News

Flying Magazine • Meg Godlewski

FAA completes Phase 1 of NOTAM system overhaul ahead of schedule, shifting legacy US NOTAM System (USNS) to the cloud

The FAA announced it has implemented Phase 1 of the United States’ NOTAM overhaul successfully, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy saying the 40-year-old system is being upgraded to improve safety, prevent nationwide airspace shutdowns, and strengthen pilot communications. The agency also credited progress toward moving the legacy US NOTAM System into the cloud.

2026-05-12T11:01:51.274391-07:00

The War Zone

Austria confirms Eurofighter Typhoon scrambles against U.S. military aircraft after unauthorized airspace incursions

2026-05-12T09:37:07.686361-07:00

Flying Magazine

Collins Aerospace expands Largo, Florida site with $26.5M to boost FAA radar replacement output

2026-05-11T08:26:46.063389-07:00

The Air Current

FAA ATC modernization sparks “America first” backlash over foreign-owned contractor involvement

2026-05-11T14:07:58.312996-07:00

News Timeline

mynorthwest.com

USAF T-38 Talon II training jet crashes in Alabama; both pilots eject safely A U.S. Air Force T-38 Talon II assigned to Columbus Air Force Base crashed Tuesday in Alabama, according to base officials. Both pilots ejected successfully. The incident adds to a run of training mishaps involving advanced jet trainers, while the Air Force assesses next steps for investigation and safety review.

2026-05-12T14:03:32.458229-07:00

USAF T-38 Talon II training jet crashes in Alabama; both pilots eject safely

Flying Magazine

❗️

FAA completes Phase 1 of NOTAM system overhaul ahead of schedule, shifting legacy US NOTAM System (USNS) to the cloud The FAA announced it has implemented Phase 1 of the United States’ NOTAM overhaul successfully, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy saying the 40-year-old system is being upgraded to improve safety, prevent nationwide airspace shutdowns, and strengthen pilot communications. The agency also credited progress toward moving the legacy US NOTAM System into the cloud.

2026-05-12T11:01:51.274391-07:00

FAA completes Phase 1 of NOTAM system overhaul ahead of schedule, shifting legacy US NOTAM System (USNS) to the cloud

The War Zone

Austria confirms Eurofighter Typhoon scrambles against U.S. military aircraft after unauthorized airspace incursions Austria’s defence ministry says it scrambled Eurofighter Typhoons on two consecutive days to intercept U.S. military aircraft operating without authorization over Austrian territory—likely U-28A aircraft used by the U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command. The government says the issue will be handled through diplomatic channels.

2026-05-12T09:37:07.686361-07:00

Austria confirms Eurofighter Typhoon scrambles against U.S. military aircraft after unauthorized airspace incursions

AINonline

FAA updates real-time weather analysis guidance after operator feedback, adding backup capability when automated sensors fail The FAA has revised its guidance for real-time weather analysis following operator feedback, emphasizing continuity of information quality when automated sensors underperform or fail. The updated system behavior provides backup coverage so decision-making can continue without relying solely on sensor outputs.

2026-05-11T15:31:42.411031-07:00

FAA updates real-time weather analysis guidance after operator feedback, adding backup capability when automated sensors fail

AINonline

FCC grants Gogo’s classic air-to-ground service users a six-month reprieve while pushing 4G service rollout to Nov. 8, 2026 The FCC has provided a six-month extension for “classic” Gogo air-to-ground connectivity users, while also delaying the start of 4G service to Nov. 8, 2026. The move shifts timelines for the in-flight communications transition and associated regulatory compliance milestones.

2026-05-11T15:31:42.348808-07:00

FCC grants Gogo’s classic air-to-ground service users a six-month reprieve while pushing 4G service rollout to Nov. 8, 2026

The Air Current

❗️

FAA ATC modernization sparks “America first” backlash over foreign-owned contractor involvement The FAA’s selection and consideration of foreign-owned contractors for work to modernize the U.S. air traffic control system has triggered fresh criticism from U.S. stakeholders. The controversy centers on how national-security and procurement “America first” expectations intersect with needed modernization capacity.

2026-05-11T14:07:58.312996-07:00

FAA ATC modernization sparks “America first” backlash over foreign-owned contractor involvement

Flying Magazine

❗️

Collins Aerospace expands Largo, Florida site with $26.5M to boost FAA radar replacement output Collins Aerospace, an RTX business, is investing $26.5 million to expand its Largo, Florida facility to accelerate production of commercial aviation radars and defense multi-domain security solutions. The work will support the FAA’s Radar System Replacement Program, including Condor Mk3 and ASR-XM production.

2026-05-11T08:26:46.063389-07:00

Collins Aerospace expands Largo, Florida site with $26.5M to boost FAA radar replacement output

FL360aero

❗️

Denver International runway intrusion: video and federal inquiry into fatal takeoff collision involving Frontier jet Surveillance footage and an expanding federal probe are examining how a trespasser breached security at Denver International Airport before being struck and killed during a Frontier jet’s takeoff roll. Frontier and investigators are reviewing access to the active runway and the sequence leading to the collision.

2026-05-10T14:24:40.584370-07:00

Denver International runway intrusion: video and federal inquiry into fatal takeoff collision involving Frontier jet

Menu

ATC News

FAA completes Phase 1 of NOTAM system overhaul ahead of schedule, shifting legacy US NOTAM System (USNS) to the cloud

Austria confirms Eurofighter Typhoon scrambles against U.S. military aircraft after unauthorized airspace incursions

Collins Aerospace expands Largo, Florida site with $26.5M to boost FAA radar replacement output

FAA ATC modernization sparks “America first” backlash over foreign-owned contractor involvement

News Timeline