The US Senate has introduced the Modern Skies Act, aiming to secure an additional $30 billion for the country's air traffic control modernization project. This request supplements the previously approved $12.5 billion from Congress in 2025. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Senator Eric Schmitt are advocating for congressional approval of this...
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The emergency airworthiness directive is linked to potential oil-pump failure mode.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced another delay in the certification of the Boeing 737 MAX 10 aircraft. This postponement stems from the agency’s continued concerns regarding ongoing software fixes implemented by Boeing. Teams...
UPS Airlines has announced its decision to transition away from Boeing’s dedicated freighter aircraft and instead focus exclusively on Airbus A300M R-Series freighters. This strategic move represents a significant departure from UPS’s longstanding...
‘If you don’t want to do it now, when do you want to do it?’ Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy asks Congress.
The United States Senate recently approved two separate, non-binding resolutions addressing the availability of mental healthcare services specifically tailored for pilots and air traffic controllers. These bipartisan measures seek to enhance support...
787 maintenance requirements are changing quite substantially in October 2026. Here is what is about to change and what this means for operators
Air Canada is reshaping its global network as US travel falls, using A321XLRs, 787s and Canadian hubs to capture international traffic.
Lesha Bank, a Qatari-based financial institution, has finalized the acquisition of 33 aircraft from Avolon, totaling $1.6 billion. The deal encompasses a diverse portfolio consisting of nine widebody jets and twenty-four single-aisle aircraft....
The Jackson Hole Aviation Foundation (JRBAF) has announced its acquisition of land adjacent to Meadow View Peak in the Sierra Nevada mountain range. This strategic purchase represents an initial step toward developing a new backcountry airstrip at the...
The Ministry of Defence plans to release an invitation to tender for the Apache ‘loyal wingman’ drone within the coming weeks, marking a significant step in Project Nyx. This competition aims to develop a drone designed to operate alongside the British...
Dassault Aviation formally lodged a criminal complaint regarding incidents of damage occurring at its Cergy facility, situated north west of Paris. This plant is responsible for the production of fuselages for the Rafale fighter aircraft. The investigation...
Vertical Aerospace is currently undertaking a review of strategic alternatives, guided by investment bank Jefferies. This assessment will explore potential options as the company progresses into its next phase of development. UK-headquartered Vertical...
WestJet has commenced the formal retirement of its Boeing 737-700 fleet, marking a significant shift in the airline’s operations. This decision follows the acquisition of twenty-seven aircraft by FTAI Aviation. The exact number of remaining 737-700s...
Agency cites safety concerns and ‘widespread noncompliance’ with former rules.
FTAI Aviation completed a significant acquisition, purchasing 27 Boeing 737-700 aircraft from WestJet in what FTAI describes as its largest transaction to date. This move follows WestJet’s decision earlier this year to accelerate the retirement of its...
Anduril Industries announced on September 23rd that its Barracuda-M family has achieved independent verification against the Weapon Open Systems Architecture (WOSA) standard. The US Air Force Research Laboratory (ARFL), via its Munition Open Architecture...
A 1973 Grumman American AA-5 Traveler is being presented as a top pick by AircraftForSale due to its efficient design and recent upgrades. The aircraft features a comprehensive engine upgrade, enhancing its performance capabilities. Notably, it has been...
Police have detained five individuals close to RAF Fairford, a Gloucestershire airbase that houses United States Air Force strategic bomber aircraft. These arrests occurred near the base and are part of an ongoing terrorism investigation. Authorities...
Five individuals have been detained following an arrest operation conducted near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, England. Police confirmed that all five men apprehended were residents of London. These arrests occurred close to the air base which hosts US...
Setna iO has completed the acquisition of a CFM56-5B4/3 engine formerly operated by Air Cairo, according to a company statement. The engine boasts significant remaining operational life with approximately 11,000 cycles remaining on its Fan & Booster and...
Avelo Airlines is preparing for its launch service to McKinney Allen Regional Airport (DTX), located near Dallas, Texas. The airline is proactively expanding its operations by acquiring a third airplane specifically for this route. This additional aircraft...
Private jet pilots routinely observe a curved earth effect at altitudes exceeding 51,000 feet, an experience unavailable to commercial aircraft passengers. These pilots report seeing a visible curvature in the horizon during flights, directly contradicting...
Business aviation association groups are expressing concern regarding the US FAA’s recent policy change concerning Citation aircraft operations. Specifically, representatives of business jets are requesting access to the safety data utilized by the FAA in...
The United States Air Force has decided to maintain the original radome on the B-52 Stratofortress during its ongoing modernization efforts. This decision was primarily driven by concerns regarding the integration of a newly developed, purpose-built Active...
Turkish Air Force pilots are currently undertaking intensive Eurofighter Typhoon training at Royal Air Force (RAF) Coningsby in Lincolnshire, England. This marks a significant step for Turkey’s modernization efforts within its air force capabilities. The...
ProMedia Group, headquartered in Rotterdam, has completed the acquisition of French aviation publisher Aerobuzz. This transaction integrates Aerobuzz’s video-led content expertise into ProMedia Group's existing portfolio. Aerobuzz operates the aerobuzz.fr...
On September 28, 2026, the Paris Criminal Court delivered a guilty verdict against Spanish aviation operator Swiftair regarding the involuntary manslaughter charges connected to the 2014 Air Algérie Flight AH5017 disaster that occurred in Mali. The...
Dassault Aviation and Airbus Defence and Space have strengthened their relationships with Portuguese companies over a recent three-day period. These efforts are part of an initiative to bolster the Aeronautical Development Entity (ADE) cluster within...
US President Donald Trump said on September 27, 2026, that more information would soon emerge about the five… The post Trump says more details coming on RAF Fairford terror arrests appeared first on AeroTime.
An IndiGo Airbus A321 experienced a tail strike while attempting its second landing approach at Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The aircraft was conducting flight number 6EI GAU-BLR from Guwahati (GAU) when the incident...