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FAA Approves United Airlines' Starlink-Equipped Embraer 175 for May 2025 Launch

United Airlines achieves FAA certification for its first Starlink-equipped aircraft, the Embraer 175, with commercial services set to commence in May 2025. This development comes eight months after United's agreement with SpaceX, underscoring accelerated adoption of satellite connectivity in aviation.

2025-03-31T06:26:30.667580-07:00

Reuters

FAA Closes Starship Test Review, Continues Probe into March Explosion

2025-03-31T10:45:06.609683-07:00

The Guardian

Heathrow Closure After Substation Fire Disrupts Global Flights

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

Wall Street Journal

Boeing Attempts to Revoke 737 MAX Guilty Plea in DOJ Deal

2025-03-24T13:47:56.736778-07:00

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Senator Calls for FAA Review Before Extending Boeing's Regulatory Program Senator Maria Cantwell emphasizes the need for addressing critical concerns before the FAA renews Boeing's Organization Designation Authorization program. This program, which enables Boeing to perform FAA-delegated tasks, faced scrutiny after a mid-air emergency involving Boeing's 737 MAX 9.

2025-04-01T12:07:28.782855-07:00

Senator Calls for FAA Review Before Extending Boeing's Regulatory Program

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Blue Origin Plans Second New Glenn Launch After FAA Concludes Investigation Blue Origin aims for a late spring launch for its New Glenn rocket following the FAA's completion of an investigation into the rocket's booster landing failure after its successful debut launch in January.

2025-03-31T11:49:02.434856-07:00

Blue Origin Plans Second New Glenn Launch After FAA Concludes Investigation

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FAA Closes Starship Test Review, Continues Probe into March Explosion The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has resolved its investigation into SpaceX's Starship test flight failure in January. However, an investigation into a subsequent testing explosion in March is still underway, reflecting ongoing regulatory scrutiny over SpaceX's testing protocols and safety measures.

2025-03-31T10:45:06.609683-07:00

FAA Closes Starship Test Review, Continues Probe into March Explosion

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FAA Orders Fix for Rolls-Royce Engine Issue in Boeing 757s The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a directive to airlines operating Boeing 757s with Rolls-Royce engines to rectify a problem where hot engine air can compromise the integrity of engine struts. This directive aims to mitigate potential overheating risks that could affect aircraft safety.

2025-03-31T09:38:24.540523-07:00

FAA Orders Fix for Rolls-Royce Engine Issue in Boeing 757s

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FAA Approves United Airlines' Starlink-Equipped Embraer 175 for May 2025 Launch United Airlines achieves FAA certification for its first Starlink-equipped aircraft, the Embraer 175, with commercial services set to commence in May 2025. This development comes eight months after United's agreement with SpaceX, underscoring accelerated adoption of satellite connectivity in aviation.

2025-03-31T06:26:30.667580-07:00

FAA Approves United Airlines' Starlink-Equipped Embraer 175 for May 2025 Launch

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Laser Strikes on Aircraft: A Persisting Safety Threat The Federal Aviation Administration recorded 12,840 laser strikes on aircraft in 2023, underscoring an ongoing safety challenge. Since 2010, pilots have reported 328 injuries due to this dangerous activity, classified as a federal crime. The FAA urges public awareness and reporting to combat these incidents.

2025-03-29T17:32:33.608251-07:00

Laser Strikes on Aircraft: A Persisting Safety Threat

The Independent

Socata TBM7 Crash in Minneapolis Suburb Leaves One Dead A Socata TBM7 aircraft crashed into a house in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, after departing from Des Moines International Airport. The crash resulted in one fatality and destroyed the residence, prompting FAA investigation. The aircraft was en route to Anoka County-Blaine Airport.

2025-03-29T14:00:01.232593-07:00

Socata TBM7 Crash in Minneapolis Suburb Leaves One Dead

CNBC

U.S. Faces Critical Air Traffic Controller Shortage With only 10,800 certified controllers, the U.S. grapples with a severe shortage, needing over 14,000 to maintain optimal operations, affecting the efficiency and safety of national air traffic management.

2025-03-29T05:15:01.492163-07:00

U.S. Faces Critical Air Traffic Controller Shortage

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