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FAA ends 'see-and-avoid' visual separation for helicopters near major airports, mandates radar spacing

The FAA has suspended use of visual 'see-and-avoid' separation between helicopters and fixed‑wing aircraft in most Class B and C and Terminal Radar airspace around high‑traffic U.S. airports, requiring controllers to apply radar‑based spacing. The change follows a year‑long analysis after the 2025 Reagan National midair collision.

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2026-03-18T07:00:44.458477-07:00
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Lufthansa proposes folding pilots’ transitional pension into company plan — could boost benefits up to 50% without raising overall pension costs

By AeroTime: Lufthansa proposed integrating pilots' transitional pension into company plan, potentially boosting benefits up to 50% without increasing total pension costs.

2026-03-18T08:34:41.502301-07:00