Despite FAA Easing Flight Restrictions, Airlines Continue To Avoid Afghanistan Airspace: Here's Why?
Though landlocked, Afghanistan's position in central Asia means it sits along the most direct routes for those travelling from India to Europe and America.
Aug 16, 2023, 14:39 PM IST
India's Aviation Safety Ratings On A Rise, America's FAA Grants Category 1 Status
The Category 1 safety status by FAA will allow Indian Airlines like Air India to expand its US operations and enter more codeshare agreements with US air carriers.
Apr 13, 2023, 09:17 AM IST
Boston International Airport Woes Continue, Two United Airlines Plane Collide
While no injuries were reported, the Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) has launched an investigation into the incident involving two United Airlines flights.
Mar 07, 2023, 08:41 AM IST
FAA using 30 years old NOTAM software system, was responsible for over 10,000 flight delays in the US
The Federal Aviation Administration system software that grounded over 1300 flights across the USA has been around since the 1990s and will not be upgraded for another 6 years, reports IANS.
Jan 13, 2023, 12:41 PM IST
White House says no evidence of cyberattack on FAA following NOTAM system failure
Following a system failure of FAA, that grounded thousands of planes in the United States, FAA and DOT says they are finding the root cause of the issue.
Jan 12, 2023, 08:00 AM IST
Amazon starts delivering orders by drones in THIS country
"Our aim is to safely introduce our drones to the skies. We are starting in these communities and will gradually expand deliveries to more customers over time," Amazon Air spokesperson Natalie Banke said in a statement.
Dec 30, 2022, 15:39 PM IST
Safety regulators won't let Boeing 787 jets fly due to production flaws
“Once deliveries of 787s resume, the FAA will perform final inspections and retain power to clear each new plane until it is confident of Boeing's quality control,” said the FAA.
Feb 18, 2022, 11:29 AM IST
Transition: World’s first flying car gets ready for takeoff after US FAA approval
The Terrafugia Transition, which can soar upto 10000 feet at a speed of 100 mph, received a Special Light-Sport Aircraft airworthiness certificate from the federal agency. Drivers will be able to convert the vehicle from driving to flying in less than a minute.
Feb 17, 2021, 08:46 AM IST
50 countries ground, ban Boeing 737 Max 8 planes after Ethiopian jet crash
Several countries across the globe have either grounded or banned the Boeing 737 Max 8 planes following the crash of an Ethiopian Airlines plane of the same model.
Mar 14, 2019, 13:05 PM IST
2 dead after helicopter crashes in New York City's East River
Unconfirmed reports state that at least five people are dead.
Mar 12, 2018, 06:20 AM IST
Newark airport reopens after engine fire prompts plane evacuation
Newark Liberty International Airport is a major international hub near New York City.
May 24, 2017, 09:55 AM IST
Air India says three of its Drealiners affected due to FAA directive
Air India Monday said three of its Dreamliner planes have been affected due to the US aviation regulator FAA's airworthiness directive over an engine defect in the Boeing 787-800 aircraft but maintained that the issue will be resolved in the next two weeks without grounding of the planes.
Apr 25, 2016, 20:17 PM IST
Commercial Aircraft Corp of China delivered first jet to domestic low-cost carrier airline
State planemaker Commercial Aircraft Corp of China (COMAC) said on Sunday it has delivered the first ARJ21 jet to domestic low-cost carrier Chengdu Airlines, calling it a big breakthrough in China`s efforts to develop its domestic jet plane design and manufacturing capabilities.
Nov 30, 2015, 00:49 AM IST
1 dead, 1 injured in skydiving accident in Arizona
A reserve parachute was flying properly but encountered turbulence during the landing.
Nov 22, 2015, 06:32 AM IST
India gets back Category-I aviation safety ranking
India's aviation safety ranking was Wednesday upgraded to Category-1 by US aviation watchdog Federal Aviation Authority (FAA), a move that could pave the way for domestic airlines to expand their services to that country.
Apr 08, 2015, 14:32 PM IST
US FAA report on India's aviation safety likely by April 10
A team of officials from the US aviation watchdog Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which is in the capital for a final assessment of India's aviation safety is expected to submit its report by April 10.
Mar 31, 2015, 14:04 PM IST
DGCA acting on FAA findings on Indian civil aviation securitty: Sharma
Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is taking action on the findings brought up by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on India's aviation safety, which remained downgraded since early last year.
Mar 17, 2015, 18:47 PM IST
India's aviation safety mechanism likely to remain downgraded till March
India's aviation safety mechanism is likely to remain downgraded till March next year with the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) finding deficiencies on eight counts, it was officially stated Tuesday.
Dec 16, 2014, 20:14 PM IST
