The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has suspended the RNAV (GPS) Z approach to Runway 32 at Steamboat Springs Airport in Colorado after a fatal crash involving an Epic E1000. According to AeroTime, the agency issued a Notice to Airmen declaring the procedure 'NA' for 'not available' with restrictions extending to October 1, 2026.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has thrown its weight behind US President Donald Trump's criticism of Canada's aviation regulatory process. The FAA Administrator, Bryan Bedford, raised concerns over foreign countries not certifying US-made planes, echoing Trump's claims that Canada had 'illegally' refused to certify Gulfstream aircraft.
The US Federal Aviation Administration has finalized a rule requiring 25-hour cockpit voice recorders on new aircraft, starting from 2027. For newly produced passenger planes, this will be the standard baseline rather than an optional upgrade.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a critical notice to airmen warning pilots to avoid Venezuelan airspace through February 2026, citing escalating military activity, GPS interference, and threats to civil aircraft. The advisory follows reports of increased US military operations in the Caribbean and comes as senior officials indicate the Trump administration is preparing a new phase of operations targeting Venezuela's government.
A 38-year-old man based in the UK has been jailed for over four years in prison after orchestrating a $52 million fraud selling fake commercial aircraft used by global airlines. The scam involved over 60,000 engine parts worth $9.
Dassault Aviation showcased the Falcon 6X at a flight demonstration, highlighting its luxurious cabin and advanced features. The aircraft boasts the widest cabin in its class, offering space for up to sixteen passengers.
AeroTime sat down with Subhas Menon, Director General of the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines, for his farewell interview just before the Singapore Airshow 2026. Menon discussed AAPA's six-decade history and its growth trajectory, highlighting the association's role in addressing industry challenges during the pandemic.
A FedEx Airbus A300-600F experienced a nose gear collapse while parked outside a maintenance hangar at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). According to AeroTime, no injuries were reported.
FedEx plans to resume MD-11 operations by late May 2026, working with Boeing and the FAA to address required inspection and maintenance actions. This comes after UPS retired its entire MD-11 fleet following a fatal crash in November 2025.
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Fiji Airways has announced the launch of direct flights between Gold Coast Airport and Nadi International Airport, set to begin June 11, 2026. The new service marks a significant expansion of the airline's Australian network, with three weekly flights operating on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
Finland has unveiled its first Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter at a rollout ceremony held on December 16, 2025, at Fort Worth, Texas. The aircraft, serial JF-501, is part of Finland's HX Fighter Program, which will replace the Finnish Air Force's F/A-18 Hornet fleet.
Finland's first Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II, JF-501, has arrived at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas, marking a historic day for the Finnish Air Force. The aircraft was received by Colonel Tuukka Elonheimo, head of Finland's F-35 Liaison Office.
Finnair has announced plans to launch flights to Melbourne in autumn 2026, marking its first entry into the Australian market. The route connects Helsinki to Melbourne via Bangkok using an Airbus A350 aircraft.
Finnair unveiled seven new European destinations during its Capital Markets Update on November 13, 2025. Starting from the summer season of 2026, the Finnish flag carrier will connect its Helsinki hub to Kuressaare (Estonia), Luxembourg (LUX), Stavanger (SVG), Norway, Thessaloniki /SKG), Greece, Tirana (TIA), Albania, Turin (TRN), and Umeå (UME), in northern Sweden.
Firefly Aerospace has secured AS9100 quality certification as it advances from developmental to production phase ahead of its Alpha launch vehicle's inaugural flight later this year. The certification marks a key milestone in Firefly's maturation process, with CEO Dr.
Firefly Aerospace conducted its first-ever test flight of the Alpha rocket, achieving successful liftoff and progression to supersonic speed. The mission lasted over two minutes before an anomaly occurred, resulting in an early end.
Firefly Aerospace has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SciTec, Inc., a leader in advanced national security technologies, for approximately $855 million. The acquisition expands Firefly's capabilities in responsive launch, land, and orbit mission services, and enhances its ability to support defense missions.
Firefly Aerospace announced the strategic acquisition of Spaceflight Inc. to bolster its on-orbit services and expand its capabilities in space transportation. The acquisition complements Firefly's full-service launch, on-orbit, and lunar lander business, with terms not disclosed.
Firefly Aerospace has announced plans to add an Alpha launch capability at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport (MARS) on Wallops Island, Virginia. The new facility will support Firefly's responsive space missions and enable the company to offer a diverse set of launch sites.