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Air travel will be 'worse' this summer, lawmakers warn - as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues

Flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen due to insufficient air traffic controllers and outdated infrastructure, necessitating immediate overhaul efforts.

Air Traffic Controller Arrested in Incident at Reagan National Tower

An air traffic controller was arrested for assault and battery at Ronald Reagan National Airport, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in aviation.

FAA directs New York helicopter tour company to shut down after fatalities over Hudson River

The FAA has shut down New York Helicopter Tours following a tragic crash that killed six people.

Exclusive | Confessions of an air traffic controller: 'Avoid Newark like the plague'

Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant operational challenges due to understaffing and technical issues, leading to numerous flight disruptions.

Air traffic controllers express frustration over the relocation decision, which they believe has exacerbated safety and efficiency problems. Local airports are considered safer.

fromwww.npr.org

A Newark air traffic controller on how it felt when systems went dark

Air traffic controllers expressed shock and frustration over recurring equipment failures at Newark airspace facility.

Washington DC

Hotline connecting Pentagon with DC's Ronald Reagan airport has been 'inoperable' for over 3 years: FAA

An inoperable hotline between the Pentagon and air traffic control went unnoticed for nearly a year until a tragic accident brought it to light.

Washington DC

Air travel will be 'worse' this summer, lawmakers warn - as FAA gives infuriating update on system fixes, staffing issues

Flight delays and cancellations are expected to worsen due to insufficient air traffic controllers and outdated infrastructure, necessitating immediate overhaul efforts.

Air Traffic Controller Arrested in Incident at Reagan National Tower

An air traffic controller was arrested for assault and battery at Ronald Reagan National Airport, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in aviation.

FAA directs New York helicopter tour company to shut down after fatalities over Hudson River

The FAA has shut down New York Helicopter Tours following a tragic crash that killed six people.

Exclusive | Confessions of an air traffic controller: 'Avoid Newark like the plague'

Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant operational challenges due to understaffing and technical issues, leading to numerous flight disruptions.

Air traffic controllers express frustration over the relocation decision, which they believe has exacerbated safety and efficiency problems. Local airports are considered safer.

fromwww.npr.org

A Newark air traffic controller on how it felt when systems went dark

Air traffic controllers expressed shock and frustration over recurring equipment failures at Newark airspace facility.

FAA closes Blue Origin and SpaceX mishap investigations

The FAA has closed investigations into SpaceX's Starship Flight 7 explosion and Blue Origin's New Glenn-1 failure after verifying corrective actions.

Toronto startup

FAA green-lights Starship launches every other week from Starbase

SpaceX can now conduct up to 25 Starship launches annually after FAA approval, significantly increasing its launch capacity.

Next week's SpaceX Starship test awaits FAA authorization

Elon Musk claims the next Starship launch could occur as early as May 21, pending FAA approval.

FAA: Airplanes should stay far away from SpaceX's next Starship launch

FAA approves SpaceX's next Starship test flight after meeting safety requirements.

Previous failures delayed Starship development, now aiming for a successful launch.

2 days ago

SF parents

The FAA is taking extra precautions for SpaceX's next Starship test flight

fromTechCrunch

European startups

SpaceX's Starship cleared to return to flight with expanded 'hazard areas' | TechCrunch

OMG science

FAA closes Blue Origin and SpaceX mishap investigations

The FAA has closed investigations into SpaceX's Starship Flight 7 explosion and Blue Origin's New Glenn-1 failure after verifying corrective actions.

Toronto startup

FAA green-lights Starship launches every other week from Starbase

SpaceX can now conduct up to 25 Starship launches annually after FAA approval, significantly increasing its launch capacity.

Next week's SpaceX Starship test awaits FAA authorization

Elon Musk claims the next Starship launch could occur as early as May 21, pending FAA approval.

FAA: Airplanes should stay far away from SpaceX's next Starship launch

FAA approves SpaceX's next Starship test flight after meeting safety requirements.

Previous failures delayed Starship development, now aiming for a successful launch.

2 days ago

SF parents

The FAA is taking extra precautions for SpaceX's next Starship test flight

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European startups

SpaceX's Starship cleared to return to flight with expanded 'hazard areas' | TechCrunch

I'm a pilot - here's the disastrous truth about flying out of Newark Airport

Newark Airport is facing major disruptions due to delays, cancellations, and air traffic control issues.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Why are the number of flights reduced at Newark airport in the US?

