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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Reuters

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denvergazette.com

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Reuters

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FAA 'Supercharged' Process Referred 8,320 for Controller Aptitude Exam The FAA has accelerated its air traffic controller recruitment by referring over 8,320 candidates for the aptitude exam. This initiative aims to address staffing shortages and enhance operational efficiency within the aviation sector.

2025-03-23T18:38:35.313820-07:00

FAA 'Supercharged' Process Referred 8,320 for Controller Aptitude Exam

Reuters

FAA Resumes Pilot Safety Messaging After Data Outage The FAA's critical system for delivering safety messages to pilots encountered an outage, halting operations for several hours. The agency and airlines confirmed the system's resumption, stressing the importance of reliable communication for aviation safety.

2025-03-22T17:11:40.898816-07:00

FAA Resumes Pilot Safety Messaging After Data Outage

PaxEx.Aero

Southwest Airlines Files FAA Complaint Over San Antonio Terminal Dispute Southwest Airlines has formally lodged a complaint with the FAA regarding ongoing disputes about terminal reconstruction and gate allocations at San Antonio Airport. This marks an escalation in tensions as the airline seeks resolution to accommodate growing operational demands.

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Southwest Airlines Files FAA Complaint Over San Antonio Terminal Dispute

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Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights A fire at an electrical substation near Heathrow Airport has caused a significant power outage, leading to the full-day closure of one of the world's busiest hubs. Over 120 flights were diverted, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers and raising concerns about contingency planning.

2025-03-20T20:25:54.605790-07:00

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

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Southwest 737 Aborts Taxiway Takeoff at Orlando A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 mistakenly commenced its takeoff on a taxiway at Orlando International Airport before reaching 70 knots on March 20. The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that air traffic control averted a potential incident by canceling the takeoff clearance.

2025-03-20T13:15:08.448088-07:00

Southwest 737 Aborts Taxiway Takeoff at Orlando

Aerospace America

FAA Delays Key BVLOS Guidance for U.S. Drone Operations The Federal Aviation Administration has postponed the release of critical guidance on beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) regulations, leaving U.S. drone operators in limbo. The draft, expected last September, is crucial for advancing commercial drone applications across various sectors.

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FAA Delays Key BVLOS Guidance for U.S. Drone Operations

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AIA Highlights US Moon Presence and Orbital Defense in 2025 Space Priorities The Aerospace Industries Association outlines objectives for an enduring US lunar presence and capability for orbital defense operations, addressing government priorities for agencies such as the DoD and NASA. The agenda includes nearly three dozen tasks for enhancing space security and exploration.

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AIA Highlights US Moon Presence and Orbital Defense in 2025 Space Priorities

FlightGlobal

Billy Nolen Joins ZeroAvia as Advisor for Hydrogen-Electric Certification ZeroAvia has appointed ex-FAA Administrator Billy Nolen as Senior Strategy & Regulatory Advisor. Nolen will assist in advancing the certification of ZeroAvia's 600kW electric propulsion system and hydrogen-electric powertrains, alongside maintaining his role at Archer Aviation.

2025-03-20T05:09:32.972157-07:00

Billy Nolen Joins ZeroAvia as Advisor for Hydrogen-Electric Certification

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