European Union Aviation Safety Agency
Everything filed under certification and regulators in our aircraft coverage, the 36 reports filed on it so far.
Garmin Autoland Certified for Pilatus PC-12 PRO
The Pilatus PC-12 PRO single-engine turboprop has received FAA and EASA certification for Garmin's Emergency Autoland system, a safety feature that...
Madrid Airport's Official Spotter Area and Key Locations
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport is a premier European plane spotting destination, featuring a dedicated official viewing area, significant Latin
Boeing Union Urges Members to Accept New Contract Offer
SPEEA union leaders are recommending Boeing's latest contract proposal to 17,000 members, aiming to avert a strike after a previous offer was...
Japan's Unique Aircraft for Aviation Enthusiasts
A guide for plane spotters visiting Japan highlights distinctive domestic airlines and aircraft rarely seen outside the country, including ANA's...
Hapag-Lloyd's Aviation Legacy Lives On in TUI Heritage Jet
The classic German holiday airline Hapag-Lloyd Flug, known for its orange and blue jets, operated from 1973 until its integration into TUI fly.
Joby Aviation Flies Cessna Caravan Coast-to-Coast
Joby Aviation completed a 3,199-mile autonomous flight across the United States using a converted Cessna Caravan, with a safety pilot onboard but no
Joby's autonomous Caravan completes coast-to-coast US flight
A Joby-modified Cessna Caravan flew 3,199 miles autonomously from California to North Carolina without control input from its onboard safety pilot
Joby's Autonomous Caravan Completes Coast-to-Coast Flight
Joby Aviation's modified Cessna 208 Grand Caravan completed a 3,200-mile autonomous flight from California to North Carolina with no pilot control...
Unusual Aircraft Graveyards Hold Aviation History
Beyond typical boneyards, unique sites like a stranded Trident in Cyprus and a lagoon full of WWII warbirds preserve rare chapters of aviation...
F-22 Pilot Receives Top Safety Award for Belly Landing
USAF Captain Michael Cloninger earned the Koren Kolligian Jr. Trophy for safely belly-landing an F-22 Raptor in the Middle East after a wheel...
Korean Air partners with TAI on Thai military aircraft MRO
Korean Air signed a teaming agreement with Thai Aviation Industries to provide depot-level maintenance for Thailand's military aircraft, starting with
Boeing 777X's Wingtip Safety Systems Prevent Folded Takeoff
The Boeing 777X is physically and electronically prevented from taking off with its folding wingtips retracted, a critical safety feature mandated for
NBAA: Bird Strikes, Engine Failures Top Q2 2026 Safety Risks
The NBAA's second-quarter 2026 safety analysis identifies bird strikes, powerplant failures, and collisions as the most common factors in business...
NBAA Q2 2026: Powerplant Failures Top Safety Concerns
The NBAA's second-quarter 2026 safety review found powerplant failures and takeoff/landing collisions were leading concerns in business aviation...
Cirrus SR22T G7+ Listed for $1.4 Million
A 2025 Cirrus SR22T G7+ with 130 hours is a top pick for sale, featuring a turbocharged engine, advanced avionics, and an emergency autoland safety...
Apollo Funds Buys Atlantic Aviation Stake
Apollo Funds buys a major stake in Atlantic Aviation from KKR, valuing the FBO network at nearly $10 billion. KKR will remain a significant...
Rheinmetall LUNA NG drone gets Bundeswehr
Germany's military aviation authority has granted provisional airworthiness certification to the Rheinmetall LUNA NG unmanned reconnaissance system
NORAD F-16s Intercept 5 Aircraft in Houston
NORAD F-16 fighter jets intercepted five general aviation aircraft for violating a Temporary Flight Restriction during President Trump's visit to...
Delta Pilot Scheduling Under Negotiation
Delta Air Lines and its pilots' union are negotiating scheduling practices as the current agreement nears expiration.
EASA downgrades Jordan airspace risk
The EU aviation safety agency downgraded Jordan's conflict zone risk to medium on August 31, 2026, the same day Jordan intercepted eight missiles.
Airlink Jets' 41-Foot Stadium Flyover Sparks
Airlink jets flew 41-46 feet over a Cape Town rugby stadium, sparking safety debate. The airline says the maneuver was approved by aviation...
FAA, AOPA Outline Six Critical Checks for
The FAA and AOPA Air Safety Institute have detailed six pre-flight checks pilots must conduct before flying in mountainous terrain.
United Airlines to launch shortest Europe
United Airlines will start its shortest European route, a 5h15 flight from Newark to Lajes in the Azores, in June 2027 using Boeing 737 MAX 8...
Chicago O'Hare Hilton Plane Spotting Review
A review of the Chicago O'Hare Hilton Hotel as a plane spotting location, detailing room views, photography conditions, and costs for aviation...