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aviation

Thrilling Skies: A Pilot Who Loves Storms

March 30, 2026

Wayne Sand, an 85‑year‑old veteran of Vietnam and a seasoned pilot, has spent his life flying where most would turn away. From the moment he first saw a crop‑duster low over Montana’s grass airstrip, he knew his future lay in the sky. A young man with little money, Sand worked any job he could find

politics

Government Workers Demand Permanent Pay During Shutdowns

March 28, 2026

When a government budget standoff occurs, the people who keep flights running and passengers safe often go unpaid. This has happened many times in recent years, leaving air‑traffic controllers and TSA agents stuck with unpaid hours. Politicians have drafted bills that would protect these workers’ sa

technology

Airport Tracking System Misses Fatal Crash

March 24, 2026

A crash that took two lives at New York’s LaGuardia Airport revealed a shortfall in the airport’s surface‑tracking technology. The incident involved an Air Canada Express jet and a fire truck that collided on the runway, injuring dozens of passengers. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)

business

Why flying feels more frustrating than ever

March 24, 2026

Airport lines today look more like train stations at rush hour than quiet waiting areas. Between storms, global conflicts, and airport mishaps, getting from one place to another by plane has become a test of patience. Even travelers who fly often now hesitate before booking tickets, not just because

technology

Flights Fly Smarter to Keep the Planet Cool

March 21, 2026

Google is using artificial intelligence to help airlines fly in a way that reduces the extra heat they add to the planet. Instead of focusing only on carbon dioxide, the company is looking at contrails – those thin white trails that form behind planes. Contrails can act like blankets in the sk

technology

Sky‑High Test Flights: Eight States Picked to Pilot Flying Taxis

March 18, 2026

The Federal Aviation Administration has chosen eight projects from a pool of more than thirty to test electric vertical take‑off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles in real airspace. These projects, spread across 26 states, will experiment with everything from city rides to cargo drops and medical transpor

business

Future of Flight: New Quarterly Update Set for March 24

March 3, 2026

Vertical Aerospace, a company focused on electric planes, will hold an online presentation to share its financial results for the last quarter and full year of 2025. The event is scheduled for March 24 at 08:30 am ET, and the discussion will be led by Chairman Dómhnal Slattery and CEO Stuart Simpson

weather

Unexpected Turbulence Leaves Flight Attendants Hurt

February 11, 2026

A United Airlines flight heading from Los Angeles to Newark met a sudden storm on February 10, 2024. The aircraft was descending when it entered a patch of unstable air that the onboard radar did not flag as dangerous. Three minutes earlier, another plane had reported moderate turbulence to th

crime

Bangor's Recent Air Tragedy: A Look into the Aftermath

January 29, 2026

A recent plane crash in Bangor has left the community in shock. Six lives were lost when a business jet crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport. The victims were part of a luxury travel company, and their identities have been shared by family and friends. The recovery process was dela

finance

Aviation Finance Gets a Smart Update for a Risky World

January 29, 2026

Aircraft Finance Lease (AFL) has rolled out a fresh approach to aircraft leasing and financing. This isn't just a small tweak. It's a big deal designed to tackle the messy geopolitical and legal risks shaking up global aviation. The new plan puts a spotlight on making lease contracts clearer and mo