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AD: Boeing

AD NUMBER: 2006-26-06 MANUFACTURER: Boeing SUBJECT: Airworthiness Directive 2006-26-06 SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 777-200 and -300 series airplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce engines.

AD: Fokker

AD NUMBER: 2006-26-05 MANUFACTURER: Fokker SUBJECT: Airworthiness Directive 2006-26-05 SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Fokker Model F27 Mark 100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, and 700 airplanes.

US Airways Stands By Its $8.4 Billion Offer, For Now

CEO Says It Will Continue Pursuit Of Delta

US Airways CEO Doug Parker says his airline will stand pat on its offer of $8.4 billion for Delta because it provides better value than Delta's plan to emerge from bankruptcy as a stand-alone company.

Italy's Share Of Alitalia Officially Up For Sale

Bidders Have One Month To Work Up Offers

The Italian government has given potential buyers until January 29 to submit bids for the state's share of the country's flagship carrier Alitalia.

Jackson Hole Airport Benefits From Noise Reduction Efforts

Levels Remain Constant Even As Airport Gets Busier

Efforts to reduce jet engine noise have resulted in real benefits for those living near Wyoming's Jackson Hole Airport. Officials there say noise levels have held steady over the years... even as more passengers arrive and depart the airport.

Passenger In Hot Water After Striking Air Marshal

"He Had A Bad Night Last Night"

Was it a slap or a punch? Reports differ on what kind of blow Andrew Kowalczyk landed on a fellow passenger during a US Airways flight this week. There's no question, however, on what the stricken passenger does for a living: he's a federal air marshal.