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fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

7 Ways Private Aviation Boosts C-Suite Productivity

Private aviation significantly enhances business travel efficiency by reducing travel time and allowing flexibility in scheduling.
#flight-safety
Humor
fromDefector
3 days ago

"Strong Fish Smell In Cabin," And Other Pilot-To-Ground Texts | Defector

Pilots are skilled professionals who use technology like ACARS for communication and reporting during flights.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Man left with serious injuries after falling from plane' at Manchester Airport

The Independent covers critical stories in the US, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

Flight Attendants Reveal the Dirtiest Spots Inside Plane Cabins-and the 10 Items You Shouldn't Fly Without

Airplanes are often dirty, with many surfaces contaminated due to high passenger turnover and inadequate cleaning between flights.
fromInc
1 week ago

This Airline Is Hiring a Freelancer for its New Marketing Campaign. The Position Has 1 Unusual Requirement

Icelandair wants to find a terrible amateur photographer, someone with no professional training or experience—and no real interest in gaining any of those skills.
Photography
Public health
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The FAA is encouraging gamers to get jobs in air traffic control

The FAA is targeting gamers in its recruitment for air traffic controllers due to a shortage of personnel.
fromTNW | Drones
1 week ago

Joby and Air Space Intelligence team up to manage US electric air taxi skies

Joby Aviation and Air Space Intelligence announced a partnership to integrate AI-driven airspace management into U.S. electric air taxi operations, using ASI's Flyways AI platform to model high-density eVTOL traffic before commercial flights begin later this year.
European startups
US news
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Plane Makes Emergency Highway Landing in Pennsylvania

A small plane made an emergency landing on Interstate 78 in Pennsylvania, causing significant traffic delays but leaving the pilot and passenger unharmed.
US politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 weeks ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.
#aviation-safety
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
World news

Divert, turn back or fly around: what it's like to be a pilot when missiles start crossing your flight path

Commercial pilots navigating Middle East conflicts face unprecedented airspace congestion and routing chaos, requiring rapid decision-making with limited maneuvering options and heightened safety risks.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
World news

UK regulator asks Air India why Boeing with fuel switch issue was cleared to fly

A Boeing Dreamliner experienced fuel control switch failures on an Air India flight from Heathrow to Bangalore, prompting safety checks and regulatory scrutiny.
Austin
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

FAA tightens safety rules for helicopters and planes around major airports

The FAA suspended visual separation procedures between helicopters and planes in congested airspace around major airports, requiring radar-based separation instead following a deadly collision and recent close calls.
#airport-security
Washington DC
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How architects design airports to handle superlong security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports result from TSA worker shortages and increased traveler numbers, prompting airports to adapt design for better management.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How architects design airports to handle superlong security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports result from TSA worker shortages and increased traveler numbers, prompting airports to adapt design for better management.
#travel-tips
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
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Flight Attendants With 10+ Years of Experience Say to Always Pack These 14 Carry-on Essentials 'Just in Case'

Preparation is essential for smooth travel, with seasoned travelers packing for unexpected events and delays.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago
Travel

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus, 9 Tips to Do It Right

Avoiding common check-in mistakes can significantly reduce delays at the airport.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

Flight Attendants With 10+ Years of Experience Say to Always Pack These 14 Carry-on Essentials 'Just in Case'

Preparation is essential for smooth travel, with seasoned travelers packing for unexpected events and delays.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus, 9 Tips to Do It Right

Avoiding common check-in mistakes can significantly reduce delays at the airport.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

UK aviation regulator rejects Heathrow's plans to significantly raise landing fees

Selina Chadha, group director of consumer markets at the CAA, stated, 'Our primary duty is to protect consumers and at the heart of today's proposals is doing the right thing for passengers using Heathrow airport, while supporting sustainable growth, investment, and efficiency.'
UK news
Public health
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Elderly people should be SEPARATED on flights to speed up evacuations

Elderly passengers should be distributed evenly on flights to enhance emergency evacuation efficiency.
Madrid food
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

Qatar Airways has issued updates on flight operations to the Middle East - here's everything you need to know

Qatar Airways has parked 17 planes in Spain due to the US-Iran conflict and ongoing airspace restrictions.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

An air traffic controller was juggling extra roles during the LaGuardia plane crash

NTSB raises concerns about staffing procedures related to the LaGuardia plane crash, highlighting systemic issues in air traffic control.
#air-canada
Canada news
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Passengers acted quickly to escape an Air Canada jet after a collision with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Fatal ground collision at New York's LaGuardia Airport

An Air Canada Express jet collided with a ground vehicle at LaGuardia, resulting in fatalities and injuries, leading to airport closure.
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

2 pilots dead at LaGuardia Airport after Air Canada plane crashed into fire truck

An Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in two pilot fatalities and multiple injuries among passengers.
Canada news
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Passengers acted quickly to escape an Air Canada jet after a collision with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Fatal ground collision at New York's LaGuardia Airport