The FAA has mandated a significant reduction in airport operations to alleviate congestion at Newark Liberty.

fromThe Manual

Why you don't want to travel through this NYC airport

Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant delays due to technology failures and air traffic controller shortages.

Los Angeles

Smoke billows on LAX runway after flight aborts takeoff over 'unstable nose wheel'

NYC politics

Travelers Face Delays as Newark Airport Chaos Enters Second Week

2 days ago

I'm a pilot - here's the disastrous truth about flying out of Newark Airport

Newark Airport is facing major disruptions due to delays, cancellations, and air traffic control issues.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Why are the number of flights reduced at Newark airport in the US?

The FAA has mandated a significant reduction in airport operations to alleviate congestion at Newark Liberty.

fromThe Manual

Why you don't want to travel through this NYC airport

Newark Liberty International Airport is facing significant delays due to technology failures and air traffic controller shortages.

Los Angeles

Smoke billows on LAX runway after flight aborts takeoff over 'unstable nose wheel'

NYC politics

Travelers Face Delays as Newark Airport Chaos Enters Second Week

As few as 3 radar controllers monitored Newark's airspace Monday night, FAA says

The FAA is facing staffing shortages, leading to inadequate air traffic control at Newark Airport.

fromThe Washington Post

Newark air traffic control loses contact with pilots in second outage

Newark Liberty International Airport radar systems suffered a 90-second outage, raising safety concerns and highlighting systemic issues.

FAA vows to accelerate Newark airport fixes - as Trump plans to overhaul air traffic control

The FAA is accelerating plans to upgrade Newark Liberty International Airport's air traffic control system following significant technical issues.

4 days ago

FAA imposes Newark flight cuts in a bid to reduce congestion and delays for passengers

FAA reduces Newark airport flights due to delays caused by construction, staffing shortages, and equipment outages.

NYC parents

What's happening at Newark airport? Update on flight cancellations and delays as travel chaos continues

NYC startup

How the United Airlines brand is managing air traffic turbulence

fromwww.npr.org

As few as 3 radar controllers monitored Newark's airspace Monday night, FAA says

The FAA is facing staffing shortages, leading to inadequate air traffic control at Newark Airport.

fromThe Washington Post

Newark air traffic control loses contact with pilots in second outage

Newark Liberty International Airport radar systems suffered a 90-second outage, raising safety concerns and highlighting systemic issues.

FAA vows to accelerate Newark airport fixes - as Trump plans to overhaul air traffic control

The FAA is accelerating plans to upgrade Newark Liberty International Airport's air traffic control system following significant technical issues.

4 days ago

FAA imposes Newark flight cuts in a bid to reduce congestion and delays for passengers

FAA reduces Newark airport flights due to delays caused by construction, staffing shortages, and equipment outages.

NYC parents

What's happening at Newark airport? Update on flight cancellations and delays as travel chaos continues

NYC startup

How the United Airlines brand is managing air traffic turbulence

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5 days ago

iPhones are on the menu for Amazon drone delivery

The Federal Aviation Authority has approved Amazon's Prime Air drones to deliver lithium ion battery products like iPhones, aiming for rapid delivery within 60 minutes.

European startups

What's Behind the Newark Airport Fiasco

The FAA faces a crisis due to understaffing and outdated technology, risking air safety and leading to near misses and collisions.

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.

SF politics

Bill tries to end supersonic speed limits in the US skies

A bipartisan bill aims to permit quiet supersonic flight over the continental US after 52 years, pending FAA's compliance.

The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act allows for controlled supersonic flight while mitigating sonic booms.

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Los Angeles

California flight disrupted after passenger allegedly 'bit another person'

fromThe New Yorker

NYC startup

Protecting the National Airspace, Post-DOGE

Remodel

Passenger's bathroom nightmare is turning into another headache for Boeing

US politics

fromThe Atlantic

What's Behind the Newark Airport Fiasco

The FAA faces a crisis due to understaffing and outdated technology, risking air safety and leading to near misses and collisions.

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.

SF politics

Bill tries to end supersonic speed limits in the US skies

A bipartisan bill aims to permit quiet supersonic flight over the continental US after 52 years, pending FAA's compliance.

