Air Data NewsRicardo Meier

UPS MD‑11F crash likely spells end for aging MD‑11 freighter fleet

The November 2025 crash of a UPS‑operated McDonnell Douglas MD‑11 freighter may have effectively brought an end to the aircraft’s operational life. The accident raises immediate questions about the future of remaining MD‑11 fleets and cargo operators’ long‑term fleet plans.

2026-03-25T01:59:18.615905-07:00
The HillSarah Fortinsky

TSA union says ICE deployment at airports won’t reduce security lines

By The Hill: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) union workers on Tuesday criticized President Trump’s deployment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers at select airports, saying the mo….

2026-03-25T00:01:09.781218-07:00
The Air CurrentJon Ostrower

United CEO: Airline won’t buy future jets without an agreed propulsion option, despite limited leverage over engine makers

By The Air Current: ![](https://theaircurrent.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Ostrower-Headshot-1-300x300.jpg) United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said during a roundtable interview with media in Los Angeles Keep reading with a TAC/Pro or Individual Business subscription.

2026-03-24T19:22:20.123885-07:00
Reuters

Drone strike ignites fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, causes fire but no casualties

By Reuters: Drones targeted a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, causing a fire but no casualties, Kuwait's Civil Aviation Authority said on Wednesday.

2026-03-24T17:10:18.725493-07:00