WATCH: Terrifying Video Shows Two Planes Just Barely Missing One Another At Chicago AirportA serious aviation incident was avoided at Chicago Midway Airport when a Southwest Airlines plane aborted its landing to avoid a private jet.
FAA tests Starlink terminals as Musk claims Verizon tech is 'not working' | TechCrunchFAA is testing SpaceX Starlink for air traffic control, citing issues with Verizon's system.
Flight Abruptly Rises to Avoid Plane Crossing Chicago RunwayA Southwest Airlines flight had to perform a go-around to avoid a collision with an unauthorized aircraft on the runway.
Small plane with five people onboard crashes in PennsylvaniaA small airplane crash in Lancaster, PA, injured multiple people and raised public concern about aviation safety.
Trump Nominates Bryan Bedford, Longtime Airlines Executive, to Lead FAABryan Bedford's appointment as F.A.A. administrator aims to reform the agency and ensure safety in aviation.
F.A.A.'s Main Warning System for Pilots Is Down, U.S. Official SaysThe FAA's primary NOTAM system experienced a temporary outage, but backup systems were effectively managing safety alerts for pilots.
WATCH: Terrifying Video Shows Two Planes Just Barely Missing One Another At Chicago AirportA serious aviation incident was avoided at Chicago Midway Airport when a Southwest Airlines plane aborted its landing to avoid a private jet.
FAA tests Starlink terminals as Musk claims Verizon tech is 'not working' | TechCrunchFAA is testing SpaceX Starlink for air traffic control, citing issues with Verizon's system.
Flight Abruptly Rises to Avoid Plane Crossing Chicago RunwayA Southwest Airlines flight had to perform a go-around to avoid a collision with an unauthorized aircraft on the runway.
Small plane with five people onboard crashes in PennsylvaniaA small airplane crash in Lancaster, PA, injured multiple people and raised public concern about aviation safety.
Trump Nominates Bryan Bedford, Longtime Airlines Executive, to Lead FAABryan Bedford's appointment as F.A.A. administrator aims to reform the agency and ensure safety in aviation.
F.A.A.'s Main Warning System for Pilots Is Down, U.S. Official SaysThe FAA's primary NOTAM system experienced a temporary outage, but backup systems were effectively managing safety alerts for pilots.
FAA Halts Flights After Musk's Starship Rocket Explodes and Rains Down DebrisFAA halted flights due to SpaceX Starship explosion, raising safety concerns over debris.Elon Musk's connection with the White House raises conflict of interest issues.
It Looks an Awful Lot Like Elon Musk Is Awarding a Huge Government Contract to SpaceXElon Musk is facing allegations of exploiting taxpayer resources and conflict of interest due to potential contracts awarded to SpaceX over Verizon.
Elon Musk gets $2bn FAA contract in 'glaring conflict of interest'Concerns over conflict of interest arise as FAA transfers a $2 billion contract to SpaceX.Musk's call for overhauling air traffic control technology highlights potential risks.
Amid a Musk-led overhaul, the FAA starts doing business with SpaceXFAA testing Starlink terminals for airspace network upgrades highlights conflicts of interest with Elon Musk.Concerns arise over the implications for existing contracts with Verizon Communications.
The FAA's Troubles Are More Serious Than You KnowThe FAA is in crisis mode due to cuts and interference, jeopardizing air safety.
Elon Musk Takes to X to Beg Retired Air Traffic Controllers to Return to Work: There is a Shortage'Elon Musk has called on retired air traffic controllers to return to address a perceived shortage in the aviation industry.
FAA Halts Flights After Musk's Starship Rocket Explodes and Rains Down DebrisFAA halted flights due to SpaceX Starship explosion, raising safety concerns over debris.Elon Musk's connection with the White House raises conflict of interest issues.
It Looks an Awful Lot Like Elon Musk Is Awarding a Huge Government Contract to SpaceXElon Musk is facing allegations of exploiting taxpayer resources and conflict of interest due to potential contracts awarded to SpaceX over Verizon.
