FAA boosts oversight of Boeing after 737 MAX 9 blowout
The Federal Aviation Administration will begin auditing Boeing's aircraft production and increase oversight of the troubled manufacturer after a panel blew off a jetliner in midflight last week, the last in a string of mishaps for its marquee aircraft.
The Federal Aviation Administration will begin auditing Boeing's aircraft production and increase oversight of the troubled manufacturer after a panel blew off a jetliner in midflight last week, the last in a string of mishaps for its marquee aircraft.
FAA investigating if Boeing made sure a part that blew off a MAX 9 jet was made to design standards
“This incident should have never happened and it cannot happen again,” the FAA said in a statement. “Boeing’s manufacturing practices need to comply with the high safety standards they’re legally accountable to meet.”
“This incident should have never happened and it cannot happen again,” the FAA said in a statement. “Boeing’s manufacturing practices need to comply with the high safety standards they’re legally accountable to meet.”
Alaska Airlines cancels all flights on Boeing 737-9 MAX aircraft through Jan. 13 after mid-air door blowout
Alaska Airlines canceled all flights aboard Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft through January 13, equating to between 110-150 flights canceled per day.
Alaska Airlines canceled all flights aboard Boeing 737-8 MAX aircraft through January 13, equating to between 110-150 flights canceled per day.
TSA snagged record 6,737 guns in 2023: Here are the top 10 airports
TSA says 93% of the firearms found this year were loaded.
TSA says 93% of the firearms found this year were loaded.
Physics teacher who found plane debris in backyard explains why he thinks iPhone survived
In the hours that followed the frightening blowout on the Alaska Airlines flight, people in one Portland-area neighborhood found themselves on a scavenger hunt for various debris that fell from the sky.
In the hours that followed the frightening blowout on the Alaska Airlines flight, people in one Portland-area neighborhood found themselves on a scavenger hunt for various debris that fell from the sky.
American Airlines makes changes to frequent flyer program, boosting perks
American Airlines is making changes to its frequent flyer program, AAdvantage, adding benefits for its loyal travelers. Here's what you need to know.
American Airlines is making changes to its frequent flyer program, AAdvantage, adding benefits for its loyal travelers. Here's what you need to know.
JetBlue's CEO stepping down, will be replaced by first woman to lead a major US airline
The CEO of JetBlue is stepping down, and he's being replaced by the first woman to head a major U.S. airline.
The CEO of JetBlue is stepping down, and he's being replaced by the first woman to head a major U.S. airline.
Alaska Airlines door plug blow out: What’s known about the Boeing emergency
Alaska Airlines’ emergency last week when a door plug blew off of its Boeing Max 9 aircraft mid-flight has put flyers, airlines and federal authorities on edge.
Alaska Airlines’ emergency last week when a door plug blew off of its Boeing Max 9 aircraft mid-flight has put flyers, airlines and federal authorities on edge.
2 major airlines find loose parts on some grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 jets
The findings are putting more pressure on Boeing to address safety concerns, with the aircraft maker calling an online meeting for all employees Tuesday to talk about safety.
The findings are putting more pressure on Boeing to address safety concerns, with the aircraft maker calling an online meeting for all employees Tuesday to talk about safety.
US flight cancellations fall to lowest level in at least 10 years
Meanwhile, 2023 was the busiest-ever year for air travel, officials said.
Meanwhile, 2023 was the busiest-ever year for air travel, officials said.
Boeing under scrutiny again after plane blowout: What's next
Alaska returned 18 of its 65 737 Max 9 aircraft to service on Saturday following inspections, but then re-grounded them hours later after learning more work may be needed.
Alaska returned 18 of its 65 737 Max 9 aircraft to service on Saturday following inspections, but then re-grounded them hours later after learning more work may be needed.
FAA temporarily grounds Boeing 737-9 planes after panel blows out mid-flight
Passengers recalled the terrifying moments when an Alaska Airlines plane window and piece of fuselage blew out mid-flight, causing a child's shirt to be ripped off and forcing an emergency landing.
Passengers recalled the terrifying moments when an Alaska Airlines plane window and piece of fuselage blew out mid-flight, causing a child's shirt to be ripped off and forcing an emergency landing.
Watch: American Airlines pilot leaves cockpit to assist with luggage loading
In a heartwarming gesture, an American Airlines pilot is receiving accolades for stepping out of the cockpit at Key West International Airport on January 5 to assist in loading luggage onto the plane.
In a heartwarming gesture, an American Airlines pilot is receiving accolades for stepping out of the cockpit at Key West International Airport on January 5 to assist in loading luggage onto the plane.
The world's most on-time airlines and airports, including those in the US, report shows
One international airport in the United States was named No. 1 as the world’s most punctual, according to Cirium’s annual On-Time Performance Review for 2023.
One international airport in the United States was named No. 1 as the world’s most punctual, according to Cirium’s annual On-Time Performance Review for 2023.
Man found dead at Salt Lake City International Airport after climbing into plane engine
A 30-year-old man died at Salt Lake City International Airport after he accessed the airport’s deicing pad and crawled into an aircraft engine, authorities said Tuesday.
A 30-year-old man died at Salt Lake City International Airport after he accessed the airport’s deicing pad and crawled into an aircraft engine, authorities said Tuesday.
Japan Airlines plane catches fire after collision at Tokyo’s Haneda airport, leaving 5 dead
A plane burst into flames on the runway of Tokyo’s Haneda airport on Tuesday, with news reports saying it hit another aircraft after landing. NHK TV reported that all passengers aboard, believed to have been about 400 people, got out safely.
A plane burst into flames on the runway of Tokyo’s Haneda airport on Tuesday, with news reports saying it hit another aircraft after landing. NHK TV reported that all passengers aboard, believed to have been about 400 people, got out safely.
Passengers attempt to celebrate NYE twice on time traveling flight but land in wrong year
Travelers attempting to “time travel” in an effort to ring in 2024 twice were hit with an unfortunate reality of flying.
Travelers attempting to “time travel” in an effort to ring in 2024 twice were hit with an unfortunate reality of flying.
Teen flying alone on Frontier Airlines ends up in Puerto Rico instead of Cleveland
The teen's father said Frontier Airlines would've known it was the wrong flight had they scanned his son's boarding pass.
The teen's father said Frontier Airlines would've known it was the wrong flight had they scanned his son's boarding pass.
Airlines asked to inspect Boeing 737 Max jets for potential loose bolt
The FAA said it is "closely monitoring" the inspections.
The FAA said it is "closely monitoring" the inspections.
Here's where your luggage goes when airlines lose it
What happens when airlines find lost luggage after they've stopped looking for it? This is where the Unclaimed Baggage store comes in.
What happens when airlines find lost luggage after they've stopped looking for it? This is where the Unclaimed Baggage store comes in.