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Wreckage of Pan Am “Clipper Endeavor” DC-4 found off Puerto Rico, 74 years after crash

The wreckage of Pan American World Airways’ Douglas DC-4 “Clipper Endeavor,” which ditched after losing both engines less than 10 minutes after takeoff, has been located off Puerto Rico—74 years after the 1952 crash. The aircraft carried 69 passengers and crew, and the event is credited with helping reshape airline safety standards.

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2026-07-23T09:55:26.478445-07:00

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FAA to deploy Mobile Clearance for general and business aviation pilots, starting nationwide service in 2027

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2026-07-23T10:22:19.923739-07:00

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FAA advances digital departure-clearance tool for GA and business aviation

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2026-07-23T10:05:10.309893-07:00

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NBAA praises Senate committee progress on three aviation bills covering advanced air mobility certification, medication rules, a

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2026-07-23T09:38:04.562764-07:00

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FAA to deploy Mobile Clearance for general and business aviation pilots, starting nationwide service in 2027 The FAA plans to begin nationwide rollout of Mobile Clearance for general and business aviation pilots in 2027. The move is intended to modernize how these aircraft receive in-flight clearances, using a mobile, digital process rather than traditional clearance delivery methods.

2026-07-23T10:22:19.923739-07:00

FAA to deploy Mobile Clearance for general and business aviation pilots, starting nationwide service in 2027

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IAI launches Ellyon ‘all-in-one’ airborne jamming system for special-mission integration Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has launched Ellyon, an “all-in-one” special-mission airborne electronic warfare capability it says is suitable for integration with “multiple large business jet platforms.” The company positions the system as a multi-platform jamming solution for special missions.

2026-07-23T10:20:35.076839-07:00

IAI launches Ellyon ‘all-in-one’ airborne jamming system for special-mission integration

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FAA advances digital departure-clearance tool for GA and business aviation The FAA is moving forward with development and rollout of a new digital tool that lets general and business aviation pilots request departure clearances through approved flight applications instead of using radio. The initiative targets a more streamlined clearance workflow for non-airline operations.

2026-07-23T10:05:10.309893-07:00

FAA advances digital departure-clearance tool for GA and business aviation

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Wreckage of Pan Am “Clipper Endeavor” DC-4 found off Puerto Rico, 74 years after crash The wreckage of Pan American World Airways’ Douglas DC-4 “Clipper Endeavor,” which ditched after losing both engines less than 10 minutes after takeoff, has been located off Puerto Rico—74 years after the 1952 crash. The aircraft carried 69 passengers and crew, and the event is credited with helping reshape airline safety standards.

2026-07-23T09:55:26.478445-07:00

Wreckage of Pan Am “Clipper Endeavor” DC-4 found off Puerto Rico, 74 years after crash

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NBAA praises Senate committee progress on three aviation bills covering advanced air mobility certification, medication rules, a The National Business Aviation Association says a Senate committee has advanced three aviation bills addressing key policy gaps across certification for advanced air mobility, medication-related aviation rules, and regulatory pathways for supersonic flight operations. NBAA frames the package as moving urgent reforms through the legislative process.

2026-07-23T09:38:04.562764-07:00

NBAA praises Senate committee progress on three aviation bills covering advanced air mobility certification, medication rules, a

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Court decertifies 2025 shareholder class action accusing Boeing of putting profit over safety A federal court has decertified a 2025 shareholder class action alleging Boeing prioritized profit over safety and overstated its commitment to safe aircraft. The claims referenced the lead-up to the Jan. 2024 Alaska Airlines incident involving a midair blowout of a cabin panel on a 737-9.

2026-07-23T06:49:49.107245-07:00

Court decertifies 2025 shareholder class action accusing Boeing of putting profit over safety

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TrustFlight launches AI tools for safety reporting workloads; “Centrik 5” rolling out to existing customers at no extra cost TrustFlight is deploying a set of artificial-intelligence tools aimed at reducing the burden of safety reporting. The company says “Centrik 5” is now rolling out to existing customers without additional charges, positioning the upgrade as part of its ongoing safety-management support.

2026-07-23T06:38:04.855112-07:00

TrustFlight launches AI tools for safety reporting workloads; “Centrik 5” rolling out to existing customers at no extra cost

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Yemen asserts airspace control after Mahan Air fracas The Yemeni government has asserted control over its airspace following a “fracas” involving Mahan Air. The statement signals that the carrier’s operations and the disputed/contested nature of regional airspace management remain central to Yemen’s aviation posture.

2026-07-23T06:05:11.464605-07:00

Yemen asserts airspace control after Mahan Air fracas

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