Aviation
US aims for Fourth of July to deploy Qatar-gifted jet as Air Force One
The Qatari gift has drawn criticism from Democrats and advocates of good government, who warned it was a conflict of interest that could influence presidential decisions.
A new standard of hospitality
Plane crash near Juba, South Sudan, kills all 14 aboard, civil aviation authority confirms
The end of traffic jams? Flying cars head to mass production for 2027
Revolution at 30,000 feet: Airline launches sleeping pods in economy class
Air New Zealand introduces economy sleeping pods on ultra-long-haul flights, offering passengers four hours of rest for an extra fee, targeting travelers who cannot afford business class.
IEA warns EU jet fuel shortages could begin in June as Hormuz stays blocked
The European Commission is due to present a broader package of energy and transport measures, with the EU's transport chief noting no signs of "widespread [flight] cancellations" in the near future.
Sharing the sky: Urban air mobility and the questions we must answer before we fly-opinion
It's a different kind of traffic, but every hard problem in UAM is a hard problem in defense.
Tired of economy class but can’t afford business? United has found a solution
Starting in 2027: United Airlines unveils a new concept that will allow economy passengers to turn three seats into a semi-flat bed-like surface - more space without paying for premium cabins.
Herzog welcomes Israelis home from wartime rescue flights at Ben-Gurion airport
Herzog drew a connection between Israelis returning home after the long wartime journey and the upcoming holiday of Passover, and the ancient Jewish exodus from Egypt.
Wizz Air hub in Israel stalled as emergency flight rules block foreign operations
With the outbreak of war, the local aviation industry put differences aside and worked together to rescue over 100,000 Israelis stranded abroad.
Israelis deserve better than missile barrages and cancelled flights - editorial
For a war-weary nation that depends heavily on air travel, Israel’s national carrier must prove it can serve the public in a crisis – not just profit during one.
The pilot’s eyes: The helmet-mounted display system developed in Israel
The F-35’s advanced helmet lets pilots see through the aircraft using panoramic cameras and sensors that project data directly to their eyes, eliminating the need to look down at cockpit instruments.
Pentagon, FAA to conduct testing on high-energy anti-drone laser system in New Mexico
US Deputy Transportation Secretary Steve Bradbury said the testing is necessary so the FAA can "get comfortable" with the system after a government drone was accidentally shot down by such a system.
Aviation industry sees labor dispute as Wizz Air seeks to establish Israeli base of operations
According to the Histadrut, allowing Wizz Air to operate within the country would have implications for airport workers' working conditions, wages, and workers' rights.
