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One-Way-In, One-Way-Out airport flows add complexity for pilots—testing skill and runway-operations discipline

Airports that adopt one-way-in, one-way-out configurations can create operational hurdles for crews, elevating the technical demands of runway and approach management. The setup effectively turns routine movements into more constrained flying tasks, surfacing differences in pilot technique and airport-side procedures.

2026-04-22T05:06:47.400965-07:00

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Drone industry warns of talent crunch as FAA Part 108 BVLOS rules approach completion

2026-04-21T14:51:51.704232-07:00

Aviation Week

Reliable Robotics raises $160M, targets FAA uncrewed cargo certification by 2028

2026-04-21T13:20:45.874450-07:00

Vertical Mag

MD Helicopters gets FAA certification for Super D20R upgrade combining Super D airframe enhancements with Rolls-Royce 250-C20R e

2026-04-21T13:51:53.497275-07:00

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One-Way-In, One-Way-Out airport flows add complexity for pilots—testing skill and runway-operations discipline Airports that adopt one-way-in, one-way-out configurations can create operational hurdles for crews, elevating the technical demands of runway and approach management. The setup effectively turns routine movements into more constrained flying tasks, surfacing differences in pilot technique and airport-side procedures.

2026-04-22T05:06:47.400965-07:00

One-Way-In, One-Way-Out airport flows add complexity for pilots—testing skill and runway-operations discipline

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ROK Air Force investigation finds personal photo maneuver caused 2021 F-15K collision The Republic of Korea Air Force says its investigation into the 2021 F-15K collision determined that a personal photo-related maneuver was the causal factor. The finding centers on how cockpit/mission actions deviated from safe execution during the event, driving the mishap outcome and informing corrective measures.

2026-04-22T03:50:01.675548-07:00

ROK Air Force investigation finds personal photo maneuver caused 2021 F-15K collision

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Air Force acquisitions nominee pledges to curb F-35 sustainment costs amid nuclear modernization push The nominee for the Air Force acquisition leadership role said controlling rising F-35 sustainment costs would be a top priority, pairing cost and availability focus with support for nuclear modernization. The pledge signals sustainment as a near-term budget and readiness lever as the service sets its procurement agenda.

2026-04-21T15:49:48.947584-07:00

Air Force acquisitions nominee pledges to curb F-35 sustainment costs amid nuclear modernization push

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Drone industry warns of talent crunch as FAA Part 108 BVLOS rules approach completion As the FAA’s Part 108 framework nears completion for BVLOS operations, the drone industry is warning of a widening talent gap. The effort hinges on sourcing and training enough qualified BVLOS operators and specialists—yet current pipelines may not scale in time.

2026-04-21T14:51:51.704232-07:00

Drone industry warns of talent crunch as FAA Part 108 BVLOS rules approach completion

Vertical Mag

MD Helicopters gets FAA certification for Super D20R upgrade combining Super D airframe enhancements with Rolls-Royce 250-C20R e MD Helicopters has received FAA certification for the Super D20R upgrade, integrating Super D airframe enhancements with the Rolls-Royce 250-C20R powerplant to deliver increased power. The approval supports a certified modernization path for Super D20 aircraft seeking higher performance capability.

2026-04-21T13:51:53.497275-07:00

MD Helicopters gets FAA certification for Super D20R upgrade combining Super D airframe enhancements with Rolls-Royce 250-C20R e

Aviation Week

Reliable Robotics raises $160M, targets FAA uncrewed cargo certification by 2028 Reliable Robotics, the U.S. autonomous-flight startup led by a SpaceX alum, secured a $160 million funding round led by Nimble Partners, pushing valuation toward $1 billion. The company is pressing the FAA for certification of its autonomous flight system, targeting a first commercial uncrewed cargo approval in 2028.

2026-04-21T13:20:45.874450-07:00

Reliable Robotics raises $160M, targets FAA uncrewed cargo certification by 2028

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ForeFlight adds Emergency Glide Mode for engine-failure scenarios ForeFlight has introduced “Emergency Glide Mode” to help pilots identify reachable runways and off-airport landing sites during engine-failure events. The feature is designed to surface better landing options in real time when glide range planning becomes time-critical, improving decision support in an emergency.

2026-04-21T09:26:01.880926-07:00

ForeFlight adds Emergency Glide Mode for engine-failure scenarios

FlightGlobal

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Textron Aviation wins FAA/EASA clearance to install Starlink on Citation Ascend and Cessna Citation 560 XL; aftermarket upgrade Textron Aviation says it has received FAA and EASA approval to install Starlink high-speed connectivity on the Citation Ascend, with the Cessna Citation 560 XL series earning EASA certification for the installation. The company is now offering Starlink as an aftermarket option in response to customer demand.

2026-04-21T08:52:08.985394-07:00

Textron Aviation wins FAA/EASA clearance to install Starlink on Citation Ascend and Cessna Citation 560 XL; aftermarket upgrade

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One-Way-In, One-Way-Out airport flows add complexity for pilots—testing skill and runway-operations discipline

Drone industry warns of talent crunch as FAA Part 108 BVLOS rules approach completion

Reliable Robotics raises $160M, targets FAA uncrewed cargo certification by 2028

MD Helicopters gets FAA certification for Super D20R upgrade combining Super D airframe enhancements with Rolls-Royce 250-C20R e

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