The federal government shutdown strain on air traffic controllers is evident as they perform essential work without pay, while rising sick calls, reduced support, and cascading delays cut capacity at busy hubs. Controllers remain at safety critical positions without regular …
With Advanced Satellites and AI, Airbus Forges a New Era in Predicting the Weather
A transformative shift in weather forecasting is underway, driven by aerospace innovation. Airbus is at the forefront of this change, leveraging advanced satellites, sophisticated sensors, and artificial intelligence to dramatically improve the accuracy and reliability of our weather predictions. Advancing …
Beyond Aero Pushes Boundaries With Bizjet Hydrogen Propulsion System Milestone
Beyond Aero has reached a key milestone in bizjet hydrogen propulsion, demonstrating a full scale system for its BYA-1 and achieving Technology Readiness Level 6 (TRL6). This advance moves the concept closer to flight tests and eventual certification for a …
Air Traffic Controller Shortage Creates Safety Risk at Nashville Airport
The air traffic controller shortage causing a safety risk in Nashville is clear in the staffing data: Nashville Tower (BNA) has a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) target of 39 but only 30 CPCs on board, with 9 in training, as …
No More Paper Boarding Passes: Ryanair Goes Fully Digital
Ryanair abandoning paper boarding passes becomes reality on November 12th, 2025. On that date, the airline transitions to 100% digital boarding passes via the myRyanair app, following a short delay from the original November 3rd target. From optional mobile passes …
Mental Health in Aviation Act Passage: What It Means for Pilots & Safety
The recent passage of the Mental Health in Aviation Act in the U.S. House marks a pivotal shift for aviation professionals accessing mental health care. This legislation aims to reduce regulatory barriers, modernize Federal Aviation Administration medical certification, and destigmatize …
Embraer Jet Milestone: 2,000th Business Aircraft Delivered
A new Embraer Jet Milestone was reached on August 28, 2025, as the company delivered its 2,000th business aircraft. The aircraft, a Praetor 500, was handed over to a corporate flight department during a ceremony at Embraer’s Global Customer Center …
Drunk and Naked: Airline Pilot Suspended After Shocking Resort Incident
Reports of a drunk and naked airline pilot emerged after guests at a luxury Cape Verde resort alerted staff and later the airline. Witnesses claimed a uniformed captain appeared intoxicated and unclothed in public areas early in the morning. Multiple …
Teen’s ATC Incident Echoes Past Disasters, Sparks Immediate Regulatory Crackdown
Colombian authorities suspended multiple air traffic controllers at Bogotá’s El Dorado International Airport after an 18-year-old visitor issued takeoff clearances for departing aircraft. This teenager air traffic incident revealed serious breaches of aviation safety, prompting an immediate investigation by Aeronáutica …
How the Aviation Industry United to Aid Texas Flood Victims
After the devastating July 2025 floods in Central Texas, the aviation industry quickly mobilized to provide crucial support. General aviation pilots delivered essential supplies while advanced aircraft conducted aerial surveys, making aviation flood relief efforts vital to the ongoing recovery …










