NASA’s First New Wind Tunnel in 40 Years
NASA has commissioned its first wind tunnel in four decades, the Flight Dynamics Research Facility, designed to test aerodynamic models of aircraft, spacecraft, and unmanned systems.
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FAA Deputy Administrator Who Led 2025 Washington DC Crash Response Resigns
FAA Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau, who led the agency's response to the 2025 Washington DC midair collision, has resigned to return to the NBAA.
Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB
SpaceX is launching 24 Starlink satellites aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in the Starlink 17-52 mission, marking the company's 90th orbital launch of 2025.
Cranky Weekly Review presented by Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport: JetBlue Earnings, First Class has Never Been More Popular
JetBlue's Q2 earnings exceeded analyst expectations with unit revenue rising 11% driven by 9% airfare increases, while premium cabin demand reaches record levels.
Turkey’s Latest Kaan Fighter Prototype Begins Taxi Tests
Turkey's Kaan fighter jet prototype has commenced powered taxi testing, marking progress toward operational flight trials. Turkish Aerospace is advancing the program toward multiple flying prototypes.
Trump Announces $22.5 Billion Modernization Plan for Washington Dulles International Airport
President Trump announced a $22.5 billion modernization program for Washington Dulles International Airport, including the removal of its distinctive mobile lounges.
Why In The World Does American Airlines Fly The Boeing 787 And Not The Airbus A350?
American Airlines operates Boeing 787 widebody aircraft but has opted not to add the Airbus A350 to its fleet, reflecting strategic aircraft selection decisions by the carrier.
Southwest Airlines Moves Up Boarding Times to Handle Growing Carry-On Loads
Southwest Airlines adjusted its boarding procedures to start earlier, addressing delays caused by increased carry-on baggage among passengers.
American Airlines hosts 100 Vietnam War-era veterans for special Honor Flight
American Airlines partnered with EAA Venture and Missions of Honor to operate a special Honor Flight carrying over 100 Vietnam War veterans during the 73rd EAA AirVenture air show in Wisconsin.
RAF Bags Another Airstrip
The Recreational Aviation Foundation has successfully reopened Monache Meadows airstrip in Southern California's backcountry, restoring recreational flying access to the scenic backcountry destination.
Breeze Airways Launches 16 Massive New Routes From Florida: See All Flights Now
Breeze Airways expanded its Florida operations by launching 16 new routes, covering nearly half of its airports in the state.
The 72-Jet Gap Between Canada's F-35 Order & Its $19 Billion Fighter Budget
Canada faces a significant gap between its F-35 fighter jet procurement plan and available budget, with implications for the country's future air force capabilities.
DOT Proposal Could Change How Air Fares Are Advertised
The U.S. Department of Transportation proposed allowing airlines to display base fares separately from taxes and fees in advertising, potentially changing fare transparency standards.
Russia revokes Izhavia’s operating licence over safety violations
Russian regulator Rosaviatsiya revoked regional carrier Izhavia's operating certificate due to persistent safety violations, grounding the airline's commercial operations.
British Airways Captain Takes Stress Leave After Serious Heathrow Approach Incident
A British Airways captain takes medical leave following an incident where an Airbus A320 nearly stalled during approach to Heathrow Airport.
Malaysia Airlines pilot faces death penalty in Indonesia over alleged drug smuggling
A Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested in Indonesia on drug smuggling charges after allegedly carrying over 70,000 ecstasy pills on a scheduled flight from Kuala Lumpur to Jakarta.
Airbus A380: Inside The Biggest Passenger Aircraft Ever Built
Feature on the Airbus A380, the world's largest passenger airliner, which has been in service for nearly two decades.
Plano Votes 8-0 To Buy Its Police Drones From Motorola
Plano, Texas approved $1.44 million to equip its police department with drones, initially using DJI aircraft before transitioning to BRINC Guardian models for first responder operations.
NTSB: Overweight Aircraft, Severe Icing Caused Fatal Bering Air Crash
NTSB investigation into a 2025 Bering Air crash near Nome, Alaska determined that aircraft overweight, severe icing, poor airspeed management, and degraded situational awareness led to the fatal accident.
Cosmic Unveils Four-Seat Electric Airplane
Cosmic is developing a four-seat electric aircraft with plans to fly a prototype in 2028 and begin customer deliveries in 2029, advancing the general aviation electrification sector.
New Tool Calculates The True Cost of Flight Training
PilotBound launches a free cost-estimation tool for student pilots that uses actual FAA data to project realistic certification expenses, moving beyond the industry-standard 40-hour minimum assumption used in traditional flight school pricing.
NASA is sending 2 probes to the moon to test complex 'three-body orbits'
NASA plans to deploy two lunar orbiters to investigate three-body orbital mechanics and understand how spacecraft interact with the moon's complex gravitational environment.
Spain commits up to $2.3 billion for national military communications for IRIS²
Spain announces €1.6-2 billion investment to develop a national military satellite communications constellation as part of the EU's IRIS² programme.
Irish Aviation Authority launches safe drone campaign, prosecutes pilot for multiple offences
The Irish Aviation Authority successfully prosecuted a drone pilot for multiple safety violations while launching a public awareness campaign on responsible unmanned aircraft operations.
Red Cat Lands $2.49M Air Force Test Against Its Own Teal 2
Red Cat Holdings received a $2.49 million U.S. Air Force contract to test its Black Widow drone as a potential replacement for the Security Forces' existing Teal 2 unmanned aircraft system.
Ericsson, AT&T Use Cellular Data to Detect Drones
Ericsson and AT&T have demonstrated using cellular networks to detect unmanned aircraft, providing law enforcement and infrastructure operators with enhanced drone detection capabilities for security applications.
GCAP timeline could shrink ‘by a couple of years,’ Leonardo CEO says
Leonardo's CEO states the GCAP sixth-generation fighter program could potentially enter service by 2033 instead of 2035 if requirements for early variants are adjusted.
NYPD Drones Track 7 Sharks as Rockaway Closures Nearly Double
NYPD deployed drones to track shark activity off New York beaches, supporting beach safety operations as closures increased significantly during the 2026 season.
Grounded Dreams: Lockspeiser LDA-01 – How A Modular Cargo Pioneer Lost Its Wings
The Lockspeiser LDA-01, an experimental modular cargo aircraft designed for remote areas, achieved successful test flights but never entered production due to insufficient funding.
Air India, SkyDrive and Suzuki Partner for Medical Air Logistics Study
Air India, SkyDrive, and Suzuki are collaborating to study emergency medical logistics using electric vertical takeoff aircraft in India, aiming to reduce delivery times by avoiding urban traffic congestion.