Reno Air Race Crash Kills and Injures Scores of Spectators
As many as 12 people were killed and 75 injured Friday afternoon when a plane taking part in the Reno Air Races crashed into a spectator seating area, according to preliminary reports.
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Finally Gets Off the Ground
Boeing today sent its new 787 Dreamliner on its maiden test flight, marking the first time a mostly composite airliner has taken to the air.
European Union Calls for Increased Tech Collaboration for Single European Sky
The EU has called for increased collaboration on technology in order to fulfill the benefits of developing a so-called Single European Sky air traffic control system.
Coast Guard Chopper Forced to Land After Pilots Flashed with Laser
A Coast Guard MH-65C Dolphin helicopter in California was forced to make a precautionary landing Thursday night at their hangar after someone illuminated the crew with a laser, the U.S. Coast Guard said Friday.
Embraer Deliveries Up, Order Backlog Shrinks in Second Quarter
During the second quarter of 2010, Embraer delivered 69 jets to the airline and executive jets segments, 15 more than the same period last year, the company said on Thursday.