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fromInsideHook
1 day ago

Plane Makes Emergency Highway Landing in Pennsylvania

A small plane made an emergency landing on Interstate 78 in Pennsylvania, causing significant traffic delays but leaving the pilot and passenger unharmed.
#aerospace
London startup
fromInsideHook
2 days ago

How Would You Feel About Phone Calls on Your Next Flight?

British Airways becomes the first U.K. airline to offer in-flight video calls using Starlink, despite mixed reactions from passengers.
#travel
fromFast Company
1 day ago
Roam Research

This turbulence-tracking travel app will make your next trip more tolerable

Turbli is a free website that provides detailed turbulence forecasts for flights, enhancing travel planning and experience.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago
Gadgets

After 30+ Years of Travel, My Mom Swears by These 15 Ways to Fly More Comfortably-and Now I Do, Too

Choosing a few smart, comfortable travel essentials—like a Kindle, soft cardigan, Spanx pants, and supportive sneakers—turns stressful flights into smooth arrivals.
Roam Research
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This turbulence-tracking travel app will make your next trip more tolerable

Turbli is a free website that provides detailed turbulence forecasts for flights, enhancing travel planning and experience.
#tsa
US politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

Here Are the Best Ways to Track TSA Wait Times in Advance

Travelers can now track TSA airport security wait times through United Airlines' mobile app and other resources to better plan their trips.
#aviation-safety
Austin
fromFast Company
1 week ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

FAA tightens safety rules for helicopters and planes around major airports

The FAA suspended visual separation procedures between helicopters and planes in congested airspace around major airports, requiring radar-based separation instead following a deadly collision and recent close calls.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

GE Aerospace Is Down 14% This Month While Its $190 Billion Backlog Keeps Growing

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has threatened to strike 18 US technology and defense-related companies operating in the Middle East, including GE, which has contributed to a bearish sentiment among investors.
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UK aviation regulator rejects Heathrow's plans to significantly raise landing fees

Selina Chadha, group director of consumer markets at the CAA, stated, 'Our primary duty is to protect consumers and at the heart of today's proposals is doing the right thing for passengers using Heathrow airport, while supporting sustainable growth, investment, and efficiency.'
UK news
Public health
fromMail Online
5 days ago

Elderly people should be SEPARATED on flights to speed up evacuations

Elderly passengers should be distributed evenly on flights to enhance emergency evacuation efficiency.
Digital life
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

What Will Airlines' Use of Satellite Internet Mean for Entertainment?

Airlines are partnering with satellite internet providers to offer free wifi, transforming in-flight entertainment and passenger experience.
Mindfulness
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

I'm a Travel Writer Who's Terrified of Flying-This Tool Helps Me Stay Calm in the Air

Learning to source and read turbulence forecasts can help alleviate flight anxiety for travelers.
#airport-security
Washington DC
fromFast Company
1 week ago

How architects design airports to handle superlong security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports result from TSA worker shortages and increased traveler numbers, prompting airports to adapt design for better management.
Washington DC
fromFast Company
1 week ago

How architects design airports to handle superlong security lines

Long security lines at U.S. airports result from TSA worker shortages and increased traveler numbers, prompting airports to adapt design for better management.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

United Airlines is the second US airline to hike bag fees as fuel prices climb

United is raising first and second checked bag fees by $10 for customers traveling in the US, Mexico, and Canada and Latin America beginning with tickets purchased Friday, April 3.
Travel
US news
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

FAA changes air safety rule after near miss at Calif. airport

The FAA has changed regulations, requiring air traffic controllers to use radar for separation between helicopters and airplanes to prevent collisions.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
4 days ago

Boeing Gains 5%, Lockheed Martin Up 2%: Defense Stocks Are Having a Moment as Pentagon Spending Accelerates

Boeing and Lockheed Martin shares rose significantly due to a major Pentagon contract to triple production capacity for PAC-3 missile seekers.
fromCN Traveller
3 days ago

I've been on the longest flight in the world - here's what I brought to make it more comfortable

The flight, operated by Singapore Airlines, is one I'll never forget, and I'd do it again just to eat kaya toast once more.
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Europe news
fromCN Traveller
4 days ago

Will flights be cancelled due to fuel shortage?

The Iran war is causing a jet fuel shortage in the UK, impacting airlines and travelers significantly.
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

10 Mistakes Passengers Make That Can Ruin Their Flight Before It Starts

Flight attendants recommend packing face mist, eye drops, and travel blankets to maintain comfort during flights due to dry cabin air and temperature control.
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

An Airline Ticket Agent Reveals the Bag Check Mistakes Even Frequent Fliers Make-Plus, 9 Tips to Do It Right

One of the biggest mistakes passengers make is arriving at the bag drop or ticket counter with luggage that exceeds the airline limit, resulting in a mad dash to repack and shift items between bags.
Travel
Gadgets
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Is Using Airplane Mode on Flights Still Necessary?

