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Jan 15, 202669 articlesPage 1 of 4

Why IATA, A4E, and ERA Fear EU261 Overhaul Will Ground Routes

IATA, A4E, and ERA warn the European Parliament's push to tighten EU261 passenger rights rules will ignore operational costs and threaten route viability.

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Why IATA, A4E, and ERA Fear EU261 Overhaul Will Ground Routes
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FAA Issues Strict Airspace Rules for Super Bowl LX in California

The FAA announced temporary flight restrictions and special air traffic procedures for general aviation pilots operating near San Francisco during Super Bowl LX from Feb. 4-10.

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FAA Issues Strict Airspace Rules for Super Bowl LX in California
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How Will ICAO's New Global Standard Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel?

ICAO, the International Civil Aviation Organization, adopted a new global standard for certifying Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), a critical step to reduce aviation's carbon footprint.

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How Will ICAO's New Global Standard Accelerate Sustainable Aviation Fuel?
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Why Ghana Air Traffic Safety Engineers Issued Strike Notice to GCAA

The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority faces a potential air traffic management disruption as the Ghana Air Traffic Safety Electronics Association (GhATSEA) issued a strike notice over unresolved welfare and HR disputes.

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Why Ghana Air Traffic Safety Engineers Issued Strike Notice to GCAA
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Costa Rica’s DGAC Night Flight Ban Puts CCSS Medical Air Transfers at Risk

The Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS) reports that a Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGAC) ban on nighttime flights at uncontrolled aerodromes, implemented in October 2025, is delaying 200-300 annual critical medical air transfers.

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Costa Rica’s DGAC Night Flight Ban Puts CCSS Medical Air Transfers at Risk
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Did ICAO Assembly Just Agree to Tougher Carbon Emissions Targets for Global Aviation?

The ICAO Assembly adopted a Long-Term Aspirational Goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 for international aviation, demanding massive sustainable aviation fuels investment.

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Did ICAO Assembly Just Agree to Tougher Carbon Emissions Targets for Global Aviation?
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FAA Mandates Stricter Safety Standards for Regional Airlines: What Changes Now?

The FAA approved stricter safety standards for regional airlines, enhancing pilot training and aircraft maintenance to address recent commercial aviation safety concerns.

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FAA Mandates Stricter Safety Standards for Regional Airlines: What Changes Now?
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U.S. Air Travel Hits 15-Year Peak, Straining Air Traffic Control Infrastructure

The FAA reports U.S. air travel volume reached a 15-year high in 2025, handling 17.2 million flights, which puts significant pressure on the aging air traffic control system.

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U.S. Air Travel Hits 15-Year Peak, Straining Air Traffic Control Infrastructure
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What New Software Upgrade Did EASA Certify for the Boeing 737 MAX?

EASA certified a new software update for the Boeing 737 MAX, addressing remaining safety concerns and enhancing flight control systems for global fleet operations.

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What New Software Upgrade Did EASA Certify for the Boeing 737 MAX?
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What New ICAO Cybersecurity Standards Mean for Global Aviation Safety

ICAO has adopted new global cybersecurity standards, strengthening protections for critical aviation infrastructure like air traffic control systems and airline operations.

Jan 13, 20262 min
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What New ICAO Cybersecurity Standards Mean for Global Aviation Safety
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Will the FAA's New Pilot Training Rule Make Flying Safer?

The FAA has proposed a new rule requiring enhanced pilot training in specific flight maneuvers and emergency procedures to significantly reduce the risk of accidents caused by pilot error.

Jan 12, 20263 min
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Will the FAA's New Pilot Training Rule Make Flying Safer?
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How Will New European Commission Rules Change Commercial Drone Operations?

The European Commission has proposed new drone regulations to boost innovation and ensure aviation safety, significantly impacting the commercial drone industry and U-space airspace management.

Jan 12, 20263 min
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How Will New European Commission Rules Change Commercial Drone Operations?
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Will the FAA Mandate More Comprehensive Pilot Mental Health Screenings?

The FAA has updated its guidance for pilot medical certification, streamlining the process for uncomplicated mental health conditions while requiring comprehensive screening for high-risk cases.

Jan 11, 20263 min
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Will the FAA Mandate More Comprehensive Pilot Mental Health Screenings?
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Belize Civil Aviation Proposes New Drone Rules to Boost Air Safety

Belize Department of Civil Aviation is strengthening Belize drone regulations through a new operational directive to standardize licensing and enforce no-fly zones near airports for enhanced aviation safety standards.

Jan 10, 20263 min
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Belize Civil Aviation Proposes New Drone Rules to Boost Air Safety
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Why Loganair Abandoned Its Bid for Guernsey-Jersey and Southampton Routes

Loganair has withdrawn its applications for Guernsey-Jersey and Guernsey-Southampton air transport licences after the Transport Licensing Authority provisionally denied them.

Jan 10, 20262 min
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Why Loganair Abandoned Its Bid for Guernsey-Jersey and Southampton Routes
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13,000 Irish Passports Recalled: Will Technical Glitch Block International Travel?

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has recalled 12,904 Irish passports issued between December 23 and January 6 due to a software error, warning holders may face travel issues at border control.

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13,000 Irish Passports Recalled: Will Technical Glitch Block International Travel?
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Austrian National Charged by EFCC for Undeclared Cash at Lagos Airport

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arraigned an Austrian national for allegedly failing to declare $800,575 and €651,505 at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

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Austrian National Charged by EFCC for Undeclared Cash at Lagos Airport
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Will NCAA's Stiffer Penalties Finally End Chronic Flight Delays for Nigerian Airlines?

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) is planning to impose tougher sanctions on domestic airlines to address chronic flight delays and poor passenger handling across the country.

Jan 9, 20263 min
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Will NCAA's Stiffer Penalties Finally End Chronic Flight Delays for Nigerian Airlines?
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FAA Airport Funding Deadline Looms as EASA Shapes Aviation AI Rules

The FAA is nearing the deadline for its $1 billion FY2026 Airport Terminal Program, while EASA advances a regulatory framework for AI trustworthiness in aviation.

Jan 9, 20263 min
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FAA Airport Funding Deadline Looms as EASA Shapes Aviation AI Rules
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How the FAA and EASA are Uniting to Secure Global Civil Aviation's Future

FAA and EASA signed a Declaration of Intent to deepen their international aviation partnership, focusing on safety data, cybersecurity, and sustainability for global air travel.

Jan 9, 20263 min
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How the FAA and EASA are Uniting to Secure Global Civil Aviation's Future
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