NEWSJan 27, 2026Southwest’s New Era Begins: Assigned Seating Now in EffectEvery Southwest Airlines flight taking off across the globe will utilise assigned seating, marking the most significant operational shift in the carrier’s history. The move, first announced in 2024, aims to modernise the airline’s image and capture a larger "share of wallet" from travellers who previously shunned the carrier due to the uncertainty of its boarding process.Read More →
NEWSJan 27, 2026American Airlines Doubles Down on Premium Offerings to Offset Stormy 2026 OutlookAmerican Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) unveiled a complex financial tapestry today, January 27, 2026, reporting a staggering record for top-line growth that stands in stark contrast to its vulnerable bottom line. Read More →
NEWSJan 27, 2026High-Altitude Research Plane Makes Dramatic Belly Landing at Ellington AirportAt approximately 11:30 a.m. local time, the NASA WB-57 Canberra, one of only three such vintage aircraft still in operation globally, encountered a critical landing gear failure while returning to base. Witnesses and dramatic cell phone footage captured the moment the aircraft touched down on Runway 17R-35L without its wheels deployed. Read More →
NEWSJan 26, 2026Airbus Helicopters Reports 20% Order Jump as Global Defence Demand PeaksPropelled by a historic surge in European defence spending and the successful global rollout of its next-generation platforms, Airbus Helicopters has reported a banner year for 2025. Read More →
NEWSJan 26, 2026FAA Finalises ‘Exceedingly Rare’ Rules After Deadly DCA MidairIn the shadow of the first anniversary of the deadliest midair collision in recent American history, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has moved to permanently rewrite the rules of the sky over the nation’s capital.
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NEWSJan 26, 2026Washington D.C. Activates "Athena" Sensor Web to Shield National Capital AirspaceAs the United States enters a landmark year of national celebration and global sporting events, the defence of the National Capital Region (NCR) has undergone a silent yet profound technological evolution.Read More →
NEWSJan 26, 2026Delta Air Lines Commits $250 Million to Forge a New Southern PowerhouseIn a move that cements the "Silicon Hills" as a primary theatre of war for North American aviation supremacy, Delta Air Lines has today, January 26, 2026, finalised a staggering $250 million investment into Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). Read More →
NEWSJan 25, 2026Private Jet Carrying Eight Crashes During Takeoff in Bangor, MaineA Bombardier Challenger 650 carrying eight people crashed while attempting to depart Bangor International Airport on Sunday night, January 25, amid a severe winter storm.Read More →
NEWSJan 24, 2026VIDEO: 6 Injured After Car Crashes Into DTW Check-In CountersShortly before 9:00 PM on Friday, January 23, 2026, a silver Mercedes-Benz drove through the glass facade of Detroit Airport's main entrance. Six individuals were treated at the scene for various injuries sustained during the impact and the ensuing chaos.Read More →
NEWSJan 22, 2026Qatari-Gifted 747 Set to Complete $400M Air Force One Retrofit this SummerThe U.S. Air Force has confirmed that it is on track to deliver a Boeing 747, gifted by the government of Qatar, to serve as an interim presidential transport aircraft by summer 2026.Read More →
