Mysterious Blue Light Reported by American Airlines Flight Prompts FAA Probe.

American Airlines flight reported a blue light during approach at Charlotte Douglas, prompting an immediate FAA investigation into the potential laser strike.

Feb 4, 2026•2 min

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SAFETY

Why Did a Winter Storm Ground Over 1,200 US Flights, Hitting Charlotte Hardest?

A powerful winter storm caused 1,289 US flight cancellations on Feb 1, with Charlotte Douglas International Airport scrubbing 809 trips as frigid temperatures gripped the East Coast.

Feb 2, 2026•2 min

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Aviation WeatherFlight OperationsCharlotte DouglasWinter StormAir Travel Disruption

AIRPORTS