PHOTOS: Ships and Helicopters Entertain Thousands of New Yorkers During Fleet Week 2010
A parade of ships, demonstrations by Marine helicopters and other events thrilled huge crowds during New York's 26th annual Fleet Week. Scott Snorteland snapped some great photos of the action.
Thai Airways to Lease Eight New Boeing 777-300ER Jets Ordered by BOC Aviation
The Boeing Company on Tuesday announced an order for eight 777-300ERs from leasing company BOC Aviation, which will in turn lease the aircraft to Thai Airways.
Israel Orders 20 Lockheed Martin F-35 Fighter Jets
Israel will purchase 20 fifth-generation F-35 stealth jets from the U.S. for almost $2.75 billion, receiving the first jet some time between 2015 and 2017, at $96 million per plane.
US Customs Finds 18 Human Heads At Chicago’s O’Hare Airport
Officials scrambled Tuesday to get 18 human heads off to a crematorium after they were seized by US customs inspectors.
Why We Are Safe in the Storm
Winter weather poses a challenge to the airlines and pilots operating aircraft. Yet the airline industry maintains an excellent safety record despite the potentially hazardous conditions.