An Air Canada Express jet collided with a ground vehicle at LaGuardia, resulting in fatalities and injuries, leading to airport closure.
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

2 pilots dead at LaGuardia Airport after Air Canada plane crashed into fire truck

An Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in two pilot fatalities and multiple injuries among passengers.
New York City
fromBenzinga
3 weeks ago

Air Canada Plane Hits Ground Vehicle At LaGuardia, Airport Shuts Down: Report

A collision between an aircraft and a Port Authority vehicle in New York has resulted in four injuries, including the pilot and copilot.
#air-travel
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Simple Mistake Is the Quickest Way to Annoy a Flight Attendant-and It Could Make Getting Off the Plane Slower, Too

Passengers should place luggage wheels-first in overhead bins to minimize germs and facilitate easier deplaning.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Simple Mistake Is the Quickest Way to Annoy a Flight Attendant-and It Could Make Getting Off the Plane Slower, Too

Passengers should place luggage wheels-first in overhead bins to minimize germs and facilitate easier deplaning.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

When Warning Lights Flash Red

President Trump's deployment of ICE agents at airports highlights governance failures amid rising air traffic safety concerns and recent aviation tragedies.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London City Airport wants to allow larger planes to use the airport

London City Airport proposes a shallower aircraft descent angle to accommodate larger, quieter aircraft, reducing flights by 76,000 over 12 years while maintaining existing flight paths.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Drone strike hits Dubai airport, a major global hub, sparking huge fire

An Iranian drone attack ignited a fuel tank at Dubai International Airport, causing a massive fire and forcing flight suspensions at one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.
fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago

I've been on the longest flight in the world - here's what I brought to make it more comfortable

The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.
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Gadgets
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Is Using Airplane Mode on Flights Still Necessary?

Airplane mode is required by the FAA to prevent potential radio frequency interference with aircraft instruments, though actual risk is minimal and primarily concerns takeoff and landing phases.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Whitehall drops 100K to keep airport model from crashing

The module is part of the National Aviation Passenger Allocation Model, or NAPAM, which forecasts passenger airport choices. It consists of about 10,000 lines of code written in a Microsoft .NET C++ environment with Excel used for data input and output. It carries out iterative calculations until these hit a set value such as an airport's maximum number of passengers.
UK politics
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation's Air Battle Continues

Archer Aviation sued Joby Aviation for government fraud and concealing Chinese ties, escalating legal conflict between leading eVTOL competitors amid regulatory scrutiny and federal grant competition.
Canada news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Plane and ground vehicle collide at New York's LaGuardia Airport halting flights

LaGuardia Airport is closed after an Air Canada plane collided with a firefighting vehicle, causing significant damage and injuries.
fromConde Nast Traveler
4 weeks ago

I've Been On the Longest Flight in the World-Here's What I Brought to Make it More Comfortable

The longest flight in the world-the 19-hour non-stop from New York's JFK to Singapore's Changi airport-is no easy feat. It was me, myself, and I against 9,537 miles in the air, on my way to the glitzy Lion City for a reporting trip. The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.
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fromTravel + Leisure
4 weeks ago

These Are the Most Obvious Signs That You Are a Frequent Flier, According to Flight Attendants

Flight attendants identify frequent fliers through behavioral cues and loyalty markers rather than appearance or luggage quality, with confidence, demeanor, and status indicators being the primary tells.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Airports embrace AI to manage growing global passenger traffic

Airports deploy AI across passenger flow, baggage, maintenance, biometrics and cybersecurity to improve efficiency, predict congestion, and enhance customer experience amid rising passenger volumes.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

Flying has turned into a fiasco

Airport security lines reach three hours due to TSA agent shortage from government shutdown, coinciding with Spring Break travel surge and regional flight disruptions from Middle East tensions.
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Early warning alerts to reduce knock-on disruption in aviation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Advance Flight Delay Notification API gives airports early visibility of potential flight delays, enabling proactive adjustments to reduce operational disruption, costs, and missed connections.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Is Your Airplane Wi-Fi Really Safe? Security Experts Weigh In

In-flight Wi-Fi is roughly on par with hotel or airport Wi-Fi. It's not automatically unsafe, but it's not something you should blindly trust either. You're on a shared network with hundreds of other people, and you don't know how well it's segmented or monitored.
Privacy technologies
Science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Watch the moment pilot lands a plane on a TRAIN travelling at 75mph

Dario Costa landed a Zivko Edge 540 on a cargo train traveling at 75mph, briefly touching down then immediately taking off, requiring precise timing and aerodynamic control.
Gadgets
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

After 30+ Years of Travel, My Mom Swears by These 15 Ways to Fly More Comfortably-and Now I Do, Too

Choosing a few smart, comfortable travel essentials—like a Kindle, soft cardigan, Spanx pants, and supportive sneakers—turns stressful flights into smooth arrivals.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Airlines are being forced into huge, hourslong diversions to avoid flying over Iran - with some planes even needing to refuel

