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Breaking Defense • Michael Marrow

Pentagon FY2027 budget blueprint: space programs set to lead, USAF retires U-2s and 149 aircraft, and bases get $1.4B for drone/

The Pentagon’s FY2027 defense budget request outlines a major push to expand U.S. military spending, with space programs among the clearest beneficiaries. For the USAF, plans include divesting 149 aircraft in FY2027—nearly half of the A-10 fleet and all remaining U-2s—while seeking $1.4B for air base defense against drones and missile threats. The Navy request also targets topline growth and continues carrier-related funding, including Enterprise.

2026-04-21T14:24:55.884165-07:00

The Air Current

FAA to pick an AI vendor for an air-traffic management system by end of May; ATC modernization leans on $12.5B initial funding a

2026-04-21T12:20:24.054901-07:00

Business Wire

Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup

2026-04-21T08:52:32.708839-07:00

Flying Magazine

FAA to roll out ‘back-end changeover’ for NOTAM system using plain-language presentation of critical flight information

2026-04-21T07:56:21.013403-07:00

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Breaking Defense

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Pentagon FY2027 budget blueprint: space programs set to lead, USAF retires U-2s and 149 aircraft, and bases get $1.4B for drone/ The Pentagon’s FY2027 defense budget request outlines a major push to expand U.S. military spending, with space programs among the clearest beneficiaries. For the USAF, plans include divesting 149 aircraft in FY2027—nearly half of the A-10 fleet and all remaining U-2s—while seeking $1.4B for air base defense against drones and missile threats. The Navy request also targets topline growth and continues carrier-related funding, including Enterprise.

2026-04-21T14:24:55.884165-07:00

Pentagon FY2027 budget blueprint: space programs set to lead, USAF retires U-2s and 149 aircraft, and bases get $1.4B for drone/

The Air Current

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FAA to pick an AI vendor for an air-traffic management system by end of May; ATC modernization leans on $12.5B initial funding a The FAA is pursuing data-driven airspace forecasting and is planning to select a vendor for an AI-powered air traffic management system by the end of May, targeting software deployment as soon as September. The effort is tied to the $12.5B ATC modernization “down payment,” with additional congressional funding needed.

2026-04-21T12:20:24.054901-07:00

FAA to pick an AI vendor for an air-traffic management system by end of May; ATC modernization leans on $12.5B initial funding a

Runway Girl

IdeaNova and Cadami partner to deploy cabin-based CDN edge for streaming-quality in-flight connectivity IdeaNova and Cadami say they will work together to transform the aircraft cabin into a high-performance CDN edge, targeting improved streaming-quality Internet as airline demand grows. The approach is positioned to support better content delivery performance onboard, not just basic connectivity.

2026-04-21T11:26:14.133752-07:00

IdeaNova and Cadami partner to deploy cabin-based CDN edge for streaming-quality in-flight connectivity

Business Wire

Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup Universal Aviation, an Evans Aviation company, has opened a new purpose-built fixed-base operator (FBO) and General Aviation Terminal (GAT) at Guadalajara International Airport (MMGL). The facility is the first dedicated private aviation site in the city, aimed at expanding business-aviation ground services ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

2026-04-21T08:52:32.708839-07:00

Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup

Flying Magazine

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FAA to roll out ‘back-end changeover’ for NOTAM system using plain-language presentation of critical flight information The FAA is modernizing its NOTAM platform via a “back-end changeover” designed to make critical flight information easier to interpret, improving clarity and communications. The shift targets safer skies by changing how NOTAM content is presented to users, particularly when time-critical operational decisions are required.

2026-04-21T07:56:21.013403-07:00

FAA to roll out ‘back-end changeover’ for NOTAM system using plain-language presentation of critical flight information

AeroTime

The Weather Company pitches predictive weather analytics for airport delay reduction The Weather Company says its predictive analytics and real-time monitoring can help airports reduce delays while improving operational efficiency and safety. The concept centers on using weather intelligence earlier and continuously to better support airport decision-making as conditions evolve.

2026-04-20T00:31:55.713502-07:00

The Weather Company pitches predictive weather analytics for airport delay reduction

FlightGlobal

United hits back at FAA’s now-mandated Chicago O’Hare summer flight cap, calling it “severe prejudice” United Airlines sharply criticized the FAA’s decision to move from proposed constraints to a mandated capacity limitation at Chicago O’Hare this summer, arguing the agency is unfairly picking “winners and losers” amid congestion-driven slot management. United frames the cap as harmful and discriminatory as the ORD reduction fight escalates.

2026-04-17T17:15:26.691043-07:00

United hits back at FAA’s now-mandated Chicago O’Hare summer flight cap, calling it “severe prejudice”

Associated Press

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UPS Boeing 767 aborts Louisville landing after runway incursion; FAA pushes AI predictive routing A UPS cargo Boeing 767 aborted landing at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport after a Pilatus PC-12 entered the active runway during final approach, narrowly avoiding a collision. The incident comes months after a UPS crash at the same airport, underscoring runway-incursion risk as the FAA advances AI-powered predictive routing.

2026-04-17T10:12:31.557649-07:00

UPS Boeing 767 aborts Louisville landing after runway incursion; FAA pushes AI predictive routing

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Pentagon FY2027 budget blueprint: space programs set to lead, USAF retires U-2s and 149 aircraft, and bases get $1.4B for drone/

FAA to pick an AI vendor for an air-traffic management system by end of May; ATC modernization leans on $12.5B initial funding a

Universal Aviation inaugurates Guadalajara MMGL purpose-built FBO and General Aviation Terminal (GAT), positioning for World Cup

FAA to roll out ‘back-end changeover’ for NOTAM system using plain-language presentation of critical flight information

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