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(Pilot) Heard A Loud “Bang” As The Nose Gear Collapsed And The Nose Continued To Settle, Sliding Down The Runway Surface Analysis: The pilot stated that when he touched down, the main landing gear contacted the runway surface, followed by the nose gear. He instantly heard a loud “bang” as the nose gear collapsed and the nose continued to settle, sliding down the runway surface. Examination of the nose gear revealed that the nose landing gear actuator failed due to the buckling and fracture of the ball screw, which resulted from compressive loads on the actuator assembly.

From 2010 (YouTube Edition): Aero-TV Takes to the Skies Alongside ANG’s John Klatt John Klatt is a man who truly lives and breathes aviation. As the pilot for John Klatt Airshows, he travels across the country bringing stunning aerobatic performances to aviation enthusiasts and aerobatic experts alike. Flying for over 23 years with over 13,000 hours of flight time, Klatt took an interest in flying shortly after high school. After discovering the Air National Guard while a student at the University of Minnesota, Klatt joined the ANG pilot training program where he earned his wings at the Air Force in…

Also: Solar-Powered Record, IAM Appeals, Airshow Pilot Lost, Air India Flamed The Unlimited Class recently confirmed that it would be withdrawing from this year’s National Championship Air Races (NCAR), unfortunately following suit with the Sport Class, which announced its decision in late July. This leaves five classes to compete. The Reno Air Racing Association announced the Unlimited Class decision, calling it disappointing but not unexpected given the logistical hurdles of relocating an event that, until now, had spent 59 years in Reno. SpaceX’s Starship is getting prepared to launch on Sunday August 24, with the launch window opening at 6:30…

Delta Air Lines ’ Boeing 767s, the 767-300ER and 767-400ER, remain cornerstone widebody jets in its fleet in 2025. Whether you’re flying Delta One, Premium Select, Comfort+, or the Main Cabin, knowing which seats offer the best legroom, privacy, or view can elevate your experience. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the optimal seat picks in each cabin class across these aircraft types, backed by seat data and layout specifics, to help savvy travelers make the smartest choice before takeoff. Choosing the best seat isn’t just about comfort, it’s about maximizing value, whether you’re stretching out on a full-flat…

Inside MRO News Briefs And Contracts, September 2025 | Aviation Week Network https://aviationweek.com/themes/custom/particle/dist/app-drupal/assets/awn-logo.svg Skip to main content Aviation Week Staff August 25, 2025 Boeing expects demand for 710,000 new maintenance technicians over the next 20 years. Credit: Tom Tracy Photography/Alamy Stock Photo Highlights Boeing Predicts Small Dip In Demand for Technicians Boeing recently released its 2025 outlook for pilots and technicians through 2044, showing slight increases in demand for commercial aircraft cabin crewmembers but slightly less demand for pilots and maintenance staff in the next 20… Inside MRO News Briefs And Contracts, September 2025 is part of our Aviation Week…

The Boeing 777-300ER has proven to be one of the most successful aircraft variants Boeing has ever built. With over 800 deliveries of the long-range widebody, the 777-300ER makes up over half of all 777 passenger aircraft built by Boeing and is the best-selling variant by a long way. But with over two decades in service, the era of the 777-300ER is entering its twilight. While it will remain in commercial service for many years to come, newer and more advanced aircraft have already started to phase it out, while Boeing’s direct replacement is probably a year away from entering…

RTX Targets EA-18G Jammer Upgrades Ahead Of Production Decision | Aviation Week Network https://aviationweek.com/themes/custom/particle/dist/app-drupal/assets/awn-logo.svg Skip to main content Brian Everstine August 24, 2025 A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron VAQ-132 during Exercise Red Flag Alaska 25. Credit: U.S. Department of Defense RENO, Nevada—RTX is already working on incorporating operational lessons into the Next-Generation Jammer Mid-Band system after the equipment’s initial deployments and as it awaits the service’s full-rate production decision. The production milestone looms after the service late last year declared… Brian Everstine Brian Everstine is the Pentagon Editor for Aviation Week, based in Washington, D.C.…

Air Mauritius is reportedly seeking to renegotiate its 2023 order for three Airbus A350 widebody aircraft. In an interview with Defi Media, the airline’s chairperson, Kremchand (Kishore) Beegoo, noted that the company’s management had made some questionable decisions in the past, with the additional A350 order being one of them. Beegoo explained that the carrier’s existing Airbus A350 fleet is already adequate to support its long-haul operations, which currently serve two European destinations, including London and Paris. Looking For More Versatility Photo: Airbus At present, Air Mauritius operates four Airbus A350-900 widebody aircraft, with an average age of 6.9 years,…

SpaceX Launches Cargo Ship To ISS | Aviation Week Network https://aviationweek.com/themes/custom/particle/dist/app-drupal/assets/awn-logo.svg Skip to main content Irene Klotz August 24, 2025 The NASA-SpaceX CRS-33 mission lifted off at 2:45 a.m. EDT Aug. 24. Credit: NASA Cape Canaveral – In the first of two planned flights on Aug. 24, SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral SFS carrying a propellant-heavy Dragon cargo ship to resupply and reboost the International Space Station’s (ISS) orbit. The rocket’s reusable first stage, powered by nine liquid… Irene Klotz Irene Klotz is Senior Space Editor for Aviation Week, based in Cape Canaveral. Before joining Aviation…

Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) is rare in that it is a hub for two of the largest airlines in the US: United Airlines and American Airlines. Only a handful of other airports in the US play host to the two carriers, with Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) being a prime example. This has led to stiff competition at the airport, with the two airlines battling it out to win passengers on some of the country’s most prestigious and profitable routes. In this article, we will take a look at the competition between United Airlines and American Airlines at Chicago…