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  • The Ronald Regan Washington National Airport air control tower looms over the airport terminal.
    55

    Feds Begin Leaving The Skies To AI In DC, Kick Off $875 Million Investment On SMART AI Tool

    For now, the soft rollout is underway and the AI SMART software is expected to be fully implemented in airports across the country by 2028.

    By Lalita Chemello 16 hours ago Read More
  • One of America's and the world's busiest airports, Newark Liberty Airport provides air travelers with domestic and international flights operated by 50 carriers.
    36

    Cut Fiber Optic Cable Plunges New York City And Philadelphia Airports Into Chaos

    FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said it would take 13 hours to repair, but the fix should be completed soon — still, hundreds of flights have been canceled.

    By Ryan Erik King 1 day ago Read More
  • The Martin-Baker Tie Club patch sitting on top of the navy blue tie given to members
    12

    A Silk Necktie Is The Symbol For The Most Grateful Club Of Military Pilots

    Since the first in-service ejection in 1949, Martin-Baker claims that its seats have saved over 7,800 lives.

    By Ryan Erik King 4 days ago Read More
  • American Airlines Boeing 737-8MAX taking off
    77

    American Airlines Expecting To Pay Extra $1 Billion For Fuel Thanks To Iran War

    While the carrier is attempting to cut its fuel use by preemptively canceling flights, the added cost will ultimately be reflected in higher ticket prices.

    By Ryan Erik King 4 days ago Read More
  • A family welcomes a teenager home at an airport gate
    40

    TSA May Let You Welcome Your Loved Ones Home Right At The Airport Gate Again

    You won't be able to eat at your favorite airport restaurant on a whim, but if you apply ahead of time, TSA may let you into a few select airports.

    By Nicholas Werner 13 days ago Read More
  • The Kettering Aerial Torpedo
    9

    The US Army Was Using Drones Way Before Most People Realize

    Early unmanned aircraft were developed over 100 years ago. It took a lot of work to get them off the ground, though, and to head toward their intended targets.

    By Ryan Erik King 15 days ago Read More
  • Fly over during the Castle Double Malt Rugby's Greatest Rivalry, 2nd Test match between South Africa and New Zealand at DHL Stadium on August 29, 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa.
    30

    Airline Defends Low Flyover Through Stadium Smokeshow

    The aerial display was admittedly cool as hell, especially with the second plane climbing through the smoke after clearing the playing surface.

    By Ryan Erik King 22 days ago Read More
  • A Douglas airplane shows off its propellor and the forward portion of its engine
    15

    Car Vs. Airplane Engines: Why They're Built Differently

    The engine in your car and the one in a small plane have more in common than you might think, but there are plenty of differences between the two. Here's why.

    By Erik Sherman 25 days ago Read More
  • Cargo airplane without windows
    150

    Airplanes Should Not Have Windows

    I'm sure a bunch of you disagree, so prepare to hurl insults at me in the comments below. I don't care if this makes you boo, I've seen what makes you cheer.

    By Brad Brownell 26 days ago Read More
  • An Air Canada Express plane sits on the tarmac after it collided with a fire truck on the tarmac at LaGuardia Airport on March 23, 2026 in New York City.
    26

    FAA Fires Two LaGuardia Controllers For Leaving Work Early Before Fatal Crash

    Veteran controllers revealed that it was common for shift supervisors to let overworked controllers go home early as a reward.

    By Ryan Erik King 26 days ago Read More
  • Spirit Airlines planes sit parked at the Phoenix Goodyear Airport on May 8, 2026 in Goodyear, Arizona. The budget airline ceased all operations on May 2, 2026.
    20

    Google Bid $10 Million For Spirit Airlines' Corporate Data To Train AI

    A bankruptcy court will decide whether or not to approve the sale to Google in early September.

    By Ryan Erik King 28 days ago Read More
  • A Boeing 737 Max 7 during a demonstration flight
    33

    Boeing's Smallest 737 Max Variant Finally Achieves FAA Certification After A Decade Of Trying

    It's yet another win for Boeing, which has been on a bit of a streak lately.

    By Nicholas Werner 28 days ago Read More
  • The researchers designed, built and programmed a small hardware device, which acts as a third-party entity that takes over two key computers on a 737 aircraft.
    8

    A $100 Coin-Sized Device Can Hijack A Boeing 737

    Before you cancel your flights, the team went out of its way to say that they all still fly on Boeing 737s. They don't think this is an imminent threat.

    By Nicholas Werner 1 month ago Read More
  • The U.S. Air Force One parked on tarmac at an airfield
    72

    5 Facts About Air Force One That We Swear We Didn't Make Up

    Air Force One isn't just a plush Boeing 747 that flies the president from point A to point B. It's an airborne oval office designed to survive a nuclear war.

