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EC Proposes Four-month Suspension of Slot Rule

Brussels is granting the temporary suspension until June 30 of the 80-20 “use it or lose it” rule for airport slots.

Further Aircraft Lost before Idlib Ceasefire Agreement

The ceasefire ar Idlib ended a brief period of intense fighting between Assadist and Turkish forces, during which a number of aircraft were downed.

U.S. Military Exploring eVTOL Solution to Resupplying Troops

The U.S. military is investing in eVTOL aircraft technology that it believes could reduce risks associated with moving cargo in combat zones.

U.S. Travel Ban on Europe Strikes Latest Blow to Airlines

Trump blames the EU for what he characterized as a slow response to the Covid-19 outbreak.

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New Production Contracts for UH-60s, HH-60s, and P-8s

Recent Department of Defense contracts have swollen the order books for the Army’s Black Hawk, the Air Force’s Jolly Green II, and Navy Poseidons.

Europe Blindsided by U.S. Transatlantic Travel Ban

The unexpected U.S. travel restrictions force airlines across Europe to massively cut services to the country.

China Plans Further Financial Stimulus for Ailing Airlines

Authorities are considering further measures to help China's air transport sector weather the coronavirus crisis.

Thailand To Crack Down on Substandard Flying Schools

The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand plans to start an audit of the country’s 10 flying academies in April.

Training and Workforce

FAA Waives U.S. Airport Slot Usage Rules

Airlines may now cancel flights at congested airports in the U.S. without risking the loss of slot rights.

Weapon-winged Wildcat Unveiled as Sea Venom Advances

A new weapons wing allows the Wildcat naval helicopter to carry up to 20 Martlet or four Sea Venom missiles, or a combination of both.

Delta, American Airlines Signal Major Capacity Cuts

The spread of the novel coronavirus prompts drastic measures at all major U.S. carriers.

European Commission Pledges Relief from 80/20 Slot Obligation

Brussels believes the Covid-19 outbreak’s “major” effect on traffic warrants a relaxation of the EU slot rule.

Comac Boosts ARJ21 Production with Second Assembly Line

ARJ21 aircraft 132 completed its first production test flight from Comac’s new assembly line at Shanghai Pudong International Airport on May 6.

Updated 'Bear' Provides First Intercept for the F-35

A long-distance flight by two Russian Navy “Bears” was intercepted and escorted by Norwegian and UK fighters, including F-35s for the first time.

Saudi Arabia Severely Curtails Travel Through Its Airports

Middle East airlines have announced updated fee waiver policies to help passengers plan around the coronavirus disruption.

Industry Troubled as UK Government Confirms EASA Departure

The UK will leave the European Aviation Safety Agency at the end of 2020, raising questions about the CAA's ability to take over its responsibilities.

Regulations and Government

European Slot Coordinators Support Leniency of Slot Rules

The slot coordinators’ position follows airlines’ calls to temporary suspend the 80/20 use-it-or-lose-it rule in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak.

Coronavirus Spread Becomes a Global Crisis for Airlines

The Covid-19 outbreak has prompted a decision by Lufthansa to cut capacity in half in the coming weeks.

Aeroflot Inducts A350 While Pledging to Take Indigenous Jets

The Russian flag carrier has become the first airline in Eastern Europe to fly the A350.

Israel Approved for KC-46, but USAF Problems Persist

Israel is now cleared to begin negotiations over the purchase of the still-troubled KC-46A tanker.

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