FAA
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Which Airports Are Hit by the Shutdown? Flight Cuts, Delays, and What Travelers Need to Know
As the government shutdown enters its 37th day, the FAA is preparing to cut flight capacity by up to 10% at 40 major US airports, disrupting travel plans for millions. With bipartisan Senate talks ongoing, uncertainty looms over air traffic…
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FAA’s 10% Flight Cuts Hit 40 Major Airports: What Travelers Need to Know
Facing a prolonged government shutdown, the FAA will cut flights by 10% at 40 of America’s busiest airports, causing widespread disruption for travelers and airlines alike.
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Flight Delays Worsen as Air Traffic Controller Shortages Hit Major U.S. Airports During Government Shutdown
As the U.S. government shutdown stretches into its second month, a critical shortage of air traffic controllers has triggered hourslong delays at Newark Liberty International and other major airports, raising safety and logistical concerns for travelers nationwide.
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Massachusetts Highway Plane Crash Kills Two, Injures One Amid Severe Weather
A small plane crashed onto Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, during a nor’easter, killing both onboard and injuring a bystander, sparking a multi-agency investigation.
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Burbank Airport Faces Hours Without Air Traffic Controllers Amid Shutdown
Hollywood Burbank Airport operated for nearly six hours without in-tower air traffic controllers due to a government shutdown, highlighting deepening staffing shortages and raising concerns about aviation safety and reliability.
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Boeing Stock Surges on Major Orders and FAA Breakthrough
Boeing stock has soared nearly 46% in the past year, driven by record-breaking orders, improving cash flow, and a pivotal FAA decision restoring its authority to certify jets. Yet, challenges in production, regulation, and competition persist as the aerospace giant…
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Boeing Stock Surges as FAA Eases Oversight and Major Orders Fuel Optimism
Boeing shares climbed over 4% as the FAA prepares to ease restrictions on the 737 MAX and new orders from Turkish Airlines and Norwegian Group signal renewed investor confidence.
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United Airlines Grounds Flights Nationwide Amid Recurring Tech Failures
United Airlines briefly grounded 42 flights across the US and Canada due to a connectivity failure, highlighting persistent vulnerabilities in airline technology infrastructure.
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Small Plane Crash at Kalispell City Airport Sparks Fires, Minor Injuries Reported
A small plane carrying four people crash-landed at Kalispell City Airport in Montana, striking parked aircraft and igniting fires. Miraculously, all passengers survived with only minor injuries.
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Southwest Airlines Flight Narrowly Avoids Midair Collision Near Burbank Airport
A Southwest Airlines flight departing from Burbank made a rapid descent to avoid a collision with a military jet. The incident, which caused injuries to two flight attendants, has raised concerns about aviation safety.
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SpaceX Starship Flight 9 Cleared for Launch Amid FAA Oversight
SpaceX secures FAA approval for Starship Flight 9 after addressing Flight 8 mishap. Enhanced safety measures are in place for the upcoming launch.
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Newark Airport Faces Another Radar Outage Amid FAA Infrastructure Concerns
A 90-second radar outage at Newark Airport raises concerns about FAA’s aging infrastructure and staffing shortages.
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Rep. Gottheimer Calls for More Air Traffic Controllers Amid Newark Delays
Rep. Josh Gottheimer urges the deployment of more air traffic controllers and infrastructure upgrades after Newark Liberty International Airport faces severe delays and outages.
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Newark Airport Faces Weeklong Meltdown After Communication Outage
A communication and radar outage at Newark Liberty International Airport caused massive delays and cancellations, highlighting staffing and infrastructure issues.
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Boeing CEO Faces Senate Scrutiny Over Safety and Manufacturing Reforms
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg testifies before the Senate Commerce Committee, addressing safety reforms and manufacturing challenges following a 2024 mid-air incident.