Flying MagazineJack Daleo

FAA proposes rule to federally preempt state and local crew break requirements

The FAA is advancing a proposed rule aimed at cementing federal preemption of state and local laws governing airline crew break requirements. The action would standardize break-period rules nationwide and limit jurisdiction for local regulations affecting crew scheduling and rest.

2026-07-07T12:16:57.205994-07:00
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FlightGlobalDavid Kaminski-Morrow

Kyrgyz authorities suspend TezJet operations as probe into MD-83 gear collapse opens

By FlightGlobal: Accident at Bishkek Manas airport occurred just a month after Kyrgyzstan was removed from European blacklist. Kyrgyz authorities have temporarily suspended the operations of carrier TezJet after one of its Boeing MD-83s has suffered a landing-gear collapse while taxiing for the runway at Bishkek’s Manas airport.

2026-07-07T12:29:11.854517-07:00
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Airbus and MTU Aero Engines to create a joint venture to develop a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell engine

By Airbus: Airbus and MTU Aero Engines to establish a JV dedicated to the development and commercialisation of a fully electric hydrogen fuel cell engine.

2026-07-07T08:52:44.406131-07:00