Explore

ReutersReuters
US FAA delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification, shares dive 7%

US FAA delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification, shares dive 7%

By David Shepardson and Allison Lampert Sept 28 (Reuters) - The US Federal Aviation Administration said on Monday it will hold off certifying Boeing's long-delayed 737 MAX 10 until a newly-disclosed software issue is resolved, the latest setback to the planemaker's efforts to bring the largest
ReutersReuters
US FAA delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification, shares dive 6%

US FAA delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 certification, shares dive 6%

By David Shepardson and Allison Lampert Sept 28 (Reuters) - The US Federal Aviation Administration said on Monday it will delay certification of Boeing's long-delayed 737 MAX 10 until a newly disclosed software issue is resolved, the latest setback to the planemaker's efforts to bring the largest
TrendlineTrendline
FAA Delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 Certification Due to Software Issue

FAA Delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 Certification Due to Software Issue

FAA Delays Boeing 737 MAX 10 Certification Due to Software Issue
ReutersReuters
Ryanair hopes Boeing MAX 10 certification delay will be short, CEO says

Ryanair hopes Boeing MAX 10 certification delay will be short, CEO says

WARSAW, Sept 29 (Reuters) - Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary said on Tuesday that he hoped an announced delay in certification of Boeing MAX 10 planes would be "a matter of days, not weeks or months".
ReutersReuters
Stocks fall as higher oil prices, Treasury yields weigh

Stocks fall as higher oil prices, Treasury yields weigh

By Chuck Mikolajczak and Johann M Cherian NEW YORK, Sept 28 (Reuters) - US stocks fell on Monday as oil prices and Treasury yields increased, with investors weighing uncertainty over the prospects for an Iran war peace deal and the impact on the Federal Reserve's rate path.
ReutersReuters
Alaska Air bets on premium travel for earnings boost as fuel costs bite

Alaska Air bets on premium travel for earnings boost as fuel costs bite

By Rajesh Kumar Singh CHICAGO, Sept 29 (Reuters) - Alaska Air Group is making its biggest push yet into premium travel, adding lie-flat seats, premium-economy cabins and new airport lounges to earn more from travelers willing to pay for comfort while high jet fuel prices squeeze its profits.
Rapid ReadRapid Read
Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Secures $37 Million Federal Grant for Runway Reconstruction

Aspen/Pitkin County Airport Secures $37 Million Federal Grant for Runway Reconstruction

The Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) has received a $37 million Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This funding is specifically allocated for construction related to the airport's runway reconstruction and relocation project. This award marks the largest single FAA grant ASE has ever received and is a significant step in the funding plan for the 2027 runway project. U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd emphasized the importance of airports like ASE as critical infrastructure for Western Colorado, connecting the region and supporting local economies. The overall runway and airfield program is budgeted at approximately $269 million, with ASE anticipating over $213 million in federal funding for eligible airfield program costs throughout the project's duration. The runway reconstruction, scheduled for 2027, will involve rebuilding, widening, and shifting the existing runway to meet current FAA design standards. The airport is slated for closure from April 4, 2027, to Novem...
TrendlineTrendline
Boeing Identifies New 737 MAX Software Glitch Affecting Automated Navigation During Landing

Boeing Identifies New 737 MAX Software Glitch Affecting Automated Navigation During Landing

Boeing Identifies New 737 MAX Software Glitch Affecting Automated Navigation During Landing
ReutersReuters
Boeing flags 737 MAX software glitch affecting landing navigation feature, WSJ reports

Boeing flags 737 MAX software glitch affecting landing navigation feature, WSJ reports

Sept 26 (Reuters) - Boeing has identified a previously undisclosed 737 MAX software glitch that could cause an automated navigation feature to fail during landing, the Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday, citing company documents. 
TrendlineTrendline
Boeing Identifies Software Glitch in 737 MAX Jets Affecting Automated Flight Guidance

Boeing Identifies Software Glitch in 737 MAX Jets Affecting Automated Flight Guidance

Boeing Identifies Software Glitch in 737 MAX Jets Affecting Automated Flight Guidance
TrendlineTrendline
Archer Aviation Clears Antitrust Review for Boeing Unit Acquisition, Expanding into Defense and UAE Markets

Archer Aviation Clears Antitrust Review for Boeing Unit Acquisition, Expanding into Defense and UAE Markets

Archer Aviation Clears Antitrust Review for Boeing Unit Acquisition, Expanding into Defense and UAE Markets
1Weather1Weather
Low Ceilings and Fog Pose Challenges for Pilots

Low Ceilings and Fog Pose Challenges for Pilots

A recent editorial highlights the challenges pilots face during low visibility conditions, particularly low ceilings and fog, which often occur during critical flight phases such as go-arounds. These conditions can increase pilot workload and complicate navigation, especially when unexpected system behaviors arise. The editorial discusses a software flaw in Boeing's 737 MAX aircraft that disables vertical navigation guidance during missed instrument approaches. While Boeing has classified the issue as non-critical, many pilots disagree, citing the added difficulty during already demanding weather scenarios. Transparency and timely communication about such issues are emphasized as essential for maintaining trust and safety in aviation.