Bomb Threats Temporarily Disrupt Operations At Canadian Airports
Bomb threats disrupted operations at several Canadian airports on Thursday morning, prompting evacuations and brief ground stops.
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Controller Shortage Snarls Vancouver Traffic
Thousands of long holiday weekend travelers were disrupted by traffic slowdown.
Pilot Dodged Turtle Just Before Fatal Crash
Not clear if that was a factor in the accident.
Survivors Reportedly Jumped From Burning Balloon Basket
Basket fire in a tourist balloon killed eight in Brazil.
EASA Pulls Back On Single-Pilot Ops
Agency says even the most modern flight decks are not sophisticated enough to fill in for one pilot.
FAA Q&A Lays Down The Law On Banning 100LL
Wording leaves little doubt as to complying with terms of the Reauthorization Act of 2024.
FAA Pick’s Commercial Rating Claim Questioned
Bryan Bedford appeared before the Senate Commerce Committee last week.
Air India Pilot Issued Mayday: ‘Thrust Not Achieved’
Poor-quality video basis for rampant speculation about crash cause.
