Tag: Boeing
NEWS Oct 09, 2026 Boeing's Touchscreen Flight Controls for 737 Draw Sharp Criticism from Pilots Boeing's plan to introduce Touchscreen Control Display Units on the 737 has sparked backlash from pilots who warn of safety and usability concerns. Read More →
NEWS Oct 09, 2026 Southwest Airlines Considers Boeing 787 Order for Long-Haul International Expansion Southwest Airlines is evaluating the Boeing 787 Dreamliner as it explores a shift into long-haul international flying, sources tell Reuters. Read More →
NEWS Oct 08, 2026 KLM Brings Starlink Internet to Long-Haul Flights KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will roll out free high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi on long-haul flights starting in 2027, but short-haul routes miss out. Read More →
NEWS Oct 05, 2026 United Boeing 757 Makes Overweight Landing in Dublin After Crew Reports Strong Fuel Smell and Headaches A United Airlines Boeing 757 bound for Newark returned to Dublin Airport shortly after takeoff following reports of a fuel smell on board. Read More →
INFORMATIONAL Oct 04, 2026 Why Airliners Pump Nitrogen Into Their Fuel Tanks How airliners use nitrogen to prevent fuel-tank fires. Read More →
NEWS Oct 02, 2026 American Airlines Reportedly Planning to Bring Starlink Wi-Fi to Its Entire Mainline Fleet American Airlines is reportedly preparing to expand SpaceX's Starlink Wi-Fi service across its full mainline fleet, including Boeing aircraft. Read More →
NEWS Oct 02, 2026 Ryanair Boeing 737 Aborts Takeoff at Alicante Airport, Civil Aviation Commission Launches Investigation Spanish aviation authorities are investigating a Ryanair flight that aborted takeoff at Alicante Airport, prompting safety concerns and passenger delays. Read More →
NEWS Oct 01, 2026 Southwest Airlines Flight Returns to Orlando After Bird Strike on Takeoff A Southwest Airlines flight made an emergency return to Orlando International Airport Sunday after striking a bird shortly after takeoff. Read More →
NEWS Oct 01, 2026 FAA to Convene Review Panel on Boeing 737 MAX Software Issue That May Burden Pilots During Landing The FAA will convene a panel as soon as Friday to review a Boeing 737 MAX software glitch that could increase pilot workload during landing operations. Read More →
NEWS Oct 01, 2026 US Moves to Accelerate Aircraft Certification Citing Competition from China's Aviation Industry The United States is pushing to speed up aircraft certification processes, citing rising competition from China's growing aerospace sector. Read More →