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“Investing in the next generation of air traffic controllers is critical to maintaining the safety and efficiency of our national airspace. By expanding training opportunities through these programs, we’re not only meeting today’s staffing needs—we’re building a resilient workforce ready to handle the challenges of tomorrow.” Source: Part of an explanation by FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford, as to how a New Hampshire community college became the fifth school to join the FAA’s Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) in 2025. This marks the state’s first program to be approved for the curriculum.

Desired Track The planned or intended track between two waypoints. It is measured in degrees from either magnetic or true north. The instantaneous angle may change from point to point along the great circle track between waypoints.

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Also: Signia Buys Precise Flight, New Earhart Terminal, Crew-10 Returns, AAL Faces Suit After President Trump slapped a 39 percent import tariff on Swiss goods, Pilatus decided to temporarily cut ties with the US market by refusing to deliver PC-12 and PC-24 business jets to American customers. If the tariff chaos doesn’t die down soon, the commercial aviation industry could be facing similar complications. British low-cost airline group easyJet suspended one of its captains after being reported by guests who witnessed him drunk and naked at a luxury resort hotel in Cape Verde on August 5. He was due to…

Also: SkyFest Returns To Arlington, NY Air Show, Lovell Remembered, Virgin Galactic Delays A uniquely painted 1958 Cessna Skyhawk, which had already been reported stolen once this summer, was recovered on the night of August 3 after being taken from Brackett Field in La Verne, California. The plane, owned by 75-year-old Jason Hong of Yorba Linda, was first stolen from Corona Municipal Airport sometime between May and late July. Falling just short of the 30,351-jump record, the 2025 World Skydiving Day counted 26,718 skydives from almost 40 countries. The United States topped the charts this year, with more than 13,000…

The question of how many miles per gallon a Boeing 737 MAX achieves strikes at the heart of airline economics, environmental responsibility, and aircraft performance. Fuel costs account for roughly 30 percent of an airline’s operating budget, while carbon emissions have become a focal point for regulators and passengers alike. Understanding the Boeing 737 MAX’s fuel efficiency helps airlines optimize routes, reduce costs, and meet sustainability targets. Before analyzing the numbers, this article will explain the metrics used to measure aircraft fuel efficiency, compare the 737 MAX to its predecessors and competitors, explore the factors that influence mpg, gather insights…

Air Canada Flight Attendants Urge Government To Not Intervene | Aviation Week Network https://aviationweek.com/themes/custom/particle/dist/app-drupal/assets/awn-logo.svg Skip to main content Lori Ranson August 15, 2025 Credit: Air Canada Air Canada’s flight attendants have urged the government not to intervene in negotiations with management as the Aug. 16 deadline for a strike approaches. After reaching an impasse in contract talks, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) provided Air Canada with an official strike notice… Lori Ranson Lori covers North American and Latin airlines for Aviation Week and is also a Senior Analyst for CAPA – Centre for Aviation. Subscription Required Air Canada Flight…

STARLUX Airlines and American Airlines have entered into an interline agreement, offering better connectivity between North America and Taiwan. The news comes ahead of the route launch between Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). An interline agreement is a partnership between two or more airlines that allows passengers to book a single ticket for travel on multiple airlines, even if those airlines don’t have a formal codeshare agreement. Increased Convenience And Transpacific Connectivity Photo: Vincenzo Pace | Simple Flying The new interline partnership with American Airlines makes travel to Asia more convenient, offering single-ticket…

NASA Alters Commercial Space Station Development Strategy | Aviation Week Network https://aviationweek.com/themes/custom/particle/dist/app-drupal/assets/awn-logo.svg Skip to main content Mark Carreau August 15, 2025 Credit: NASA HOUSTON—NASA is altering plans to issue contracts for the development of commercial low-Earth-orbit successors to the International Space Station (ISS). The ISS is scheduled to be safely deorbited in 2030 after three decades of continuous human presence in space. In an industry update published Aug… Mark Carreau Mark is based in Houston, where he has written on aerospace for more than 25 years. While at the Houston Chronicle, he was recognized by the Rotary National Award for…

Anchorage Daily News is reporting that in a stunning development, Ravn Alaska has officially ceased all operations as of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, effectively shuttering service throughout the state. Once a vital lifeline for many of Alaska’s rural communities, the carrier is now gone as it has been folded into parent company New Pacific Airlines. The unexpected stoppage has left many communities scrambling to deal with a sudden lack of transportation options. In many areas of the state, Ravn’s air service is not a luxury, but rather, a necessity. Currently, the company’s website only displays this message: “We appreciate the…