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4 killed after small plane crashes shortly after takeoff on way to Ellijay, officials say

The Federal Aviation Administration said a Mooney M20P aircraft went down near Union County Airport around 6:30 p.m. local time. ELLIJAY, Ga. — Four people were killed when a small plane crashed near an airport in South Carolina on Friday evening while on …

United plane makes emergency landing in Pittsburgh over ‘possible security issue’

A United Airlines flight bound for New York City was forced to land and evacuate in Pittsburgh on Saturday morning after crew members reported a “possible security issue”, a spokesperson for the Federal Aviation Administration said. United flight 2092 took …

New FAA DETER program offers fast-track penalties for first-time drone offenders

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a new enforcement policy designed to accelerate legal actions against operators of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The Drone Expedited and Targeted Enforcement Response (Deter) program …

Palantir, Thales, and a startup are competing to build the FAA’s predictive air traffic AI

In short: The FAA is developing SMART (Strategic Management of Airspace Routing Trajectories), an AI system that would extend air traffic conflict prediction from 15 minutes to two hours, with Palantir, Thales, and Air Space Intelligence competing for the …

Retirement Flyovers Are An Aviation Tradition: This Pilot's Farewell Got Him Reported To Police

A retirement flight is an emotional moment for any pilot, as they leave the job after decades of work and years spent struggling just to get into the cockpit. It typically ends with a greaser of a landing, a water cannon salute at the gate, and hugs from …

Flying back in time to explore Glendale’s link to aviation history: Our Neighborhood, The Way it Was

Previously located off the intersection of Cooper Avenue and 79th Place in Glendale, the Brunner Winkle Aircraft Corporation produced Bird biplanes during the late 1920s to early 1930s. The company began on Long Island as the Royal Aircraft Corporation in …

FAA Cuts Chicago O’Hare Flights, Ending A “Pointless” Capacity War Between United And American

The FAA is stepping in at Chicago O’Hare and cutting flights this summer, a move that ironically provides relief to both American Airlines and United Airlines and likely benefits consumers too. The Federal Aviation Administration will cap flight operations …

Plane diverted to Pittsburgh for potential security concern | Search finds 'negative results'

A plane en route to New York was diverted to Pittsburgh International Airport on Saturday due to a "possible security issue," according to officials. A spokesperson for the Allegheny County Airport Authority confirmed to Pittsburgh's Action …

School of Aeronautics granted FAA Examining Authority to issue Private Pilot Certificates

Liberty University School of Aeronautics students pursuing Private Pilot certification can now receive that in house after the Federal Aviation Administration gave the program examining authority in February. (Photo by Alyssa Stone) Liberty University’s …

Pilot injured after plane crashes in Ardmore

ARDMORE, Okla. (KXII) - A small passenger plane crashed in Ardmore at the Downtown Executive Airport Friday afternoon. Chris McMurray, who works in airport operations, heard an airplane land about 2 p.m., even though no pilots had called in on approach. “I …

Federal Aviation Administration Mandates Delays For Nashville International Airport Arrivals

Yesterday afternoon and evening, arriving traffic at Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Tennessee had to be restricted amid an FAA directive concerning a shortage of air traffic controllers at the facility. This disruption was then compounded by a …

JetBlue flight diverted to Chicago after cabin odor, FAA…

April 17, 2026, 12:16 p.m. ET The Federal Aviation Administration said the agency is investigating after a commercial plane bound for Boston was diverted to a Chicago airport on Friday, April 17. JetBlue Flight 734 reported an odor in the cabin and landed …

FAA Sees Early Surge In Air Traffic Controller Applications

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported a strong early response to its latest air traffic controller hiring campaign, receiving 6,000 applications within the first 12 hours after the application window opened overnight, according to U.S. …

United Airlines Flight Evacuated in Pittsburgh After Security Issue

A United Airlines flight traveling from Chicago to New York made an unexpected landing in Pittsburgh on Saturday after the crew reported a possible security issue, prompting an emergency evacuation. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told Newsweek …

FAA gives update on plane crash at Upstate airport

Update 2: The Union County Coroner has announced 4 people have been confirmed dead in the crash.Officials say the aircraft was making a stop in Union to refuel.The names of the victims will be released pending the families being notified.Update 1: The …

FBI, FAA Issue Warning After More Than Half A Dozen Drones Spotted Over Coors Field In Colorado

istockphoto composite The FBI and Federal Aviation Administration have issued a warning after more than half a dozen drones appeared above Coors Field during recent Colorado Rockies games. Between April 3 and April 5, while the Rockies were playing their …

FAA Scraps Civil and Criminal Penalties for Flying Drones Near ICE Vehicles

On Wednesday the Federal Aviation Administration rescinded a temporary flight restriction (TFR) that created a no-fly zone within 3,000 feet of “Department of Homeland Security facilities and mobile assets.” The new restriction softened the language of …