    By Benjamin Gracias 1 month ago Read More
  • A JetBlue Airbus A320 at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport with a mobile staircase attached
    13

    Florida Man Just Needed A Nap, So He Jumped A Barbed Wire Fence To Break Into An Airbus A320 And Sleep In The Bathroom

    JetBlue is claiming that this entire incident caused a flight delay, costing the giant corporation a grand total of $2,400.

    By Nicholas Werner 1 month ago Read More
  • An airliner flies over the ocean toward the setting sun
    14

    Planes Have To Enter The 'Oceanic Entry Point' With Perfect Timing

    Pilots face unique challenges when flying over oceans, including a lack of radar coverage. Here's how they manage and why timing is so crucial in these zones.

    By Nicholas Werner 1 month ago Read More
  • A video of a dashcam video with a plane coming down towards a highway and sign.
    27

    21-Year-Old Flight Instructor Successfully Threads The Needle Through Highway Signage In Emergency Landing

    "I feel my training has prepared me exceptionally well for this moment," said Emily Shelton, the pilot who safely landed the plane.

    By Lalita Chemello 2 months ago Read More
  • Marine One carrying U.S. President Donald Trump departs from the Ellipse near the White House en route to Joint Base Andrews on August 04, 2026 in Washington, DC.
    89

    Marine One Came Within A Mile Of Hitting Regional Jet Over DC, Corps Called Flight Routine

    The cause of the two incidents may even be related.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • Apollo Medflite Beechcraft C90 N48AP medical transport arrival into runway 8 at Albuquerque Sunport international airport.
    30

    Civilian Medevac Crash Likely Caused By Military GPS Jamming Exercise

    The crash was likely the first for civilian aircraft in the United States where GPS jamming was a contributing factor.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • A Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric driving under the Stratolaunch Roc
    27

    Watch A Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric Drive Underneath The World's Largest Aircraft While It Takes Off

    Race car driver Patrick Long had to hold pace at the Cayenne EV's top speed while the massive Stratolaunch Roc took off, and the resulting video is awesome.

    By Amber DaSilva 2 months ago Read More
  • FDOT flying taxi proposal
    73

    Florida Thinks Flying Cars Are A Better Use Of $200 Million Than EV Chargers

    The cure for congestion is better public transit, but that conversation is so far outside the realm of possibility for Florida, it's not even worth having.

    By Andy Kalmowitz 2 months ago Read More
  • Two passengers talking on a plane
    230

    Religious Fanatics Replace Crying Babies As Worst Passengers To Encounter On Your Next Flight

    Sadly, the rest of the internet voicing its distain for sky preachers who ruin flights hasn't deterred this new generation of TikTok-fueled fanatics.

    By Collin Woodard 2 months ago Read More
  • Amelia Earhart standing next to her Lockheed Electra 10-E
    56

    Expedition Investigating Possible Wreckage Of Amelia Earhart's Plane Might Just Be Looking At A Downed Coconut Tree, But Why Not Check?

    For years, questions about Amelia Earhart's final flight have gone unanswered, but satellite images show what could be her plane on a remote island.

    By Justin Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Front three-quarters shot of a yellow Saab 9-5 wagon SARSYS Friction Tester parked in a parking lot
    9

    Volvos And Saabs Were Once Used As "Friction Testers" For Airport Runways

    Using friction testers in cars, especially in slippery conditions like snow or rain, can help keep planes safe during take-off and landing.

    By Logan K. Carter 2 months ago Read More
  • A model of the proposed paint scheme of the next generation of Air Force One is on display during a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and President Sergio Mattarella of Italy in the Oval Office of the White House October 16, 2019 in Washington, DC.
    86

    Boeing Has Now Lost Over $3 Billion On New Air Force One Program

    Trump returning to the White House in 2025 created an unforeseen problem: A petulant President expecting a new plane that wasn't ready.

    By Ryan Erik King 2 months ago Read More
  • Five freshly manufactured Boeing 737 Max aircraft parked at the company's airport in Renton, Washington
    42

    FAA Says Boeing Can Decide Whether Or Not Its Planes Are Safe, Again

    After some high-profile crashes, Boeing has finally re-earned the FAA's trust on self-certifying its planes.

    By Nicholas Werner 2 months ago Read More
  • Taika Waititi as Gandalf riding an eagle in an Air New Zealand in-flight safety video
    8

    In-Flight Safety Videos That Are Better Than The In-Flight Entertainment

    With massive budgets, big celebrity cameos, and premium production value, these are some of the best (and weirdest) in-flight safety videos ever made.

    By Nicholas Werner 2 months ago Read More
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