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FAA Equipment and Staffing Problems Disrupt Newark Airport Operations, Diverting United Flights

A series of equipment and staffing issues at Newark Liberty International Airport forced the FAA to slow departures and arrivals, leading United Airlines to divert 35 flights. The disruption underscores ongoing challenges in the US air traffic control system, impacting operations nationwide.

2025-04-28T15:12:45.472922-07:00

Flying Magazine

Renowned Aerobatic Pilot Rob Holland Killed in Crash Ahead of Airshow

2025-04-24T14:56:48.959815-07:00

CBS News

Delta Air Lines Airbus A330 Evacuated in Orlando After Engine Fire

2025-04-21T09:30:52.352745-07:00

denvergazette.com

FAA Initiates Safety Overhaul at Las Vegas Airport Following Midair Collision Concerns

2025-04-22T14:56:06.890819-07:00

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AVweb

FAA Proposes New Grant Assurance Updates for Airports The FAA has proposed updates to the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant assurances, introducing a requirement for federally funded airports to continue offering 100LL aviation fuel. This update aims to ensure compliance with existing federal funding criteria and addresses concerns over changes in fuel availability.

2025-04-29T13:55:39.750926-07:00

FAA Proposes New Grant Assurance Updates for Airports

FlightGlobal

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House Proposal Seeks $15 Billion to Modernize U.S. Air Traffic Control System A new proposal by House Republicans aims to allocate $15 billion for modernizing the U.S. air traffic control system. The funding targets critical updates to ATC technology, infrastructure improvements, and addressing a significant shortage in staffing to enhance safety and efficiency.

2025-04-29T09:43:00.770257-07:00

House Proposal Seeks $15 Billion to Modernize U.S. Air Traffic Control System

Wall Street Journal

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FAA Equipment and Staffing Problems Disrupt Newark Airport Operations, Diverting United Flights A series of equipment and staffing issues at Newark Liberty International Airport forced the FAA to slow departures and arrivals, leading United Airlines to divert 35 flights. The disruption underscores ongoing challenges in the US air traffic control system, impacting operations nationwide.

2025-04-28T15:12:45.472922-07:00

FAA Equipment and Staffing Problems Disrupt Newark Airport Operations, Diverting United Flights

Aviation Week

FAA Orders Inspections After Delta 717 Gear-Up Landing Incident Following a gear-up landing incident involving a Delta Boeing 717, the FAA will require repetitive inspections to prevent similar failures. The June 2023 incident underscores critical challenges in ensuring landing gear reliability and safety protocols for aging fleets.

2025-04-28T11:23:41.407020-07:00

FAA Orders Inspections After Delta 717 Gear-Up Landing Incident

AINonline

FAA’s Rocheleau Prioritizes Safety and Modernization Amidst Increased Scrutiny FAA Acting Administrator Chris Rocheleau outlines a comprehensive agenda focusing on safety enhancements and modernization efforts in response to recent aviation incidents and technological advances. These initiatives aim to address public safety concerns and maintain the integrity of the national airspace system.

2025-04-28T11:12:41.945644-07:00

FAA’s Rocheleau Prioritizes Safety and Modernization Amidst Increased Scrutiny

eVTOL Insights

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FAA Appoints Texas A&M to Lead Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) has been selected by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to manage the Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies. This initiative aims to spearhead innovation in aviation technologies and ensure their safe integration into the National Airspace System.

2025-04-25T01:29:39.684435-07:00

FAA Appoints Texas A&M to Lead Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies

Reuters

FAA Head of Commercial Space Takes Early Retirement Amid Industry Changes The Federal Aviation Administration's head of commercial space is among those taking an early retirement, reflecting shifting dynamics within the agency. The decision comes as the FAA navigates budgetary constraints and operational adjustments, potentially affecting the U.S. commercial space sector's regulatory and strategic framework.

2025-04-24T16:16:13.432524-07:00

FAA Head of Commercial Space Takes Early Retirement Amid Industry Changes

Flying Magazine

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Renowned Aerobatic Pilot Rob Holland Killed in Crash Ahead of Airshow Rob Holland, an acclaimed aerobatic pilot, tragically died when his MX Aircraft MXS crashed during landing preparations at Langley Air Force Base. The incident prompted an NTSB investigation and raises concerns about safety protocols as the Air Power Over Hampton Roads airshow was set to occur.

2025-04-24T14:56:48.959815-07:00

Renowned Aerobatic Pilot Rob Holland Killed in Crash Ahead of Airshow

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