The Supersonic Aviation Modernization Act allows for controlled supersonic flight while mitigating sonic booms.

fromSFGATE

Los Angeles

California flight disrupted after passenger allegedly 'bit another person'

fromThe New Yorker

NYC startup

Protecting the National Airspace, Post-DOGE

Remodel

Passenger's bathroom nightmare is turning into another headache for Boeing

Nobody's Been Fired?' Senate Dem Stunned Trump Admin Didn't Punish Anyone For Pushing All Air Traffic Controls to Quit

Sen. Murray criticized Secretary Duffy for sending emails encouraging air traffic controllers to resign, highlighting the issues of morale and communication within the FAA.

fromCbsnews

NYC parents

Newark Liberty Airport could be limited to 56 flights per hour through mid June

Retirement

Exclusive | Air traffic controllers' union throws wrench in Sean Duffy's bid to boost hiring: sources

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Tech industry

Officials plan to revamp the US air traffic control system. Here's a breakdown by the numbers

3 weeks ago

Tech industry

FAA offers $10,000 bonuses to hire new air traffic controllers

fromwww.mediaite.com

Nobody's Been Fired?' Senate Dem Stunned Trump Admin Didn't Punish Anyone For Pushing All Air Traffic Controls to Quit

Sen. Murray criticized Secretary Duffy for sending emails encouraging air traffic controllers to resign, highlighting the issues of morale and communication within the FAA.

fromCbsnews

NYC parents

Newark Liberty Airport could be limited to 56 flights per hour through mid June

Retirement

Exclusive | Air traffic controllers' union throws wrench in Sean Duffy's bid to boost hiring: sources

fromBrooklyn Eagle

Tech industry

Officials plan to revamp the US air traffic control system. Here's a breakdown by the numbers

3 weeks ago

Tech industry

FAA offers $10,000 bonuses to hire new air traffic controllers

TSA just banned this popular travel necessity from checked luggage

Portable chargers and lithium batteries must now be in carry-on luggage only.

Are We All Suffering From Moral Injury?

Moral injury afflicts those whose core beliefs and values are violated during traumatic events.

Air traffic controllers at Newark faced psychological trauma due to equipment failure and operational stress.

Atlanta Falcons

Travel woes continue at Newark, Atlanta airports after air traffic control equipment failures

Air traffic control failures led to over 450 flight delays at major US airports, particularly affecting Newark and Atlanta.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Equipment issue again disrupts air traffic at Newark Liberty airport in New Jersey: FAA

Newark Liberty experienced air traffic control disruptions due to an equipment issue, leading to a temporary ground stop.

Exclusive | US experiences 1,000 air traffic control failures each week because of ancient equipment - with 'more and more' expected, insiders say

The FAA's air traffic control systems face 1,000 equipment failures per week, necessitating urgent reforms to prevent future disruptions.

Really a mess': America's air traffic control system suffering from years of neglect

Recent communication failures at Newark Airport spotlight serious safety issues in US air traffic control.

US politics

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.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Are We All Suffering From Moral Injury?

Moral injury afflicts those whose core beliefs and values are violated during traumatic events.

Air traffic controllers at Newark faced psychological trauma due to equipment failure and operational stress.

Atlanta Falcons

Travel woes continue at Newark, Atlanta airports after air traffic control equipment failures

Air traffic control failures led to over 450 flight delays at major US airports, particularly affecting Newark and Atlanta.

fromABC7 Los Angeles

Equipment issue again disrupts air traffic at Newark Liberty airport in New Jersey: FAA

Newark Liberty experienced air traffic control disruptions due to an equipment issue, leading to a temporary ground stop.

Exclusive | US experiences 1,000 air traffic control failures each week because of ancient equipment - with 'more and more' expected, insiders say

The FAA's air traffic control systems face 1,000 equipment failures per week, necessitating urgent reforms to prevent future disruptions.

Really a mess': America's air traffic control system suffering from years of neglect

Recent communication failures at Newark Airport spotlight serious safety issues in US air traffic control.

US politics

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.

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San Francisco

fromABC7 San Francisco

2 United Airlines planes clip wings on ground overnight at SFO, FAA says

A United Airlines collision occurred on the ground at San Francisco International Airport, involving two planes but resulting in no injuries.

#national-security

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US news

Ex-FAA Contractor Admits to Sharing Private Info About U.S. Airports as Agent of Iran

US news

Former FAA contractor pleads guilty to spying for Iran, sharing private info on US airports, energy industry

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Ex-FAA Contractor Admits to Sharing Private Info About U.S. Airports as Agent of Iran

Former FAA contractor Abouzar Rahmati acted as an agent of Iran, sharing sensitive U.S. solar energy information with Iranian officials.

