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JetBlue Fined $2 Million for Chronic Delays

The D.O.T. fined JetBlue $2 million for chronic flight delays, marking the first enforcement against an airline for this issue.

Expert focuses on structure close to runway plane skidded off

The Muan International Airport tragedy was caused by a concrete structure near the runway, not by the aircraft's landing gear failure.

American is adding 3 new longer-range routes from New York LaGuardia. They'll fly only once a week because of this rule.

American Airlines is set to launch new non-stop flights from LaGuardia to Montana and Canada, operating Saturdays only due to perimeter rule exemption.

Mayorkas says no known foreign involvement in mass drone sightings

Federal authorities found no foreign involvement in drone sightings but acknowledged rising public anxiety.
Enhanced capabilities are being sought to address concerns over drone activity.
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Mystery drones flying over New Jersey have residents and officials puzzled

Mysterious large drones are flying over New Jersey, causing concern among residents and officials, but their origin and purpose remain unknown.

Mystery drones fly near military base, Trump's golf course in New Jersey, FBI investigating

The FBI is investigating large drones spotted over New Jersey, raising safety and security concerns.

Mystery drones flying over New Jersey have residents and officials puzzled

Mysterious large drones are flying over New Jersey, causing concern among residents and officials, but their origin and purpose remain unknown.

Mystery drones fly near military base, Trump's golf course in New Jersey, FBI investigating

The FBI is investigating large drones spotted over New Jersey, raising safety and security concerns.
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Maligned budget airline to now target upscale customers

Frontier Airlines is moving away from the ultra-low-cost model by adding first-class seating and premium services.

Here's the real reason smartphones need to be on Airplane Mode

Smartphones can interfere with pilots' communication systems when not on Airplane Mode, causing distractions and potential issues during flight operations.

EVTOL startups just got a big lift from the US government | TechCrunch

Federal regulators have approved the integration of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft into U.S. airspace, benefiting the air taxi industry.

Flying cars are finally going to happen: The FAA just created the first new aircraft category in 80 years

FAA issues regulations for electric air taxis, recognizing them as new aircraft type to improve urban air transport.
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Urgent warning to Boeing operators: Your rudders may be faulty

Potential safety risks identified for Boeing 737 rudder components affecting over 40 foreign airlines, prompting urgent NTSB safety recommendations.

300 Boeing planes could have potentially fatal fault

The incident involving Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 losing a door plug highlighted issues with Boeing's quality control and safety protocols.

Urgent warning to Boeing operators: Your rudders may be faulty

Potential safety risks identified for Boeing 737 rudder components affecting over 40 foreign airlines, prompting urgent NTSB safety recommendations.

300 Boeing planes could have potentially fatal fault

The incident involving Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 losing a door plug highlighted issues with Boeing's quality control and safety protocols.
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FCC rule grants drone operators spectrum access for navigation

New FCC rules grant drones access to the 5 GHz spectrum to improve connectivity.

FAA orders 787 cockpit seat checks after rise in incidents

FAA mandates inspections of Boeing 787 cockpit seats after safety concerns regarding inadvertent movements during flight.
Uncommanded movements of cockpit seats can cause serious operational risks, leading to potential injuries and operational control issues.
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