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Trump's Marine One involved in air traffic safety incident; US aviation officials review lapse

Aviation authorities are reviewing a safety incident involving President Trump's Marine One helicopter. Commercial flights were not halted during its departure from the White House as required. This procedural lapse is under investigation by aviation officials. The review aims to determine how the error occurred and if new measures are…

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FAA launches investigation after door breaks off flight out of Las Vegas

The pilot of a small plane alerted Air Traffic Control that the back door had fallen off shortly after taking off from the North Las Vegas Airport earlier this summer

The Independent UK

Your next flight could carry a different emergency medical kit: What the FAA's overhaul means

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a significant overhaul of the emergency medical kits carried on commercial aircraft, giving airlines greater flexibility in deciding what equipment and medicines to stock while requiring them to remain prepared for the most serious in-flight medical emergencies.

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Boeing’s Smallest 737 Max Finally Wins FAA Certification After a Decade of Delays— but Passengers Still Won’t Board One Until 2027

The Federal Aviation Administration certified Boeing Co.’s (NYSE:BA) 737 Max 7 on Monday, clearing the smallest jet in the bestselling family for passenger service after nearly a decade of delays and safety reviews.

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US regulators grant Boeing 737 MAX 7 certificate after years of delays

US regulators approved Boeing's smallest 737 MAX jet more than eight years after its maiden flight, clearing the way for deliveries. The process was prolonged by new requirements imposed by federal legislation after two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019.

France 24

US regulators grant long-awaited Boeing 737 MAX 7 certificate

NEW YORK - More than eight years after Boeing organized the maiden flight of the 737 MAX 7, US authorities announced Monday that they certified the aircraft.

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Boeing’s new jets finally cleared for US flights - and Southwest is celebrating

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Boeing’s new 737 Max 7 jetliner finally gets FAA certification after years of delays

The Federal Aviation Administration has approved the smallest model of Boeing’s Max jetliners for commercial service

The Independent UK

US FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 in win for planemaker

The FAA has approved Boeing's 737 MAX 7 jetliner after a lengthy delay. This certification marks a significant milestone for the American aircraft manufacturer. Boeing had previously anticipated this approval before the end of last year. The company has already built several MAX 7 and MAX 10 aircraft awaiting delivery.…

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Electric air taxis are finally ready for takeoff

A new breed of aircraft—half-helicopter, half-drone—begin real world tests across the U.S. this summer thanks to a federal program. First up is cargo, with passengers close behind.

Fortune

LA doctor was an hour into American Airlines flight when she learns she now has to prove she’s is on the plane: ‘Big FAA violation’

Since when does recording attendance fall to passengers?

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Florida Got $200 Million For EV Chargers. It Wants To Spend It On Air Taxis Instead

The state wants to spend federal EV charger money on eVTOLs, which don’t even have FAA approvals yet.

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Probe cites history of overweight flights, inadequate oversight in crash that killed 10 off Alaska

Federal investigators report that a commuter plane crash off Alaska last year, which killed all 10 people on board, involved an operator with a history of overweight flights

The Independent UK

The US government wants to bypass environmental laws for commercial launches and spacecraft reentries

The FAA, facing a backlog in demand for space missions, is proposing to cut down on environmental reviews to accelerate launches and re-entries.

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Elizabeth Warren Slams Trump's 'Pattern of Corruption,' Cites United Airlines, Toyota $1 Million Inauguration Donations

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) criticized President Donald Trump, accusing the White House of enacting favorable policies for businesses that donated millions of dollars to the Trump Inauguration Fund.

The Independent UK

Delta and United join Southwest to become latest airlines to ban humanoid robots from the sky

The crackdown follows an incident earlier this year when a passenger brought a robot onto a Southwest Airlines flight

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DASH Stock Alert: What to Know as FAA Approves DoorDash Delivery Drones

DoorDash stock pops as FAA grants the firm Part 135 air carrier certification. Here’s what it means for DASH shares heading into the company’s Q2 earnings.

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American Airlines Hit With Online Ridicule Following Nationwide Ground Stop Due to Tech Issue

American Airlines faces scrutiny after experiencing a brief IT outage causing a nationwide ground stop, affecting flights and leading to delays and cancellations.

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US agency proposes accelerated approval for commercial space missions

The FAA is proposing new rules to speed up commercial space mission approvals. These changes aim to simplify licensing by waiving environmental law requirements. Currently, license applications can take up to thirty-six months for full approval. The agency seeks to reduce duplicative processes and needless delays for launch operations. This…

International Business Times UK

American Airlines Horror as Six Cabin Crew Struck Down by Mystery Mid-Flight Illness

An American Airlines flight from Rome to Philadelphia diverted to Dublin after a mysterious smell caused crew illness. Passengers were accommodated overnight before continuing their journey.

International Business Times UK

Experts Warn Airline Tech Outages Are Becoming Routine as American Airlines Grinds to a Halt Again

American Airlines was grounded nationwide again on Tuesday after an IT outage, the latest in a run of tech failures experts say now hit US flyers with grim regularity.

The Times of India

Boeing posts bigger-than-expected Q2 loss as Air Force One costs rise by $280 million

Boeing reported a larger-than-expected second-quarter loss on Tuesday as higher costs linked to the delayed Air Force One replacement programme weighed on its results.

The Times of India

'Could result in injuries': FAA flags incorrectly installed seats on several Boeing 737 Max jets

The FAA has proposed mandatory inspections for 453 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft seats. Improperly installed seat assemblies could disengage during turbulence or emergency landings. This condition might injure passengers and crew or block the evacuation aisle. Boeing supports the FAA's decision to make these recommendations mandatory. The directive applies to…

The Economic Times

FAA delays flights at New York, Philadelphia airports due to severe weather conditions

Severe weather and air traffic control staffing shortages are impacting flights. The Federal Aviation Administration is slowing air traffic into four major airports. These staffing issues are affecting flights at John F. Kennedy, LaGuardia, and Newark. Flight cancellations and significant ground delays are currently being experienced. The FAA anticipates these…

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Seats on hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets may need inspections, says FAA

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has proposed inspections for passenger seats on 453 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft registered in the U.S. after reports of incorrectly installed seat assemblies. The agency warned the issue could cause injuries during emergency landings or obstruct evacuations. Boeing said it supports making its earlier guidance…

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