ch-aviationDaniel Martinez Garbuno

FAA extends New York JFK/EWR/LGA slot relief through 4Q27 to manage ATC congestion

The FAA has extended flight limits and slot-relief measures at New York-area airports—JFK, Newark (EWR) and LaGuardia (LGA)—citing air traffic control issues and congestion pressures. The extension continues peak-hour and capacity-management constraints through 4Q27.

2026-06-23T13:42:18.495020-07:00
Air Data NewsRicardo Meier

American Airlines expands narrowbody retrofit program with more premium seats

By Air Data News: Airbus A319 and A320 fleets are receiving cabin upgrades as carriers seek to maximize American Airlines has taken another step in its fleet retrofit program that will add more premium seats to the Airbus A319 and A320 aircraft, and also includes updating cabin interiors and onboard amenities.

2026-06-23T09:56:07.045325-07:00
FlightGlobalDavid Kaminski-Morrow

Russian-powered MC-21-310 achieves range of about 2,000nm during operational test

By FlightGlobal: Flight with equivalent of full payload intended to simulate real-life conditions for initial delivery configuration. Russia’s Yakovlev MC-21-310 has demonstrated a range of 2,050nm (3,800km), during a series of test flights with payload equating to a full passenger complement.

2026-06-23T11:40:29.073499-07:00
The Air CurrentWill Guisbond

Helicopter collision risk higher after D.C. airspace changes, Coast Guard leaders say

By The Air Current: Coast Guard aviation leadership sharply criticized the Federal Aviation Administration’s changes to Washington, D.C.’s congested airspace following a January 2025 midair collision, saying the revisions may increase the risk of a serious accident between helicopters.

2026-06-23T10:40:09.473915-07:00
Air Data NewsRicardo Meier

EASA orders inspections of 16 Airbus A380s after wing cracks discovered

By Air Data News: Most affected aircraft are operated by Emirates, with five requiring checks before their European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued an emergency airworthiness directive requiring inspections of 16 Airbus A380 aircraft after cracks were found in structural components inside the wing.

2026-06-23T05:32:31.997938-07:00