FAA orders United to inspect Boeing 777s after emergency
The announcements come a day after United Airlines Flight 328 had to make an emergency landing at Denver International Airport after its right engine blew apart just after takeoff.
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FAA outlines new rules for drones and their operators
Federal officials say they will allow operators to fly small drones over people and at night, potentially giving a boost to commercial use of the machines.
New software glitch found in Boeing’s troubled 737 Max jet
A person familiar with the matter said the latest setback is likely to delay the plane’s return to service by an extra one to three months.
House advances federal aviation bill that calls for minimum seat sizes
Lawmakers abandoned a plan backed by airlines to privatize the nation's air-traffic-control system.
U.S. security official mulling expanded airplane laptop ban
Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly said Sunday he’s considering banning laptops from the passenger cabins of all international flights to and from the United States.
Trump calls for privatizing air traffic control operations
The proposal says spinning off air traffic operations from the Federal Aviation Administration and placing them under an “independent, non-governmental organization” would make the system “more efficient and innovative while maintaining safety.”
Indy Airport braces for more diverted flights under new federal rules
Indianapolis International Airport could receive more planes diverted from other airports this winter due to a change in how runway conditions are assessed. Unfortunately, officials aren’t yet sure what to expect.
New federal drone rules should lift TV stations
The Federal Aviation Administration last month approved new regulations that TV industry experts say will open the floodgates for drone use in news reporting.