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SEATTLE — The federal agency investigating the September seaplane crash off Whidbey Island said Monday that its experts have identified a potential cause of the deadly accident and called for similar planes to be grounded until they are inspected.

"In sum, but for Boeing’s criminal conspiracy to defraud the FAA, 346 people would not have lost their lives in the crashes."

MIAMI — Henry Flores rushed to his home from work after receiving a call from his frantic wife. She was in the master bedroom with their 2-year-old son when a loud noise rang out.

Don’t let airlines keep shrinking passenger seats, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Sunday.

Saudi Arabia’s Culture Ministry revealed Monday plans to launch its first cultural center, Fenaa Alawwal (FAA) at the Diplomatic Quarter in the capital Riyadh. FAA is expected to become a cultural and creative hub, offering a wide range of cultural programming, including art exhibitions and workshops. It also aims to…

Federal authorities have issued a warning about a part of the tail in the type of seaplane that crashed in Washington state’s Puget Sound last month, killing 10 people

SEATTLE — The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a warning regarding potential weaknesses in parts of the tail of Otter seaplanes, the same type of aircraft that crashed off Whidbey Island last month.

Airlines in need of more pilots and spare parts are increasingly facing another shortage: new jets.

The FAA will require airlines to give flight attendants at least 10 hours of rest time in between shifts, the same as pilots, to help reduce fatigue. Current rules allow as little as 8 hours of rest.