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INFORMATIONAL Jan 05, 2026 EU’s €15M Vision for the Future Multirole Light Aircraft (FMLA) by 2035 The European Union has officially signalled its intent to develop a new class of low-observable, cost-effective combat aviation. In a move aimed at bridging the capability gap between high-end fifth-generation fighters and low-intensity mission requirements, the European Defence Fund (EDF) has allocated €15 million for the initial competition and design phase of the FMLA. Read More →
NEWS Jan 01, 2026 ATC ‘Keep Your Speed Up’ Instruction Preceded United 737 MAX 8 Houston Runway Excursion Freshly released investigative documents from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have shed new light on the March 8, 2024, runway excursion involving a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8. The report highlights a critical sequence of events in which Air Traffic Control (ATC) instructions, the pilot's perception of runway conditions, and a high-speed exit manoeuvre converged to send the aircraft into the grass at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Read More →
NEWS Dec 24, 2025 US Air Force to Launch New Experimental One-Way Attack Drone Unit In a move that signals a tectonic shift in American airpower, the U.S. Air Force is preparing to stand up its first-ever experimental unit dedicated solely to "One-Way Attack" (OWA) drones. Read More →
NEWS Dec 24, 2025 What You Don't Know About Airport Operations That Go Overnight Airports are like noisy cities. A dedicated team ensures everything works properly, even on the final flight of the night. Clean the aircraft, solve mechanical issues, and prepare for a busy day. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Dec 23, 2025 GTF Storage Crisis Deepens: 835 Aircraft Grounded as Pratt & Whitney Recalls Surge Post-Mid-Year The operational crisis surrounding the Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan (GTF) engine family has reached a new peak. As of late Q4 2025, the number of stored jets powered by the PW1000G family has climbed significantly, highlighting a widening gap between maintenance capacity and the relentless pace of engine recalls. Read More →
STORIES Dec 18, 2025 JetBlue Opens First-Ever ‘BlueHouse’ Lounge at JFK Terminal 5 Today marks a historic shift in JetBlue’s 25-year history as the airline officially opened the doors to BlueHouse™, its first-ever airport lounge. Located in Terminal 5 at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), the 9,000-square-foot flagship space welcomed its first guests at 5:00 a.m. ET, signalling the airline’s aggressive pivot toward a premium traveller strategy. Read More →
NEWS Dec 13, 2025 Engine Failure Forces United 777 Emergency Landing, Starts Brush Fire at Dulles Airport A United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER bound for Tokyo made a safe emergency landing at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) on Saturday afternoon after an engine failure shortly after takeoff ignited a brush fire near the runway. All 275 passengers and 15 crew members aboard United Flight 803 were reported uninjured. Read More →
NEWS Nov 23, 2025 U.S. Issues Warning for Airlines Flying over Venezuela The United States government has issued warnings to airlines flying over Venezuela following a rise in military activity. These warnings are based on reports of interference that could affect aircraft systems. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Nov 22, 2025 Attracting the Next Billion: The Psychology of "Free" in India's Digital Market To successfully attract this audience, one of the most powerful psychological tools in a marketer's arsenal is the concept of "free," particularly in the form of "no-deposit" offers. Read More →
NEWS Nov 17, 2025 Emirates Orders 65 Additional Boeing 777-9 at Dubai Airshow 2025 Emirates has announced an order for an additional 65 Boeing 777-9X aircraft today at the Dubai Airshow. This deal, valued at USD $38 billion, brings the airline's total 777-9X order count to 270 units. The agreement also includes options to convert orders 777-8 or 777-10 variants. Read More →