Air Transport

U.S., EC Align on Cargo Security Rules

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the European Commission agreed on June 1 to recognize each other’s air cargo security regimes.

EC225 Ditches Safely in North Sea, Probe Centers on Gearbox

FDR from Destroyed Superjet Found

Indonesian crews have found the FDR from the SSJ100 that crashed on May 9.

Airline MROs Feel Squeeze but Still See Opportunity In India

Shrinking fleets at struggling Indian carriers such as Kingfisher have squeezed revenues for MRO providers

Ethiopian Airlines Blazes African Trail

Ethiopian Airlines is setting a new standard for service in Africa.

FAA Acknowledges 'Errors' in Promulgating Duty Rule

The FAA has asked a federal appeals court to temporarily suspend a lawsuit challenging the exclusion of cargo airlines from its new pilot duty rule.

Atlanta Airport Opens New International Terminal

The world’s busiest airport in terms of overall passenger traffic has a new international terminal.

U.S. Regional Carriers Face Multiple Challenges as They Gather for Convention

Pilot shortages, rising costs and new rules are creating yet more headaches for regional airlines.

Former TSA Head Criticizes “Broken” Aviation Security System

Kip Hawley criticizes the U.S. security system for an 'unhealthy' separation between authorities and passengers.

Emirates Plans Time-based Operations at Dubai International

Avtech Sweden is assisting Emirates Airline in developing time-based operations into Dubai International Airport.

Air India Pilots Continue Brawl over 787 Flying

Striking Air India pilots have crippled the airline.

EADS Assesses Financial Damage of A380 Wing Defect

Cracks to A380 wing rib feet forced Airbus to take a one-time charge in the first quarter of $202 million.