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Associated Press

Helicopter crashes on Kalalau Beach, Kauai; injuries reported

A helicopter crashed Thursday on Kalalau Beach, a remote shoreline on Kauai, and emergency crews are on scene; authorities say passengers sustained injuries. Officials have not released the number of injured or a cause as first responders secure the site and move victims.

2026-03-26T21:19:21.609170-07:00

Reuters

United 737 and Army Black Hawk trigger TCAS RA, came within ~500 ft on approach to John Wayne; FAA probes near‑miss

2026-03-26T15:30:19.372913-07:00

Airways Magazine

How transponders, surface‑surveillance and layered systems reduce runway collision risk — lessons from LaGuardia

2026-03-26T08:19:37.471172-07:00

Associated Press

Siblings indicted after improvised explosive device found outside MacDill AFB gate

2026-03-26T10:20:17.049557-07:00

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Associated Press

Helicopter crashes on Kalalau Beach, Kauai; injuries reported A helicopter crashed Thursday on Kalalau Beach, a remote shoreline on Kauai, and emergency crews are on scene; authorities say passengers sustained injuries. Officials have not released the number of injured or a cause as first responders secure the site and move victims.

2026-03-26T21:19:21.609170-07:00

Helicopter crashes on Kalalau Beach, Kauai; injuries reported

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United 737 and Army Black Hawk trigger TCAS RA, came within ~500 ft on approach to John Wayne; FAA probes near‑miss A United Airlines Boeing 737 on approach to John Wayne Airport (Santa Ana) triggered a TCAS Resolution Advisory after a U.S. Army UH‑60 Black Hawk crossed in front, closing to roughly 500 feet. The FAA has opened an investigation into the near‑collision near Orange County.

2026-03-26T15:30:19.372913-07:00

United 737 and Army Black Hawk trigger TCAS RA, came within ~500 ft on approach to John Wayne; FAA probes near‑miss

The War Zone

KC-135 Veteran: 'Epic Fury' Is Straining Tanker Readiness, Maintainers and Aircrews Retired Col. Troy Pananon, a former KC‑135 commander, warns Operation Epic Fury's sustained high‑tempo sorties are straining Stratotanker availability, maintenance teams and aircrews, degrading readiness across the tanker fleet and creating sustainment and crew‑fatigue risks for prolonged refuelling operations.

2026-03-26T13:18:14.918603-07:00

KC-135 Veteran: 'Epic Fury' Is Straining Tanker Readiness, Maintainers and Aircrews

AeroTime

Russian aviation blogger Pavel Koshkin’s ultralight reportedly shot down after being mistaken for a drone Media outlets report Russian aviation blogger Pavel Koshkin’s ultralight aircraft was reportedly shot down by Russian air-defence forces after being mistaken for an unmanned aerial vehicle, and Koshkin may have been killed. Details remain unconfirmed as authorities and independent sources seek verification.

2026-03-26T12:50:36.306461-07:00

Russian aviation blogger Pavel Koshkin’s ultralight reportedly shot down after being mistaken for a drone

AINonline

Strong Aero's AeroLink STC enables external Starlink Mini as a major alteration for Part 23 aircraft Strong Aero's AeroLink kit enables external installation of SpaceX's Starlink Mini on Part 23 airplanes and has been designated a major alteration, allowing installation via an STC pathway. The classification clarifies compliance and maintenance obligations and accelerates retrofit deployment for light aircraft fleets.

2026-03-26T10:40:29.026184-07:00

Strong Aero's AeroLink STC enables external Starlink Mini as a major alteration for Part 23 aircraft

Associated Press

Siblings indicted after improvised explosive device found outside MacDill AFB gate Federal prosecutors have indicted a brother and sister after an alleged improvised explosive device was found March 16 outside the visitors’ center gate at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, prompting a shelter-in-place and an FBI investigation. The pair now face federal explosives and related charges as authorities continue evidence-gathering.

2026-03-26T10:20:17.049557-07:00

Siblings indicted after improvised explosive device found outside MacDill AFB gate

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Spanish court rules cabin‑crew work 'arduous and dangerous', opens path to early full pensions A Madrid court has ruled cabin‑crew work is 'arduous and dangerous', finding it can cause premature ageing and health conditions. The judgment opens a path for Spanish flight attendants to seek early retirement with full pensions, potentially forcing airlines and regulators to reassess pension and labour rules.

2026-03-26T09:38:15.161994-07:00

Spanish court rules cabin‑crew work 'arduous and dangerous', opens path to early full pensions

Airways Magazine

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ICAO launches next‑generation PKD on March 27 to speed e‑passport checks and border processing ICAO on March 27 launched its next‑generation Public Key Directory (PKD), the global backbone for e‑passport verification. The upgraded platform is intended to streamline e‑passport checks at eGates and checkpoints, supporting faster border processing and more reliable identity validation for international travellers.

2026-03-26T08:38:50.338382-07:00

ICAO launches next‑generation PKD on March 27 to speed e‑passport checks and border processing

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Helicopter crashes on Kalalau Beach, Kauai; injuries reported

United 737 and Army Black Hawk trigger TCAS RA, came within ~500 ft on approach to John Wayne; FAA probes near‑miss

How transponders, surface‑surveillance and layered systems reduce runway collision risk — lessons from LaGuardia

Siblings indicted after improvised explosive device found outside MacDill AFB gate

News Timeline