Elon Musk gets $2bn FAA contract in 'glaring conflict of interest'Concerns over conflict of interest arise as FAA transfers a $2 billion contract to SpaceX.Musk's call for overhauling air traffic control technology highlights potential risks.
Amid a Musk-led overhaul, the FAA starts doing business with SpaceXFAA testing Starlink terminals for airspace network upgrades highlights conflicts of interest with Elon Musk.Concerns arise over the implications for existing contracts with Verizon Communications.
The FAA's Troubles Are More Serious Than You KnowThe FAA is in crisis mode due to cuts and interference, jeopardizing air safety.
Elon Musk Takes to X to Beg Retired Air Traffic Controllers to Return to Work: There is a Shortage'Elon Musk has called on retired air traffic controllers to return to address a perceived shortage in the aviation industry.
Air Traffic Control Trainees to Get Raise of 30 PercentFAA increases pay for air traffic controller trainees to boost recruitment and retention efforts.Pay hike aims to address living costs for trainees.Plans to improve hiring processes and upgrade outdated technology were discussed.
Over a third of US air traffic controls are 'unsustainable'A third of US air traffic control systems are unsustainable, jeopardizing safety and operations.The FAA's NextGen project to upgrade systems is significantly delayed and facing serious issues.
NBC News Speculates Toronto Crash Will Raise Concerns Over Trump's Effort' to Trim FAA Workforce Even Though It Happened in CanadaConcerns regarding FAA staffing and air traffic control are amplified by a recent plane incident in Toronto.
Trump Administration Begins Firing Hundreds of FAA Staff Despite Recent Safety ConcernsThe Trump Administration's firing of FAA employees raises safety concerns, especially after a recent midair collision.
Air Traffic Controller Arrested in Incident at Reagan National TowerAn air traffic controller was arrested for assault and battery at Ronald Reagan National Airport, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in aviation.
Washington Crash Renews Concerns About Air Safety LapsesMultiple layers of the aviation safety systems failed leading to a deadly collision between an Army helicopter and an American Airlines passenger jet.
Air Traffic Control Trainees to Get Raise of 30 PercentFAA increases pay for air traffic controller trainees to boost recruitment and retention efforts.Pay hike aims to address living costs for trainees.Plans to improve hiring processes and upgrade outdated technology were discussed.
Over a third of US air traffic controls are 'unsustainable'A third of US air traffic control systems are unsustainable, jeopardizing safety and operations.The FAA's NextGen project to upgrade systems is significantly delayed and facing serious issues.
NBC News Speculates Toronto Crash Will Raise Concerns Over Trump's Effort' to Trim FAA Workforce Even Though It Happened in CanadaConcerns regarding FAA staffing and air traffic control are amplified by a recent plane incident in Toronto.
Trump Administration Begins Firing Hundreds of FAA Staff Despite Recent Safety ConcernsThe Trump Administration's firing of FAA employees raises safety concerns, especially after a recent midair collision.
Air Traffic Controller Arrested in Incident at Reagan National TowerAn air traffic controller was arrested for assault and battery at Ronald Reagan National Airport, highlighting ongoing safety concerns in aviation.
Washington Crash Renews Concerns About Air Safety LapsesMultiple layers of the aviation safety systems failed leading to a deadly collision between an Army helicopter and an American Airlines passenger jet.
The FAA hiding private jet details might not stop celebrity jet trackersThe FAA's new privacy process won't deter experienced jet trackers, according to Jack Sweeney.
Starlink poised to takeover $2.4 billion contract to overhaul air traffic control communicationSpaceX's Starlink is poised to replace Verizon for a $2.4 billion FAA contract despite serious concerns of favoritism and conflict of interest.
SpaceX readies a redo of last month's ill-fated Starship test flightThe FAA has issued a launch license for SpaceX's Starship Flight 8 after satisfactory safety reviews.SpaceX is implementing critical hardware modifications following the investigation of Flight 7's failure.
Mere weeks after Starship's breakup, the vehicle may soon fly againSpaceX plans to conduct a crucial test flight of the Starship vehicle soon after a previous launch resulted in an explosion.
