Global Air Travel Demand Drops 3.4% Amid Middle East War

IATA reports global air travel demand fell 3.4% in April 2026, driven by a 46.6% collapse in Middle East traffic due to regional conflict.

May 29, 2026•4 min

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Airlines

NTSB Urges FAA to Revise Runway Safety for Heavy Rain

The NTSB called on the FAA to update runway safety assessments after identifying risks linked to extreme rainfall and inadequate braking calculations.

May 28, 2026•4 min

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Safety