Bullet Holes Found on American Airlines 737 MAX After Colombia Flight
American Airlines is investigating bullet holes found on a Boeing 737 MAX 8 after a flight from Bogotá, prompting a multi-agency security review.
Yesterday4 min
SAFETY
MNA ATR 72 Damaged in Drone Strike at Myitkyina Airport
A Myanmar National Airlines ATR 72-600 was damaged in a drone attack at Myitkyina Airport, prompting an investigation into this new threat to aviation.
Feb 24, 20264 min
SAFETY
CJNG Cartel Violence Disrupts Guadalajara & Puerto Vallarta Airports
The killing of CJNG leader 'El Mencho' sparked cartel violence, forcing the shutdown of Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta airports amid a regional alert.
Feb 23, 20264 min
SAFETY
Ireland Buys Mobile ATC, Anti-Drone Systems for EU Presidency
The Irish Defence Forces is acquiring a mobile air traffic control tower and anti-drone systems to enhance security for its EU presidency in July 2026.
Feb 22, 20264 min
UAPS
El Paso airspace shutdown highlights Trump’s new war on cartel drone threats.
El Paso International Airport faced a total ground stop after a cartel drone incursion; the event highlights new federal counter-UAS enforcement efforts.
Feb 16, 20262 min
SAFETY
Huge Drone Attack Forces Ground Stop at Moscow Domodedovo Airport
Domodedovo Airport briefly suspended all flights Sunday after a massive Ukrainian drone attack targeted Moscow and surrounding Russian regions.
Feb 16, 20262 min
AIRPORTS
KLM restarts limited Amsterdam-Dubai flights with new daytime safety rules.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines resumed limited daytime flights to Dubai International Airport; the move follows security concerns across the Gulf region.
Feb 11, 20262 min
AIRLINES
FAA lifts El Paso International Airport flight ban after major drone scare
The FAA lifted flight bans at El Paso International Airport after a drone scare; the unprecedented move halted all traffic for several hours on Wednesday.
Feb 11, 20263 min
SAFETY
Aruba Airport Reopens After JetBlue Flight From Boston Sparks Security Alert
JetBlue flight security concerns caused Aruba Airport to close; the temporary halt led to regional diversions and delayed arrivals from the United States.
Feb 10, 20262 min
SAFETY
Why did CAAB just ban all drone flights across Bangladesh until February 15?
CAAB imposed a nationwide drone ban until February 15; the restriction excludes law enforcement but requires permits for research and media operations.
Feb 10, 20262 min
REGULATORY
Wizz Air Flight Intercepted by Fighter Jets After WiFi Name Security Scare
Wizz Air's flight from Luton to Ben-Gurion Airport was intercepted by Israeli fighter jets following a security alert caused by a passenger's 'terrorist' WiFi hotspot name.
Feb 9, 20263 min
SAFETY
Wizz Air Flight to Ben Gurion Escorted by Fighter Jets After Wi-Fi Scare
Wizz Air flight W95301 was escorted to Ben Gurion by Israeli Air Force jets following a false security scare triggered by a Wi-Fi hotspot name.
Feb 9, 20262 min
SAFETY
Rosaviatsiya Halts Takeoffs and Landings at Three Key Russian Airports for Safety
Rosaviatsiya, the Russian Federal Air Transport Agency, imposed temporary restrictions on arrivals and departures at Volgograd, Gelendzhik, and Krasnodar (Pashkovsky) airports, citing flight safety concerns.
Feb 8, 20262 min
SAFETY
Singapore Airshow 2026 Highlights New Laser and Jammer Counter-Drone Systems
Singapore Airshow 2026 featured advanced counter-drone technology, including lasers and jammer guns, signaling a major shift in commercial aviation security priorities.
Feb 8, 20263 min
TECHNOLOGY
EasyJet Passenger Jailed Six Years for Sexual Assault on Naples to Edinburgh Flight.
EasyJet passenger Nicola Cristiano was jailed for six years in Edinburgh for attempted rape on a flight, highlighting the aviation industry's push for stricter unruly passenger prosecution.
Feb 8, 20263 min
SAFETY
Why Signature Aviation Is Sharing Human Trafficking Training with General Aviation Now.
Signature Aviation, the world's largest FBO network, is sharing its human trafficking awareness training with the broader general aviation industry ahead of major global events to combat heightened risk.
Feb 7, 20263 min
SAFETY
Aer Lingus Boston flight turned back after sexual assault guilty plea.
Aer Lingus flight to Boston was diverted to Shannon after a Kilconnell farmer pleaded guilty to the sexual assault of a teen girl on board.
Feb 5, 20263 min
SAFETY
Why ICAO is Urging States to Protect Air Traffic Control from Cyber Threats
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has urged Member States to implement robust cybersecurity protocols for air traffic management systems, citing increasing digital threats to global aviation infrastructure.
Feb 5, 20263 min
REGULATORY
Why Was a Man Banned from Dublin Airport for One Year Without a Ticket?
Dublin Airport imposed a one-year ban on Sintayehu Tilahun for loitering in the early morning hours, restricting his access without a valid flight ticket.
Feb 4, 20262 min
AIRPORTS
Doubling of Rogue Drone Incidents Triggers UK Military's New Shoot-Down Authority.
The UK is granting its military new powers to shoot down drones near bases via the Armed Forces Bill after UAV incidents doubled to 266 in 2025, citing hostile state threats.
Feb 3, 20263 min
UAPS