FAA Taps Gamers to Address Critical Air Traffic Controller Shortage
The FAA's gamer recruitment drive drew over 6,000 applicants in 12 hours, a key step in addressing a 3,500-controller shortage nationwide.
Apr 20, 20264 min
Regulatory
FAA Formalizes UAP Reporting as AARO Caseload Exceeds 2,000
The FAA has formalized UAP reporting procedures for pilots as the DoD's AARO now investigates over 2,000 cases, destigmatizing safety reports.
Apr 19, 20265 min
Uaps
FAA Hosts Chicago Job Fairs to Combat Air Traffic Controller Shortage
The FAA is hosting job fairs in Chicago to recruit air traffic controllers, aiming to address a national shortage that has led to flight reductions.
Apr 18, 20264 min
Regulatory
American Airlines A319 Avoids Truck Collision at Charlotte Airport
An American Airlines pilot averted a ground collision by braking to avoid a truck at Charlotte, intensifying safety concerns after a recent fatal LGA...
Apr 17, 20264 min
Safety
FAA Delays Decision on Boeing 777F Production Extension Past 2027
The FAA missed Boeing's May 1 deadline for a decision on extending 777F production, opening the request for public comment amid 777-8F delays.
Apr 17, 20265 min
Regulatory
NTSB Cites Systemic Failures in Fatal DCA Midair Collision Report
The NTSB's final report on the fatal 2025 DCA midair collision cites systemic FAA failures, issuing 50 safety recommendations after the crash killed 67.
Apr 17, 20265 min
Safety
FAA Orders Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare for Summer 2026
The FAA has ordered a 12% flight reduction at Chicago's O'Hare (ORD) for summer 2026, citing ATC staffing shortages and planned runway construction.
Apr 17, 20264 min
Regulatory
NTSB Sets May Hearing for Deadly UPS MD-11F Crash Investigation
The NTSB will hold a two-day hearing in May to determine the probable cause of the fatal November 2025 crash of a UPS MD-11F freighter in Louisville.
Apr 17, 20264 min
Safety
Boeing Hires 140 Workers Weekly to Boost Pacific Northwest Jet Production
Boeing is hiring up to 140 factory workers weekly in the Pacific Northwest to support higher 737 MAX production rates approved by the FAA.
Apr 16, 20264 min
Manufacturing
FAA Launches DETER Program to Accelerate Drone Violation Enforcement
The FAA has launched the DETER program to expedite enforcement actions against illegal drone operators, aiming to improve national airspace safety.
Apr 16, 20264 min
Regulatory
AIR Completes First Flight of Heavy-Lift Cargo eVTOL with 550 lb Payload
AIR has completed the first flight of its Production Cargo-Heavy UAS, an eVTOL drone capable of carrying a 550 lb payload for military and logistics use.
Apr 16, 20264 min
Uaps
FAA Investigates Falling Ice Block That Struck California Home's Roof
The FAA is investigating after a large block of ice, possibly from an aircraft, crashed through a residential roof in Whittier, California on April 10.
Apr 16, 20264 min
Safety
Two Killed in Beechcraft 58 Crash Near New Market, TN; NTSB Investigates
A Beechcraft 58 crashed near New Market, TN, resulting in two fatalities; the FAA and NTSB are now leading the investigation into the incident.
Apr 16, 20264 min
Safety
FAA Probes Air France 777 Rejected Takeoff After LAX Runway Incursion
The FAA is investigating an Air France 777's rejected takeoff at LAX after a Gulfstream G650ER crossed the active runway without authorization.
Apr 16, 20264 min
Safety
FAA Investigates Large Ice Chunk That Struck Southern California Home
The FAA is investigating a large ice chunk that crashed through a California home, prompting concerns over aircraft safety in high-traffic flight paths.
Apr 15, 20264 min
Safety
Southwest's New Assigned Seating Policy Faces Passenger Complaints
A Southwest passenger's complaint about paid seat separation highlights friction from the airline's new assigned seating policy, launched January 27, 2026.
Apr 15, 20265 min
Airlines
Asiana A350 Triggers Alert with Low Altitude SFO Approach
An Asiana Airlines A350 is under FAA investigation after descending to 375 feet on approach to SFO, triggering a low altitude alert from controllers.
Apr 15, 20264 min
Safety
American Airlines Faces $255K FAA Fine Over Testing Violations
The FAA proposed a $255,000 fine against American Airlines for allegedly letting 12 flight attendants resume duties without required drug testing.
Apr 14, 20264 min
Regulatory
Boeing Deliveries Slip in March 2026 Amid 737 MAX Wiring Rework
Boeing's March deliveries fell to 46 aircraft due to a 737 MAX wiring defect, though the company outpaced Airbus for the first quarter of 2026.
Apr 14, 20264 min
Manufacturing
Southwest Airlines Restricts Power Banks to One Per Passenger April 20
Southwest Airlines will limit passengers to one 100Wh power bank starting April 20, a policy stricter than new global standards, to mitigate fire risks.
Apr 14, 20265 min
Safety