astronauts, but by those who dared to imagine […] The post Willy Ley’s Long-Awaited Journey to Orbit: Honoring a Space Pioneer on Celestis’ Serenity and Destiny Flights appeared first on SpaceNews.
STARLUX Airlines of Taiwan has taken delivery of its first of 18 A350-1000s, becoming the 11th global operator of the largest version of the A350. The new A350-1000 will join a fleet of 10 A350-900s already in service with the airline, deployed on premier long-haul services from Taipei to Europe and North America, as well... The post Press Release: STARLUX takes delivery of its first Airbus A350-1000 appeared first on Runway Girl.
After combing through NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope’s archive of sweeping extragalactic cosmic fields, a small team of astronomers at the University of Missouri says they have identified a sample of galaxies that have a previously unseen combination of features. Principal investigator Haojing Yan compares the discovery to an infamous oddball in another branch of […]
Using NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have spotted two rare kinds of dust in the dwarf galaxy Sextans A, one of the most chemically primitive galaxies near the Milky Way. The finding of metallic iron dust and silicon carbide (SiC) produced by aging stars, along with tiny clumps of carbon-based molecules, shows that even […]
Employing a variety of air assets from 13 nations and seemingly striking targets with precision and impunity, NATO enjoyed overwhelming air superiority over Yugoslavia during the Kosovo War. Relying heavily on contributions from the United States, the operation was intended as an air campaign lasting only a few days to force the end to bloodshed […]
Visual confirmation in flight planning plays a critical role when automated systems are ‘creatively optimistic.’
Air India Express, the fully owned subsidiary of Air India, has started commercial operations with its 51st MAX, which is also the first line fit 737-8 MAX aircraft for the airline. Air India Express took delivery of VT-RNT on December 29, 2025. This is the first of the 140 custom-configured Boeing aircraft. The first 50 […]
Report cites runway conditions and human error.
American Airlines formally kicked off its centennial celebrations on January 5, 2026, marking 100 years since the carrier… The post American Airlines launches centennial celebrations marking 100 years of flight appeared first on AeroTime.
Stepping into 2026, Cathay is excited to officially launch its 80th anniversary celebrations, marking eight decades of moving its home city, people and global customers forward since 1946. To usher in this milestone year and honour its legacy of bringing people together, Cathay will be hosting a series of special events, initiatives and activations throughout... The post Press Release: Cathay kicks off 80th anniversary celebrations appeared first on Runway Girl.
On January 6, 1944, the McDonnell XP-67 Moonbat made its first flight, marking an ambitious but troubled attempt to create a high-altitude, long-range interceptor for the USAAF.
Delta CEO Ed Bastian sent the following memo to employees, announcing the retirement of Rahul Samant, E.V.P. and Chief Information Officer, after 10 years of service. He also announced Amala Duggirala will join the airline as its new Chief Digital & Technology Officer.Rahul Samant retirementAfter a decade leading our technology transformation as E.V.P. and Chief Information Officer, Rahul Samant informed me a few months ago of his plans to retire from Delta, effective Mar
NASA opens the International Space Station for scientists and researchers, inviting them to use the benefits of microgravity for commercial and public research, technology demonstrations, and more. Today, a portion of the crew’s time aboard station is devoted to private industry, including medical research that addresses complex health challenges on Earth and prepares astronauts for […]
Joby Aviation has received its first CAE flight simulator as it prepares to train the first generation of… The post Joby receives first CAE flight simulator in preparation for first eVTOL cadets appeared first on AeroTime.
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American Airlines is making good on its commitment to launch free Wi-Fi for loyalty members, with a phased rollout now in motion in partnership with AT&T. Notably, the US major intends to bring the complimentary service to its new Boeing 787-9 and 787-8 twinjets. “We launched our free Wi-Fi, sponsored by AT&T, today,” an American... The post American begins phased rollout of free Wi-Fi, including for new 787s appeared first on Runway Girl.
Delta Air Lines has announced a partnership as the Official Airline of Sphere, marking a new chapter in connecting customers to world-class experiences beyond flight. As part of the multi-year partnership, Delta and Sphere will introduce the Delta SKY360° Club — Sphere’s first branded hospitality space — and provide premium experiences to SkyMiles Members through […]
In 2026, Lufthansa marks a major milestone: on January 6, 1926, 100 years ago, the first “Luft Hansa” was founded, and by April 6 of the same year, it had its maiden flight. This anniversary is not only a reflection on the history of one of aviation’s most iconic brands but also a significant step […]