Removed NYPD Aviation chief was described as ‘incompetent fool,’ according to a police source
The head of the NYPD aviation unit has been removed from his position after a federal investigation into a serious incident. Winston Faison, the formerly respected commander, faced allegations of multiple safety violations as he sought to be the unit’s lead helicopter instructor, according to a whistleblower. When FAA inspectors unexpectedly arrived on July 16, […]
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy might block flights from Mexico due to a failed aviation deal.
US Transport Secretary Warns Mexico Over Flight Requests WASHINGTON – Transport Secretary Sean Duffy issued a warning to the Mexican government on Saturday, indicating that the US might refuse flight requests following an incident where a US freight carrier was forced out of Mexico City and lost its flight slot to American Airlines. In 2022, […]
Cantor Lowers Joby Aviation Stock Rating (JOBY) Because of Limited Immediate Potential
Cantor Fitzgerald has downgraded Joby Aviation, a manufacturer of Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (EVTOL) aircraft, from a buy rating to hold, setting a price target at $9. This decision comes in light of a recent downturn, as Joby’s stock dropped about 8% on Thursday following the downgrade. However, it’s noteworthy that the stock has […]
Russia shot down Malaysian Airlines flight MH17 in Ukraine, according to UN aviation authorities.
MH17 Crash Accountability Established by UN Aviation Council Ottawa: A significant ruling came from the UN Aviation Council, which stated that Russia was responsible for the tragic downing of Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 over Ukraine in 2014, resulting in the loss of 298 lives. The Dutch government announced this determination on Monday. The International Civil […]
Electric air taxi company Joby Aviation seeks to make connections in Washington, but has strong links to anti-Trump billionaire Reid Hoffman.
A company focused on electric air taxis, which have been compared to vehicles from “The Jetsons,” is looking to start commercial flights soon. Joby Aviation, the firm in question, aims to receive federal approval and launch passenger services by early 2026. They’ve garnered interest from major players like Uber, Toyota, and Delta. The sleek four-passenger […]
Trump removes Biden’s Democratic NTSB vice chair during aviation crisis
President Donald Trump’s administration has recently removed Alvin Brown, the Democratic vice-chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board. A White House official confirmed to Fox News Digital that Brown was ousted from the board on Tuesday. “We’re building a brand new air traffic control system.” Brown, who had been appointed by former President Joe Biden […]
White House dismisses NTSB vice chair due to increased aviation worries in the US
On Monday, the White House announced the dismissal of Alvin Brown, the vice-chairman of the National Road Safety Commission. This move is part of a series of firings by President Donald Trump affecting independent federal agencies. Brown, who made history as Jacksonville, Florida’s first elected African-American Democrat, participated in a board meeting back in March […]
New Zealand Broadens ‘Active Investor Plus Visa Program’ by Adding Two New Categories – Aviation A2Z
Auckland – New Zealand has made significant alterations to its Active Investor Plus Visa program, introducing two fresh investment categories, effective from April 1, 2025. The revamped initiative is designed to entice high-value investors while providing more flexibility to accommodate varied investment objectives. New Zealand Investor Visa Category The New Zealand government has added a […]
Senators grill aviation leaders over 15,000 close calls at DC airport before deadly collision
Thursday Senators burned some aviation leaders during a Hearing It caused 67 deaths in relation to an airborne collision between American Airlines commercial jets and the Army Black Hawk helicopters in January. Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), chair of the subcommittee on aviation, space and innovation; Preliminary report In his opening statement from the National Transportation […]
Aviation watchdog to look at ‘resilience’ rules after Heathrow closure | Heathrow airport
The UK Air Watchdog reviews rules regarding “resilience” after Heathrow was closed due to a fire at a current substation. Europe's largest airport closed early last Friday. A fire fire attack occurred at Hayes substation in west London. It was not permitted to remove planes or land, causing detours that affected around 1,300 flights and […]