The Pentagon and the Federal Aviation Administration have agreed to conduct anti-drone laser tests in New Mexico this weekend, following two instances where military laser deployments prompted sudden airspace closures in Texas. Scheduled for Saturday and Sunday at the White Sands Missile Range, these tests aim to “specifically address FAA safety concerns,” the military stated…
A fatal helicopter crash southeast of Phoenix involved a slackline, also known as a highline, which investigators say the aircraft struck before plunging into a canyon. The crash occurred Jan. 2 in Telegraph Canyon, south of Superior and about 65 miles east of Phoenix. Authorities said preliminary evidence indicates that a recreational slackline more than…
An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot indicted for trying to shut off a passenger jet’s engines mid-flight in 2023 recalled the scary moment he slipped out of reality after eating “magic mushrooms.” Former airline captain Joseph Emerson said he takes full responsibility for the night in October 2023 that changed his life. “I had no intention…
The Federal Aviation Administration said Sunday it is lifting all restrictions on commercial flights that were imposed at 40 major airports during the country’s longest government shutdown. Airlines can resume their regular flight schedules beginning Monday at 6 a.m. EST, the agency said. The announcement was made in a joint statement by Transportation Secretary Sean…
1m ago Travelers turn to buses and trains to avoid flight delays, cancellations At Atlanta’s Greyhound station, Sandro Martinez was one of many airline passengers who hit the road to get home. Martinez flew to Atlanta from Newark, New Jersey, and planned on taking another flight to Greenville, South Carolina. But with his connecting…
Major flight cancellations increase amid shutdown staffing shortages – CBS News Watch CBS News Thousands of flights were canceled on Friday at major U.S. airports, causing further travel delays amid air traffic control staffing issues stemming from the government shutdown. Source link
What to expect if you’re traveling by air as flight delays surge – CBS News Watch CBS News Flight delays surged this week as the government shutdown continued to cause air traffic control staffing issues. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has tips on what to expect and how to plan ahead. Source…
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Federal Aviation Administration on Tuesday halted traffic at Reagan Washington National Airport after a reported threat against a United Airlines plane. The FAA said operations were halted after a reported security issue and passengers have been taken off the plane, and the aircraft is away from the terminal while…
U.S. airports see major delays amid shutdown staffing shortages – CBS News Watch CBS News Some of the busiest airports in the U.S. are experiencing major delays caused by staffing issues from the ongoing government shutdown. Source link
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Federal Aviation Administration on Friday delayed flights at airports in Austin, Newark and Nashville as air traffic control staffing problems continue to snarl flights and a government shutdown hits its 31st day. At least nine FAA facilities were facing staffing issues on Friday and the agency said it was…