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FAA Proposes Federal Standard for Crew Breaks
Recent litigation prompted the proposal, which would preempt state and local meal and rest break laws for Part 121 crews.
AVweb•Matt Ryan6 JulFederal Aviation Administration — page 13
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Isaacman Flew F-5 In July 4 Flyover After FAA Denial
The FAA had classified the vintage jets as “very high-risk.”
AVweb•Matt Ryan6 JulA
Delta A319 Reports Firework Strike
The FAA said it will investigate after the July Fourth incident at Midway.
AVweb•Matt Ryan6 JulA
FAA Proposes New Inspection Rating For Mechanics
The proposal would replace the current inspection authorization renewal process.
AVweb•Matt Ryan3 Jul
FAA orders inspections on Boeing 747-8F after fuselage cracks found
Directive applies to 11 US-registered freighters and requires structural inspections and repairs if damage is detected
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier3 JulFB
AvTalk Episode 377: About that low, low pass by the 777
On this week’s episode of AvTalk, a pair of powerful earthquakes cause widespread damage and significant loss of life in Venezuela. We look at how aid is reaching the country and the impacts on commercial aviation. A low pass at Horseshoe Bay by a 777 is under investigation by the FAA. After a small aircraft crashed into the tallest tower in Beijing late last week, Chinese authorities are implementing further restrictions on general aviation flights in the country. An Electra Airways A320 operating from Warsaw to Tel Aviv on behalf of LOT accidentally squawked 7500 — signaling unlawful interference on the flight deck. Helpful links for this week’s episode * 777 low pass video and data * Accidental squawk 7500 Please check back soon for a transcript of this episode.
Flightradar24 Blog•Flightradar243 JulCF
Natilus receives FAA project number for Kona
Natilus this week received the FAA project number for its Kona blended-wing freighter aircraft as it targets test flights in 2027 and type certification by 2029. For Natilus, “the project number is monumental” in setting the tone for the Kona certification timeline — it normally takes three to five years to bring the aircraft to […]
FAA issues new 737 MAX directive over cabin overheating risk
Circuit breaker failures can prevent air conditioning systems from cooling engine bleed air, prompting additional pilot procedures
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier2 JulA
FAA Issues Guidance On Trump Airport Name Change
Operators may need to update certificates, authorizing documents and airport data before fall.
AVweb•Matt Ryan1 Jul
FAA proposes ending 50-year ban on overland supersonic flights
Rule change could pave the way for aircraft such as Boom's Overture. At the same time, NASA continues work on technologies designed to reduce sonic booms
Air Data News•Ricardo Meier1 Jul
FAA proposes rule to enable supersonic flight over the continental United States
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new rule that would set the stage for civil supersonic…
AeroTime•Jean Carmela Lim1 JulAG
Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announces supersonic flight is Coming to the U.S.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is taking a pivotal step toward enabling civil supersonic flights over the continental United States. Follow Aeronews...
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Praetor 500E earns triple certification
Embraer’s Praetor 500E has received triple certification from Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), clearing the aircraft for operation in key global markets. Unveiled in February 2026 alongside the Praetor 600E as the first evolution of the Praetor family, the Praetor […]
AviTrader•Heike Tamm1 Jul
U.S. Moves Closer to Supersonic Flights Over Land with New FAA Rules
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing new noise standards to make civil supersonic travel over the continental United States possible.
AviationSource News•Len Varley1 Jul
Embraer’s Praetor 500E wins triple certification
Embraer announced that the Praetor 500E has received triple certification from Brazil’s Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC — Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the European […]
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FAA Weighs Drone Restrictions Near Critical Infrastructure
The proposed rule would create a process for limiting drone operations near certain fixed site facilities.
AVweb•Matt Ryan30 JunAN
FAA Investigates After JetBlue Flight Collides With Drone During JFK Airport Approach
AviationNews – The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation after a JetBlue passenger jet collided with a consumer drone during its descent...
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FAA Proposes Streamlined Certification Process to Accelerate Commercial Aircraft Approvals
AviationNews – The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a significant acceleration in the certification of new commercial aircraft without compromising existing safety standards....
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FAA Investigates JetBlue Drone Strike
The aircraft landed normally at JFK and a post-flight inspection found no damage.
AVweb•Matt Ryan29 JunH
USDOT and FAA break ground on AAM research facility
The Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are breaking ground on a new facility at the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City to support research, training and operational analysis for advanced air mobility aircraft. The Vertical Take-Off and Landing Procedures and Analysis Range (V-PAR) will provide a dedicated environment for the FAA