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Gen. Douglas Schiess has assumed command of the U.S. Space Force as its third chief of space operations, replacing Gen. Chance Saltzman as the service plans for organizational expansion.
Article examining how ETOPS (Extended Twin-Engine Operations) regulations transformed long-haul commercial aviation by enabling twin-engine aircraft to operate extended flights over remote areas.
Air Canada is establishing seven new international routes to five destinations in summer 2027, including transatlantic service from Toronto to Oslo and Shannon using A321XLR aircraft.
Southwest Airlines plans to open its first airport lounges across four major U.S. cities by late 2027, marking a significant strategic departure for the traditionally no-frills carrier.
General aviation aircraft shipments rose in the first half of 2026, with business jets and turboprops driving growth despite lower piston-aircraft deliveries, according to GAMA data.
Bombardier is acquiring Mitsubishi's aerostructure manufacturing assets in Canada, adding approximately 750 employees and expanding its production capabilities.
Copenhagen Airport achieved its busiest summer on record with 9.9 million passengers across June-August, representing 3% growth year-over-year. Spain emerged as the top summer destination with 789,000 passengers.
Gen. Douglas Schiess took over as Chief of Space Operations, leading the U.S. Space Force and succeeding Gen. B. Chance Saltzman.
Brussels Airlines has agreed to allow pilots and cabin crew to decline Tel Aviv operations using the airline's 'unfit to fly' procedure without penalty, following union negotiations.
DJI challenged the FCC's military-grade drone classification categories in a regulatory filing, arguing the definitions were created internally by the FCC rather than endorsed by U.S. security agencies.
airBaltic secured up to €257 million in interim financing from bondholders and third-party providers to support its restructuring program.
The GAO has called for an FAA review of testing barriers affecting high school aircraft maintenance students, who face additional prerequisites before taking the FAA's general knowledge exam.
Berlin Brandenburg Airport evacuated Terminal 1 after authorities were alerted to a potentially hazardous substance. A hazmat response was initiated and the public area cleared as investigators worked to identify the material.
Swedavia's ten Swedish airports handled over 3.3 million passengers in August 2026, marking a 3% year-on-year increase driven primarily by international travel returning to pre-pandemic levels.
U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bombers deployed to a northern Australian air base as part of a bomber task force, demonstrating U.S. military capability to project force across the Pacific region.
A survey of collegiate pilots shows they remain neutral regarding autonomous unmanned aircraft operating nearby, with autonomy levels not significantly affecting their comfort flying in shared airspace.
Ukrainian autonomous naval drones conducted their first attack on Russian-held Black Sea port infrastructure at Sochi, expanding the operational reach of Kyiv's drone boat campaign.
Airbus reported quality defects on the A330-900's horizontal tailplane, resulting in zero aircraft deliveries during the reported period.
United Airlines unveiled a new mountain-themed livery design applied to an Embraer E175 regional jet.
The first F-15EX fighter jet destined for deployment in Japan departed Boeing's St. Louis manufacturing facility as the USAF program addresses future support challenges.
The BepiColombo mission is nearing Mercury arrival after eight years of spaceflight, where it will separate into two spacecraft to conduct scientific research on the innermost planet.
Pilots of a Coast Guard C-37A military transport aircraft received recognition for successfully executing an emergency landing while carrying DHS leadership.
South Africa's aviation regulator withdrew approval for Airlink's third rugby flypast after safety concerns arose from a previous low-altitude pass over a stadium that generated international attention.
A defense policy analyst argues that future combat aircraft (CCAs) development should prioritize both defensive and offensive capabilities to effectively counter potential Chinese military threats.
Emirates has introduced a new premium economy seat offering that may represent a significant advancement in cabin product design within the premium economy market segment.
General aviation pilot shares photo of recreational fuel stop at 108 Mile Ranch in British Columbia during cross-country flight to Alaska along the Alaska Highway.
A University of North Dakota researcher proposes capturing lead emissions from 100LL aviation fuel at the engine exhaust rather than pursuing an outright ban, offering a pragmatic middle-ground solution to the ongoing debate over leaded fuel in general aviation.
Oshkosh proposes a temporary JLTV variant for the Marine Corps to address delays from AM General in delivering an upgraded version of the light tactical vehicle, though the window to accept this interim solution is closing.
Lithuania is accelerating procurement of counter-UAS interceptor drones and radar systems to establish a cost-effective air defense capability.
GeoCue and Ouster have partnered to integrate Ouster's Rev8 OS1 Max lidar sensor into TrueView drone payloads for infrastructure and utility corridor mapping applications.