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Heathrow third-runway blueprint: expansion pitched to unlock five UK regional routes under an investor-confidence funding framew

New economic research says Heathrow’s proposed third runway could generate new connections to five key UK regional airports, while the CAA outlines future regulatory options for how Heathrow should be run. Airlines argue the hub is already too expensive as Heathrow seeks a stable framework to back expansion investment.

2026-05-24T10:05:14.485874-07:00

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Canada tribunal upholds blanket ban on flight attendants consuming cannabis on or off duty

2026-05-23T06:54:45.769963-07:00

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FAA proposes order addressing Pratt & Whitney PW4000 sensor durability flaw tied to tailpipe fires, in-flight shutdowns

2026-05-22T09:39:58.332708-07:00

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Air Canada cabin crew accuse Air Canada Rouge of exceeding a 50-aircraft cap in “unauthorized” fleet expansion

2026-05-22T21:40:46.307333-07:00

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Heathrow third-runway blueprint: expansion pitched to unlock five UK regional routes under an investor-confidence funding framew New economic research says Heathrow’s proposed third runway could generate new connections to five key UK regional airports, while the CAA outlines future regulatory options for how Heathrow should be run. Airlines argue the hub is already too expensive as Heathrow seeks a stable framework to back expansion investment.

2026-05-24T10:05:14.485874-07:00

Heathrow third-runway blueprint: expansion pitched to unlock five UK regional routes under an investor-confidence funding framew

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Canada tribunal upholds blanket ban on flight attendants consuming cannabis on or off duty An 80-page Canadian employment tribunal ruling finds that flight attendants are not permitted to consume cannabis, whether on duty or off duty. The decision follows a union challenge to a policy restricting crew members from smoking marijuana, with the tribunal concluding the ban is enforceable.

2026-05-23T06:54:45.769963-07:00

Canada tribunal upholds blanket ban on flight attendants consuming cannabis on or off duty

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Air Canada cabin crew accuse Air Canada Rouge of exceeding a 50-aircraft cap in “unauthorized” fleet expansion Air Canada flight attendants allege the carrier is illegally growing its cheaper leisure subsidiary, Air Canada Rouge, by increasing fleet size beyond a stated 50-aircraft cap. The dispute signals intensifying internal and compliance pressure as the airline pushes its leisure strategy.

2026-05-22T21:40:46.307333-07:00

Air Canada cabin crew accuse Air Canada Rouge of exceeding a 50-aircraft cap in “unauthorized” fleet expansion

Space Intel Report

Canada and Costa Rica regulators, with GSMA, confront direct-to-device (D2D) compliance for mobile-satellite (MSS) spectrum Telecom regulators in Canada and Costa Rica—countries whose coverage includes large terrestrial cellular gaps—are trying to set enforcement rules for satellite direct-to-device (D2D) services operating in mobile-satellite (MSS) spectrum, in coordination with the GSMA. Officials warn that weak oversight could enable a “Wild West” approach to compliance.

2026-05-22T12:40:32.605961-07:00

Canada and Costa Rica regulators, with GSMA, confront direct-to-device (D2D) compliance for mobile-satellite (MSS) spectrum

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MHI RJ Aviation Group readies ADS-B In retrofit for North American CRJ fleet amid potential US mandate MHI RJ Aviation Group says it is prepared to retrofit the North American CRJ regional jet fleet with ADS-B In “traffic situational awareness” technology, a capability it expects could be mandated for aircraft operating in the US. The OEM-backed retrofit offering aims to help operators avoid forced retirement as equipage timelines tighten.

2026-05-22T10:56:10.147843-07:00

MHI RJ Aviation Group readies ADS-B In retrofit for North American CRJ fleet amid potential US mandate

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CommuteAir seeks U.S. approval to conduct foreign charter operations US regional carrier CommuteAir has applied for approval to conduct foreign charter operations. The filing signals an attempt to expand beyond domestic flying by adding overseas charter capacity, which will require regulatory authorization and compliance alignment for cross-border market access.

2026-05-22T10:55:21.454249-07:00

CommuteAir seeks U.S. approval to conduct foreign charter operations

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FAA proposes order addressing Pratt & Whitney PW4000 sensor durability flaw tied to tailpipe fires, in-flight shutdowns The FAA has responded to a sensor durability problem affecting Pratt & Whitney PW4000 turbofans, after P&W issued service bulletins to address the concern. The issue has been linked to tailpipe fires and in-flight shutdowns, prompting an FAA proposed order.

2026-05-22T09:39:58.332708-07:00

FAA proposes order addressing Pratt & Whitney PW4000 sensor durability flaw tied to tailpipe fires, in-flight shutdowns

Space Intel Report

Panel at 6G Global Summit says US satellite direct-to-device market is too small—justifies a T-Mobile/AT&T/Verizon joint venture At the 6G Global Summit, GSMA speakers argued the US satellite direct-to-device market is small enough to warrant a joint venture among T-Mobile, AT&T and Verizon rather than independent carrier-led investments. The assessment frames D2D as a constrained, ecosystem-dependent business model in the US.

2026-05-22T09:11:59.783483-07:00

Panel at 6G Global Summit says US satellite direct-to-device market is too small—justifies a T-Mobile/AT&T/Verizon joint venture

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Heathrow third-runway blueprint: expansion pitched to unlock five UK regional routes under an investor-confidence funding framew

Canada tribunal upholds blanket ban on flight attendants consuming cannabis on or off duty

FAA proposes order addressing Pratt & Whitney PW4000 sensor durability flaw tied to tailpipe fires, in-flight shutdowns

Air Canada cabin crew accuse Air Canada Rouge of exceeding a 50-aircraft cap in “unauthorized” fleet expansion

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