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American Airlines is the latest carrier to restrict portable chargers on planes. Here’s what to know about the new policy

Lithium batteries in portable chargers can catch fire if damaged, federal regulators have warned

The Independent UK

Blue Origin's huge New Glenn rocket grounded after launch mishap

The Federal Aviation Administration has temporarily grounded Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, which failed to deliver a satellite to the proper orbit during its third-ever launch on Sunday (April 19).

Space

More air traffic control modernization funding needed, Duffy says

Efforts to modernize the nation’s air traffic control system are moving along with the support of funds provided in last year’s reconciliation law, but the Transportation Department will need even more money from Congress to finish the job, Secretary Sean Duffy said Tuesday. Congress authorized $12.5 billion in funds to…

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US Flight Chaos Intensifies as $11B Fuel Spike and Staffing Gaps Force Massive Airline Schedule Cuts

US air travellers face the worst flight chaos of 2026 as TSA staffing shortages, the Iran war jet fuel spike, and spring storms force airlines to slash routes and suspend key services.

International Business Times UK

Near mid-air collision between Southwest Airlines planes narrowly averted above Nashville

Collision alarms in the cockpits of both Boeing 737 aircraft went off, warning that they were too close together

The Independent UK

These Are the Five US Airports Where Your Flight Is Most Likely to Be Delayed Right Now: Why It Is Getting Worse

Thousands of flights were canceled on Friday at major American airports. The delays come on top of the recent TSA shutdown and the concerns surrounding jet fuel prices due to the Iran War.

International Business Times UK

How to manage sleep apnea while traveling —experts share what to prep and pack

Everything you need to know about managing sleep apnea while travelling, including an expert-approved packing list.

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Drone sightings in restricted airspace at Colorado Rockies games prompts warning from authorities

A rash of drone sightings during the Colorado Rockies’ first homestand of the season against the Philadelphia Phillies sent law enforcement scrambling to track down the operators

The Independent UK

California man switches his nap spot at the last minute, only to find moments later that he literally bested death

Straight outta Final Destination.

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Pilots Caught Meowing and Barking on the Emergency Frequency at Reagan National — the One Reserved for Crashes and Distress Calls

A viral pilot emergency frequency incident at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport raises serious aviation safety concerns after pilots were heard making animal noises on a channel reserved for distress calls.

International Business Times UK

A giant chunk of ice crashed through the roof of California home and landed on the couch. The FAA is investigating

Yuder Grau of Whittier heard what sounded like an explosion in his living room last Friday morning — it turned out to be a huge block of ice ripping through his roof

The Independent UK

Pilots caught ‘meowing’ and ‘barking’ as someone urges them to be professional: ‘Why you still fly an RJ

Very funny, guys.

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Drone-killing laser weapons greenlit for use in US airspace – FAA and Defense Department say high-energy weapons are ‘ready to protect all air travelers from illicit drone use’ despite airspace restrictions and friendly-fire incidents

FFA approval of drone-killing high-energy laser weapons presents minimal risk to aircraft.

TechRadar

FAA Approves Anti-Drone Laser for Southern Border Despite February Incident Where Party Balloon Was Mistaken for Cartel Craft

The system uses a directed-energy beam to disable small unmanned aircraft by damaging critical components such as sensors or propulsion systems

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The Independent UK

American Airlines flight forced to divert after crew reports ‘oven issue’

The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident

Tom’s Hardware

FAA approves military use of drone-killing laser weapons in US airspace — decision comes after it was decided ‘systems do not present an increased risk to the flying public’

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to give carte blanche approval to the military’s use of laser weaponry to shoot down suspected errant drones in US airspace.

Fortune

The FAA is recruiting gamers to fix America’s air traffic controller crisis—and offering $155,000 to do it

With the U.S. still 3,500 controllers short of its staffing target, the federal government is turning to Fortnite fans and Roblox players to fill the gap.

Tom’s Hardware

FAA courts gamers to become air traffic controllers — boasts $155k average annual salary after three years as the agency prepares for 8,000 applicants

The FAA's latest YouTube video is encouraging gamers to apply to become an air traffic controller, telling them that they've been training for this challenge. The agency is tapping on the younger demographic to help expand its numbers as the ATC shortage is hampering safety and airport operations.

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International Business Times UK

No Degree, $155K Pay: Trump's FAA Is Recruiting Gamers as Air Traffic Controllers

The FAA is recruiting gamers for air traffic control roles, highlighting their quick decision-making skills amid rising safety concerns.

The Independent UK

Trump team turns to unlikely group to fill much needed air traffic controller jobs - gamers

‘It’s not a game. It’s a career,’ an FAA ad declares over the pulsing beat of song ‘Heads Will Roll’

PC Gamer

US government wants gamers to become air traffic controllers

"It's not a game," transportation secretary Sean Duffy says: "Its [sic] a career!"

The Independent UK

FAA says proper use of anti-drone lasers that prompted Texas airspace closures is safe for flights

Counter-drone lasers will now be able to be used along the southern border

The Independent UK

Frontier Airlines passenger groped teenage cheerleader after downing 5 vodkas on 2-hour flight, lawsuit says

First in The Independent: Frontier Airlines ‘over-served… and unreasonably supervised’ an already-intoxicated passenger who drunkenly tried to force himself on his teenage seatmate, according to court filings

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3 Low-Rated Stocks With Big Price-Target Gaps

Despite their low ratings, Paramount Skydance, Joby Aviation, and Lucid carry price targets that suggest notable potential upside over the next year.

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Delta’s CEO says AI’s biggest opportunity in aviation isn’t inside the plane—it’s air traffic control

Partly because of air traffic control issues, it takes longer to fly from Atlanta to New York today than it did in the 1950s, Bastian said.

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