Airport News & Updates - Page 2

June 30, 2026

Helicopter reports near miss with RC plane near JFK after JetBlue drone strike

A helicopter pilot reported a remote-control airplane near JFK International Airport, marking the second possible drone encounter in a single day.

June 29, 2026

Air traffic audio captures JetBlue pilot alerting controllers: 'We collided with a drone'

Audio recording captures a JetBlue pilot reporting a drone collision near the cockpit while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport from about 3,000 feet.

June 29, 2026

JetBlue flight reports drone strike during approach to New York airport: FAA

A JetBlue flight approaching JFK reportedly struck a drone at 3,000 feet. The aircraft landed safely, and the FAA is investigating the incident.

June 29, 2026

American Airlines flight aborts Miami takeoff after business jet enters runway

American Airlines Flight 308 aborted takeoff at Miami International Airport after a business jet crossed the active runway in a frightening near miss.

June 24, 2026

Air Canada flight with 61 passengers diverts to Boston after captain is removed from cockpit midair

An Air Canada flight diverted to Boston's Logan Airport after the captain suffered a midair medical emergency, according to airline officials.

June 23, 2026

Air traffic control audio captures tense moment two planes nearly collided at Boston Logan Airport

On Saturday, a Delta Air Lines plane and an American Airline plane came within 300 feet of colliding on the runway of Boston Logan International Airport.

June 21, 2026

Southwest jet struck by ground equipment vehicle at Memphis airport

A ground equipment vehicle struck a Southwest Airlines plane during boarding at Memphis International Airport, causing hours-long delays.

June 21, 2026

FAA investigates after incoming plane executes go-around due to aircraft leaving from intersecting runway

The FAA is investigating after a Delta Air Lines flight performed a go-around at Boston Logan International Airport due to an aircraft leaving from an intersecting runway.

June 19, 2026

Measles-infected traveler may have exposed passengers at LAX and nearby hotel, health officials warn

A measles-infected traveler may have exposed passengers at LAX and a nearby Hilton hotel on June 11, marking the sixth case in LA County this year.

June 17, 2026

LaGuardia shuts down runway for second time in weeks after pavement issue resurfaces

LaGuardia Airport closed Runway 4/22 after inspectors found a 2-inch pavement depression, reportedly causing delays and marking the second closure in a month.