Airport News & Updates - Page 21

August 31

Pilots test first-of-its-kind cockpit alert system that detects possible collisions on runways

Honeywell Aerospace engineers developed a "surface alert system" that gives pilots two aural warnings when they are 15 and 30 seconds away from a collision on the runway.

August 28

FAA cancels Newark airport ground stop after 'equipment' issue affected radio frequencies

Newark Airport faced flight delays as the FAA temporarily paused some arrivals due to "equipment" problems that are under investigation.

August 20

Woman kicks Southwest employee, punches computer monitors in violent airport meltdown

Selomit Velez-Rodriguez arrested after assaulting Southwest Airlines employee and destroying computer monitors at Orlando airport over missed flights.

August 20

Duffy’s DOT accuses Biden, Buttigieg of inflating air traffic controller pipeline: ‘Juiced the numbers’

The Trump administration's transportation department raises air traffic controller standards and suggests weaker standards under Biden increased the average washout rate.

August 18

Newly released video shows Southwest pilot admitting to drinking 'three beers' before failed sobriety test

Newly-released bodycam video shows Southwest Airlines pilot David Allsop failing a field sobriety test at Savannah airport, violating FAA alcohol regulations before scheduled flight.

August 15

Air traffic controller suspended after ‘Free Palestine’ broadcast to Israeli pilots

A French air traffic controller has been suspended after broadcasting "Free Palestine" to Israeli El Al pilots. The incident was condemned by French Transportation Minister Philippe Tabarot.

August 13

Second inmate in three months escapes Seattle airport custody, caught on video without restraints

A second inmate escaped custody at Seattle airport in three months after slipping restraints and fleeing near the light rail. Police urge anyone who spots the suspect to call 911.

August 13

Las Vegas tourism officials blame tariffs for fewer visitors as others say magic’s gone

Las Vegas tourism has been in decline as Canadian visitors drop more than 20% due to tariffs and international relations, say officials at the Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority board meeting.

August 13

American teen pilot detained in Antarctica while raising money for cancer on solo trip

Teenager Ethan Guo's record-breaking solo flight around the world was halted in Antarctica, where he faces charges for landing without authorization from Chilean officials.

August 11

Pilot, 3 passengers walk away from fiery plane crash in Montana: Video

A small plane crashed during landing at Kalispell City Airport in Montana, sliding into a stationary aircraft and destroying both planes in flames Monday afternoon.