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
Enugu Airport Secures NCAA Aerodrome Certification Ahead of ICAO Audit
Nigeria's NCAA awarded Akanu Ibiam Airport its aerodrome certificate, a key step for FAAN to meet ICAO standards ahead of a critical validation mission.
Apr 17, 20264 min
Regulatory
ICAO Launches Safety Validation Mission with Nigeria's NCAA
ICAO has begun a Coordinated Validation Mission with Nigeria's NCAA to verify safety improvements following a 2023 audit that scored the nation 70.12%.
Apr 16, 20264 min
Regulatory
22 Nations Endorse ICAO's Marrakech Call for Safer Aviation by 2050
22 nations endorsed ICAO's Marrakech Call to Action, committing to zero fatalities and net-zero emissions in aviation by 2050 through global cooperation.
Apr 15, 20265 min
Regulatory
Nigeria Receives 20-Year Aviation Master Plan From ICAO in Morocco
Nigeria's Aviation Minister received a 20-year Civil Aviation Master Plan from ICAO, outlining a strategic transformation for the country's air sector.
Apr 15, 20264 min
Regulatory
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
Jamaica to Review ICAO-Backed SAF Feasibility Study Findings
Jamaica will review an ICAO-backed SAF feasibility study, a key step in its aviation decarbonization strategy and efforts to enhance energy security.
Apr 13, 20264 min
Environmental
Atlas Air Orders 20 Airbus A350F Freighters, Ends Boeing Exclusivity
Atlas Air has ordered 20 Airbus A350F freighters, shifting from its all-Boeing fleet due to delays in Boeing's 777-8F program and new regulations.
Apr 12, 20265 min
Business
IATA Reinforces Global Aviation Safety and Security Standards
IATA enhances global aviation safety through its mandatory IOSA program, which correlates with an accident rate nearly three times lower for member...
Apr 8, 20264 min
Safety
ICAO Tightens Global Air Crash Investigation Rules to Ensure Independence
ICAO approved global reforms to Annex 13, tightening air crash investigation rules to shield probes from political interference and improve transparency.
Apr 6, 20265 min
Regulatory
Atlas Air A350F Order Pushes Airbus to 60% Freighter Market Share
An Atlas Air order for 20 A350F aircraft gives Airbus a 60% market share in next-gen freighters, surpassing Boeing due to new ICAO emissions rules.
Apr 3, 20265 min
Business
HKIA Enforces ICAO 2-Power-Bank Limit After Recent Cabin Fires
Hong Kong airport now enforces ICAO's two-power-bank limit for passengers, citing risks from recent in-flight lithium battery fires.
Mar 31, 20265 min
Regulatory
Belize & FAA Lead Regional Training on ACR-PCR Pavement Standards
Belize's Civil Aviation and the FAA hosted a workshop to train engineers on the new ICAO ACR-PCR pavement rating system for regional safety compliance.
Mar 29, 20265 min
Regulatory
ICAO Tightens Accident Investigation Rules to Boost Transparency
ICAO has strengthened global aircraft accident investigation standards to enhance transparency and impartiality in high-profile and sensitive incidents.
Mar 29, 20265 min
Regulatory
ICAO Updates Annex 13 to Bolster Accident Investigation Independence
ICAO adopts new Annex 13 standards to prevent conflicts of interest in accident investigations, ensuring investigator independence from November 2028.
Mar 27, 20265 min
Regulatory
ICAO Launches Next-Gen Border System Globally in March 2026
ICAO is launching its next-gen PKD system on March 27, 2026, to enhance security and streamline verification for digital travel documents globally.
Mar 26, 20264 min
Technology
Kuwait Airport Hit by Drones, Causing Fuel Tank Fire
Kuwaiti authorities responded to a drone attack that ignited a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, forcing widespread commercial flight suspensions.
Mar 25, 20264 min
Safety
GCAA Hosts ICAO Training to Update Civil Aviation Master Plan for Guyana
Guyana's GCAA hosts an ICAO-led course to update its Civil Aviation Master Plan, aligning with major airport and infrastructure investments in 2026.
Mar 22, 20265 min
Regulatory
Korean Audit Links Jeju Air Crash Severity to Non-Compliant Runway Structure
A South Korean audit finds the fatal 2024 Jeju Air crash was worsened by a non-compliant airport structure, revealing systemic safety violations nationwide.
Mar 14, 20265 min
Safety
Africa Leads in 2025 Air Accident Rate, IATA Report Finds
IATA's 2025 safety report shows Africa had the highest accident rate globally, driven by challenges with turboprop operations and runway safety.
Mar 10, 20264 min
Safety