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NTSB preliminary findings cite GPS jamming as a factor in fatal King Air crash and related New Mexico medical-plane interference

In a pre-dawn May 14 King Air crash investigation, the NTSB’s preliminary findings point to GPS jamming as an under-investigation factor. Separate reporting based on federal findings says a New Mexico medical plane’s GPS malfunctioned after military jamming in the area, despite pilots being warned.

2026-06-18T10:52:36.923337-07:00

New York Times

NetJets Cessna Citation Latitude crashes on Texas highway after mechanical issue; 1 of 6 killed

2026-06-17T02:09:17.576480-07:00

The War Zone

USAF B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff at Edwards AFB; all eight crew killed

2026-06-15T12:21:02.836310-07:00

Flying Magazine

Hop-A-Jet urges stronger FAA corrosion AD after Challenger 604 dual-engine failure

2026-06-16T09:50:15.152527-07:00

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NTSB preliminary findings cite GPS jamming as a factor in fatal King Air crash and related New Mexico medical-plane interference In a pre-dawn May 14 King Air crash investigation, the NTSB’s preliminary findings point to GPS jamming as an under-investigation factor. Separate reporting based on federal findings says a New Mexico medical plane’s GPS malfunctioned after military jamming in the area, despite pilots being warned.

2026-06-18T10:52:36.923337-07:00

NTSB preliminary findings cite GPS jamming as a factor in fatal King Air crash and related New Mexico medical-plane interference

New York Times

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NetJets Cessna Citation Latitude crashes on Texas highway after mechanical issue; 1 of 6 killed A NetJets-operated Cessna 680 Citation Latitude crashed on the Loop 20 highway near Laredo, Texas, on June 16, after the crew reported a mechanical issue and diverted from Austin plans to land at Laredo International Airport. One passenger was killed; five were injured (six aboard).

2026-06-17T02:09:17.576480-07:00

NetJets Cessna Citation Latitude crashes on Texas highway after mechanical issue; 1 of 6 killed

Flying Magazine

Hop-A-Jet urges stronger FAA corrosion AD after Challenger 604 dual-engine failure Hop-A-Jet is calling for additional inspections and improved notification in the context of a GE engine corrosion airworthiness directive. The push follows a 2024 Challenger 604 event in which engine corrosion downed the aircraft over I-75, with a trained flight attendant preventing further harm by managing the cabin.

2026-06-16T09:50:15.152527-07:00

Hop-A-Jet urges stronger FAA corrosion AD after Challenger 604 dual-engine failure

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Air bp marks 100 years of aircraft refueling service (since 1926), supporting global fuel supply and SAF transition Air bp is celebrating its centenary, noting it has supplied aviation fuel since pioneering in- (into-plane) refueling services in 1926. The company says it distributes about 6,600 million gallons annually into the aerocommercial market and highlights recent focus on SAF.

2026-06-16T09:02:40.765882-07:00

Air bp marks 100 years of aircraft refueling service (since 1926), supporting global fuel supply and SAF transition

Flying Magazine

Uncertified flight instructor sentenced to 6.5 years after fatal crash A court sentenced flight instructor Philip Everton McPherson II to six and a half years’ imprisonment for involuntary manslaughter following a fatal crash, with the prosecution centered on his uncertified status. The case underscores how qualification and compliance failures can trigger criminal liability in aviation operations.

2026-06-16T06:19:35.625104-07:00

Uncertified flight instructor sentenced to 6.5 years after fatal crash

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Yemenia aircraft destruction cost estimated at $147 million Reporting pegs the total cost of the destroyed Yemenia aircraft at $147 million, underscoring the financial exposure airlines face when aircraft losses are tied to conflict-linked events. The figure frames the likely scale of claims and recovery issues for insurers and operators.

2026-06-15T23:18:19.021495-07:00

Yemenia aircraft destruction cost estimated at $147 million

The War Zone

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USAF B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff at Edwards AFB; all eight crew killed A U.S. Air Force Boeing B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff on 15 June at Edwards Air Force Base in California, erupting into flames and killing all eight crew members, officials said. Edwards AFB said initial indications were the crash was “not survivable,” with wreckage scattered across charred ground.

2026-06-15T12:21:02.836310-07:00

USAF B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff at Edwards AFB; all eight crew killed

Flying Magazine

Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet crashes in Washington national forest; pilot ejected safely, wildfire sparked by wreckage A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet crashed during a routine training flight in Washington state, about 55 miles southeast of Seattle, in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The pilot ejected safely before impact; wreckage reportedly sparked a wildfire, prompting response from local fire crews and the U.S. Forest Service.

2026-06-15T10:48:39.317467-07:00

Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet crashes in Washington national forest; pilot ejected safely, wildfire sparked by wreckage

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NTSB preliminary findings cite GPS jamming as a factor in fatal King Air crash and related New Mexico medical-plane interference

NetJets Cessna Citation Latitude crashes on Texas highway after mechanical issue; 1 of 6 killed

USAF B-52 crashes shortly after takeoff at Edwards AFB; all eight crew killed

Hop-A-Jet urges stronger FAA corrosion AD after Challenger 604 dual-engine failure

News Timeline