A Eurowings spokesperson told Business Insider that its owner, the Lufthansa Group, decided not to fly over Iranian or Iraqi airspace as a precautionary measure. They added that the refueling stop was "due to a longer flight distance and stronger headwinds on the alternative route at the time." "In the event of such refueling, we inform our passengers accordingly before departure in Dubai," they said.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Airbus is making a new handheld tablet for helicopters to act as a hub for drone teams

"We were completely controlling the drone from the helicopter. For us, it's of course unique. Today, what we performed is a world first," Gerin-Roze told reporters on Thursday at the Singapore Airshow. The software is part of Airbus' contribution to the surging industry for drone wingmen, which the world's biggest aircraft manufacturers are betting will be the future of air warfare.
Gadgets
World news
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

These Are The Safest Airlines In the World, According to Expert Data

Etihad was ranked the safest full-service airline worldwide for 2026, becoming the first Gulf carrier to top AirlineRatings.com's annual safety list.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Trump Department Responsible for Airline Safety Using AI to Write New Regulations, So They Can Be Churned Out as Fast as Possible

"exciting new AI tools available to DOT rule writers to help us do our job better and faster."
US politics
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Airline groundings expose depth of world travel's reliance on Gulf corridor

Emirates restarted operations after week-long closures from US-Israel-Iran conflict, resuming 11 daily UK flights and 83 total destinations, though full network recovery remains uncertain.
Gadgets
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I flew an Airbus A350 flight simulator in turbulence and emergencies to see how pilots train

Airline pilots undergo extensive, ongoing simulator-based training to replicate real flights and rehearse rare, high-risk emergency scenarios before carrying passengers.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

JetBlue engine failure on takeoff at Newark airport disrupts air traffic

A JetBlue Airbus A320 suffered an engine failure and smoke on takeoff at Newark, returned for an emergency landing, and evacuated on slides with no injuries.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

9 Simple Ways to Make Your Next Flight Better, According to Flight Attendants

Flight attendants recommend researching aircraft specifications, luggage policies, and packing strategically to reduce airport stress and improve overall flying experience.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Private jet with 8 aboard crashes on takeoff in Maine, FAA says

A Bombardier Challenger 600 carrying eight people crashed on takeoff at Bangor International Airport during a major winter storm; FAA and NTSB are investigating.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

These Are the Best (and Worst) Months to Fly to Avoid Delays

September had the lowest flight disruption rate at 18.3%, while July, June, and December had the highest rates around 30-31%, with specific days like November 30 reaching 47.5% disruptions.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Flight Attendants and Pilots Use These 4 Phrases on Board to Signal Emergencies-Here's What to Listen For

Aviation crews use coded language like 'Code 300' and 'Angel' to discreetly communicate medical emergencies and deaths without causing passenger panic.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is What Actually Happens When You Flush an Airplane Toilet

Airplane toilets use vacuum mechanisms to suck waste into holding tanks, eliminating the need for water and making them safe and odor-minimized during flight.
Travel
fromMail Online
2 months ago

The unusual reason why fizzy drinks are used to clean planes' windows

Pilots sometimes use soda water or sparkling water to clean aircraft windshields because carbonic acid and carbonation remove bugs and grime without damaging coatings.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Here's Why Your Airport Gate Can Change at the Last Minute, According to Aviation Experts

Gate changes, especially those sprung on travellers at the last minute, are a real pain point in air travel. The primary drivers are usually a last-minute aircraft swap due to a mechanical issue or an unexpected delay on an inbound flight occupying the planned gate.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

The One Place You Should Never Store Your Carry-on Bag on a Plane

"Storing your bag behind you often means you'll be forced to wait for nearly every other passenger to deplane before you can reach it. That can turn what should be a swift exit into a slow, frustrating slog,"
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is the Smartest Way to Time Your Airport Arrival, According to Airline Experts

arrive two hours prior to scheduled departure for domestic flights and three hours prior to scheduled departure for international flights.
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fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus 9 Tips to Do It Right

Use mobile airline apps, a digital luggage scale, and a travel document organizer to prevent overweight bags, missing IDs, and long check-in delays.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This Is the Worst Seat on a Plane for Your Skin, According to a Former Flight Attendant

Seat choice influences skin hydration: window, front, and rear seats increase moisture loss while bulkhead and over-wing seats better stabilize skin moisture.
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The Airports With the Strongest Flight Networks in the World

OAG's Megahubs 2025 ranking reveals how well an international airport has connected you to the rest of the globe last year, based on a simple but telling comparison: These unique rankings are generated by comparing the number of scheduled connections to and from international flights with the number of destinations served from the airport.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I'm a Former Gate Agent, and These Are the 11 Carry-on Mistakes That Slow Down Boarding Every Single Time

Prepared passengers with appropriately sized carry-ons, organized essentials, and ready boarding passes speed boarding, reduce aisle congestion, and lower stress for everyone.
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