World first: Drone delivery highway revealed in UK
The future of parcel deliveries made via drone just became one step closer to reality in the UK, with the creation of the world’s first ‘flight corridor’ – a commercial airspace created specifically for drones. The new ‘aerial highway’ for drones, to be located just south of Reading in the south-east of England, will span
China sends 19 fighter jets to Taiwanese airspace amid US visit (again)
The Taiwanese air force has been forced to scramble to get jets in the air for the second day in a row, as China sent 19 fighter jets towards the island on Saturday in protest of ongoing relations between Taiwan and the US. According to Taiwan’s Defence Ministry, 19 Chinese aircraft, including 12 J-16 fighters,
Monday MAX update: NTSB approves safety changes, others call for more protections
In recent weeks, the embattled Boeing 737 MAX has made great progress towards its recertification. This week, comments are due on the FAA’s proposed safety and procedural changes to the aircraft. NTSB endorses current proposed changes US air crash investigation unit, the National Transportation Safety Board, has backed the proposed safety changes put forward by
Lufthansa to expand network, warns staff of layoffs and fleet changes
German flag-carrier Lufthansa has announced the addition of 15 new tourist-driven destinations to its network for 2021, while simultaneously warning staff to prepare for mass layoffs and the impending announcement of a fleet restructure. Lufthansa has announced the addition of 15 new tourist destinations to its network for the summer of 2021, as it banks
US House of Reps condemns Boeing, FAA for MAX disasters
The two fatal 737 MAX crashes “never should have happened” and “could have been prevented”, said the US House transportation and infrastructure committee in its report on Wednesday. The House report, which concludes an 18-month investigation, condemned both Boeing and the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for their roles in the tragic accidents. The House
Air Canada to offer ‘infinite flight’ passes
Air Canada has unveiled its new Infinite Canada Flight Pass, which allows its loyalty program customers to take unlimited domestic flights for a flat fee, for up to three months. Pass holders will have the ability to book domestic travel on Air Canada, Air Canada Express and Air Canada Rouge, with no limit on the
