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Senate approves bipartisan bill to modernize pilot and air traffic controller mental-health rules

The U.S. Senate approved bipartisan legislation that would update mental-health guidance for pilots and air traffic controllers, with the aim of encouraging earlier disclosure and treatment. The measure addresses regulatory barriers that can discourage aviation professionals from seeking care while preserving focus on operational safety.

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2026-09-25T08:35:52.190114-07:00
defense   SAAB   North America   Military Aircraft Procurement   Defense Industry & Major Contractors   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Defense Deals  
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FlightGlobal • Craig Hoyle

Canada, Saab to enter full negotiations for six GlobalEye AEW&C aircraft

By FlightGlobal: Development follows May announcement of Saab as preferred supplier for new surveillance capability. Canada intends to acquire six Saab GlobalEye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft, with Ottawa set to advance into full negotiations to purchase the type.

2026-09-25T07:50:05.011719-07:00
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FlightGlobal • Joseph Dainty

HAECO secures maintenance deals with ANA, JAL and Garuda Indonesia

By FlightGlobal: HAECO and All Nippon Airways (ANA) signed a new landing-gear overhaul agreement through 2030 at MRO Asia-Pacific in Singapore HAECO Hong Kong-based MRO provider has signed agreements with All Nippon Airways, Japan Airlines and Garuda Indonesia, covering base maintenance, engine services and landing-gear overhauls.

2026-09-25T09:05:15.259331-07:00
aviation   Air Cargo & Freight Logistics   Aircraft Manufacturing (OEMs)   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Airbus A350   Airbus  
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Air Data News • Ricardo Meier

Airbus sets September 29 for first flight of A350F freighter

By Air Data News: European manufacturer plans to fly the new-generation cargo jet from Toulouse next Tuesday, subject to weather and Airbus has scheduled the maiden flight of its new A350F freighter for September 29, setting a firm date for one of the final major stages in the development of the cargo aircraft.

2026-09-25T07:16:16.253331-07:00
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FlightGlobal • Kerry Reals

CAA probe into NATS system failure to focus on modernisation plans and lessons learned

By FlightGlobal: UK regulator will provide initial report on the recent air traffic management outage to the government by the end of January.

2026-09-25T07:05:09.925247-07:00
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Bloomberg • Allyson Versprille

FAA Ceases Single-Pilot Cessna Flight Exemptions After Crashes

By Bloomberg: Some Cessna aircraft that typically require two pilots will no longer receive a waiver to be flown by just one, following several fatal accidents and widespread noncompliance with rules for maintaining exemptions, the US Federal Aviation Administration said.

2026-09-25T08:36:12.922947-07:00