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A flight from Las Vegas to Newark was turned back after a passenger reported that the plane had been hijacked. The man faces up to 20 years in prison.
Ryanair CEO expects airfares in Europe to rise by 10–20% due to a shortage of seats and high fuel prices. The company will cut 20 routes from Belgium.
A Gulfstream G100 disappeared after the pilot issued an emergency transmission during a flight from Bermuda to Boston. A search is underway near Nantucket.
A Piper PA-24 crashed into the water near Seldovia while flying from Anchorage. All four people on board were killed; the causes of the crash are being investigated.
Amazon plans to cover around 500 U. S. communities with drone delivery by the end of the year. The expansion requires permits from local authorities.
The Pentagon plans to reach an agreement with the FAA and the Department of Homeland Security to use lasers against drones at airports. This follows incidents in which military lasers shot down unmanned aircraft without coordination with aviation authorities.
The U. S. Army is awarding AeroVironment a contract for Locust systems to destroy unmanned aerial vehicles. This is the Pentagon's first production contract for laser weapons against drones.
The state of New Mexico has filed a lawsuit against the U. S. Department of Justice, demanding the release of unclassified files concerning Jeffrey Epstein. State authorities claim that the federal agency is obstructing the investigation by refusing to provide the documents.
Canada has joined the GCAP fighter program as an observer, marking the first expansion beyond the founding countries. This is part of European allies' efforts to reduce dependence on American weapons.
FAA has allowed Boeing to once again independently issue airworthiness certificates for 737 Max and 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The decision will take effect on July 20 after data analysis and safety assessment.
SpaceX shares fell 4% on Friday after the Starship test flight was canceled due to engine failure. Elon Musk reported engine replacement and plans for the next launch early next week.
A former CIA official has been accused of misappropriating 300 gold bars worth 40 million dollars. He also lied for years about his education and military service.
An FAA employee has been charged with sending a letter threatening to kill Donald Trump. The man also searched for information on weapons and the Vice President's address while at work.
A plane carrying players from the Amarillo club crashed near Wimberley, killing five people. NTSB and FAA investigators are currently determining the cause of the accident.
Florida's governor signed a bill to change the airport's name. There are also plans to change the code to DJT and place Trump's signature on US banknotes.
At LaGuardia, a plane collided with a vehicle during taxiing, seriously injuring four rescuers. The airport was temporarily closed due to the accident and bad weather.
The US presidential administration held a meeting following incidents involving the use of laser systems, which led to the accidental downing of a drone and the closure of airspace. The Pentagon used lasers against drones without proper coordination with civilian air traffic controllers.
A Bombardier Challenger 600 aircraft crashed during takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine, USA. Eight people were on board, the extent of injuries is unknown.
The US Federal Aviation Administration urges airlines to be cautious due to military activity in Mexico, Central and South America. This is due to the capture of Nicolas Maduro by a US special forces unit.
Iran has announced the reopening of its airspace, which was closed to most flights due to threats of an attack by the United States. The ban was in effect from 1:45 AM to 4:00 AM and from 4:44 AM to 7:00 AM local time.
The US Federal Aviation Administration has allowed the Boeing 737 MAX 10 to proceed to the second phase of certification flight tests. However, a key issue with the engine de-icing system remains unresolved.
A Mexican Navy Beech King Air 350i aircraft with eight people on board, including a child with burns, crashed off the coast of Galveston, USA. At least five people died, two were rescued, and one is missing.
Boeing received 164 aircraft orders in November, including 65 777X jets from Emirates, while Airbus faced quality issues and lowered its delivery target. Overall, Boeing reached 1,000 gross orders, while Airbus has 797.
The administration of US President Donald Trump is expanding its powers regarding Venezuela, classifying Nicolás Maduro and his allies as members of a foreign terrorist organization. This will allow for new sanctions and provide the US with expanded military capabilities to strike Venezuelan territory.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket for the first time, carrying two NASA satellites to Mars and landing the first stage on a sea platform. The Escapade mission, costing less than $100 million, will study Mars' atmosphere.
Trump urged air traffic controllers to immediately return to work amid significant flight reductions and airport delays. This happened due to the prolonged federal government shutdown, which resulted in 13,000 air traffic controllers working without pay.
Leading US airlines are canceling hundreds of flights due to capacity restrictions at 40 major airports. This is due to the government shutdown, which has lasted for over a month.
The death toll from the UPS plane crash in Kentucky has reached nine people. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Louisville International Airport.
A UPS cargo plane crashed during takeoff from Louisville Airport, en route to Honolulu. The accident caused a massive fire, with casualties. Residents were urged to seek shelter due to toxic smoke.
Reagan Airport in Washington has resumed air traffic after a temporary suspension of flights due to a bomb threat on a United Airlines plane. Flight delays continue for an average of 51 minutes.