President Trump's Air Force One flight was forced to make an unscheduled landing at Joint Base Andrews after a minor electrical issue was identified shortly after takeoff. According to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, the crew opted to return 'out of an abundance of caution' due to some cabin lights temporarily going out during departure.
Gen. John Lamontagne has been nominated by President Trump to serve as the next Air Force vice chief of staff, following a series of personnel changes within the military.
President Trump used his speech at the World Economic Forum to pressure defense giants to accelerate production of weapons. Meanwhile, reports suggest that Qatar's Boeing 747, intended as an interim Air Force One, could take flight this summer.
President Donald Trump threatened to cut federal defense contracts awarded to Raytheon unless the company increases production and redirects capital toward manufacturing capacity. The comments come amid growing concerns about the health of the domestic defense industrial base, with Pentagon officials and lawmakers warning that US weapons production has failed to keep pace with rising global demand.
US President Donald Trump has threatened to strip US certification from Bombardier business jets and all aircraft made in Canada unless Gulfstream's G500, G600, G700, and G800 become fully certified. The move comes amid a dispute over certification of Canadian-made aircraft for the Canadian market.
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order for a new 'America First Arms Transfer Strategy', aiming to prioritize American production and defense spending in arms exports. The policy centers around three prongs: creating clear direction, establishing criteria, and streamlining processes.
President Donald Trump has lashed out at Canada's aerospace industry over certification delays for US-made Gulfstream jets. The dispute highlights growing tensions between the two nations in the sector.
President Donald Trump has issued a warning to defense firms about limits on share repurchases and executive compensation, citing concerns over investments in modernizing weapons production facilities. The move comes as the administration plans to issue an executive order targeting defense company share buybacks, dividends, and executive compensation.
The Congressional Budget Office estimates the first Trump-class battleship could cost up to $21 billion if ordered today, with follow-on ships costing between $9-15 billion per vessel. The Navy's Golden Fleet concept aims to solidify US naval power, but details of the program are yet to be decided and could influence the final price.
President Donald Trump has threatened to decertify Canadian-made commercial jets, drawing attention to the potential impact on military contracts. The move may affect military aircraft in service or future acquisitions, including those used by the US Air Force and Army.
The US Department of Homeland Security is proceeding with plans to terminate the collective bargaining agreement covering Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers, despite a federal court order blocking an earlier attempt. The decision sets up a new legal battle over collective bargaining rights for front-line airport screeners at a time when Congress is trying to restore broader protections for federal workers.
The TSA has announced a significant update to its identity verification process at airport security checkpoints. Beginning February 1, 2026, travelers arriving without REAL ID-compliant identification will be directed to a new paid service called TSA Confirm.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) reversed its decision to suspend PreCheck operations hours after announcing the move during a partial government shutdown. The agency stated that PreCheck would continue operating with no change for travelers, citing staffing constraints as a factor in potential adjustments.
Some Transportation Security Administration employees who worked through the six-week federal shutdown without pay have begun receiving $10,000 bonus checks, according to US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The payments follow days of public discussion about recognizing air traffic controllers' service during the shutdown.
Turkey's Ministry of National Defense reported shooting down a UAV approaching its airspace over the Black Sea. According to AeroTime, Turkish authorities scrambled F-16 fighter jets on an alert mission after detecting the air track as part of routine monitoring procedures.
Turkey's Bayraktar Kizilelma unmanned combat aircraft has achieved a historic milestone, successfully conducting the first beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile test against a jet-powered target. The November 29 trial over the Black Sea demonstrated the integration of indigenous Turkish systems including AESA radar and the Gökdoğan missile.
A senior executive at Turkish Aerospace says a decision on Saudi Arabia's participation in the KAAN fighter program is imminent. Mehmet Demiroglu cited robust demand for European travel as driving Delta Air Lines' expansion plans.
Turkish Airlines is celebrating adding its 500th aircraft to its fleet, the Airbus A350-900, registered TC-LHH. The airline has announced plans to reach 1,000 aircraft by 2036.
Turkish Airlines announced record profits of $1.1 billion for the third quarter of 2025, driven by strong demand and favorable capacity. Despite softening yields and ongoing cost pressures, the airline maintained its commitment to long-term success.
Turkish Airlines has extended its world record as the airline that flies to the most countries, adding a new service to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The thrice-weekly flights from Istanbul mark the seventh country served by Turkish Airlines in Southeast Asia.