Civil aviation news
Sector news aggregated from reference outlets, always linking to the original source.
August 16, 2026
The United States Army chose the Robinson R66 as the helicopter for the force's new generation of pilot training. The aircraft will be used in the Flight School Next program, a…
August 15, 2026
A combination of takeoff and landing problems will keep a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 grounded for a long time in Munich, Germany. Tail strike on takeoff Flight Vietnam Airlines VN34 from Munich…
Etihad Guest, the award-winning loyalty programme of Etihad Airways has signed a partnership with Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines’ COSMILE loyalty programme. The partnership marks the next stage in…
More New Zealanders will be able to travel between regional communities across the country as Air New Zealand and Air Chathams expand their partnership. For the first time, customers travelling […]
Key takeaway: The Court of International Trade’s ruling that IEEPA authorizes the President to revoke duty-free treatment for sub-$800 imports removes the last legal uncertainty hanging over a…
Some aviation hubs have almost become cities unto themselves.
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Specialist regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord has delivered an E195LR on a five-year operating lease to Air Montenegro, supporting the flag carrier’s continued growth and regional network…
Lufthansa Technik welcomes new talent: As Lufthansa Technik celebrates 70 years of vocational training this year, a new personal chapter is beginning for many young people. With the start of […]
A closer look at the reality of the current pilot hiring market, and what to expect in the near future.
The Minneapolis airline will serve about half a million less passengers from its home city compared to 2024.
Delta Air Lines plans a Singapore return as Seattle emerges as the leading gateway for its expanding Asia Pacific network. The post Delta Plans to Restart Flights to Country with Strongest Passport…
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Passengers on a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787 had a huge stroke of luck on takeoff in Munich. The pilots overran the end of the runway and only lifted off at the very last second…
New research shows that extreme space weather can significantly raise radiation exposure on commercial flights and increase electronic faults in aircraft systems. A severe 1956 scale solar storm…
Task Force Falcon Strike will bring together U.S. and regional forces operating one-way attack drones in the air, on the surface and underwater. The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) is taking the next…
TAAG – Angola Airlines carried out a specialized live-cargo transport operation, ensuring the international transport of two adult lions weighing around 200 kilos each…
The creation of a direct command for robotic systems and a fast-contracting consortium seeks to bring together operational requirements, tech companies and scaled production, but integration…
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An ultra long range narrowbody on a short hop reveals cabin tech, larger screens, and enhanced in-seat power options.
United Airlines (UA) is adding a new seasonal route linking Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) with Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) in Wyoming, giving travelers from New England a nonstop option…
Passengers faced hours on the ground as Delta maintenance repaired the cabin issue and the flight later required a crew swap.
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During July and August 2026, Colombia's Aerospace Force (FAC) carried out one of the most significant air modernization processes of recent decades, with the…
A Munich departure turned chaotic as a 787-9 sustained heavy aft scraping and a puncture after a late rotation and runway overrun.
German airline SUNDAIR has launched a new nonstop service between Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) and Damascus, restoring direct flights between the German capital region and Syria for the first…
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Hanoi-bound aircraft returned to German hub after holding for 2h. Investigators are probing an apparent laboured take-off by a Vietnam Airlines Boeing 787-9 at Munich, which appears to have resulted…
Delta Air Lines class action over unpaid military leave moves forward, affecting 3,300 pilots under USERRA protections. The post Delta Hit With Massive Lawsuit Over Military Leave Pay for 3,300…
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Phoenix controller prevents confusion after two American Airlines flights operate with same callsign
An air traffic controller in Phoenix has been praised for his quick response after two American Airlines aircraft were simultaneously operating as flight AA2482, creating a potentially dangerous…
Ryanair's abrupt Azores pullout shutters six routes and 400,000 seats, unsettling seasonal tourism flows.
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Destroyer ARA Almirante Brown sets sail for Peru to take part in Multinational Exercise UNITAS LXVII
The Argentine Navy marked the departure of the destroyer ARA Almirante Brown (D-10) from Puerto Belgrano Naval Base yesterday, August 14, beginning its deployment to Peru for…
Belgium has requested international aerial support to fight the rapidly expanding wildfire in the High Fens, where difficult terrain, dry peat and strong winds have severely complicated the work of…
easyJet cabin crew strike cancels flights across France as unions demand stable schedules during the busy holiday weekend. The post easyJet Cabin Crew Strike Cancels Flights Across France During…
Authorities said Wu’s repeated photography of Whiteman AFB’s infrastructure, including after a warning, distinguished the case from ordinary aircraft photography. Qilin Wu, the Chinese national who…
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