On This Day in Aviation History: September 17th
NASA unveils the Space Shuttle Enterprise, East African Airways begins Nairobi-London service, maiden flight of the X-15 rocket plane, first fatality on a powered airplane, and more...
Boeing Delivers First 747-8 Intercontinental to Lufthansa
Lufthansa on Wednesday became the first airline to take the delivery of Boeing's new 747-8 Intercontinental, a critical milestone for the largest passenger plane ever built by the airframer.
Coast Guard Choppers Intercept Small Plane Near US Capital
Two U.S. Coast Guard helicopters late Saturday morning intercepted a small plane after it entered restricted airspace near Washington, D.C., officials said.
OPINION: The Risks of Reducing The FAA’s Control Of Our Aviation Infrastructure
As a new presidential administration prepares to take over, questions loom regarding the future of how the FAA will control the nation's aviation infrastructure.
Air China Receives First 737-800 With New Boeing Sky Interior
Boeing Company on Tuesday delivered Air China's first Next-Generation 737-800 equipped with the new Boeing Sky Interior.