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United CEO's 3-point plan to reduce delays and fix the air traffic control mess

United CEO Scott Kirby advocates for improved air traffic control through increased funding, staffing, technology, and facilities to reduce flight delays.

What Airplane Passengers Should Know About Flight Safety Amid Crashes

Recent months have seen a surge in airplane accidents, escalating public anxiety about flying safety.

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NBC News Speculates Toronto Crash Will Raise Concerns Over Trump's Effort' to Trim FAA Workforce Even Though It Happened in Canada

Concerns regarding FAA staffing and air traffic control are amplified by a recent plane incident in Toronto.

Two Planes, in Washington and Chicago, Abort Landings to Avoid Collisions

Two planes were forced to abort landings at Washington and Chicago airports to avoid collisions, highlighting airspace safety concerns.

fromWashington Post

Black Hawk crew might not have heard tower instructions, NTSB says

The Black Hawk crew likely did not receive critical air traffic control instructions before a fatal collision.

World news

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Aircraft accidents and what passengers can do to increase their safety in the air

Recent aviation accidents raise concerns about the industry's safety reputation despite advancements in aircraft design and safety protocols.

Tech industry

United CEO's 3-point plan to reduce delays and fix the air traffic control mess

United CEO Scott Kirby advocates for improved air traffic control through increased funding, staffing, technology, and facilities to reduce flight delays.

What Airplane Passengers Should Know About Flight Safety Amid Crashes

Recent months have seen a surge in airplane accidents, escalating public anxiety about flying safety.

Canada news

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NBC News Speculates Toronto Crash Will Raise Concerns Over Trump's Effort' to Trim FAA Workforce Even Though It Happened in Canada

Concerns regarding FAA staffing and air traffic control are amplified by a recent plane incident in Toronto.

Two Planes, in Washington and Chicago, Abort Landings to Avoid Collisions

Two planes were forced to abort landings at Washington and Chicago airports to avoid collisions, highlighting airspace safety concerns.

fromWashington Post

Black Hawk crew might not have heard tower instructions, NTSB says

The Black Hawk crew likely did not receive critical air traffic control instructions before a fatal collision.

NYC parents

Newark airport air traffic controller offers damning assessment: 'It is not safe. Don't fly into Newark'

Newark Liberty International Airport is deemed unsafe for travelers due to staff shortages and increasing delays.

2 days ago

NYC startup

United Airlines axes dozens of daily flights at Newark Airport over delays, FAA walk-offs: 'No other choice'

United Airlines canceled 35 daily round-trip flights at Newark due to FAA technology failures and staffing issues, impacting customers significantly.

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3 days ago

NYC parents

What Is Causing the Newark Airport Flight Delays?

Newark Airport is facing significant flight delays due to a combination of staffing shortages, equipment issues, runway construction, and adverse weather conditions.

3 hours ago

NYC parents

Newark air traffic controllers lost radar and comms for 90 seconds in horrifying FAA outage

A 90-second blackout caused by a copper wire failure led to substantial disruptions at Newark Airport, prompting trauma leave for controllers.

1 day ago

NYC parents

Newark Airport still reporting hundreds of delays and cancellations Sunday

Newark Airport faced over 300 flight delays and cancellations, driven by FAA staffing issues and runway construction.

9 hours ago

NYC politics

Newark Airport delays stretch into another week due to air traffic controller shortage

Newark Liberty International Airport faces significant delays due to air traffic controller shortages and equipment issues.

1 day ago

NYC parents

Newark airport air traffic controller offers damning assessment: 'It is not safe. Don't fly into Newark'

Newark Liberty International Airport is deemed unsafe for travelers due to staff shortages and increasing delays.

2 days ago

NYC startup

United Airlines axes dozens of daily flights at Newark Airport over delays, FAA walk-offs: 'No other choice'

United Airlines canceled 35 daily round-trip flights at Newark due to FAA technology failures and staffing issues, impacting customers significantly.

fromConde Nast Traveler

3 days ago

NYC parents

What Is Causing the Newark Airport Flight Delays?

Newark Airport is facing significant flight delays due to a combination of staffing shortages, equipment issues, runway construction, and adverse weather conditions.

3 hours ago

NYC parents

Newark air traffic controllers lost radar and comms for 90 seconds in horrifying FAA outage

A 90-second blackout caused by a copper wire failure led to substantial disruptions at Newark Airport, prompting trauma leave for controllers.

1 day ago

NYC parents

Newark Airport still reporting hundreds of delays and cancellations Sunday

Newark Airport faced over 300 flight delays and cancellations, driven by FAA staffing issues and runway construction.

9 hours ago

NYC politics

Newark Airport delays stretch into another week due to air traffic controller shortage

Newark Liberty International Airport faces significant delays due to air traffic controller shortages and equipment issues.

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2 days ago

NYC startup

United Airlines says it has 'no other choice' but to cancel flights from Newark airport

United Airlines cancels 35 daily flights from Newark due to air traffic control issues and facility limitations.

