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Oakland and San Francisco airports have settled a naming dispute, with Oakland retaining rights to call itself Oakland San Francisco Bay International Airport while maintaining Oakland's name priority.
Spirit Airlines continues seeking federal government assistance while navigating financial challenges, while JetBlue reports operating losses amid industry pressures.
Pacific-based Marine units will conduct the first operational demonstration of an autonomous-capable helicopter called the Aerial Logistics Connector, scheduled for 2027.
The Air Force is requesting nearly $1 billion from Congress to begin procuring Collaborative Combat Aircraft, marking the initial production phase of autonomous 'loyal wingman' drones.
AAIB investigation of a Cessna 150 that failed to recover from a spin near Thorganby, North Yorkshire, on 28 July 2024.
Thibauld Jongen was appointed EASA Certification Director effective June 1, 2026, overseeing aircraft certifications and validations across Europe.
Analysis of United Airlines' concerns regarding flight capacity restrictions imposed at Chicago's O'Hare airport and their impact on the carrier's operations.
Delta Air Lines demonstrates steady hub-focused growth strategy while competitors United and American pursue different positioning approaches within their respective airline networks.
United Airlines exceeded Wall Street earnings expectations but lowered full-year guidance, while Spirit Airlines pursues federal assistance as financial pressures intensify across the low-cost carrier sector.
EASA Part-26 regulations mandate additional airworthiness standards and safety improvements for aircraft already in production or service to ensure continued safety and modernization.
EASA issued a call for expressions of interest to accredit qualified entities for air traffic management and navigation services certification and oversight tasks.
American Airlines has reversed market share declines in several routes during 2025, coinciding with FAA-imposed capacity limits at Chicago airports affecting major carriers' hub operations.
TSB Canada investigation report on a collision with terrain accident involving a West Coast Helicopters AS350 B2 helicopter at Brooks Peninsula, British Columbia.
Spirit Airlines continues operations despite ongoing financial instability and creditor concerns over rising fuel costs that threatened to unravel its bankruptcy reorganization plan.
Airlines have raised fares and baggage fees amid elevated jet fuel prices driven by geopolitical tensions, with all major carriers implementing checks on pricing strategies.
Spirit Airlines faces potential liquidation amid bankruptcy proceedings, while industry speculation continues regarding possible consolidation among major carriers including American and United.
United Airlines is expanding local traffic growth at its hub cities without relying on mergers, contrary to ongoing speculation about potential consolidation with American Airlines.
AAIB investigation into a Cagatay unmanned aerial system that experienced wing separation in flight over the Radnor Range on 5 October 2023.
Nashville Airport continues sustained growth, contrasting with other former hub airports that have struggled to maintain traffic after losing major airline operations.
AAIB investigation of an experimental drone that lost navigational control and required emergency flight termination over Salisbury Plain on 11 December 2025.
AAIB investigation into a Boeing 737 MAX 8 that experienced a fuel leak at London Stansted Airport on 24 April 2025.
AAIB investigation of a Piper PA-22 where a non-standard aileron part failed and partially detached at Old Buckenham Airfield on 23 May 2025.
Cathay Pacific launched inaugural service from Hong Kong to Seattle with a special celebration event in March.
AAIB investigation into a Hoffmann H36 Dimona motorglider that lost control after takeoff at Darley Moor Airfield on 8 April 2025.
AAIB investigation of a Taylor Monoplane that inverted during landing at Nayland Airfield on 17 June 2025.
EASA published Revision 24 of Easy Access Rules for Air Operations with an enhanced online version offering improved navigation and accessibility for aviation operators.
AAIB investigation into a Rockwell Commander that departed controlled flight following engine failure near Kinglassie on 23 December 2024.
EASA and EUROCONTROL published a joint action plan to ensure safe aviation operations during GNSS interference events and strengthen European airspace resilience.
EASA published Amendment 12 of certification specifications for large rotorcraft (CS-29) with improved online version and updated technical requirements.
AAIB investigation of a Cessna 208B cargo aircraft that diverted to Cranfield due to low oil pressure warning on 23 March 2024.