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FAA workers threatened with firing if they ‘impede’ Elon Musk’s SpaceX federal deal: Report

Elon Musk has been at the center of potential conflicts of interest since his political ascendance

The Independent UK

False mid-air collision warnings over Washington DC airport investigated in aftermath of deadly crash

Flights inbound to Reagan National Airport were alerted to aircraft even though none were in the area, said the FAA

The Independent UK

GOP weighs aviation funding boost amid culture of spending cuts - Roll Call

House Republicans are mulling President Donald Trump’s request for more funding for the struggling air traffic control system.

Roll Call

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SpaceX aborts Starship launch in setback to Elon Musk’s Mars ambitions

Lift off of biggest rocket ever built scrubbed with 40 seconds left on the countdown

The Independent UK

FAA reportedly ordered staff to find 'tens of millions of dollars' to fund Elon Musk's Starlink deal

Officials at the Federal Aviation Administration have told staff “to locate tens of millions of dollars” for a deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink, Rolling Stone reported.

Fortune

Civilian Aircraft Enter Restricted Airspace Over Palm Beach

Three civilian aircraft breached restricted airspace over Palm Beach, Florida where President Trump was present, prompting NORAD intervention.

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Plane crashes have people freaked out – but here’s what US data for 2025 shows

This year’s 16 fatal accidents fall below average rate of 20 per month, yet recent crashes were US’s deadliest in a decade

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SpaceX’s Starlink could have some advantages over Verizon in bid for FAA contract takeover, experts say. It could also trigger a slew of conflict-of-interest lawsuits from competitors

The FAA is reportedly considering ending a $2.4 billion contract with Verizon to update its communication technology and instead award it to Elon Musk’s SpaceX.

Fortune

D.C. Circuit Stays Mandate in Marin Audubon Society v. FAA

After refusing to order remand without vacatur, the D.C. Circuit pauses the effect of its decision.

Reason

SpaceX gets FAA approval for Flight 8 of Starship megarocket

SpaceX has received approval from the U.S Federal Aviation Administration for Flight 8 of its Starship megarocket, which is targeted for Monday (March 3).

Space

Analysts Lift Archer Aviation Stock Despite Earnings Miss

Archer Aviation stock is surging after earnings on bullish analyst sentiment, but investors will still need to have conviction before commercial flights begin

MarketBeat

Musk urges retired air traffic controllers to come back as he continues to slash federal workforce

Billionaire’s plea came hours before FAA announced a recruitment drive for entry-level positions

The Independent UK

Musk begs for air traffic controllers

The chief cost-cutter sent buyout offers to air traffic controllers in January

Salon

Transportation Department To Supercharge Hiring Of Air Traffic Controllers

Learn about the Department of Transportation's new strategies to address the air traffic controller shortage in the U.S. through revamped hiring processes ...

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Elon Musk Urges Starlink Takeover Of FAA Air Traffic Control

Elon Musk raises concerns about Verizon's ability to upgrade FAA's air traffic control system, advocating for Starlink's intervention.

The Independent UK

As DOGE slashes budgets, FAA close to canceling $2.4b contract with Verizon and giving it to Musk’s Starlink

The FAA could hand the contract to overhaul an integral U.S. air traffic control communications system to the mogul’s satellite company

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Verizon could lose FAA contract to Musk

In 2023, Verizon was awarded a contract to modernize the FAA's air traffic control system

The Independent UK

The Latest: EPA wants to repeal a landmark environmental finding, jeopardizing climate regulations

Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin has privately urged President Donald Trump’s administration to reconsider a scientific finding that has long been the central basis for U.S. action against climate change

Latin Times

Trump Congratulates Southwest for Narrowly Avoiding Collision With Private Jet, Says Pilot 'Must Have Been Sleeping!'

Trump praises Southwest pilots for avoiding a near-collision in Chicago, blames other jet's pilot for "sleeping" amid rising concerns over FAA staffing shortages due to DOGE-led layoffs.

The Independent UK

What is a bird strike? How concerned you need to be when flying

Everything to know about bird strikes following the fatal Jeju Air flight in South Korea

The Independent UK

Musk has inside track to take over contract to fix air traffic communications system

A satellite company owned by Elon Musk is on a possible fast track to take over a large federal contract to modernize the nation’s air traffic communications system

Latin Times

Another Elon Musk Business Signs Contract to Work With US Federal Agency, This Time to One Affected By Staffing Cuts

Elon Musk's internet company, Starlink, has inked a deal with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to provide 4,000 satellites in the coming months.

International Business Times

WATCH: Southwest Plane Aborts Landing to Avoid Colliding With Jet in Chicago as FAA Hit by Layoffs

A Southwest Airlines flight at Chicago's Midway Airport swooped up during landing to avoid a close runway collision, as FAA safety concerns mount amid recent layoffs.

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