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A video on social media showed smoke and flames coming from one of the engines of a United Airlines flight headed for LaGuardia Airport in New York.
Category: Airports
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Reagan Airport Had a Number of Close Calls in Recent Years
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Internal government reports and public databases highlight several instances in which planes narrowly escaped collisions with each other or helicopters.
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Airline Pilots Previously Reported Close Calls With Helicopters Near Reagan Airport
The New York Times – Travel:
A database of aviation safety issues details two startling incidents, one in 2024 and one in 2022.
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Travel 2025: New Lounges and Elite Cabins Aim to Win Over Air Passengers
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Airlines hope to meet the traveler demand for premium flying, whether by offering more roomier seats in economy or upgrading higher-tier classes.
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Winter Storm Snarls Travel in Mid-Atlantic With Snow and Ice
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The storm caused thousands of flights and dozens of train trips to be delayed or canceled. At Ronald Reagan National Airport in Washington, all runways were closed Monday evening.
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JetBlue Fined $2 Million for Chronic Delays
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The Transportation Department’s first ever penalty for chronic delays takes aim at four routes that consistently arrived late for five consecutive months.
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What the F.A.A. Bill Means for Travelers
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The legislation, which funds federal aviation programs for the next five years, cements new passenger protections, adds new routes and lets the T.S.A. continue to expand facial recognition programs. Here’s what you need to know.
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How Airlines Are Using AI to Make Flying Easier
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Airlines are using artificial intelligence to save fuel, keep customers informed and hold connecting flights for delayed passengers. Here’s what to expect.
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Senate Races to Pass Bill to Reauthorize FAA and Improve Air Travel
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The legislation is due by Friday, but regional conflicts and demands for votes on unrelated provisions have slowed its progress.