NEWSSep 28, 2024NTSB Issues Urgent Warning After 737 Rudder Control FailuresThe US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued an alert regarding a defective component in certain Boeing 737 aircraft that could potentially cause rudder control system failure.Read More →
NEWSSep 02, 2024SWISS to Install 3000 Pound Lead Weights on Aircraft to Balance New First Class SeatsSwiss International Airlines is facing a whole other problem: the weight of airplane seats itself. So, what is the problem, and what is the solution? Let's find out.
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NEWSJul 17, 2024Russian Sukhoi Superjet Crashes Due to Parts ProblemThe ongoing Western sanctions on Russia's aviation industry have had devastating impacts on the country's aviation sector. Sanctions prevent Russian carriers from procuring new parts to maintain their fleets of not only Western-built aircraft but Russian ones too. This roadblock has eventually caused another plane crash in Russia.Read More →
NEWSJun 27, 2024NASA Astronauts Stuck on ISS Due To Boeing Starliner Technical FaultsNASA astronauts are stuck in space with no set return date to Earth due to several mechanical issues with its Starliner spacecraft. Read More →
NEWSJun 22, 2024Collision Risks as Australia Struggle With Airport Staff ShortagesIndustries around the world have been suffering from staff shortages coming out of the pandemic. The travel sector and especially aviation have experienced these struggles first-hand. In Australia, a staff shortage among air traffic controllers has become a huge point of concern as many fear that the chances of a collision have risen.Read More →
STORIESJun 01, 2024The Challenges With Pratt & Whitney's PW1100g EnginesPratt & Whitney, a Canidian Engine manufacturer company has resulted in challenges for the Airbus A320 Neo family powered by their GTF (Geared Turbofan engines). Pratt & Whitney has been going through a rough patch in recent years. Many of the manufacturer's recent woes have been attributed to issues involving its PW1100G engines.Read More →
NEWSMay 10, 2024Spirit Airlines Hit With Engine Issues Amid Revenue StrugglesSpirit Airlines, America's largest ultra-low-cost airline, is struggling with various aspects of its operation. The carrier is expecting less revenue in the second quarter of 2024, an issue that stems from a multitude of issues.Read More →
NEWSNov 10, 2023$1 Airline Tickets Up For Grabs as China Southern Experiences Technical IssuesChina Southern Airlines accidentally sold tickets for as low as $1.30 due to a two-hour technical glitch on November 8. The Guangzhou-based airline noticed something wrong when passengers posted about extremely cheap flights on Chinese social media. The glitch affected the carrier's mobile app and certain ticket-booking platforms.Read More →
NEWSApr 19, 2023New Supplier Issues Hamper 737 MAX Deliveries This SummerBoeing's latest quality problem in production will result in fewer 737 MAXs being delivered to airlines in time for the summer season.Read More →
NEWSJun 16, 2021Hundreds of Southwest Airlines Flights Affected by System-Wide Computer GlitchOn Tuesday, more than 500 flights were canceled with hundreds of other flights being delayed following "network connectivity" issues. This is the second time in 24 hours that the airline was forced to halt operations.Read More →
