Researchers Demonstrate 60-Second 737 Avionics Attack
Proof-of-concept device could alter flight-management data after brief physical access to the aircraft.
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Two Soldiers Killed In Fort Hood Apache Accident
AH-64E went down during a routine training flight near Salado, Texas, and sparked a grass fire.
FAA Gives AMEs More Authority on Mental Health Medical Renewals
New pathway allows eligible pilots with anxiety, depression and related conditions to receive subsequent Special Issuance medical certificates from their AMEs.
New Surface Radar at Newark as Modernization Push Continues
Officials say the system will give controllers a clearer picture of aircraft and vehicle movements
Two Killed in S-64 Skycrane Accident Fighting Utah Wildfire
The heavy-lift helicopter went down Friday during water-dropping operations on the Widemouth 2 Fire.
Severe Runway Incursions Jump 44% in 2025
Overall runway incursions declined slightly, while the FAA reported an increase in the most serious events.
Sheriff Reports Oregon Cirrus Crash Was Intentional
The pilot was the sole occupant of the SR22T during the five-hour flight.
Colorado’s Centennial Airport Hangar Rent Dispute Heads to Court
Pilots at Colorado’s Centennial Airport have taken their fight over a nearly 82% hangar rent increase to court.
Bipartisan Senate Bill Targets Airport Surface Safety
The Runway SAFE-T Act is aimed at reducing runway incursions through better airport vehicle training and safety technology.
Military GPS Jamming Under Scrutiny In Fatal New Mexico Medevac Accident
A military GPS jamming exercise is under scrutiny as investigators examine whether it contributed to the fatal crash of a medevac King Air in New Mexico.