These Are the SpaceX Engineers Already Working Inside the FAASpaceX engineers are being onboarded at FAA under a special hiring policy, raising concerns about vetting and employment practices amidst ongoing staffing issues.
This couple's flight was rerouted midair after the SpaceX Starship exploded. They saw flaming debris out their window.SpaceX's Starship explosion caused flight diversions and viral social media content due to passengers witnessing the incident mid-flight.
Eerie video of Starship falling from space in flames shows why Florida planes were briefly groundedSpaceX's eighth Starship launch ended in explosion and created a space-debris hazard, impacting air traffic in southern Florida.
Starlink poised to takeover $2.4 billion contract to overhaul air traffic control communicationSpaceX's Starlink is poised to replace Verizon for a $2.4 billion FAA contract despite serious concerns of favoritism and conflict of interest.
SpaceX readies a redo of last month's ill-fated Starship test flightThe FAA has issued a launch license for SpaceX's Starship Flight 8 after satisfactory safety reviews.SpaceX is implementing critical hardware modifications following the investigation of Flight 7's failure.
Mere weeks after Starship's breakup, the vehicle may soon fly againSpaceX plans to conduct a crucial test flight of the Starship vehicle soon after a previous launch resulted in an explosion.
These Are the SpaceX Engineers Already Working Inside the FAASpaceX engineers are being onboarded at FAA under a special hiring policy, raising concerns about vetting and employment practices amidst ongoing staffing issues.
This couple's flight was rerouted midair after the SpaceX Starship exploded. They saw flaming debris out their window.SpaceX's Starship explosion caused flight diversions and viral social media content due to passengers witnessing the incident mid-flight.
Eerie video of Starship falling from space in flames shows why Florida planes were briefly groundedSpaceX's eighth Starship launch ended in explosion and created a space-debris hazard, impacting air traffic in southern Florida.
Elon Musk and Taylor Swift can now hide details of their private jetsFAA now allows private aircraft owners to keep registration information confidential.This change will complicate celebrity jet tracking efforts, impacting public knowledge of private flights.
Plane crashes into house near Minneapolis, sending home up in flames: dramatic videoA small plane crash resulted in a fire destroying a home in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, but no injuries were reported.
Pete Buttigieg hits back after Trump tries to blame him for plane crashPete Buttigieg criticized Trump for blame-shifting over the plane crash, emphasizing the safety achievements during his tenure.
Plane crashes into house near Minneapolis, sending home up in flames: dramatic videoA small plane crash resulted in a fire destroying a home in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, but no injuries were reported.
Pete Buttigieg hits back after Trump tries to blame him for plane crashPete Buttigieg criticized Trump for blame-shifting over the plane crash, emphasizing the safety achievements during his tenure.
Delta Air Lines Flight Crashes At Toronto Airport, Injuring 8The airport incident led to flight suspensions, exacerbated by recent FAA personnel firings that raise safety concerns.
Americans are afraid to fly after recent crashes - social media and DOGE aren't helpingPublic anxiety about flying is increasing due to recent air travel disasters and social media coverage, despite air travel being statistically safe.
What the FAA Layoffs Mean for Air SafetyThe firing of FAA employees raises serious concerns about aviation safety during a critical time.Recent incidents amplify the urgency for adequate staffing within FAA to maintain safety standards.
Trump plans to slash jobs at NOAA. That could make it riskier to flyNOAA's weather information is vital for aviation safety amid FAA job cuts, impacting flight operations significantly.
Trump Vows to Improve Air Traffic Control System After D.C. Plane CrashTrump emphasizes the urgency of revamping outdated aviation safety systems after a deadly crash.Congress must discuss updating the aviation infrastructure to prevent future accidents.
Trump fires air traffic controllers weeks after deadly crashThe layoffs of FAA employees raise concerns about aviation safety and national security amidst a critical travel season.
Delta Air Lines Flight Crashes At Toronto Airport, Injuring 8The airport incident led to flight suspensions, exacerbated by recent FAA personnel firings that raise safety concerns.
Americans are afraid to fly after recent crashes - social media and DOGE aren't helpingPublic anxiety about flying is increasing due to recent air travel disasters and social media coverage, despite air travel being statistically safe.
