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NASA has classified the flawed Starliner crewed test flight in 2024 as its most serious level of mishap, with the agency’s leadership citing shortfalls in how officials oversaw the program. The post Starliner investigation identifies flawed NASA decision making appeared first on SpaceNews.
Controllers transition from paper to electronic flight strips for tracking aircraft.
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Published at 1300PST / 2100GMT 19FEB26Delta in the fourth quarter of 2026 plans gradual service increase on Los Angeles – Melbourne route, currently scheduled 3 times weekly. The Skyteam member plans to introduce 4th weekly flight from 11OCT26, followed by 5th weekly from 25OCT26. By 20DEC26, service increases to daily, on board Airbus A350-900.DL011 LAX2255 – 0950+2MEL 359 DDL012 MEL1200 – 0755LAX 359 D
The FAA has deployed new technology at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) that replaces the paper flight… The post FAA replaces paper flight strips at Reagan National with Leidos digital system appeared first on AeroTime.
The U.S. military has confirmed that future Air Force One aircraft will adopt a red, white, gold and dark blue paint scheme aligned with a design long promoted by former President Donald Trump. Scope of the Change The revised livery will be applied to: Two modified Boeing 747-8 aircraft currently being converted to serve as […]
Vietnam Airlines has placed its first Boeing single-aisle order, finalising a purchase of 50 737 MAX aircraft to support domestic and regional network expansion across Southeast Asia. Strategic Fleet Diversification The order centres on the 737-8 variant, enabling the carrier to scale short- and medium-haul operations as Vietnam’s air traffic is projected to exceed 75 […]
Coalition calls for House to approve legislation that would require ADS-B systems for all civilian and military aircraft.
The European Regions Airline Association (ERA) has added Sunclass Airlines to its growing roster of airline members, further strengthening its representation of Europe’s regional and leisure aviation sector. Based in Denmark, Sunclass Airlines operates an extensive Nordic charter network, serving seven base airports and 24 secondary airports, primarily within the EU. Trading under its current […]
Published at 1200PST / 2000GMT 19FEB26Oman Air during Northern summer 2026 season plans to add new service to Russia, with the scheduling of Muscat – Sochi route. From 02JUL26, Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft will serve this route on weekly basis.WY181 MCT2005 – 2330AER 7M8 4WY182 AER0030 – 0555MCT 7M8 5
Boeing has secured the largest widebody aircraft order in Vietnamese history, as Sun PhuQuoc Airways commits to purchasing up to 40 787 Dreamliner jets. The new carrier will use the 787-9 as the backbone of its long-haul fleet, operating from its hub at Phu Quoc International Airport. The agreement, unveiled in Washington, D.C., marks the […]
The qualification of training simulators for the Boeing 777-9 marks a pivotal moment in the aircraft's path to entry into service.
Airbus reported a record financial performance for FY2025, driven by strong commercial aircraft demand and improved profitability across all divisions. 2025 Key Figures Commercial aircraft deliveries: 793 (up from 766 in 2024) Revenues: €73.4 billion (+6%) EBIT Adjusted: €7.1 billion (2024: €5.4 billion) EBIT (reported): €6.1 billion Net income: €5.2 billion EPS: €6.61 Free cash […]
The deal secures pay increases and other benefits, according to the AFA.
Airport user alleges Open Meetings Act, due process violations.
At a news conference on Thursday, NASA released a report of findings from the Program Investigation Team examining the Boeing CST-100 Starliner Crewed Flight Test as part of the agency’s Commercial Crew Program. “The Boeing Starliner spacecraft has faced challenges throughout its uncrewed and most recent crewed missions. While Boeing built Starliner, NASA accepted it and launched two astronauts to space. […]
JetBlue Flight 543 returned to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) on February 18, 2026, after the crew reported an engine failure… The post JetBlue flight makes emergency landing in Newark after engine failure appeared first on AeroTime.
CAE announces today the qualification by the FAA and EASA of the world’s first Boeing 777-9 full-flight simulator, located in Boeing Commercial Training Solutions London-Gatwick Campus. This is a significant milestone in aviation training technology and reinforces CAE’s position at the forefront of next-generation simulator development. “This qualification is the result of a decade of... The post Press Release: CAE, Boeing mark milestone with 777-9 FFS qualification appeared first on Runway Girl
Etihad Airways is about to commence its newest US route, a 7,407-mile journey from Abu Dhabi to Charlotte
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