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News and issues relating to international air transport and cargo carriers, national airlines and regional airlines, including aircraft, engines, personnel, acquisitions, accidents, safety, security and training.

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H3R Aviation Solves Halon Replacement Problem

Halotron BRx is a suitable replacement but costs four to five times as much

Regulations and Government

October 12, 2025

ForeFlight Features Are Popular Among Bizav Pilots

Operators are using the Dispatch tool and mobile app for a variety of planning and in-flight tasks

Avionics

October 12, 2025

Amid ATC Delays, NATCA Urges Against ‘Sickouts’

Several towers have reportedly encountered staffing issues since government shutdown

ATC

October 8, 2025

NBAA, VAI Critical of FAA Part 108 BVLOS Drone Rule

Electronic conspicuity is needed but there is no widespread agreement on technology standards

Safety

October 7, 2025

Videos

Airbus's A350-1000 Flies at Singapore Airshow

The ultra-long-haul airliner is flying on a blend of sustainable aviation fuel.

Aircraft

February 20, 2024

China's Comac C919 Airliner Flies at Singapore Airshow

The narrowbody airliner is meant to compete with the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737.

Aircraft

February 19, 2024

Boeing Steps Up Flight Testing of New 777-9 Airliners

Its GE9X engines are the largest ever in commercial aviation.

Aircraft

November 21, 2023

Boeing's 777X Airliner Soars at Dubai Airshow

Boeing's 777X Airliner Soars at Dubai Airshow

Aircraft

November 16, 2023

More Articles

FAA Publishes New D.C.-area Helicopter Route Charts

Notes added to clarify altitude and operational instructions

Safety

October 7, 2025

Liebherr-Aerospace Expands MRO at Michigan Campus

Added space facilitates work on heat-transfer, landing gear, and pneumatic components

Maintenance and Modifications

October 6, 2025

AIN Features More Leeham Commercial Aviation Coverage

Dubai Air Show daily issues will include special reports from Leeham News & Analysis

Airlines

October 6, 2025

Pressure Mounts for Action on Drone Disruption in Europe

Munich Airport in Germany is the latest to be targeted

Security

October 3, 2025

Luxaviation Gets Emissions and SAF Support with Celeste

Azzera has integrated Celeste with the operator’s flight management system

Sustainability and Environment

October 2, 2025

Dyami Adds Security Cover to MD Onboard’s Medical Service

Companies have joined forces to support aircraft operators worldwide

Safety

October 2, 2025

FAA Worker Reps Urge Congress To End Shutdown

DOT estimates 17,000 FAA workers would be furloughed

Regulations and Government

October 1, 2025

Aviation Groups Call on Congress To Avert Govt. Shutdown

Groups sent letter warning of the damage to aviation a shutdown would bring

Regulations and Government

September 30, 2025

Beta Set for IPO with Plans for More Electric Aircraft

U.S. start-up shares plans to expand its portfolio

Finance, Taxes, Insurance

September 30, 2025

Airlines and Safran Back New SAF Production Process

A Series B funding round raised $28 million for the Oxford University start-up

Fuel

September 30, 2025

NATCA Urges Congress To Avoid Government Shutdown

Controller hiring would halt

Regulations and Government

September 29, 2025

Gen Z, Millennials Join Forces To Decarbonize Aviation

The Emerging Leaders in Sustainable Aviation was launched at the ICAO General Assembly

Sustainability and Environment

September 28, 2025

FAA Challenge Seeks ATC Flow Control Program Development

FAA is streamlining procedures for rapid program development

ATC

September 26, 2025

Alaskan Cargo Carrier Orders Beta's CX300 Electric Aircraft

The operator serves 73 remote communities across Alaska, including native tribes

Airlines

September 26, 2025

Scotland Considers Electric Seagliders to Replace Aging Ferries

The 12-passenger Viceroy could connect island and highland communities

Airlines

September 26, 2025

GE Teams With Merlin to Combine Autonomous Autopilot with FMS

Partnership is focused on achieving single-pilot operations for legacy aircraft

Avionics

September 24, 2025