Airplanes

President Trump threatened a 50% tariff on Canadian aircraft unless Canada approves Gulfstream jets, accusing Ottawa of "illegally" blocking U.S. plane certification.

United Airlines announced a record 750 daily flights at Chicago's O'Hare airport this summer, outpacing American Airlines in a heated competition for airport dominance.

Vertical Aerospace is planning electric air taxi operations for airport transfers and cross-city commuting in major metros, aiming to to deliver 175 eVTOL aircraft by 2030.

A winter storm threatened thousands of flights heading into the weekend across two dozen states, as airlines issue travel waivers for customers impacted by the snow.

Travelers without REAL ID will get a new backup option after TSA introduced the ConfirmID program. The fee is $45 to potentially clear airport security, but it is not guaranteed.

The Alaska Airlines pilot who safely landed a 737 jet after a door plug blowout is suing Boeing for $10 million, claiming the company attempted to make him a "scapegoat."

Two planes nearly collided at Houston's Bush Intercontinental airport after Volaris flight made unauthorized turn into United Express path, FAA investigating.

Greg Biffle, a former NASCAR star, earned millions through racing and business ventures before dying in a North Carolina plane crash that claimed seven lives.

Southwest's viral "6-7" meme-inspired sale offers $67 flights, referencing the popular Gen Alpha trend from rapper Skrilla's hit song "Doot Doot (6 7)."

Multiple U.S. companies including Northrop Grumman, Anduril Industries and Lockheed Martin are developing autonomous fighter jets for the military.

A group of Democrat senators proposed a bill to require airlines to compensate passengers for significant flight delays and cancellations.

Families have filed wrongful death lawsuits after a deadly UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville killed 14 people when an engine detached during takeoff Nov. 4.

The Trump administration is fast-tracking FAA modernization efforts, shifting from copper to fiber infrastructure and analog to digital systems nationwide.

Transportation Secretary Duffy says minimal travel disruptions expected as airlines rush to complete Airbus A320 software updates by Sunday.

UPS grounds entire MD-11 cargo fleet for months after deadly Louisville crash, threatening significant holiday shipping disruptions during peak season.

American Airlines Flight 2118 was diverted to Houston, Texas, after the crew "reported fumes in the flight deck and cabin," according to the FAA.

FAA flight reduction emergency order to end Monday as air traffic control staffing improves nationwide following government shutdown recovery efforts.

Flight reductions at 40 major U.S. airports were cut from 6% to 3% as the FAA improves air traffic controller staffing after the government shutdown ends.

The Trump administration ended Biden-era airline compensation rules that would have paid passengers up to $775 for flight delays and cancellations caused by carriers.

Government shutdown forces unpaid air traffic controllers to work overtime amid severe staffing crisis, creating safety concerns at nation's busiest airports.