Confessions Of A Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon Minehunter Pilot
Former Navy MH-53E Sea Dragon pilot discusses operational challenges of flying mine-hunting missions across the Persian Gulf region.
June 5, 2026
Area 51 Mystery Aircraft Prompts Interest In “Christmas Tree” Stealth Fighter Concept
Mysterious aircraft spotted near Area 51 linked to the F-47 stealth fighter sparks renewed interest in obscure 1980s fighter design concepts.
USAF Scrambling To Buy What Few MQ-9 Reapers It Can Find After Epic Fury Losses
U.S. Air Force seeks to acquire remaining production MQ-9 Reaper drones to replace those lost in recent operations against Iranian and Houthi forces.
Congress Throws A-10 Warthog Another Lifeline
Congressional legislation provides additional operational support for the A-10 Warthog, potentially extending the aircraft's service life beyond 2030.
Cranky Weekly Review presented by Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport: Korean Cozies Up with Alaska, Spirit’s Dying Days
Korean Air and Alaska Airlines announce codeshare partnership as Korean pursues integration with rival carrier while maintaining Delta joint venture ties.
The race for US-made drones is getting intense
Mobix Labs has committed to acquiring Vision Aerial, a Montana-based drone manufacturer, supporting the growing push for domestically-manufactured, secure American unmanned aircraft systems.
IONA JETS launches IONA JETS Business, a workspace for the professionals who book private jets on behalf of others.
IONA JETS launches a dedicated business platform for corporate aviation professionals including family offices and executive assistants to book private charter flights through an enhanced booking interface.
NASA's Super Guppy Returns to AirVenture
NASA's Super Guppy, one of the world's largest cargo aircraft, will return as an exhibit at EAVenture 2026, allowing visitors to view this unique oversized transport plane designed for aerospace cargo.
NASA crew briefly shelters inside Dragon capsule as Russia addresses new space station leaks
NASA astronauts sheltered in a SpaceX Dragon capsule as Russia addresses ongoing pressurization leaks on the International Space Station, with plans for more extensive repairs underway.
Global 8000 in the pole position
Bombardier's CEO flew the Global 8000 business jet to Monaco for the Formula 1 Grand Prix, establishing a speed record for this civilian aircraft in the process.
Boeing Wants 70 MAXs Per Month. Who Believes It?
Boeing aims to accelerate MAX production to 70 aircraft per month to close its widening delivery gap relative to Airbus.
Inside the Minds of America's Airline CEOs
Analysis of recent CEO commentary from major U.S. airlines reveals executive perspectives on industry capacity, consolidation prospects, and outlook, with insights ahead of the IATA Annual General Meeting.
Azorra orders 15 more Embraer E195-E2
Embraer and lessor Azorra signed an additional firm order for 15 E195-E2 regional aircraft, expanding the lessor's fleet.
Airbus O&D for May 2026; China’s shadow looms
Airbus recorded strong May 2026 orders including a long-awaited A220 order from AirAsia, though growth faces headwinds from Chinese market uncertainty.
Boeing Delivers Riyadh Air's First Two 787 Dreamliner Jets
Boeing delivered the first two 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Riyadh Air, marking the beginning of the Saudi airline's widebody fleet operations.
All Go For Turkish Investment In Air Europa
Spain has approved Turkish Airlines' foreign investment in Air Europa, clearing the path for the airline acquisition.
AvTalk Episode 373: Eight hours to nowhere
A podcast episode discussing SAS's failed India route launch, the first Airbus A350-100ULR delivery for Qantas' Project Sunrise ultra-long-range service, and Boeing's acceleration of 737 MAX production and certification plans.
Q1's fatal accidents report is in. Most had exits
The NBAA's Q1 2026 accident report documents 40 reportable aviation events including 6 fatal accidents across business jets, turboprops, and helicopters, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in general aviation.
June 4, 2026
The Future of Safe Regional Air Travel in the Torres Strait Has Arrived: Horizon Airways Introduces Australia’s First Tecnam P2012 STOL
Horizon Airways has introduced Australia's first Tecnam P2012 STOL aircraft for regional commercial service in remote areas of the Torres Strait.
Electra completes first urban flight of Hybrid-Electric Ultra S
Electra has successfully completed an urban demonstration flight of its Hybrid-Electric Ultra S aircraft, advancing development of hybrid-electric aviation technology.
NASA head urges new launcher for Blue Origin’s moon landers to meet Artemis mission deadlines
NASA's administrator is urging Blue Origin to develop a new launch vehicle for its lunar landers to meet Artemis deadlines, following a New Glenn rocket test failure that damaged a launch pad.
Lufthansa 787 damaged after nose gear collapse in Frankfurt
A Lufthansa Boeing 787-9 sustained damage after its nose landing gear collapsed while the aircraft was at the gate in Frankfurt undergoing pre-departure preparation.
An emergency landing over a tribal nation opens up a Pandora's Box of airspace rights
A forced emergency landing over a Native American reservation highlights legal ambiguities regarding airspace jurisdiction and aviation rights over tribal territories that pilots should understand.
V2 Jets acquires Corporate Aviation as charter demand outpaces capacity
V2 Jets acquires Corporate Aviation to expand charter capacity as demand for flexible, membership-free charter services continues to grow in the business aviation market.
Forty-five days of oil isn’t much runway
Rising jet fuel prices and supply constraints are expected to intensify across aviation sectors, prompting business aviation operators and brokers to prepare for operational cost increases.
The Exploration Company advances Nyx parachute recovery
The Exploration Company advances parachute recovery system development for its reusable Nyx spacecraft.
BermudAir Gets an Allegiant-Style Makeover with a Hint of Southwest and Britishness
BermudAir airline announces a significant operational restructuring and expansion strategy, adopting elements from ultra-low-cost and full-service carriers to improve its market positioning.
AAIB investigation to Boeing 767-316F, G-DHLS
AAIB investigation of a Boeing 767 cargo aircraft that experienced roll control jamming in Scottish airspace on 9 October 2025.
AAIB Annual Safety Review 2025
The AAIB has released its 2025 annual safety review documenting investigation findings and safety actions implemented throughout the year.
New Drone Map feature helps UK pilots avoid airspace conflicts
The Drone Map has introduced a new feature helping UK pilots identify airspace congestion and avoid conflicts with other operators at flying locations.