Flying MagazineJack Daleo

Wisk's Generation‑6 eVTOL: Safety Claims Confront Certification Hurdles

Wisk Aero says its fully autonomous Generation‑6 eVTOL could deliver safety levels superior to piloted operations. Converting that claim into certified commercial service hinges on extensive flight‑test evidence, new regulatory standards and airspace‑integration frameworks that remain unresolved.

2026-04-03T12:05:34.072062-07:00
Space Intel ReportPeter B de Selding

The Risks of 200 National Satellite Constellations in the Next Decade

By Space Intel Report: WASHINGTON — “Autonomy” and “sovereignty” area among the most-used terms in space technology circles today. But….

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2026-04-03T13:38:49.272977-07:00
FlightGlobalRyan Finnerty

USAF Pulls KC‑135 From Boneyard for Possible Reactivation After Tanker Losses in Iran Conflict

By FlightGlobal: The move comes after the loss of multiple KC-135 aerial refuellers as part of the ongoing air war against Iran. The US Air Force has transferred a retired Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker out of long-term storage, possibly with the intent to return the jet to active duty.

2026-04-03T12:15:34.553320-07:00
AeroTimeStephen Pope

FAA updates GPS interference guidance as EASA and Eurocontrol launch joint plan to counter GPS spoofing and jamming

By AeroTime: The FAA updated its GPS/GNSS interference guide as EASA and Eurocontrol launched a joint plan to address rising spoofing and jamming risks.

2026-04-03T13:10:56.430163-07:00
AeroTimeStephen Pope

FAA-backed 471-page report proposes sweeping overhaul of Part 141 flight school oversight, tech credit and exam authority

By AeroTime: A 471-page report filed in the FAA docket proposes major changes to Part 141 flight school oversight, technology credit and examining authority.

2026-04-03T10:26:15.538571-07:00
Cranky Flier

The Air Show: How Rising Oil Prices Are Hitting Airlines Worldwide — Plus United’s New Premium Fares

By Cranky Flier: ![](https://s6331.pcdn.co/wp-content/uploads/2025CWRPBOSFBAlogo.png) This week on The Air Show, we zoom out. What is oil doing to airlines in other parts of the world? It’s not good, but Brian Sumers spoke with a couple of carriers as he reports back.

2026-04-03T11:18:05.225940-07:00