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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

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

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

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NASA to recompete Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) management contract amid broader agency realignment

2026-05-22T08:05:08.321587-07:00

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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

NASA

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NASA to recompete Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) management contract amid broader agency realignment NASA says it will compete the next contract for managing and operating its federally funded research and development center at JPL in Southern California, citing continued accountability and value for U.S. taxpayers. The move is framed as part of a larger NASA restructuring that could shift day-to-day control of the iconic center.

2026-05-22T08:05:08.321587-07:00

NASA to recompete Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) management contract amid broader agency realignment

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Air Astana seeks Kazakh state aid to launch US flights with Boeing 787-8 Air Astana is asking Kazakhstan for state support to enable new US operations, leveraging its Boeing 787-8 long-haul aircraft. The request underscores the airline’s dependence on government backing to underwrite route risk as it expands internationally.

2026-05-21T23:44:30.055644-07:00

Air Astana seeks Kazakh state aid to launch US flights with Boeing 787-8

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EU air connectivity stagnates in 2025 as regulators, high costs and Middle East risk squeeze capacity; BA cuts summer 2026 frequ European air connectivity “essentially flatlined” in 2025, with IATA citing just 1% net growth in routes linking Europe internally and to global markets amid high costs and onerous regulation. In parallel, Europe’s safety regulator is grounding its own airlines, while British Airways is cutting capacity to seven Middle East destinations for summer 2026.

2026-05-21T09:04:44.924711-07:00

EU air connectivity stagnates in 2025 as regulators, high costs and Middle East risk squeeze capacity; BA cuts summer 2026 frequ

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

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

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

NASA to recompete Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) management contract amid broader agency realignment

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