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Junk from a SpaceX Dragon 'trunk' may have crashed into a Canadian farmer's field (photos)

A farmer in rural Saskatchewan found a charred chunk of debris during planting season in late April. The piece might have come from a SpaceX Crew Dragon, according to a re-entry track.

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Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems to lay off hundreds of staff days after whistleblower’s sudden death

Decision was announced in memo to Kansas-based staff of aerospace supplier

The Independent UK

US FAA Denies Approval For United Airlines Expansion Plans

FAA's non-approval of United Airlines' expansion plans raises concerns about its growth strategies and competitiveness in the aviation industry.

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United Airlines Resumes Adding Routes And Planes

United Airlines receives FAA approval to resume adding routes and planes after incidents prompt increased oversight.

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Congress' FAA Reauthorization Is Good for Remote Towers, Bad for Travel Agents

The legislation is largely a status quo bill that doesn't take up longstanding calls to reform air traffic control, airport funding, and more.

Reason

Texans triumph in fight to get direct flights from San Antonio to Washington, D.C.

The push to get more nonstop flights to the nation’s capital pit Texans against Virginians, who were opposed to the expansion.

The Texas Tribune

What's Next For Boeing After The US Says It Can Be Prosecuted?

The Department of Justice said that Boeing can be prosecuted for violating a 2021 criminal settlement over the certification of the 737 MAX. The DOJ determination, filed in US court in Texas on Tuesday, comes on the heels of a near-catastrophic Alaska Airlines flight in January that made an emergency…

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House clears FAA bill for Biden - Roll Call

The measure would open slots at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and require refunds for certain delayed and canceled flights.

Roll Call

There's usually no need to panic when planes make emergency landings. Here's why

Planes make diversions — also called "emergency landings" — all the time. Almost always, everyone on board is fine. Here are some reasons why.

WEKU

Boeing broke settlement terms over fatal 737 Max crashes, DOJ says

The company paid more than $2.5 billion to settle criminal charges in the FAA's probe into the crashes in 2018 and 2019.

Axios

Boeing’s jets turn 70: A timeline of highs, lows and turbulence

Boeing, founded in 1916, has experienced good times and bad during its more than 100 years in the air.

Al Jazeera

FAA bill would force the agency to craft 'real world' rules for airplane evacuations

Federal regulators say all airline passengers must be able to evacuate a plane within 90 seconds. The FAA reauthorization bill would require the agency to reconsider its testing standards.

WEKU

SpaceX Starship's next launch 'probably 3 to 5 weeks' away, Elon Musk says

SpaceX's Starship megarocket will likely conduct its fourth-ever test flight in the next month or so, according to Elon Musk.

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Less turbulent ride for FAA bill predicted in House - Roll Call

The House is expected to clear a Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill with time to spare before a Friday funding deadline.

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Lufthansa CEO calls Boeing's aircraft delays 'extremely annoying' following its recent safety crisis—but he’s banking on things getting better

Lufthansa's Carsten Spohr is the latest aviation industry chief to publicly lament how Boeing’s safety crisis is impacting their business.

International Business Times

Boeing's Problems Rattle US Aviation Regulator As Well

The US Federal Aviation Administration, sharply criticized after the crashes of two Boeing planes in 2018 and 2019, is again being dragged into a maelstrom surrounding the major American aerospace manufacturer.

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President Biden Signs FAA Funding Extension To Avoid Lapse

President Biden signs one-week extension for federal aviation programs and Senate passes bipartisan FAA reauthorization bill to enhance aviation safety and...

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FAA to conduct new environmental review for SpaceX's Starship operations in Florida

The FAA announced May 10 that it will prepare an environmental impact statement for SpaceX's planned work with Starship at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

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Senate Prevents Potential Air Travel Chaos, Reauthorizes FAA For Five Years

The Senate has passed a five-year reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), securing air travel and preventing potential disruption.

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Senate Passes 5 Billion Air Safety And Customer Service Bill

Senate approves 5 billion bill to enhance air safety and customer service, addressing recent incidents and FAA regulations.

WEKU

Senate passes FAA reauthorization bill, sending legislation to the House

The Senate passed a bill designed to improve safety and customer service for air travelers, a day before the law governing the Federal Aviation Administration expires.

Axios

Senate reauthorizes FAA programs

Senate leadership struggled for days to navigate amendment demands from both parties.

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Senate Faces Uncertainty Over Federal Aviation Bill Deadline

Senate faces challenges in passing FAA reauthorization bill due to disagreements over key provisions, including flights at Reagan National Airport.

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SpaceX fires up Starship rocket for upcoming 5th test flight (photos, video)

SpaceX ignited the engines on the upper stage of its fifth Starship vehicle today (May 8), even though the fourth one has not yet left the ground.

Reason

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