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Reuters

U.S. admits liability for Jan. 29 Black Hawk–American Eagle midair collision near Reagan National that killed 67

The U.S. Justice Department has admitted federal liability for the Jan. 29, 2025 collision near Reagan National Airport that killed 67, acknowledging failures by the Army and FAA. DOJ said the Black Hawk crew failed to maintain visual separation and the tower controller did not follow FAA procedures.

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2025-12-17T16:17:20.828672-08:00
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Airbus

China Airlines orders five more Airbus A350-1000s

By Airbus: Taiwan’s China Airlines has placed a firm order for five additional Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, taking its total order for the type to 15.

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2025-12-18T04:22:09.520468-08:00
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thebulkheadseat.com • Profile Phpid=; Anthony Losanno

JetBlue opens first BlueHouse™ lounge at JFK Terminal 5

By thebulkheadseat.com: JetBlue announced the debut of its first airport lounge, BlueHouse™, last week. It officially opened at 5:00 AM ET today (inside Terminal 5 at New York John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK).

2025-12-18T06:43:59.542728-08:00