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USAF F-16 Goes Down in Germany During Landing Approach, Pilot Ejects

USAF F-16 Goes Down in Germany During Landing Approach, Pilot Ejects

A US Air Force F-16 assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing crashed during approach to Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany on Sept...

Helen William 1 day ago
Largest Air Force in the World Finally Hits 1,500 Pilot Milestone After Years of Struggle

Largest Air Force in the World Finally Hits 1,500 Pilot Milestone After Years of Struggle

The U.S. Air Force is on track to exceed 1,500 pilot graduates in fiscal 2026 after overhauling undergraduate pilot trai...

Kevin Derby 4 days ago
Pilots Are Sleeping in the Cockpit: Why EASA Allows Naps but FAA Says No

Pilots Are Sleeping in the Cockpit: Why EASA Allows Naps but FAA Says No

A survey of German pilots shows widespread use of controlled cockpit rest, while EASA rules permit short naps under stri...

Helen William 3 weeks ago
Fighter Jet Pilots Salary Across the World in 2026

Fighter Jet Pilots Salary Across the World in 2026

Fighter jet pilots represent one of the most elite and highly trained groups in global aviation.

Kevin Derby 4 weeks ago
Fighter Jet Pilot Vs Airline Pilot Salary in 2026

Fighter Jet Pilot Vs Airline Pilot Salary in 2026

Fighter pilot vs airline pilot pay in 2026: a global salary breakdown covering the US, Europe, Japan, and China.

Bhavya Velani 3 months ago
Why US Pilots Cannot Sleep Mid-Flight While Others Do?

Why US Pilots Cannot Sleep Mid-Flight While Others Do?

Unlike most global airlines, U.S. carriers forbid pilots from taking short, regulated naps mid-flight — a decision roote...

Natalia Shelley 10 months ago
US Pilot Shortage 2025: Airlines Face Strain Despite Rising Demand

US Pilot Shortage 2025: Airlines Face Strain Despite Rising Demand

The pilot shortage may have faded from headlines, but it continues to challenge major U.S. carriers such as United Airli...

Kevin Derby 11 months ago
Spirit Airlines to Furlough 270 Pilots and Downgrade 140 Captains

Spirit Airlines to Furlough 270 Pilots and Downgrade 140 Captains

Spirit Airlines (NK) has announced plans to furlough 270 pilots and downgrade 140 captains to first officers as it scale...

Kevin Derby 1 year ago
Mid-Air Pilot Dispute Sparks ATC Controversy Over Southern California

Mid-Air Pilot Dispute Sparks ATC Controversy Over Southern California

A recent in-flight dispute between a Cessna Citation (N323EZ) and an ABX Air (GB) Boeing 767, operating out of Southern ...

Kevin Derby 1 year ago
Did Helen Keller Fly A Plane? | Reality Check

Did Helen Keller Fly A Plane? | Reality Check

What’s the one thing Pilots absolutely need to fly a plane? Perfect eyesight, sharp hearing, and a license, right? Well,...

Sakshi Jain 1 year ago
United Airlines Passenger Says She Was Forced Back Beside Alleged Lewd Seatmate

United Airlines Passenger Says She Was Forced Back Beside Alleged Lewd Seatmate

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American Airlines Named Anchor Carrier for $4.5 Billion New Phoenix West Terminal

American Airlines Named Anchor Carrier for $4.5 Billion New Phoenix West Terminal

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American Airlines Delayed 24 Hours, Rebooked Without Notice, Then Cancelled $8,000 Ticket

American Airlines Delayed 24 Hours, Rebooked Without Notice, Then Cancelled $8,000 Ticket

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United Airlines Passenger Says She Was Forced Back Beside Alleged Lewd Seatmate

United Airlines Passenger Says She Was Forced Back Beside Alleged Lewd Seatmate

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SAS Cabin Crew Salary in 2026

SAS Cabin Crew Salary in 2026

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Europe Scrambles for New Heavy-Lift Solution as Aging An-124s and C-17s Near the End

Europe Scrambles for New Heavy-Lift Solution as Aging An-124s and C-17s Near the End

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