Today in Aviation History: October 29th
The US Dept. of Justice approves the Delta/Northwest merger, John Glenn becomes the oldest man to enter space, a plane carrying the California Polytechnic State University football team crashes, and more...
Mexican Air Force Cargo Plane Crashes at Monterrey Airport
At least five people are believed dead after an Air Force plane crashed at Monterrey International Airport, reports say.
Google Buys ITA Software, Maker of Travel Search Engine Tools, for $700 Million
ITA Software and Google on Thursday announced that they have signed a definitive agreement for Google to acquire ITA for $700 million in cash.
Boeing’s Biggest Bird Takes to the Skies
The largest commercial aircraft ever built in the United States, Boeing's 747-8 Freighter, made its maiden flight today, marking an important step forward in manufacturer's groundbreaking, but aging, 747 product line.
Updated: Could Runway Closures Mean A Summer of Misery at JFK?
Beginning Sunday, JFK will have 1 runway closed and another shortened until late September. Find out why this is happening and what it means for travelers.