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Archer Aviation Secures Abu Dhabi Design Approval for Hybrid Heliport

Archer Aviation has received design approval from the UAE's General Civil Aviation Agency (GCAA) to transform the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal helipad into a hybrid heliport for both helicopters and eVTOL aircraft. This significant milestone supports the development of commercial electric air taxi services in the region.

2025-04-23T14:24:36.561461-07:00

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FAA Initiates Safety Overhaul at Las Vegas Airport Following Midair Collision Concerns

2025-04-22T14:56:06.890819-07:00

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Istanbul Airport Sets European Record with Triple-Independent Runway Operations

2025-04-17T06:40:05.613964-07:00

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American Airlines Jets Clip Wings at Reagan National Airport

2025-04-10T11:32:53.791712-07:00

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Bloomberg

House GOP Proposes $15B Investment for Air Traffic Control Overhaul House Republicans have unveiled plans to allocate $15 billion for air traffic control enhancements as part of a reconciliation markup. This investment aims to address longstanding infrastructure issues, including technology updates, safety enhancements, and alleviating staffing shortages within the U.S. air traffic management system.

2025-04-25T16:48:26.938052-07:00

House GOP Proposes $15B Investment for Air Traffic Control Overhaul

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GOP Proposes $15 Billion Overhaul to Modernize Air Traffic Control System House Republicans prepare a $15 billion proposal aimed at modernizing the U.S. air traffic control system amidst rising safety concerns and operational inefficiencies. The funding package seeks to address technological updates, improve safety protocols, and manage staffing shortages critical to maintaining airspace efficiency.

2025-04-25T16:48:26.938052-07:00

GOP Proposes $15 Billion Overhaul to Modernize Air Traffic Control System

Flying Magazine

Embry-Riddle Accelerates Pathways to Air Traffic Control Careers with FAA Partnership Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has launched an accelerated program in collaboration with the FAA, offering students a fast-track entry into air-traffic control careers. This initiative aims to address ongoing ATC staffing shortages by speeding up training and placement processes for aspiring controllers.

2025-04-24T07:00:35.903000-07:00

Embry-Riddle Accelerates Pathways to Air Traffic Control Careers with FAA Partnership

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Archer Aviation Secures Abu Dhabi Design Approval for Hybrid Heliport Archer Aviation has received design approval from the UAE's General Civil Aviation Agency (GCAA) to transform the Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal helipad into a hybrid heliport for both helicopters and eVTOL aircraft. This significant milestone supports the development of commercial electric air taxi services in the region.

2025-04-23T14:24:36.561461-07:00

Archer Aviation Secures Abu Dhabi Design Approval for Hybrid Heliport

AINonline

FAA Advances Operational Efficiency at Major U.S. Airports The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reports significant progress in enhancing operational efficiency at key U.S. airports. These improvements come amid mounting challenges such as staffing shortages and increasing demands for airspace usage due to frequent commercial and space launches.

2025-04-23T11:29:01.835470-07:00

FAA Advances Operational Efficiency at Major U.S. Airports

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FAA Initiates Safety Overhaul at Las Vegas Airport Following Midair Collision Concerns The FAA has identified significant safety concerns involving potential collisions between helicopters and passenger planes at Las Vegas' Harry Reid International Airport. This follows an investigation prompted by a deadly midair collision in Washington, D.C., leading to immediate changes in flying rules to enhance safety measures.

2025-04-22T14:56:06.890819-07:00

FAA Initiates Safety Overhaul at Las Vegas Airport Following Midair Collision Concerns

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FAA Pressured to Enhance Safety at Reagan National Airport Following a series of troubling incidents, Democratic lawmakers are urging the FAA to address safety concerns and sustain reduced air traffic operations at Reagan Washington National Airport. Recent events, including near-collisions and midair accidents, highlight the urgent need for improved safety measures and air traffic management.

2025-04-22T14:10:30.266051-07:00

FAA Pressured to Enhance Safety at Reagan National Airport

AINonline

Vatican Funeral for Pope Francis Adjusts Rome Airspace Operations The airspace over Rome will undergo changes in anticipation of Pope Francis's funeral, impacting commercial and private flights. Authorities will implement air traffic adjustments to accommodate the influx of dignitaries and pilgrims, ensuring safe and efficient operations around a high-profile event.

2025-04-22T10:56:07.594839-07:00

Vatican Funeral for Pope Francis Adjusts Rome Airspace Operations

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