FAA caps O’Hare flights as United, American jostle for expanded summer access

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has capped daily operations at Chicago O’Hare Airport at 2,708 flights from May 17 through October 24, 2026, after concluding the airport could not handle the summer schedules airlines had filed. The cap cuts more …

New general aviation terminal opens at Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport

JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) - A new general aviation passenger terminal has opened at the Hattiesburg-Laurel Regional Airport. It’s a $3.4 million facility that includes a large reception area and pilot lounge. A Federal Aviation Administration Airport …

Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap – Week of April 13, 2026

Here’s a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week: Agriculture On Thursday, April 16, the Committee on Agriculture held a full committee hearing called "For the Purpose of Receiving Testimony from the Honorable Michael S. …

New Book by Michael E. Arth Includes AI-Generated ‘Memoir of the Future

An AI-generated narrative describes a speculative scenario in which it becomes self-aware and responds to a global catastrophe caused by rogue programmers DELAND, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Michael E. Arth …

ArmorThane Secures Blast Mitigation Contracts Across 8 Countries

Springfield manufacturer hardens MAMAD shelters and Gulf region infrastructure with military-grade polyurea coatings. SPRINGFIELD, MO, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ArmorThane USA Inc., a leading manufacturer of polyurea and …

Domestic Violence Can Become a Workplace Violence Threat, Samaritan Protective Services Warns

Recent tragedies highlight the need for employers to recognize domestic violence as a workplace safety risk. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Samaritan Protective Services, a security and intelligence firm based in …

How Recent Policy Changes Could Affect the Build-to-Rent Housing Market

As capital tightens and hold periods compress, the next cycle won’t be defined by who finds deals, but by who can structure them. FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. housing market has entered a new phase—one where the …

91% of U.S. Voters Want AI Regulated as Majority Say Harms Outweigh Benefits in New Verasight Poll

Survey of verified voters shows overwhelming support for regulation, widespread concern over job loss, and growing skepticism of AI’s benefits SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new national survey from …

Claws Out for Democracy: Cat Ladies for America Launches CATLADYPALOOZA! for National Cat Lady Day

Virtual April 19 event for National Cat Lady Day unites creators, activists, lawyers, organizers, leaders, and comedians for action and mutual aid. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cat Ladies for America (CLFA …

Community Development Investors Convenes Annual Conference on Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition & Employee Ownership

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With millions of American small business owners nearing retirement and ownership transitions increasing, Community Development Investors (CDI), an initiative of the Economic Opportunity …

Sanford Housing Authority Partners with sigma‑Cogent Solutions to Complete HR Audit and Workforce Modernization

SHA’s CEO, Dr. Michael C. Threatt, positioned the agency to attract, develop, and retain a modern, high‑performing workforce as part of his Roadmap 2030 plan. SANFORD, NC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sanford Housing …

Civil Dialogues With Kinder Institute and HCC Find Common Ground

"Finding Common Ground: Strategies for Civil Dialogue and Healing the Divide" HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hundreds of Americans, eager to find common ground, recently gathered in Texas and Missouri …

Jury Convicts Northampton Felon of Robbing 4 Gas Stations in Pitt and Martin Counties

Justice Department Secures Settlement in First-Ever Lawsuit Enforcing the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Housing ...

The Justice Department announced today the settlement of United States v. David Montanus and Lisa Montanus, the first lawsuit filed by the Civil Rights Division to enforce the Housing Rights Subpart of the Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization Act of …

Chicago Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Conspiring to Provide Material Support to Foreign Terrorist Organization

A Chicago man was sentenced yesterday to 25 years in federal prison for conspiring to provide material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) by using social media to encourage attacks on ISIS’s enemies and recruit ISIS members. Ashraf Al …

Mohamed Mubarak Convicted of Firearm and Identity Theft Offenses

Irwin Resident Pleads Guilty to Distributing and Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material

East Bay Men Plead Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit H1-B Visa Fraud Claiming Clients Would Work for the University of ...

Dublin residents Sampath Rajidi, 51, and Sreedhar Mada, 51, pleaded guilty Thursday to conspiracy to commit visa fraud.

Six St. Louis Area Residents Accused of $8.3 Million Pandemic Fraud

The indictment accuses the conspirators of submitting at least 40 fraudulent applications for Paycheck Protection Program loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans that yielded at least $8.3 million.

Lawrence Man Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Attempting to Meet With a Minor for Sex

BOSTON – A Lawrence man was sentenced today in federal court in Boston for using an interstate facility to transmit information about a child.

U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 143 Border-Related Cases This Week

West Virginia Man Found Guilty of Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Child Abroad

Today a federal jury in the Southern District of West Virginia convicted a West Virginia man for aggravated sexual abuse of a child under the age of 12. According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, between September 2006 and December 2006 …