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Engine Fire Forces Evacuation of Delta Airbus A330 at Orlando Airport

A Delta Air Lines Airbus A330, carrying nearly 200 passengers, experienced a right-side engine fire shortly after pushback at Orlando International Airport, prompting an emergency evacuation using slides on April 21. No injuries were reported, as passengers and crew swiftly evacuated the aircraft.

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

The Air Current

Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC

2025-04-17T05:32:21.779193-07:00

AINonline

Gulfstream G800 Jet Secures FAA and EASA Certification, Enhancing Range Capability

2025-04-16T09:52:41.421767-07:00

Associated Press

FAA Steps In: Emergency Grounding of NYC Helicopter Tour Firm After Fatal Crash

2025-04-14T18:44:06.283688-07:00

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GlobalAir.com

FAA Fast-Tracks NOTAM Modernization Following Recent Outages The Federal Aviation Administration will roll out a newly modernized Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) service ahead of schedule, following recent disruptions that highlighted vulnerabilities in aviation safety communications. This move aims to enhance the reliability and efficiency of critical safety messaging for pilots and flight crews.

2025-04-21T12:32:47.227633-07:00

FAA Fast-Tracks NOTAM Modernization Following Recent Outages

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Engine Fire Forces Evacuation of Delta Airbus A330 at Orlando Airport A Delta Air Lines Airbus A330, carrying nearly 200 passengers, experienced a right-side engine fire shortly after pushback at Orlando International Airport, prompting an emergency evacuation using slides on April 21. No injuries were reported, as passengers and crew swiftly evacuated the aircraft.

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

Engine Fire Forces Evacuation of Delta Airbus A330 at Orlando Airport

GlobalAir.com

Illinois Plane Crash Raises Concerns Over Small Aircraft Safety A Cessna Skywagon crashed in Illinois after hitting powerlines, claiming four lives. With small aircraft involved in 94% of US aviation fatalities, the FAA and NTSB's investigation may prompt renewed focus on safety protocols and accident prevention.

2025-04-21T06:40:51.323288-07:00

Illinois Plane Crash Raises Concerns Over Small Aircraft Safety

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Increasing Drone Sightings Near US Airports Heighten Airliner Safety Concerns A commercial airliner on its final approach to San Francisco International Airport encountered a drone, highlighting a growing risk of near-misses with drones at major US airports. This incident underscores ongoing challenges in managing unauthorized UAV operations in airspace shared with passenger flights.

2025-04-20T21:27:22.027906-07:00

Increasing Drone Sightings Near US Airports Heighten Airliner Safety Concerns

CNN

Recent Aviation Incidents Fuel Safety Concerns Amid Rising Public Anxiety A series of aviation incidents, including a collision between a commercial plane and an Army helicopter, a jet roll on landing, and a fatal helicopter crash, have heightened public safety concerns. These events underscore the pressing need for enhanced safety protocols in the aviation industry.

2025-04-17T17:15:35.327437-07:00

Recent Aviation Incidents Fuel Safety Concerns Amid Rising Public Anxiety

AVweb

US Transportation Secretary Addresses ATC Retirement Age Amid Staffing Concerns Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is scrutinizing the current retirement policy for air traffic controllers, advocating for changes to combat staffing shortages. The Trump administration is expected to explore potential reforms to ensure safety and efficiency within the national air traffic control system.

2025-04-17T15:43:47.367796-07:00

US Transportation Secretary Addresses ATC Retirement Age Amid Staffing Concerns

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Frontier Airlines A321neo Incident Leads to San Juan Airport Runway Closure A Frontier Airlines A321neo experienced a severe landing incident on April 15 in San Juan, resulting in nose gear damage and engine flames during a go-around. This prompted the closure of the airport's runways and will be investigated by the NTSB.

2025-04-17T06:23:56.319273-07:00

Frontier Airlines A321neo Incident Leads to San Juan Airport Runway Closure

The Air Current

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Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC Archer Aviation, in partnership with United Airlines, announced plans to develop an electric air taxi network in New York City. The eVTOL network aims to reduce travel time between Manhattan and major airports to just five minutes, potentially transforming airport commutes and urban mobility.

2025-04-17T05:32:21.779193-07:00

Archer and United Airlines to Introduce Electric Air Taxis in NYC

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