Former FAA contractor pleads guilty to spying for Iran, sharing private info on US airports, energy industry

A US citizen conspired with Iranian officials, unlawfully gathering sensitive information while working as an FAA contractor from 2017 to 2024.

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N.Y.C. Helicopter Company Shuts Operations After Deadly Crash, F.A.A. Says

New York Helicopter Tours has ceased operations following a fatal crash, highlighting safety concerns and prompting federal investigations.

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FAA says company whose NYC sightseeing chopper crashed, killing 6, is ceasing operations immediately

New York Helicopter Tours has ceased operations following a fatal crash on the Hudson River while investigations continue.

Exclusive | Sen. Schumer calls for FAA to revoke license for helicopter company in Hudson River crash that killed 6

Sen. Schumer is calling for the FAA to revoke New York Helicopter's license due to safety concerns following a tragic crash.

fromAol

New York helicopter tour operator behind fatal crash shuts down

New York Helicopter Tours shut down after a fatal crash that killed six people, with an investigation launched into its safety practices.

New York Helicopter Tours shuts down after Hudson River crash that killed 6: FAA

New York Helicopter Tours is shutting down operations following a deadly helicopter crash.

The FAA is reviewing the operator's license and safety record.

New York Rangers

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NYC helicopter tour company shuts down after Hudson River crash that killed 6: FAA

New York Helicopter Tours is ceasing operations following a fatal crash that killed all six aboard, pending investigation by FAA and NTSB.

N.Y.C. Helicopter Company Shuts Operations After Deadly Crash, F.A.A. Says

New York Helicopter Tours has ceased operations following a fatal crash, highlighting safety concerns and prompting federal investigations.

fromABC11 Raleigh-Durham

FAA says company whose NYC sightseeing chopper crashed, killing 6, is ceasing operations immediately

New York Helicopter Tours has ceased operations following a fatal crash on the Hudson River while investigations continue.

Exclusive | Sen. Schumer calls for FAA to revoke license for helicopter company in Hudson River crash that killed 6

Sen. Schumer is calling for the FAA to revoke New York Helicopter's license due to safety concerns following a tragic crash.

fromAol

New York helicopter tour operator behind fatal crash shuts down

New York Helicopter Tours shut down after a fatal crash that killed six people, with an investigation launched into its safety practices.

New York Helicopter Tours shuts down after Hudson River crash that killed 6: FAA

New York Helicopter Tours is shutting down operations following a deadly helicopter crash.

The FAA is reviewing the operator's license and safety record.

New York Rangers

fromFox News

NYC helicopter tour company shuts down after Hudson River crash that killed 6: FAA

New York Helicopter Tours is ceasing operations following a fatal crash that killed all six aboard, pending investigation by FAA and NTSB.

more#helicopter-crash

fromNBC4 Washington

NYC helicopter company shuts down after deadly Hudson River crash, FAA says

New York Helicopter Tours is shutting down operations following a fatal crash that killed six including a family of five from Spain.

Elon Musk Gets His Way, Private Jets Can Keep Their Flight Data Secret

The FAA has ruled private jets can keep flight data secret, reversing transparency for the wealthy.

Elon Musk's influence led to increased privacy for private jet owners.

fromTruthout

US politics

Calls Grow for Probe as Reports Say Musk's Starlink Will Do Business With FAA

Elon Musk faces scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest regarding FAA contracts linked to his business, Starlink.

Privacy technologies

fromsfist.com

Elon Musk Gets His Way, Private Jets Can Keep Their Flight Data Secret

The FAA has ruled private jets can keep flight data secret, reversing transparency for the wealthy.

Elon Musk's influence led to increased privacy for private jet owners.

fromTruthout

US politics

Calls Grow for Probe as Reports Say Musk's Starlink Will Do Business With FAA

The FAA hiding private jet details might not stop celebrity jet trackers

The FAA's new privacy process won't deter experienced jet trackers, according to Jack Sweeney.

Privacy technologies

Elon Musk and Taylor Swift can now hide details of their private jets

FAA now allows private aircraft owners to keep registration information confidential.

This change will complicate celebrity jet tracking efforts, impacting public knowledge of private flights.

Boston food

Plane crashes into house near Minneapolis, sending home up in flames: dramatic video

A small plane crash resulted in a fire destroying a home in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, but no injuries were reported.

fromLos Angeles Times