Retired Air Force major reportedly trained Chinese military pilots and is connected to spying and hacking activities.
Former Air Force Major Arrested for Alleged Training of Chinese Military Pilots A retired Air Force major has been arrested for allegedly taking part in a scheme to train pilots for the Chinese military. This program involved Chinese nationals who have confessed to stealing U.S. military secrets. Gerald Eddie Brown Jr., 65, reportedly traveled to […]
Ex-Air Force pilot charged with unlawfully training Chinese pilots
A former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot, who previously instructed military personnel on advanced jets like the F-35, has been arrested for allegedly training Chinese military pilots without authorization. The Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that Gerald Eddy Brown Jr., nicknamed “Runner,” was detained in Jeffersonville, Indiana, facing charges of conspiracy to provide unauthorized defense […]
Salaries of Alaska Airlines pilots disclosed — and the figures are surprising
Alaska Airlines pilots are flying high in more ways than one. A recent agreement has significantly boosted pilot salaries at Alaska Airlines, positioning them among the top earners in the industry. Starting pay for first officers, or co-pilots, is now around $119.92 per hour. This translates to about $107,900 annually, assuming around 75 flight hours […]
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy mandates hiring airline pilots based on their qualifications.
Transportation Secretary Calls for Merit-Based Hiring in Airlines WASHINGTON — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has directed U.S. airlines to implement a merit-based hiring approach, spurred by the issues highlighted in a recent federal investigation. As part of these new operational guidelines, airlines must demonstrate that pilot selection is based strictly on qualifications and suitability. “When […]
Pilots from the US imprisoned in Guinea while refueling now request Trump’s intervention
Two American pilots are currently incarcerated in Guinea for about six weeks, having reportedly entered its airspace to refuel. The pilots, Fabio Nicolas Espinal Nuñez, 33, from Ewing, New Jersey, and Bradley Scott Schlenker, 63, from Chicago, have been detained in Conakry since December 29, and they are urging the Trump administration for assistance in […]
Heart-wrenching footage reveals pilots’ terrifying perspective of the mid-air collision at Reagan National
A recent simulation has captivated viewers, placing them directly in the cockpit during a tragic incident involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Blackhawk helicopter over Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. At a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) hearing regarding the January 29, 2025, crash that resulted in 67 fatalities, many in attendance were […]
Every year, thousands of Chinese pilots receive training in California and Arizona, boosting the military strength of the CCP.
new york times In his recently released book, best-selling author and Breitbart News contributor Peter Schweitzer reveals how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is allegedly exploiting American kindness. Thousands of potential military pilots are reportedly being sent to the U.S., posing as civilians to gain flight training. Schweitzer’s new book, The Invisible Coup: How American […]
FAA Alerts Pilots Flying Over the Eastern Pacific Ocean
FAA Issues Caution for Air Travel Over Eastern Pacific The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has recently alerted pilots to exercise caution when flying over the eastern Pacific Ocean, particularly near Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America. This warning comes in light of potential military activities and possible interference with satellite navigation, as reported […]
Helicopter accident takes the lives of 4 on pilot’s wedding day in an Arizona canyon
Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Lives in Arizona A helicopter crash in a secluded Arizona valley has resulted in the deaths of a man and his three nieces, coincidentally on the day of a wedding. Officials reported that the aircraft seems to have collided with a slackline, leading to the crash. The victim, identified by family, […]
Pilots conceal their mental health challenges to maintain their jobs
Pilot’s Struggle with Mental Health Highlights Industry Concerns SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — When Annie Vargas witnessed her son fall into despair, she found herself pleading for help. Her son, Brian Witke, a 41-year-old Delta Air Lines pilot and father of three, resisted assistance, fearing the impact it could have on his flying career and […]