New Registration Requirements Coming for Drone Owners

If you’re a drone hobbyist, you should take note of new changes coming to drone registration requirements. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), more than 770,000 drones have been registered in the United States. In 2015, the FAA implemented … Read More

Boeing 747 to Make Final Flight

The world-renown Boeing 747 is expected to make its final flight on a trip from Seoul, South Korea to Detroit, Michigan on December 19. Delta had initially planned to fly its remaining 747 jets on Sunday. However, the company decided … Read More

Delta Agrees to Buy 200 Airbus Jets in $25 Billion Deal

Delta Air Lines says it will purchase up to 200 Airbus A321neo jets as part of a massive $25 billion deal. As explained by CNN, Delta will receive the first shipment of 100 jets in 2020. However, the deal also … Read More

FAA: Drones More Dangerous to Pilots Than Bird Strikes

Bird strikes consistently rank as one of the biggest threats to pilots, crewmembers and passengers. Also known as a bird aircraft strike hazard (BASH), it’s characterized by a midair collision between a bird or a bat and an aircraft. According … Read More

SpaceX to Launch Used Falcon 9 Rocket

Space Exploration Technologies Corp, or what’s more commonly known as SpaceX, has made great strides in the field of aerospace technology. In 2008, the company successfully fires a liquid-fueled rocket into orbit. This was a monumental milestone given the fact … Read More

Are Christmas Lights a Danger to Pilots?

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is sounding the alarm over a popular holiday tradition: Christmas lights. While traditional string lights generally pose little-to-no risk for pilots, the new laser-style lights are reportedly blinding some pilots. Rather than hanging string … Read More

Boeing’s New Innovation Challenge for India’s Aerospace Industry

In an effort to encourage aerospace development in India, Boeing has announced a new challenge. Dubbed the HorizonX India Innovation Challenge 1.0, the 22-week challenge is available to aerospace companies big and small throughout India. To learn more about Boeing’s … Read More

FAA Issues Warning to Pilots Regarding Use of Special Instruments

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a warning to pilots regarding the use of special instruments in a new Information for Operators (InFO). According to the CIA, there are more than 15,000 airports in the United States, roughly … Read More

Airbus To Test Electric-Powered Jet By End of Year

Airbus has announced plans to test its new electric-powered jet by the end of 2017. Known as the Vahana, it’s not just any ordinary jet. Airbus’ latest project is capable of performing full vertical take offs and landing. In fact, … Read More