New hiring process aims to address staffing shortages and improve aviation safety. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced an initiative to accelerate the hiring of air traffic controllers, following…
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Department of the Interior Orders Travel Reviews
The agency suspends spending and travel during updates to its approval process. The U.S. Department of the Interior has issued a pause on all spending and travel, aligning…
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King Charles III Invites President Trump for “Unprecedented” Second State Visit
Prime Minister Starmer gave President Trump the signed letter. During British Prime Minister Starmer’s visit to the White House, he presented a letter to President Donald Trump signed…
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SpaceX to Assist FAA in Modernizing Air Traffic Systems
The transportation secretary also says none of the recently released personnel were air traffic controllers. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy met with a SpaceX team to receive input and…
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U.S. Army Identifies Third Soldier Killed in D.C. Aircraft Collision
The U.S. Army identified the third soldier who died during the deadly midair crash near Reagan Washington National Airport last week, releasing her name on Saturday at the…
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Appeals Court Blocks Transportation Department’s Airline Junk Fee Rule
The decision says the administration skipped the necessary company comment period. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals blocked a rule issued by President Biden’s administration that required airlines…
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FAA Invests $332 Million to Modernize Airport Facilities
The funding will upgrade baggage systems, runways, and more across 32 states. The Federal Aviation Administration announced over $332 million for the modernization of American airports, distributing 171…
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Transportation Department Penalizes JetBlue $2 Million for Chronic Flight Delays
Half the penalty will be used to compensate affected customers. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has fined JetBlue $2 million for chronically delayed flights. While airlines are required…
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Transportation Department Proposes a Rule for Airline Accountability on Delays and Cancellations
New measures seek to protect passengers with compensation, free rebooking, and expense coverage for airline-caused disruptions. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has initiated a rulemaking process to…
Read MoreFAA Awards $20 Million for Traffic Control Tower Upgrades
Twenty airports in 15 states will receive funding for construction or renovation. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that 20 airports will receive $20 million to construct or upgrade…
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