Airplane mode is required by the FAA to prevent potential radio frequency interference with aircraft instruments, though actual risk is minimal and primarily concerns takeoff and landing phases.
#jetblue
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

JetBlue hikes fees for checked bags, citing 'rising operating costs'

JetBlue has increased checked baggage fees to manage rising operating costs while maintaining competitive base fares.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
6 days ago

JetBlue hikes fees for checked bags, citing 'rising operating costs'

JetBlue has increased checked baggage fees to manage rising operating costs while maintaining competitive base fares.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation's Air Battle Continues

Archer Aviation sued Joby Aviation for government fraud and concealing Chinese ties, escalating legal conflict between leading eVTOL competitors amid regulatory scrutiny and federal grant competition.
NYC startup
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

'Flying Cars' Will Take Off in American Skies This Summer

Advanced aircraft combining helicopter and airplane capabilities will begin operating in eight US regions by June 2024 through a three-year FAA pilot program before full certification.
#government-shutdown
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
US politics

'Air travel is the political football:' Airline CEOs pen letter to Congress to fund aviation workers: 'Air travel is the political football' | Fortune

Airline and cargo company CEOs urge Congress to pass legislation guaranteeing federal aviation worker pay during government shutdowns to prevent operational disruptions.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago
Travel

Flying has turned into a fiasco

Airport security lines reach three hours due to TSA agent shortage from government shutdown, coinciding with Spring Break travel surge and regional flight disruptions from Middle East tensions.
US politics
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

'Air travel is the political football:' Airline CEOs pen letter to Congress to fund aviation workers: 'Air travel is the political football' | Fortune

Airline and cargo company CEOs urge Congress to pass legislation guaranteeing federal aviation worker pay during government shutdowns to prevent operational disruptions.
Travel
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 weeks ago

Flying has turned into a fiasco

Airport security lines reach three hours due to TSA agent shortage from government shutdown, coinciding with Spring Break travel surge and regional flight disruptions from Middle East tensions.
Alternative transportation
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

Flying Cars Could Hit the Skies as Soon as This Summer: 'It's Not Science Fiction'

The U.S. Department of Transportation will allow flying cars to operate in eight U.S. regions starting June 2024 through a three-year pilot program testing electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicles and ultralight aircraft.
fromElite Traveler
3 weeks ago

The Future Has Arrived: 'Flying Cars' Set to Be Seen In US Skies This Year

The initiative will allow companies developing electric air taxis to begin real-world testing across multiple states, marking one of the most significant steps yet toward a new era of urban air mobility. While commercial services are still a few years away, the coming trials will see these aircraft move beyond demonstration flights and into operational environments.
Gadgets
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury: Do we want to achieve zero dependence on the U.S.? I'm not sure that's the best approach'

Basically, all our activities in Spain are growing. We have no intention of building new plants, at least in the short term. We already have a presence and are expanding our facilities, but not the number of plants. The next big step will happen in the next decade, when we have to replace the A320.
European startups
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 weeks ago

Investors Are Betting on Boeing's Turnaround Even as Quality Questions Linger

Boeing shares declined 3.26% after disclosing wiring flaws in 737 MAX jets, but retail investors shifted sentiment bullish on a new defense contract announcement.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

These Are the Most Obvious Signs That You Are a Frequent Flier, According to Flight Attendants

Flight attendants identify frequent fliers through behavioral cues and loyalty markers rather than appearance or luggage quality, with confidence, demeanor, and status indicators being the primary tells.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Electric air taxi maker Archer hits back at Joby in countersuit alleging concealed Chinese ties | TechCrunch

Archer Aviation countersued Joby Aviation, alleging Joby fraudulently misrepresented itself as American-made while sourcing critical aircraft components from Chinese suppliers and mislabeling them as consumer goods to evade tariffs.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Is Your Airplane Wi-Fi Really Safe? Security Experts Weigh In

In-flight Wi-Fi is roughly on par with hotel or airport Wi-Fi. It's not automatically unsafe, but it's not something you should blindly trust either. You're on a shared network with hundreds of other people, and you don't know how well it's segmented or monitored.
Privacy technologies
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Former UFO chief admits seeing spacecraft that defy modern technology

