Power Bank Fire Forces Alaska Airlines Emergency Landing in Wichita
An Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency landing after a power bank exploded, injuring one passenger and highlighting growing lithium battery fire risks.
Just now4 min
SAFETY
High Winds Delay Over 800 Flights at Denver International Airport
High winds at Denver International Airport prompted an FAA ground delay program, causing over 800 flight delays with an average wait time of 92 minutes.
Just now4 min
AIRPORTS
FAA Mandates Replacement of Certain Safran PBEs Due to Failure Risk
The FAA has issued an airworthiness directive mandating the replacement of certain Safran PBEs due to a manufacturing flaw that can block oxygen flow.
5 hours ago4 min
SAFETY
Winter Storm Cancels Over 11,000 Flights in U.S. Northeast
A major winter storm in the U.S. Northeast forced airlines to cancel over 11,000 flights, grounding operations at major hubs like Boston and New York.
18 hours ago3 min
AIRLINES
House Rejects ROTOR Act Mandating Aircraft Locator Systems
The U.S. House failed to pass the ROTOR Act, a bill requiring collision avoidance systems on all aircraft following last year's fatal midair collision.
19 hours ago4 min
REGULATORY
FAA Proposes Stricter A320 Door Inspections for 1,924 U.S. Jets
The FAA proposed a new airworthiness directive for 1,924 Airbus A320 family jets to address door stop fitting cracks, increasing inspection frequency.
23 hours ago4 min
REGULATORY
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.
23 hours ago4 min
SAFETY
FAA Advances Part 108 Rule for BVLOS Drone Operations
The FAA is advancing its Part 108 rulemaking to create a standard framework for BVLOS drone operations, aiming to replace the current waiver system.
Yesterday4 min
UAPS
FAA Finalizes 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorder Rule for New Aircraft
The FAA has finalized a rule mandating 25-hour cockpit voice recorders on new aircraft, aligning U.S. standards with ICAO and EASA regulations.
Yesterday4 min
REGULATORY
FAA Supersedes A330 Airworthiness Directive, Effective March 2026
The FAA is superseding an Airworthiness Directive for Airbus A330 models, requiring new safety limitations to address potential latent failures.
Feb 23, 20264 min
REGULATORY
Southwest Targets 2027 for Boeing 737 MAX 7 Service Entry
Southwest Airlines targets a 2027 service entry for its 737 MAX 7 fleet, pending delayed FAA certification for the smaller Boeing variant.
Feb 23, 20264 min
AIRLINES
Boeing 777-9 Simulators Gain Initial FAA and EASA Qualification
Boeing received initial FAA and EASA qualification for its 777-9 flight simulators, a critical step toward commencing pilot training for the new widebody.
Feb 23, 20264 min
MANUFACTURING
Delta A321 Pilot Taxiing Error at JFK Sparks Tense ATC Exchange
A Delta Air Lines pilot's wrong turn while taxiing at New York JFK led to a critical exchange with air traffic control, highlighting runway safety issues.
Feb 23, 20264 min
SAFETY
Federal Audit Finds FAA Lacks Staff for United Airlines Oversight
A DOT OIG audit found the FAA lacks sufficient inspectors for United Airlines maintenance oversight, citing a 33% vacancy rate at the airline's CMO.
Feb 23, 20264 min
REGULATORY
TRU's Citation Ascend Simulator Gains FAA Level D Qualification
TRU Simulation's Cessna Citation Ascend simulator has received FAA Level D qualification, enabling pilot training to begin ahead of the jet's 2025 entry.
Feb 22, 20264 min
TECHNOLOGY
JetBlue Airbus A320 Evacuates at Newark After Engine Emergency
A JetBlue A320 returned to Newark after an engine issue, evacuating 122 passengers via slides and causing a ground stop with nearly 400 flight delays.
Feb 22, 20264 min
SAFETY
FAA Proposes $2.8M Fine Against PEMCO for Maintenance Violations
The FAA proposed a $2.8M civil penalty against MRO provider PEMCO for allegedly using expired products during maintenance on five Frontier Airlines aircraft.
Feb 22, 20264 min
REGULATORY
Airlines Reroute Mideast Flights Amid Geopolitical, GPS Spoofing Risks
Airlines are rerouting Middle East flights due to airspace closures and rising GPS spoofing, causing significant operational disruptions and cost increases.
Feb 22, 20264 min
SAFETY
Florida Advances Trump Renaming for Palm Beach International Airport
Florida lawmakers approved a bill to rename Palm Beach International Airport after Donald Trump, making it the ninth US airport named for a president.
Feb 22, 20264 min
AIRPORTS
FAA Adopts EASA Directive for Airbus H160-B Bearing Inspections
The FAA has adopted an EASA airworthiness directive for Airbus H160-B helicopters, mandating inspections for spherical bearings to prevent unsafe conditions.
Feb 22, 20264 min
REGULATORY