International Relief Organization Welcomes its New Boeing 767 Into Service

Samaritan’s Purse is officially moving its historic Douglas DC-8 cargo jet into retirement on Friday, November 14, to kick off a dedication ceremony for its new Boeing 767. This marks the end of an era for the world’s last flying, US-registered DC-8.

Smaller, Lighter, With GPS, ADS-B Out For Experimental, LSA

Dynon’s Trig Avionics announced the introduction of the TT23, the  latest model in its compact transponder line. This next generation transponder is designed with a smaller form factor and up to 15% less weight than previous models and introduces new capabilities.

Global Autonomous Distress Data Feeds Into LADR

The International Civil Aviation Organization, ICAO, announced that Autonomous Distress Tracking (ADT) data from aircraft globally is now feeding directly in the global Location of Aircraft in Distress Repository (LADR) through a new technical connection developed by ICAO, EUROCONTROL, and the French Mission Control Center (MCC).

Exploring Expansion Of Infrastructure For Future BETA Aircraft

Signature Aviation and UrbanLink Air Mobility signed onto a letter of intent for the purpose of exploring infrastructure and operational development for all-electric aircraft across Florida, signaling a move forward toward scaling advanced air mobility.

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The longest federal government shutdown in history is finally coming to a close… but the aviation industry is taking its time to bounce back. Airlines are getting ready to shoulder thousands more flight delays and cancellations as the President himself takes to warning air traffic controllers with pay cuts. The FAA’s game plan involved an initial 4 percent flight reduction at 40 major airports, incrementally working its way up to 10 percent. Through years of first-hand experience, Adriana Barrigan has seen how damaging holes in the flight training industry can be on student pilots… and she created an app to fix it. FlyORKA, which recently made its way onto Apple and Android platforms, is designed to make training more efficient and promote student confidence. Spartan Education Group announced the acquisition of Aviato

Refinance With Bain Capital Adds Capacity and Financial Flexibility

Bridger Aerospace has entered into a new $331.5 million financing deal with investment firm Bain Capital. The agreement includes $100 million in financing for Bridger to expand its fleet of aerial firefighting aircraft, a $210 million loan, and a $21.5 million line of credit.

Breaks Ground On 1.2M SF Facility In North Charleston, South Carolina

Boeing broke ground on a $1 billion expansion of its 787 Dreamliner facility in North Charleston, South Carolina, ahead of an increase in production of the widebody to 10 aircraft per month in 2026.

Record Demand Drives Growth, First Facility Operational 2026

Williams International announced the groundbreaking on its new advanced production facility in Okaloosa County, Florida, in a ceremony attended by over 150 people including stakeholders and local, county, and state officials. The initial project is a 1-million-square-foot facility for production of its turbofan engines as well as future product lines.

Also: Embraer Nixes Next-Gen Turboprop, Boeing $1B Expansion, 12 Class B Airports Closed To GA, Relief Flight Downed

The CAF Gulf Coast Wing’s AC-47 “Spooky” gunship has taken to the air once again. The Vietnam-era aircraft made its return to flight to honor fallen veteran Lt. Col. Paul Mendes. The flyover was held during the Vietnam Veteran Parkway Dedication ceremony. Mendes, a decorated Green Beret and three-tour Vietnam veteran, was among the last American soldiers evacuated from Saigon in 1975 and later played a key role in recovering missing US personnel. Boeing offered a new contract to the more than 3,200 workers at its facilities in the St. Louis area, with increased bonuses and adjusted terms as the company tries to end the walkout that has now lasted more than three months. NBAA is bluntly shutting down any claims that business aviation has been exempted from the FAA’s new traffic reduction measures. The cu

Shutdown Impacts Unpaid Aviation Workers, Disrupts Flights And ATC Modernization

The National Air Transportation Association joined more than 50 aviation stakeholders who, in an open letter published in The Washington Post, emphatically called on Congress to end the shutdown immediately that has gone on for 41 days and is significantly impacting air travel in the U.S.