FAA increases hiring and air traffic control training efforts
Addressing the Air Traffic Controller Shortage The Trump administration is ramping up efforts to tackle a nationwide shortage of air traffic controllers. Earlier this year, Transport Secretary Sean Duffy announced plans to add 2,000 new controllers by the end of the year. At the FAA’s training facility in Oklahoma City, state-of-the-art simulation technology is being […]
Sen. Banks Prevents Advancement of Progressive Air Force Colonel
Sen. Jim Banks Blocks Promotions of Air Force Colonels Senator Jim Banks from Indiana has taken a stand against promoting Air Force colonels who support military promotions based on race and gender rather than on merit. Colonel George H. Severen, in a 2017 research paper, expressed concern over a growing “cohort of general officers who […]
Skydiver dies and another is hurt after collision in the air in Illinois
Skydiving Incident in Illinois Results in One Death and One Injury One skydiver has died and another was injured following an aerial collision in Ogle County, Illinois, on Wednesday evening. Shortly before 7 PM, the Ogle County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a skydiving accident involving an “uncontrolled descent” in Rochelle, Illinois. When deputies […]
The Air Force base in Qatar is a burden: Close it down
Iran’s recent missile strikes on the U.S. Air Force Base Al Udeid in Qatar bring to light a troubling reality. U.S. military bases carry not just military responsibilities; they also bear political implications, complicating the relationship with Qatar and, perhaps, amplifying an anti-American sentiment. It seems like it’s time for the U.S. military to reassess […]
Allegiant Air traveler taken into custody for claiming a fake bomb threat during the flight
Bomb Threat on Allegiant Air Flight Leads to Arrest A man has been arrested following a bomb threat made on an Allegiant Air flight over the weekend. Taj Malik Teiyor, 27, from Largo, Florida, was charged with providing false information and making threats on Sunday afternoon. According to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, Teiyor allegedly […]
Ukraine Reports Effective Attack on Russia’s Borisoglebsk Air Base
Ukraine Targets Russian Air Base Amid Ongoing Drone Assaults Ukraine announced on Saturday that it had struck a Russian air force base. In the meantime, Russia ramped up its drone attacks over Ukraine, continuing a relentless bombing campaign that shows little sign of easing after more than three years of conflict. A military spokesperson from […]
Air France-KLM to acquire a controlling share in Scandinavian airline SAS
Air France-KLM is set to raise its stake in Scandinavian airline SAS to 60.5%. This move comes as part of efforts to consolidate Europe’s disjointed airline industry, with airlines aiming to bolster their competitive stance. The Franco-Dutch airline group announced on Friday that it plans to increase its current 19.9% share by purchasing shares from […]
Improve your air quality with these early Amazon Prime Day air purifier offers
We breathe in a lot of harmful substances every day—pet hair, dust, bacteria in the air, you name it. So, getting an air purifier for your home could be a really smart move. It helps in circulating clean air while trapping various toxins. It’s that simple. With Amazon’s Prime Day coming up from July 8 […]
Colorado man sentenced to life for DUI that resulted in the death of an Air Force veteran and injuries to children
Colorado Man Sentenced to Life for Murdering Air Force Veteran A man from Colorado has been sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of murdering an Air Force veteran while driving under the influence. Paul Stephenson, 57, from Castle Rock, was convicted for the death of Lt. Col. Matt Anderson in April. Additionally, […]
A change in tax-free rules for low-cost goods is affecting air shipments to the US from China.
Air freight volumes from Asia have dropped significantly since the US ended its tax exemption for low-value packages coming from China, as noted by trade groups and analysts. According to data from the International Air Transport Association, demand for air freight from Asia to North America decreased by 10.7% in May compared to the previous […]