Elon Musk gets $2bn FAA contract in 'glaring conflict of interest'

Concerns over conflict of interest arise as FAA transfers a $2 billion contract to SpaceX.

Musk's call for overhauling air traffic control technology highlights potential risks.

Air Traffic Control Trainees to Get Raise of 30 Percent

FAA increases pay for air traffic controller trainees to boost recruitment and retention efforts.

Pay hike aims to address living costs for trainees.

Plans to improve hiring processes and upgrade outdated technology were discussed.

fromEngadget

FAA reportedly ordered staff to find millions of dollars to fund Starlink deal

FAA may replace $2.4 billion Verizon contract with Starlink after unusual verbal orders were given to find funds.

fromThe Verge

FAA staff reportedly ordered to find funding for deal with Musk's Starlink

FAA begins funding search for Starlink deal to enhance air traffic control communications.

Concerns are raised regarding conflicts of interest with Elon Musk's involvement.

Trump Nominates Bryan Bedford, Longtime Airlines Executive, to Lead FAA

Bryan Bedford's appointment as F.A.A. administrator aims to reform the agency and ensure safety in aviation.

US politics

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Democrats demand investigation into Musk over possible criminal corruption

Democrats call for an investigation into Elon Musk's actions related to the FAA and potential conflicts of interest regarding air traffic control contracts.

Tech industry

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Elon Musk gets $2bn FAA contract in 'glaring conflict of interest'

Concerns over conflict of interest arise as FAA transfers a $2 billion contract to SpaceX.

Musk's call for overhauling air traffic control technology highlights potential risks.

Air Traffic Control Trainees to Get Raise of 30 Percent

FAA increases pay for air traffic controller trainees to boost recruitment and retention efforts.

Pay hike aims to address living costs for trainees.

Plans to improve hiring processes and upgrade outdated technology were discussed.

fromEngadget

FAA reportedly ordered staff to find millions of dollars to fund Starlink deal

FAA may replace $2.4 billion Verizon contract with Starlink after unusual verbal orders were given to find funds.

fromThe Verge

FAA staff reportedly ordered to find funding for deal with Musk's Starlink

FAA begins funding search for Starlink deal to enhance air traffic control communications.

Concerns are raised regarding conflicts of interest with Elon Musk's involvement.

Trump Nominates Bryan Bedford, Longtime Airlines Executive, to Lead FAA

Bryan Bedford's appointment as F.A.A. administrator aims to reform the agency and ensure safety in aviation.

US politics

fromwww.theguardian.com

Democrats demand investigation into Musk over possible criminal corruption

Democrats call for an investigation into Elon Musk's actions related to the FAA and potential conflicts of interest regarding air traffic control contracts.

Arizona plane collision raises questions about air traffic control towers. Here's what to know

Pilot communication is crucial at airports without a tower, as shown by the recent midair collision incident at Marana Regional Airport.

Miscellaneous

fromeuronews

3 months ago

Recovery efforts continue after deadly midair collision in Washington

67 people died in a midair collision over the Potomac River involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter.

Washington DC

1 week ago

Army Blackhawk pilot in DC crash failed to heed flight instructor's command 15 seconds before deadly collision: report

Pilot error and communication failures were crucial factors in the deadly crash near Reagan International Airport.

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US news

American Airlines flight from Boston discontinues landing to avoid departing plane at D.C. airport

American Airlines Flight 2246 performed a precautionary go-around to avoid landing too close to another departing aircraft.

UK news

Fighter jets were alerted to intercept a plane when it stopped communicating - and the pilot got fined over $5,000

A pilot was fined for losing air traffic control communication, risking a security response from the Royal Air Force.

fromFast Company

Arizona plane collision raises questions about air traffic control towers. Here's what to know

Pilot communication is crucial at airports without a tower, as shown by the recent midair collision incident at Marana Regional Airport.

Miscellaneous

fromeuronews

3 months ago

Recovery efforts continue after deadly midair collision in Washington

67 people died in a midair collision over the Potomac River involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter.

Washington DC

1 week ago

Army Blackhawk pilot in DC crash failed to heed flight instructor's command 15 seconds before deadly collision: report

Pilot error and communication failures were crucial factors in the deadly crash near Reagan International Airport.

fromBoston.com

US news

American Airlines flight from Boston discontinues landing to avoid departing plane at D.C. airport

American Airlines Flight 2246 performed a precautionary go-around to avoid landing too close to another departing aircraft.

UK news

Fighter jets were alerted to intercept a plane when it stopped communicating - and the pilot got fined over $5,000

A pilot was fined for losing air traffic control communication, risking a security response from the Royal Air Force.

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2 weeks ago

London startup

London Gatwick is UK's worst airport for flight delays, figures show

London Gatwick is the UK's least punctual airport for the second consecutive year, with average flight delays exceeding 23 minutes.

London startup

Aviation Chaos Can Quickly Spiral, Despite Contingency Plans

Airlines must carefully manage complex disruptions to ensure smooth operations, accounting for passengers, aircraft, and crew over multiple days.

Retirement

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