INFORMATIONALJan 01, 2026ATC ‘Keep Your Speed Up’ Instruction Preceded United 737 MAX 8 Houston Runway ExcursionFreshly 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 →
STORIESJan 01, 2026“I’m Not Okay”: Chilling Audio Captures Near-Disaster as Pilot Tries to Kill EnginesThe aviation community and the public are getting a chilling, firsthand look at the moments of near-catastrophe aboard Alaska Airlines Flight 2059 (operated by Horizon Air). Newly released cockpit voice recordings (CVR), made public in early January 2026 following the conclusion of legal proceedings, capture the exact moment off-duty pilot Joseph Emerson attempted to shut down the aircraft's engines mid-flight.Read More →
INFORMATIONALJan 01, 2026How Guides Can Manage Seasonal Demand and Last-Minute Bookings With Better Planning ToolsLearn how outdoor professionals handle seasonal demand and last-minute bookings with simple planning tools, organized workflows, and smart scheduling habits that keep busy seasons stress-free.Read More →
NEWSDec 29, 2025FAA Finalises AD to Resolve A350 Flight-Control HazardThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule, Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2025-25-12, aimed at eliminating a critical "runaway" flight control hazard affecting the Airbus A350-900 and A350-1041 fleets. The directive, published today, December 29, 2025, mandates the installation of new flight-control software to prevent uncommanded surface movements that could lead to a loss of aircraft control.Read More →
STORIESDec 29, 2025How Drone Swarms Rewrote the Rules of AviationFor a century, aviation has been defined by the "Lone Wolf" model: one pilot, one aircraft, one mission. But as we close out 2025, that paradigm has officially collapsed. This year, the aviation industry didn't just see better drones; it witnessed the birth of collective intelligence.Read More →
NEWSDec 29, 2025AeroXplorer Named Official Media Partner for Airliners International 2026 in DenverAeroXplorer is proud to announce its appointment as the Official Media Partner for Airliners International™ 2026 Denver. This partnership marks a significant collaboration between the world's largest airline collectibles show and one of the fastest-growing digital voices in the aviation industry.Read More →
NEWSDec 23, 2025Ryanair to Appeal $302 Million Italian Fine Over Alleged Travel Agency RestrictionsRyanair has announced its intention to challenge a €255.8 million ($302 million) fine imposed by Italy's competition authority, which accused the airline of obstructing travel agencies and online booking platforms from selling its flights.Read More →
NEWSDec 18, 2025Citation C550 Fireball: Greg Biffle and Five Others Killed in Failed Emergency Landing at KSVHThe aviation community and the world of motorsports are in mourning today, December 18, 2025, following a catastrophic accident at Statesville Regional Airport (KSVH). A Cessna Citation II (C550), linked to retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle, crashed while attempting an emergency landing shortly after takeoff, claiming the lives of all six people on board.Read More →
NEWSDec 18, 2025U.S. Government Admits Liability in Fatal Mid-Air CollisionIn a stunning legal reversal that has sent shockwaves through the aviation industry, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a 209-page court document late Wednesday admitting that government negligence was a proximate cause of the January 29, 2025, mid-air collision over the Potomac River.Read More →
NEWSNov 19, 2025Buraq Air Expands Fleet with New Airbus A320neo Aircraft OrderBuraq Air has made a significant commitment to expanding its fleet with an order for 10 Airbus A320neo aircraft, reflecting its focus on modernization and sustainability in the aviation sector.Read More →
