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Gatwick Airport: Second runway backed by government

bbc.com Aviation UK

The UK government has conditionally approved a second runway at Gatwick Airport, pending the implementation of noise reduction measures and other conditions.

Scoperte criticità nel sistema di sicurezza degli aerei di linea - Frontiere - Ansa.it

ansa.it Aviation World

Researchers have discovered critical vulnerabilities in airline safety systems that could create false collision warnings or disable collision avoidance mechanisms.

Why does China’s secret next-gen stealth plane have three engines? This could be the answer

telegraph.co.uk Aviation China

The three-engine design of China's next-generation stealth fighter, the J-36, likely stems from a need to power its advanced systems and high-power demands, highlighting both progress and limitations in Chinese fighter technology.

Swiss erweitert Gepäckfächer: Handgepäck-Problem gelöst?

nzz.ch Aviation Switzerland

Swiss International Air Lines is upgrading its mid-haul fleet with larger overhead bins to alleviate delays caused by passengers carrying excessive hand luggage.

East Anglia set to be the UK hub for aviation innovation | Lowestoft Journal

lowestoftjournal.co.uk Aviation UK

East Anglia is poised to become the UK's leading hub for aviation innovation, focusing on electric aircraft, drones, and sustainable aviation fuels.

Ryanair dismisses hundreds of reader baggage experiences as misinformed ‘hearsay’ – The Irish Times

irishtimes.com Aviation Ireland

Ryanair dismisses numerous passenger complaints about increased baggage fees as misinformation, despite numerous accounts contradicting the airline's claims of unchanged policy.

New video of China’s tailless, triple-engine J-36 fighter jet has military aviation community buzzing | CNN

cnn.com Aviation World

New images of China's advanced J-36 fighter jet, a tailless, three-engine aircraft, have sparked discussion within the military aviation community regarding its potential to rival US advancements.

New imagery reveals additional details of China's tailless aircraft

janes.com Aviation China

New images reveal previously unseen details of China's Shenyang J-XD and Chengdu J-36 tailless stealth aircraft, which have been undergoing flight tests since December 2024.

‘Frankenjet’ stealth fighter made from two wrecked warplanes joins US Air Force fleet | CNN

cnn.com Aviation USA

The US Air Force successfully repaired and reactivated a damaged F-35 stealth fighter, nicknamed 'Frankenjet,' by combining parts from two previously wrecked aircraft, resulting in significant cost savings.

New York helicopter crashes into Hudson River

smh.com.au Aviation USA

A helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near Lower Manhattan, resulting in six fatalities and prompting investigations by the FAA and NTSB.

Helicopter Crash Highlights: Five Tourists and Pilot Killed When Helicopter Crashes Into Hudson River - The New York Times

nytimes.com Aviation USA

A helicopter crash in the Hudson River, killing six people including a family of four and the pilot, highlights safety concerns regarding the operating company's past incidents and financial difficulties.

3 people killed after small plane crashes on busy Boca Raton street | CNN

cnn.com Aviation Florida

A twin-engine Cessna 310 crashed in Boca Raton, Florida, killing three people onboard and injuring one on the ground.

Jetstar pilot stood down from flying after assault charge

theage.com.au Aviation Australia

A Jetstar pilot, Grant Johns, has been stood down from flying after being charged with assault and recklessly causing injury.

Inside the Airbus Plan to Cut Near-Misses and Delays at Airports - Business Insider

businessinsider.com Aviation World

Airbus is developing autonomous taxiing technology for aircraft to mitigate airport congestion and the rising number of near-miss incidents.

6 Dead After Private Plane Crashes in Hudson Valley - The New York Times

nytimes.com Aviation USA

A twin-engine plane crashed in New York's Hudson Valley, killing all six passengers, including three couples en route to a birthday celebration and Passover Seder.

Company Involved in Hudson River Helicopter Crash Shuts Down: FAA - Business Insider

businessinsider.com Aviation United States

Following a fatal helicopter crash in New York's Hudson River, the involved company, New York Helicopter Tours, is shutting down operations, prompting an FAA review and NTSB investigation.

CAA criticised for delays in handling student pilot’s mid-air sexual contact complaint - NZ Herald

nzherald.co.nz Aviation New Zealand

The New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) faces criticism for its delayed and inadequate handling of a student pilot's complaint regarding mid-air sexual contact, as revealed by an ombudsman's investigation.

EE UU cierra con efecto «inmediato» la empresa del accidente de helicóptero en el que murió la familia española | El Correo

elcorreo.com Aviation United States

Following a fatal helicopter crash in New York's Hudson River that killed a Spanish family, the FAA immediately shut down the involved company, New York Helicopter Tours, and launched an investigation.

Boom Supersonic: Denver-based aviation company wants to reinvent flight

theage.com.au Aviation World

Boom Supersonic, a Denver-based company, aims to revolutionize air travel with its Overture supersonic jet, aiming for faster, more affordable supersonic flights while addressing the challenges faced by the Concorde.

Appleton airport expands ahead of 2025 NFL Draft

dailyreporter.com Aviation Wisconsin

Appleton International Airport is undergoing a $70 million expansion to accommodate the anticipated influx of 30,000 passengers during the 2025 NFL Draft, incorporating sustainable features and improved accessibility.

What the closure of Avelo Airlines’ local hub could mean for Sonoma County - PD Plus

pressdemocrat.com Aviation United States

Avelo Airlines' unexpected closure of its Sonoma County hub, partly due to a deportation flights contract, will impact the airport and local tourism, despite claims of minimal financial effects.

Helicopter fat cat behind doomed company that led an innocent family to their deaths in NYC horror plunge | Daily Mail Online

dailymail.co.uk Aviation USA

A helicopter tour company owned by a wealthy man crashed in New York City, killing a family of five and the pilot, raising questions about safety and the company's financial state.

India must fly with China's Boeing bar - The Economic Times

economictimes.indiatimes.com Aviation India

China's Boeing restrictions offer Indian airlines a chance to expedite aircraft deliveries, boosting competitiveness and creating opportunities in the aviation ecosystem.

Helicopter scrambles to site of air crash on K’gari

watoday.com.au Aviation Australia

A helicopter or gyrocopter crashed near a camping area on K'gari (Fraser Island), prompting a rescue operation for one injured but conscious patient.

WestJet plots new links between Winnipeg, East Coast – Winnipeg Free Press

winnipegfreepress.com Aviation Canada

WestJet is expanding its flight routes from Winnipeg to the East Coast, increasing connectivity within Canada and providing better access to European destinations.

How measurements work in aviation: The rules and figures pilots need to know

smh.com.au Aviation World

This article details the various units of measurement used in aviation, highlighting the inconsistencies and challenges faced by pilots due to differing systems across countries.