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Report: Sheehy was flying Czech training jet owned by head of NASA before crash

UPDATE: 4-13-2026, 2:15 p.m. — According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the aircraft U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy was flying was an Aero Vodochody model L-39. The FAA says the aircraft experienced engine issues and made a forced landing in a field …

GOP senator made emergency landing in jet owned by NASA chief he helped install

The plane U.S. Sen Tim Sheehy made an emergency landing near Ennis last Friday is a private aircraft owned by the NASA administrator Sheehy heavily supported during his nomination process. According to the FAA incident report, the aircraft experienced …

OPINION | LETTER TO THE EDITOR: They'd be horrified; The simplest solution; Future employment

They'd be horrified Lost in the blaring news of the Iran war are two back-to-back stories that caused me to gasp in disbelief. First was the story of JD Vance flying to the country of Hungary to support the election of Viktor Orbán. The other story was …

Michael Pacheco: A Life Above and Beyond the Horizon

Captain Michael Pacheco in his seat on the Boeing 740-400 Before he could walk, Michael Pacheco looked up at the sky and saw something that would define the rest of his life, a glowing silver blimp drifting silently overhead. That infant memory, vivid and …

Prince Aviation Expands Operations To Slovenia

Prince Aviation of Serbia has expanded its fleet and charter activities through a sister company in Slovenia. Prince Aviation SI, based at Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport, Slovenia, received an EASA Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in February. The new …

The Rundown: Pope Leo brushes off Trump’s attack

Good afternoon! It’s Monday, and get ready for summerlike temperatures this week — plus a chance of thunderstorms every day. Here’s what else you need to know today. 1. Pope Leo brushed off Trump’s attack, and a Chicago Catholic leader said the president …

WACC Student Beau Goshert Earns FAA UAS Drone Certification

Staff Report A student from the Warsaw Area Career Center (WACC) has passed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Certification exam and has applied for a commercial drone license. WACC sophomore Beau Goshert …

When Will US Airlines Resume Middle East Flights in 2026? Delta, United, and American Airlines Status Update

Which US Airlines Suspended Middle East Flights and Why? Following coordinated US and Israeli military strikes on Iran beginning 28 February 2026, a wave of airspace closures swept across the Persian Gulf and Eastern Mediterranean. The FAA issued …

Only Two Power Banks Allowed, No Charging Mid-Flight: New Rules on What You Can Carry, Use, and Pack in 2026

Last updated: Apr 10, 2026 Airlines worldwide are now enforcing a two-power-bank limit per passenger after the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) updated its safety guidance in March 2026. The new rules also ban in-flight charging and require …

H55 selects Safran to supply the electric propulsion unit for the Bristell B23 Energic

SION, Switzerland and TOULOUSE, France, April 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Safran Electrical & Power and H55 have signed an agreement to integrate the Safran ENGINeUS electric motor into the H55 electric propulsion system, powering the fully …

Light Sport Aircraft - A Growing Capability In Aer...

For years, Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) were seen primarily as the domain of recreational pilots and entry-level training. They were simple, economical airplanes designed to make flying more accessible. But across the aerial work sector, a quiet shift is …

A global framework for a truly transnational industry

Introduction The aviation industry operates within a meticulously structured framework of regulations. From the inception of an aircraft’s design to its final flight, every aspect is subject to stringent oversight. These regulations aim to ensure safety, …

New airline power bank rules: what passengers need to know

Under new rules issued by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), passengers on international flights are now limited to two power banks in the cabin, and charging them is banned. The new restrictions, which came into effect on 27 March 2026 …

United is debuting an ultra-premium long-haul Airbus jet. It has sliding doors and a walk-up snack bar — see inside.

United Airlines is set to roll out its newest long-haul plane — and it's billing it as ultra-premium. The highly anticipated Airbus A321XLR — a specially designed extra-long-haul plane that United says will deliver a "widebody experience on a …

Expect a slow return alongside great uncertainty: this is when foreign airlines will return

For now, most foreign airlines are not planning an immediate return. Major North American carriers — Delta, United and Air Canada — have canceled flights through September, the High Holidays period. Many other airlines have postponed their return until at …

Fort Smith Regional Airport traffic up more than 2% through February

A rising number of Fort Smith Regional Airport enplanements has resulted in American Airlines using larger planes at the airport and planning to add an extra flight during the summer, according to Airport Director Andrew Meyer. Enplanements at the airport …

Starlink Has Privatized Geopolitics

Starlink is far more than a commercial connectivity service. It is strategic infrastructure that increasingly shapes how wars are fought, how states manage internal unrest, and how criminal networks operate in ungoverned spaces. What makes Starlink so …

Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Market Projected to Hit USD 13.04 Billion by 2035 Driven by Next-Gen ...

Surging demand for real-time aircraft tracking and enhanced situational awareness propels the ADS-B sector toward a remarkable 20.13% CAGR. Austin, United States, April 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to SNS Insider, The Automatic Dependent …

Three Entries, One Trajectory: New Anomalies In Series Of Events Linked To 3I/ATLAS

Between March 8 and 17, three space objects were detected near Earth: one over Germany, one over the Black Sea, and one over Ohio. Each object exhibited characteristics that did not fit the standard model of a “natural meteoroid.” In this article, we …

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 …