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US DOT grants Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) two-year exemption for Guam–Philippines scheduled cargo route

The US Department of Transportation approved Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) (P9) a two-year exemption to operate scheduled cargo services between the US and the Philippines via intermediate points, extending through April 21, 2028. The authorization formalizes the carrier’s permitted routing structure for cross-border freighter operations.

2026-04-27T14:23:58.035179-07:00

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FAA set to collect first user fees for commercial launches and reentries under its U.S. licensing framework

2026-04-27T05:09:31.875937-07:00

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TSB warns West Coast helicopter operators on ongoing risks of inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IIMC

2026-04-27T05:35:42.673696-07:00

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Gama Aviation launches San Marino AOC, signals push into airliner growth

2026-04-27T04:51:03.487027-07:00

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US DOT grants Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) two-year exemption for Guam–Philippines scheduled cargo route The US Department of Transportation approved Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) (P9) a two-year exemption to operate scheduled cargo services between the US and the Philippines via intermediate points, extending through April 21, 2028. The authorization formalizes the carrier’s permitted routing structure for cross-border freighter operations.

2026-04-27T14:23:58.035179-07:00

US DOT grants Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) two-year exemption for Guam–Philippines scheduled cargo route

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TSB warns West Coast helicopter operators on ongoing risks of inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IIMC Canada’s Transportation Safety Board is warning that the danger of inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IIMC) remains present for helicopter operations. The TSB’s caution follows findings from a West Coast Helicopters accident report highlighting how quickly crews can encounter IMC outside intended conditions.

2026-04-27T05:35:42.673696-07:00

TSB warns West Coast helicopter operators on ongoing risks of inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IIMC

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FAA set to collect first user fees for commercial launches and reentries under its U.S. licensing framework The FAA is preparing to begin collecting user fees for commercial space launches and reentries for the first time, a shift that could generate millions of dollars annually. The move follows the FAA’s transition to 14 CFR Part 450, consolidating launch and reentry licensing into a single framework.

2026-04-27T05:09:31.875937-07:00

FAA set to collect first user fees for commercial launches and reentries under its U.S. licensing framework

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Gama Aviation launches San Marino AOC, signals push into airliner growth Gama Aviation has opened a San Marino AOC, positioning the carrier to expand its operational scope and capabilities. The move also sets up an ambition to pursue additional growth opportunities beyond its traditional charter/business aviation footprint, with the company explicitly targeting airliner expansion.

2026-04-27T04:51:03.487027-07:00

Gama Aviation launches San Marino AOC, signals push into airliner growth

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As 5G auction continues, Pentagon turns to safety planning

2026-04-27T04:34:26.598585-07:00

As 5G auction continues, Penta

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Pentagon safety planning for 5G rollout as FAA and industry raise interference concerns As the US 5G spectrum auction process continues, the Pentagon is turning to safety planning after the FAA and the commercial aviation community warned that 5G deployment could create interference risks for civil and military aircraft systems. The issue is tied to ongoing mitigation and airspace-safety coordination discussions.

2026-04-27T04:34:26.598585-07:00

Pentagon safety planning for 5G rollout as FAA and industry raise interference concerns

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USAF publishes AI-first 2026 data and AI strategies alongside a long-term strategic master plan The US Air Force has issued a long-term “strategic master plan” framework with future-growth benchmarks and released its 2026 AI and Data Strategies. The data strategy commits to an AI-first force model to sustain operational advantage against rivals.

2026-04-27T04:04:32.112429-07:00

USAF publishes AI-first 2026 data and AI strategies alongside a long-term strategic master plan

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Biman Bangladesh Airlines Boeing 787-9 deal: government approval expected Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ Boeing 787-9 order is approaching a key milestone, with government approval expected imminently in the carrier’s acquisition process. The move would add long-haul widebody capacity as the airline finalizes its Dreamliner transition plan.

2026-04-26T21:23:00.371746-07:00

Biman Bangladesh Airlines Boeing 787-9 deal: government approval expected

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US DOT grants Asia Pacific Airlines (Guam) two-year exemption for Guam–Philippines scheduled cargo route

FAA set to collect first user fees for commercial launches and reentries under its U.S. licensing framework

TSB warns West Coast helicopter operators on ongoing risks of inadvertent flight into instrument meteorological conditions (IIMC

Gama Aviation launches San Marino AOC, signals push into airliner growth

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