NEWSNov 12, 2026Mexicana Adopts Embraer's AHEAD Predictive Maintenance for Growing E2 FleetMexicana will deploy Embraer's AHEAD predictive maintenance system across its E2 jets as the Mexican state carrier expands operations.Read More →
NEWSNov 10, 2026FAA Plans to Retire Floppy Disks from Air Traffic Control Systems by 2028The FAA plans to replace floppy disks and other aging technology used in US air traffic control facilities, with a full rollout targeted by 2028.Read More →
STORIESNov 02, 2026Exclusive: Inside Lufthansa Technik's Touchscreen Tray TableLufthansa Technik, F/LIST, and Pilatus unveiled their “nice” intelligent cabin divider at NBAA-BACE last week. During a hands-on demonstration, AeroXplorer explored another application of the technology: a tray table that doubles as an entertainment screen, cabin controller, and potential workspace.Read More →
INFORMATIONALOct 18, 2026GPS Jamming Is Now a Daily Airline Problem. Here Is How Bad It Has GottenGPS jamming and spoofing are disrupting airline navigation across Europe, the Middle East and South Asia. Explore how widespread GNSS interference threatens flight safety, affects airline operations, and what pilots and regulators are doing to manage the growing risk.
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INFORMATIONALOct 18, 2026Who Is Accountable When an AI Air Traffic Tool Gets It Wrong?Who is liable when an AI air traffic control tool gets it wrong? The FAA’s SMART system faces scrutiny over safety testing, controller oversight, and legal accountability as lawmakers question its use in U.S. airspace.Read More →
NEWSOct 14, 2026Lawmakers Press FAA to Suspend AI Air Traffic Control Tool at Washington-Area AirportsSenators and union leaders urge the FAA to pause an AI-driven air traffic management tool at DC airports, citing safety concerns.Read More →
NEWSOct 09, 2026Boeing's Touchscreen Flight Controls for 737 Draw Sharp Criticism from PilotsBoeing's plan to introduce Touchscreen Control Display Units on the 737 has sparked backlash from pilots who warn of safety and usability concerns.Read More →
NEWSOct 09, 2026Southwest Airlines Blames Brief System Outage for Boarding Delays and Checked Bag DisruptionsSouthwest Airlines confirms a brief technology outage disrupted boarding and checked bag operations, forcing gate agents to process travelers manually.Read More →
NEWSOct 07, 2026Southwest Airlines Becomes First US Carrier to Integrate Flight Booking Into ChatGPTSouthwest Airlines launches a first-of-its-kind ChatGPT plugin, allowing travelers to search and book flights directly through the AI platform.Read More →
INFORMATIONALOct 03, 2026The $30 Billion Question: Why America's Air Traffic Control Overhaul Keeps Getting More ExpensiveThe U.S. government is seeking $30 billion more to modernize America’s aging air traffic control system. Explore the rising $42.5 billion price tag, GAO oversight concerns, and where the new funding would go.Read More →