Pentagon's UFO office detected unexplained objects in space performing maneuvers beyond known US aerospace capabilities, with fewer than 50 cases remaining unresolved despite expert analysis.
fromSun Sentinel
3 weeks ago

Tough challenges confront electric air taxi firms as they maneuver to take flight in South Florida

Archer brings this suit to protect the novel and award-winning design of its Midnight eVTOL, which was developed by Archer inventors through careful, brilliant design work, and to stop Vertical infringing its patented designs.
European startups
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Government to give go-ahead for 1bn defence helicopter deal

Leonardo owns Britain's last military helicopter manufacturing site, employing 3,000 workers, and was the only bidder for the contract. It is understood that the chancellor and prime minister chose to intervene to ensure the project would go ahead, in part to protect UK jobs.
UK news
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ryanair insists we failed to board a phantom flight

Ryanair diverted a storm-affected flight to Manchester, denied passenger compensation by falsely claiming the flight landed in Dublin, then reversed its position only after external intervention.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Airbus suggests split solution for Europe's faltering fighter jet programme

Airbus proposes splitting the FCAS next-generation fighter into two separate warplanes to preserve the wider programme amid Airbus–Dassault and national disagreements.
Science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Watch the moment pilot lands a plane on a TRAIN travelling at 75mph

Dario Costa landed a Zivko Edge 540 on a cargo train traveling at 75mph, briefly touching down then immediately taking off, requiring precise timing and aerodynamic control.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Airline groundings expose depth of world travel's reliance on Gulf corridor

Emirates restarted operations after week-long closures from US-Israel-Iran conflict, resuming 11 daily UK flights and 83 total destinations, though full network recovery remains uncertain.
Gadgets
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I flew an Airbus A350 flight simulator in turbulence and emergencies to see how pilots train

Airline pilots undergo extensive, ongoing simulator-based training to replicate real flights and rehearse rare, high-risk emergency scenarios before carrying passengers.
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Flapping Airplanes on the future of AI: 'We want to try really radically different things' | TechCrunch

There's just so much to do. So, the advances that we've gotten over the last five to ten years have been spectacular. We love the tools. We use them every day. But the question is, is this the whole universe of things that needs to happen? And we thought about it very carefully and our answer was no, there's a lot more to do.
Artificial intelligence
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

9 Simple Ways to Make Your Next Flight Better, According to Flight Attendants

Flight attendants recommend researching aircraft specifications, luggage policies, and packing strategically to reduce airport stress and improve overall flying experience.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Airlines are being forced into huge, hourslong diversions to avoid flying over Iran - with some planes even needing to refuel

A Eurowings spokesperson told Business Insider that its owner, the Lufthansa Group, decided not to fly over Iranian or Iraqi airspace as a precautionary measure. They added that the refueling stop was "due to a longer flight distance and stronger headwinds on the alternative route at the time." "In the event of such refueling, we inform our passengers accordingly before departure in Dubai," they said.
Miscellaneous
#military-aviation
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

Aviation Training Made Easy: Best Learning Management Systems For Aviation Safety

Purpose-built aviation LMS platforms centralize and personalize training to improve safety, compliance, and decision-making across global aviation teams.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Passenger jet forced into emergency landing at Heathrow after mid-air 'technical fault'

A Lufthansa A320neo returned to Heathrow after takeoff due to a reported engine fire warning; pilots issued Squawk 7700 and passengers were rebooked.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Airports embrace AI to manage growing global passenger traffic

Airports deploy AI across passenger flow, baggage, maintenance, biometrics and cybersecurity to improve efficiency, predict congestion, and enhance customer experience amid rising passenger volumes.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Flapping Airplanes and the promise of research-driven AI | TechCrunch

Flapping Airplanes aims to train large models with much less data, pursuing a research-first approach that favors long-term research over compute-driven scaling.
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

7 Things Not to Wear On Flights, According to Experts

Wear loose, layered, practical clothing on flights; avoid tight garments, dragging hems, and rompers to protect circulation, hygiene, and bathroom access.
History
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Combat Aircraft That Were Designed for Wars That Never Happened

Many combat aircraft were designed for strategic, large-scale conflicts but proved poorly suited to regional, counterinsurgency, or modern airspace threats.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

How Elon Musk's SpaceX Rockets Put Passenger Planes at Risk

When SpaceX CEO Elon Musk chose a remote Texas outpost on the Gulf Coast to develop his company's ambitious Starship, he put the 400-foot rocket on a collision course with the commercial airline industry. Each time SpaceX did a test run of Starship and its booster, dubbed Super Heavy, the megarocket's flight path would take it soaring over busy Caribbean airspace before it reached the relative safety of the open Atlantic Ocean. The company planned as many as five such launches a year as it perfected the craft, a version of which is supposed to one day land on the moon.
Science
Miscellaneous
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Early warning alerts to reduce knock-on disruption in aviation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Advance Flight Delay Notification API gives airports early visibility of potential flight delays, enabling proactive adjustments to reduce operational disruption, costs, and missed connections.
World news
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

