August 4th in Aviation History: MASH Makes First Helicopter Evacuation
NASA's Phoenix spacecraft is launched, MASH begins helicopter ops, a Bangkok Airways plane hits a control tower, and more...
Possible Bomb Found on UPS Plane in UK, Other Jets Searched in Newark, Philadelphia
A bomb fashioned out of a printer ink toner cartridge has been found on board a UPS cargo plane in London as authorities report finding suspicious devices on UPS jets in Newark and Philadelphia.
The Unintended Consequences of the “1500 Hour Rule”
The FAA recently raised minimum flight hour requirements for commercial pilots to 1,500 hours. Brad Tate explores whether this stricter hiring requirement truly benefits flight safety.
Mexicana to Suspend All Operations At Midnight Friday
Ailing Mexicana de Aviacion, Mexico's largest air carrier, will suspend all operations at midnight this Friday due to lack of funds.
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.