A serious aviation safety incident unfolded in Aloha, Oregon, when a man on the ground aimed a high-powered laser at a law enforcement helicopter during a critical phase of flight. The aircraft, an Airbus H125 operated by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, was preparing to land at Hillsboro Airport on October 3, 2025, when the cockpit was suddenly illuminated by a green laser. (airguide.info) More...
Whether you are a frequent business traveler looking for a more convenient commute or a vacationer dreaming of your next escape, the airline industry is constantly evolving to bring the world closer to your doorstep. (dcnewsroom.blogspot.com) More...
The grounding of the Boeing 737 Max triggered a wave of lawsuits following two fatal crashes that killed 346 people worldwide. While passenger claims dominated headlines, another high-profile legal battle continues to unfold, this time involving pilots from Southwest Airlines. (airguide.info) More...
Southwest Airlines surprised a retiring Spirit pilot with a special sendoff after he missed his planned retirement flight with Spirit. (www.gatechecked.com) More...
FedEx is poised with a new part and inspection schedule, pilot training and aircraft testing to resume MD-11 flying once the FAA signs off. (www.freightwaves.com) More...
A passenger diagnosed with hantavirus was briefly on board a KLM Royal Dutch Airlines aircraft in Johannesburg before being removed prior to departure, according to Dutch health authorities. The incident has prompted precautionary contact measures, though officials stress the risk to other passengers remains very low. (airguide.info) More...
The U.S. Air Force is aiming to deploy a luxury Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar as part of the presidential Air Force One fleet by the Fourth of July, potentially giving President Donald Trump a new aircraft in time for America’s 250th anniversary celebrations. (airguide.info) More...
