Swissport International is pursuing growth within the Latin American market by acquiring a Colombian ground services company. This strategic move aims to bolster Swissport’s existing network across the region, significantly expanding its operational capabilities. Details regarding the specific terms of the acquisition remain undisclosed at this time;...
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Several significant gatherings, or WAGs, were scheduled for the second half of 2026 across North America and Europe. The National Aviation Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony is planned for September 24th, 2026. An Evening with the Stars event hosted by...
The French investigation into the November 26, 2023 incident at Nice Airport involved recreating a nighttime flight to analyze the effect of runway lighting. BEA investigators meticulously replicated EasyJet Flight EZY845’s approach and subsequent near...
Rolls-Royce has been chosen by the European Union’s Clean Aviation program to spearhead a project focused on demonstrating hybrid-electric propulsion systems for short and medium-range aircraft. This initiative, titled ELEVATED, is part of a larger effort...
NASA’s Johnson Space Center participated in Houston’s 33rd Annual Japan Festival held on September 12-13 at Hermann Park. Employees from the center showcased the excitement and wonder of space exploration to attendees. This longstanding event, which spans...
Prestwick Airport in Scotland experienced significant disruption following a "technical issue" at the National Air Traffic Services (NATS) center located there. NATS confirmed that the incident impacted operations, leading to delays and cancellations...
NATS has announced the resolution of an operational issue impacting its Prestwick air traffic facility in Scotland, following a recent connectivity problem. This incident resulted in delays for numerous airports reliant on the Prestwick center’s...
Significant air traffic control (ATC) disruptions are continuing to impact travel across the United Kingdom following another outage at National Air Traffic Services (NATS). The primary areas experiencing these issues remain those of Scotland and Northern...
Intelligence reports suggest a potential security breach involving Australian F-35A fighter aircraft components, specifically the cockpit canopy, which may have been taken from a consignment in Hong Kong. US media outlets, citing anonymous sources,...
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 21, 2026, showcases the stunning Cocoon Nebula. This wide-field image was captured and explained by a professional astronomer as part of NASA's APOD program. The nebula exhibits intricate structures resembling...
The Arctic’s sea ice melt season has exhibited a notable shift over the past several decades, initially characterized by significant lengthening. Satellite data reveals that the duration of this melting period increased substantially throughout much of the...
Airlines are experiencing significant challenges despite investing in new, fuel-efficient engine technology from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). Supply chain disruptions have been a primary factor contributing to these difficulties, impacting the...
The United States Air Force has retired its entire fleet of E-8 Joint STARS aircraft, marking the culmination of decades dedicated to airborne command and control operations. This decision stems primarily from evolving strategic priorities within the...
In 1976, Lockheed Martin successfully developed and operated the XR-1 experimental reconnaissance aircraft, achieving an unprecedented speed record during its operational testing. The XR-1 set a remarkable milestone, establishing a speed benchmark that no...
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 20, 2026, showcases an analemma observed above the Callanish Stones in Scotland. This striking image captures a unique geometric pattern formed by the Earth's orbit around the sun. The analemma represents the...
CFM International’s new LEAP-1B turbine redesign, supported by the recently certified HPT durability kit, addresses significant operational challenges experienced within the LEAP engine family. This certification specifically targets extreme condition...
The Hurricane Hunters fly into storms at 10,000 feet under TEAL call signs you can track live. Here is what they do and how the mission works.
Five weeks prior to the commencement of Delta Air Lines’ planned nonstop service between Riyadh and Atlanta, Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport experienced a significant security incident. Ballistic missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles...
Over 9,000 runners competed in the 30th annual Air Force Marathon held at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The event highlighted both physical endurance and mental fortitude among participants. Runners demonstrated significant stamina throughout the race’s...
The newly named MV-75 Cheyenne II will initially replace the Black Hawk on long-range assault missions, expanding to other roles in time.
The new Seaglider can't leave ground effect, making it a boat for regulatory purposes as clarified in a 2024 law.
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 19, 2026, showcases a stunning Zodiacal Night. This captivating image was created by an unnamed professional astronomer and highlights the faint light scattered from distant stars reflected off dust particles...
Airlines for America argues US carriers are at a disadvantage in not being able to overfly Russia on routes to China The trade group representing major US airlines is urging regulators not to allow new Air China flights to New York and Washington, DC....
NASA has announced plans to replace the T-38 Talon supersonic jet, which has been flown by every American astronaut since 1964. This decision stems from concerns about the aircraft’s suitability for training future astronauts in high-G maneuvers and...
The Republic of Albania will sign the Artemis Accords during a ceremony at 12 p.m. EDT on Monday, Sept. 21, at NASA Headquarters in Washington, becoming the 73rd country signatory. NASA Deputy Administrator Matt Anderson will host Albania’s Minister for...
The XRISM observatory has achieved a groundbreaking observation, documenting a stellar wind originating from a massive star being actively absorbed by its smaller, dense companion. This unprecedented detection represents direct evidence of this interaction...
NASA has finalized a contract modification with SpaceX to conduct three further crew flights to the International Space Station. These mission extensions are part of ongoing efforts to maintain consistent access for astronauts at the orbiting laboratory....
On July 8, 2026, UC Berkeley engineers and managers observed the careful raising of the COSI (Compton Spectrometer and Imager) detector assembly. This new detector’s design incorporates four pieces of silver material positioned atop the detector box. These...
A recent air traffic management system failure impacting over 2,000 flights originating from and destined for the UK was attributed to a “software issue” according to a preliminary report by Air Navigation Services (NATS). The investigation has determined...
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has captured an image revealing a surprising anomaly within the spiral galaxy NGC 4698. Located approximately 55 million light-years distant in the constellation Virgo, this galaxy is part of a larger population exceeding one...