An F-16 plane crashed during a training exercise in the deserts of the western United States. The pilot ejected seconds before the crash and is in good condition; the US military has launched an investigation into the incident
Air Senegal makes history: the airline purchases nine 737-8 MAX aircraft to grow its regional and international network as Boeing builds momentum at the Dubai Air; it's the airline's largest aircraft purchase to date
Reports of bear sightings and attacks in Hokkaido and Akita prompt closures, including Sapporo’s Maruyama Park near the U.S. Consulate; Americans advised to stay alert and register for STEP
American Airlines is reducing its flight schedule by 4% after the FAA’s safety directive, canceling roughly 220 flights daily while urging Washington to resolve the government shutdown
"End the shutdown now!": Amid ongoing chaos at US airports, U.S. Secretary of Transportation warns he may close parts of the airspace if the government shutdown does not end; airline stocks respond with sharp drops
The American Travel Association is warning of a Thanksgiving travel slump if the federal government shutdown doesn't end soon. Travelers already experience long waits and flight cancellations
United Airlines launches new San Francisco-Bangkok route with a stopover in Hong Kong, becoming the only American company with direct service from Thailand's capital city
Starting in winter 2026, Delta Air Lines' new route to Riyadh will connect the US with Riyadh via three weekly flights
American Airlines will resume daily flights to Tel Aviv from late March 2026, after a two-year hiatus driven by the war. The route will utilize Boeing 777-200 aircraft
Starting in December, American Airlines’ first A321XLR will offer coast-to-coast travelers Flagship Suites, premium dining, and exclusive lounge access
An American Eagle flight bound to Washington DC collided with a military helicopter. 60 passengers and 4 crew members were on board. American Eagle: "worried for passengers and crew".' The FAA: "many bodies recovered from the river by rescue teams"