What the FAA Layoffs Mean for Air SafetyThe firing of FAA employees raises serious concerns about aviation safety during a critical time.Recent incidents amplify the urgency for adequate staffing within FAA to maintain safety standards.
Trump plans to slash jobs at NOAA. That could make it riskier to flyNOAA's weather information is vital for aviation safety amid FAA job cuts, impacting flight operations significantly.
Trump Vows to Improve Air Traffic Control System After D.C. Plane CrashTrump emphasizes the urgency of revamping outdated aviation safety systems after a deadly crash.Congress must discuss updating the aviation infrastructure to prevent future accidents.
Trump fires air traffic controllers weeks after deadly crashThe layoffs of FAA employees raise concerns about aviation safety and national security amidst a critical travel season.
Man detained after reportedly biting and striking other passengers on flight bound for LAXA man was detained on a Delta flight for allegedly assaulting fellow passengers, highlighting ongoing issues with unruly behavior on flights.
Are You Feeling Nervous About Flying Right Now?Recent airborne tragedies have escalated traveler anxiety, with 65% feeling more concerned about flying, despite 72% believing in its safety.
Musk wants retired air traffic controllers to resume work, but it's not so easyMusk highlights a shortage of air traffic controllers and calls for retired controllers to consider returning, despite regulatory retirement age constraints.
President Trump and Elon Musk Fire Hundreds of FAA WorkersMass firings of probationary federal workers are underway, impacting many young individuals eager for careers in public service.
Trump begins firings of FAA staff just weeks after fatal DC plane crashThe Trump administration has begun firing several hundred FAA employees, raising concerns about aviation safety during a busy travel period.
CNN's Aviation Expert Warns Of Trump Gutting FAA As Air Travel System is Stressed to the Max'Mass firings of FAA employees by the Trump administration threaten public safety in an already stressed air travel system.
Trump begins firings of FAA staff just weeks after fatal DC plane crashThe Trump administration has begun firing several hundred FAA employees, raising concerns about aviation safety during a busy travel period.
CNN's Aviation Expert Warns Of Trump Gutting FAA As Air Travel System is Stressed to the Max'Mass firings of FAA employees by the Trump administration threaten public safety in an already stressed air travel system.
Disability advocates fear backlash, discrimination after Trump's FAA commentsTrump's comments about plane crash and disability hiring may incite discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
Democratic Senator Furiously Accuses Trump of Throwing the FAA Into Chaos,' Calls DEI Claims Disgusting'Sen. Chris Murphy condemned Trump's comments linking diversity policies to a tragic air disaster, emphasizing the need for factual investigation.
CNN's Daniel Dale Fact-Checks Trump's Biden DEI Claims Following Aircraft Crash: Zero Evidence!'There is no evidence connecting FAA diversity initiatives to the recent aircraft crash, countering Trump's claims.Claims regarding FAA hiring practices lack factual basis and misrepresent historical context.
Trump blames DEI initiatives and Democrats for deadly D.C. plane crashTrump speculates that diversity initiatives contributed to a deadly midair collision, questioning the qualifications of air traffic controllers without evidence.
Disability advocates fear backlash, discrimination after Trump's FAA commentsTrump's comments about plane crash and disability hiring may incite discrimination against individuals with disabilities.
Democratic Senator Furiously Accuses Trump of Throwing the FAA Into Chaos,' Calls DEI Claims Disgusting'Sen. Chris Murphy condemned Trump's comments linking diversity policies to a tragic air disaster, emphasizing the need for factual investigation.
CNN's Daniel Dale Fact-Checks Trump's Biden DEI Claims Following Aircraft Crash: Zero Evidence!'There is no evidence connecting FAA diversity initiatives to the recent aircraft crash, countering Trump's claims.Claims regarding FAA hiring practices lack factual basis and misrepresent historical context.
Trump blames DEI initiatives and Democrats for deadly D.C. plane crashTrump speculates that diversity initiatives contributed to a deadly midair collision, questioning the qualifications of air traffic controllers without evidence.