These Are The Safest Airlines In the World, According to Expert Data

Etihad was ranked the safest full-service airline worldwide for 2026, becoming the first Gulf carrier to top AirlineRatings.com's annual safety list.
US politics
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Airlines face another altimeter upgrade costing billions

US airlines must retrofit radio altimeters to withstand adjacent-band wireless interference, costing an estimated $4.49 billion to protect aircraft altitude readings and safety systems.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

This Is What Actually Happens When You Flush an Airplane Toilet

Airplane toilets use vacuum mechanisms to suck waste into holding tanks, eliminating the need for water and making them safe and odor-minimized during flight.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Delta is putting United and American on notice with its big Boeing 787 order

Delta ordered up to 60 Boeing 787-10s to boost long-haul premium capacity, improve efficiency, and intensify competition with United and American.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Trump Department Responsible for Airline Safety Using AI to Write New Regulations, So They Can Be Churned Out as Fast as Possible

"exciting new AI tools available to DOT rule writers to help us do our job better and faster."
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Airbus is making a new handheld tablet for helicopters to act as a hub for drone teams

"We were completely controlling the drone from the helicopter. For us, it's of course unique. Today, what we performed is a world first," Gerin-Roze told reporters on Thursday at the Singapore Airshow. The software is part of Airbus' contribution to the surging industry for drone wingmen, which the world's biggest aircraft manufacturers are betting will be the future of air warfare.
Gadgets
World news
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

29 Aircraft That Were Only Effective When Air Superiority Was Assured

Air superiority determines which aircraft can operate effectively; many platforms require permissive airspace to deliver their full value.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

The Most Maintenance-Intensive Aircraft Ever Used by the U.S. Military

Highly capable U.S. military aircraft often impose extraordinary logistical costs that limit deployability, increase maintenance hours, and require specialized infrastructure and supply chains.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

The One Place You Should Never Store Your Carry-on Bag on a Plane

"Storing your bag behind you often means you'll be forced to wait for nearly every other passenger to deplane before you can reach it. That can turn what should be a swift exit into a slow, frustrating slog,"
Travel
Travel
fromMail Online
2 months ago

The unusual reason why fizzy drinks are used to clean planes' windows

Pilots sometimes use soda water or sparkling water to clean aircraft windshields because carbonic acid and carbonation remove bugs and grime without damaging coatings.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Aisle lice': bad behaviour on planes and how public shaming could stop it

Passengers who rush to stand and race down the aisle after landing create rudeness and slow disembarking, encouraged by airlines' paid priority options.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

8 Flight Mistakes Pilots Always See Passengers Make-and What to Do Instead

Small, practical preparations—charged devices, downloaded content, and noise-canceling gear—prevent common travel disruptions and make flights calmer and more comfortable.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I'm a Flight Attendant, and These Are the 12 Items You Should Stop Bringing on Flights in 2026

Unruly passengers barely register anymore, but truly efficient travelers always do. They board calmly and prepared, slide seamlessly into their seats, and settle in without breaking a sweat. From the front of the plane, it's easy to spot where trips go sideways: overstuffed vintage luggage, items better suited for a bedroom than seat 12B, and habits that quietly add stress before the plane even leaves the gate.
Travel
Travel
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Airlines are preparing for major disruptions this weekend-here's how to benefit from it

A major winter storm could disrupt travel across more than 30 states, prompting airlines to offer waivers and warn of potential cancellations and delays.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

Bulkhead Seats Usually Come With Extra Leg Room, but There's 1 Catch-Plus, How to Make Any Seat Spacious

Airline legroom has steadily shrunk, so travelers use space-saving accessories and strategic personal items to reclaim under-seat space and comfort.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

7 Reasons You Can Get Kicked Off a Flight-and It's Not Just Bad Behavior

Passengers can be removed from a flight for disruptive, violent, or aggressive behavior, making threats, or interfering with a crew member's ability to perform their duties. Once a passenger refuses instructions, escalates a confrontation, or distracts the crew during boarding or taxi, airlines have little flexibility because it becomes a safety issue. That stance is backed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which maintains a zero-tolerance policy for unruly or dangerous behavior, meaning passengers who interfere with crew duties can face removal, fines, or further action.
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