FAA Proposes Regulating Pilots’ Rest Period Based on Fatigue Science
U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood and Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Randy Babbitt on Friday announced a landmark proposal to fight fatigue among commercial pilots by setting new flight time, duty and rest...
Virgin America: Still the Best In Class?
Virgin America still maintains a clear edge; its product is competitive, and the vibe hasn't been replicated elsewhere. But other airlines are taking aim.
China Airlines Joins SkyTeam Alliance
Taiwanese flag carrier China Airlines has announced the start of its joining process leading to full entry into the SkyTeam airline alliance in a process that is expected to be completed by mid-2011.
Chopper Pilot Nearly Becomes Eligible for Darwin Award
A Florida helicopter pilot somehow made it home with only a broken arm after attempting an extraordinarily stupid maneuver with his Robinson R22 and failing miserably.
Delta MD-88 Goes Off of Runway at LGA
A Delta Air Lines MD-88 slid off a runway and crashed into an embankment at New York's La Guardia Airport this morning.