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Wall Street Journal • Joseph Pisani

FAA Equipment and Staffing Problems Disrupt Newark Airport Operations, Diverting United Flights

A series of equipment and staffing issues at Newark Liberty International Airport forced the FAA to slow departures and arrivals, leading United Airlines to divert 35 flights. The disruption underscores ongoing challenges in the US air traffic control system, impacting operations nationwide.

2025-04-28T15:12:45.472922-07:00

AeroTime

Major Power Outage Disrupts Air Travel Across Portugal and Spain

2025-04-28T06:45:27.240159-07:00

New York Times

Complex Failures Revealed in Reagan Airport Fatal Collision

2025-04-27T02:12:42.611012-07:00

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Archer Aviation Secures Abu Dhabi Design Approval for Hybrid Heliport

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

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FlightGlobal

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US House Proposes $15 Billion Investment in FAA Infrastructure The US House of Representatives has introduced a proposal to allocate $15 billion to the Federal Aviation Administration for upgrading air traffic control systems. This initiative aims to modernize technology, enhance safety protocols, and alleviate staffing shortages, gaining broad support from industry stakeholders including the NBAA.

2025-04-29T09:43:00.770257-07:00

US House Proposes $15 Billion Investment in FAA Infrastructure

Simple Flying

Phone Fire On Hawaiian Airlines Flight Highlights Electronic Device Risks A passenger's phone caught fire on a Hawaiian Airlines Airbus A330 during landing in Tokyo, after becoming trapped in a seat. This incident underscores the growing concern over lithium-ion battery safety on flights, as airlines face challenges managing electronic device risks onboard.

2025-04-29T05:05:08.181006-07:00

Phone Fire On Hawaiian Airlines Flight Highlights Electronic Device Risks

Flightradar24

Flightradar24's Expansive Network Reaches 50,000 ADS-B Data Sharers Globally Flightradar24 has expanded its global network to include over 50,000 active ADS-B data sharers, enhancing real-time flight tracking capabilities. This vast network supports accurate flight data dissemination, impacting operational decisions and passenger experience across the aviation sector.

2025-04-28T20:15:55.281394-07:00

Flightradar24's Expansive Network Reaches 50,000 ADS-B Data Sharers Globally

Wall Street Journal

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FAA Equipment and Staffing Problems Disrupt Newark Airport Operations, Diverting United Flights A series of equipment and staffing issues at Newark Liberty International Airport forced the FAA to slow departures and arrivals, leading United Airlines to divert 35 flights. The disruption underscores ongoing challenges in the US air traffic control system, impacting operations nationwide.

2025-04-28T15:12:45.472922-07:00

FAA Equipment and Staffing Problems Disrupt Newark Airport Operations, Diverting United Flights

AeroTime

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Major Power Outage Disrupts Air Travel Across Portugal and Spain A widespread power outage on April 28 affected major airports in Portugal and Spain, causing significant disruptions to air travel and public transport. The outage, attributed to extreme temperature variations, led to delays and cancellations, impacting airlines and passengers across the region.

2025-04-28T06:45:27.240159-07:00

Major Power Outage Disrupts Air Travel Across Portugal and Spain

New York Times

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Complex Failures Revealed in Reagan Airport Fatal Collision New details from The Times present a more intricate picture of the January 29 incident at Reagan National Airport, where an Army helicopter crashed into a jet. The failures highlight significant oversights preceding the tragic event.

2025-04-27T02:12:42.611012-07:00

Complex Failures Revealed in Reagan Airport Fatal Collision

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

Bloomberg

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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

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