What the data says about US flight delays
Alan Mulally won his first “corporate fame” leading the 777 team at Boeing. He went on to run Ford and did an excellent job while he was there. He had some great sayings, and the one I like best is:…
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Who is to blame for the summer meltdown at United?
UPDATE – United Airlines is finding itself at the center of the storm and criticism this week when bad weather on the East Coast and staffing issues at air traffic control led to massive flight disruptions and cancelations. The crisis, which…
Joby gets permission to start test-flying production aircraft
Joby Aviation has been granted permission by the FAA to start test-flying its first production prototype aircraft. The eVTOL maker has received a Special Airworthiness Certificate. After some initial test flights, the aircraft will be delivered to Edwards Air Force…
Mexico’s Huge Potential After Category 1 Recertification
Mexico became, in 2023, the largest Latin American aviation market, surpassing Brazil for the first time in history. Additionally, the North American country has an incredible opportunity to keep growing strongly once the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) publishes the latest…
Airbus and EASA on the same page about the A321XLR Rear Center Tank
Airbus and the European regulatory agency EASA agree in principle on the technical requirements for the Rear Center Tank (RCT) on the A321XLR. The regulator is satisfied that adding a protective liner to the fuselage will protect the tank from…
Is Mexico regaining Category 1 status?
On Friday it was reported by local media outlet El Financiero that Mexico is regaining Category 1 status with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA ) after two years downgraded. Regaining Category 1 status Today, the Mexican newspaper El Financiero announced…