Federal Aviation Administration

Metro Nashville and a state-appointed airport board are disputing control of the Nashville Airport Authority under a new state law. The state board claims its actions are constitutional, while Metro argues federal law prevents the FAA from recognizing the state takeover until the legal dispute is resolved. The FAA may approve the takeover only if the board agrees or a court resolves the matter.

A seaplane with eight people onboard made a hard landing in New York’s East River, causing substantial damage. A passenger’s video captured the plane hitting the water three times before a strut collapsed, leading to a mayday call. All passengers were rescued with two sustaining minor injuries.

A Delta Air Lines pilot reported a firework hit their plane during descent into Chicago Midway International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating, but no damage or injuries were found.

A fireworks mortar struck a Delta Airlines flight landing at Chicago Midway International Airport, prompting investigations by the Federal Aviation Administration and Chicago Police Department. No injuries occurred, and the plane landed safely. Multiple similar incidents were reported at the airport that night.

A seaplane made a hard landing in New York City's East River, resulting in eight people being rescued. The Federal Aviation Administration reported a wing strut snapped during the incident, which is under investigation. Two civilians sustained minor injuries but declined medical attention.

The Federal Aviation Administration proposed ending a 1973 ban on civilian supersonic flights over land, potentially enabling 3-hour flights between Los Angeles and New York. The rule change aims to replace decades-old restrictions on overland supersonic travel.

A Delta Air Lines flight was struck by a fireworks mortar while landing at Chicago Midway International Airport on the Fourth of July, but landed safely with no injuries reported. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, and while Chicago police noted minor paint damage, Delta mechanics found no damage during post-flight inspections.

A Delta Air Lines pilot reported a firework struck the plane during descent near Chicago Midway International Airport on July 5, 2026. The incident occurred at 200-250 feet altitude, but the flight landed safely with no injuries. The FAA confirmed it would investigate the incident, which was one of multiple reported firework-related encounters that day.

A Delta Air Lines pilot reported a firework struck the plane during descent before landing at Chicago Midway International Airport on July 4. The FAA confirmed the Airbus A319 landed safely with no injuries or damage, and an investigation has been launched.

A Delta Air Lines pilot reported a firework struck the plane during descent near Chicago Midway International Airport on July 4. The flight landed safely with no injuries, and no damage was found after inspection. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident.

A Delta Air Lines pilot reported a firework struck the plane during descent in Chicago on July 4. The aircraft landed safely with no injuries, and no damage was found during inspections. The FAA is investigating the incident, which occurred amid multiple reported firework-aircraft encounters.

A Delta Air Lines flight was struck by fireworks while landing at Chicago Midway International Airport, with the pilot reporting a 'big bang' and the Federal Aviation Administration investigating. No injuries were reported, and the aircraft landed safely. Air traffic controllers warned incoming flights of similar incidents, describing the airspace as a 'war zone.'

A Delta Air Lines plane was struck by a firework during its landing at Midway International Airport. The aircraft, arriving from Atlanta, landed safely with no injuries or damage reported. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident.

The Department of Transportation plans to replace the ban on overland supersonic flight with a noise limit, allowing faster-than-Mach-1 flights over land if noise remains below a specified threshold. This change, outlined in an FAA notice in the Federal Register, could enable 3-hour flights from Los Angeles to New York City.

Sixteen California airports, including several in Southern California, will receive $107 million in funding from the Federal Aviation Administration to modernize infrastructure and improve safety. The funding is part of the Airport Improvement Program, which supports projects like runway and taxiway rehabilitation, airport signage, and lighting upgrades.

A preliminary NTSB report found no engine failure or mechanical malfunctions in a June 14 skydiving plane crash in Missouri that killed 12 people. The crash occurred during a skydiving flight, with the plane losing control and crashing into a field, and the investigation highlighted ongoing concerns about weak oversight of skydiving operations.

A preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board found no engine failure or mechanical malfunctions in a Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed 12 people. The crash occurred during a skydiving flight operated by Skydive Kansas City, with investigators recovering damaged GoPro cameras but no flight data recorder. The NTSB noted ongoing concerns about weak oversight of skydiving operators, and the Federal Aviation Administration has established a committee to address safety recommendations.

A preliminary report found no engine failure or mechanical issues in a Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed 12 people. The National Transportation Safety Board noted the aircraft met weight and balance requirements, but the crash investigation remains ongoing. The plane, operated by Skydive Kansas City, lacked a crash data recorder and crashed during an initial climb.

Two men were injured after a twin-engine Beechcraft Baron plane crashed and caught fire in Lancaster County, South Carolina. The pilots reported engine trouble before the crash, which occurred just before 2 a.m. near Brooklyn Avenue. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.

A small plane crashed near a scrap yard in Lancaster, South Carolina, early Thursday morning. The Beechcraft airplane, owned by Pressley Aviation LLC, was flying from Laredo, Texas, at the time of the crash. Authorities are investigating the cause, and details about injuries or the pilot remain unclear.

U.S. airports and airlines are experiencing record passenger numbers, leading to overcrowded planes and increased strain on the aviation system. Airlines are pushing for government investment to modernize air traffic control, which is understaffed and outdated.

UPS did not require detailed inspections of engine mount bearings on its MD-11 freighters, despite Boeing's earlier recommendation, leading to an engine detachment and fatal crash. Boeing and the FAA acknowledged misjudging the risk of bearing failure, which caused engine lugs to break during takeoff at Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport.

UPS did not require detailed inspections of a critical engine-mount bearing that failed, leading to an engine detachment and crash in Louisville. Boeing and the FAA initially downplayed the risk, and maintenance company STE San Antonio Aerospace followed UPS's inspection guidelines, which focused on corrosion rather than bearing failure.

UPS did not require detailed inspections of a key engine-mount part that failed, leading to an engine flying off a plane that crashed in Louisville, killing three pilots and 12 others. Boeing and the FAA initially claimed the part's failure did not jeopardize flight safety, despite prior recommendations for enhanced inspections.

UPS did not require detailed inspections of engine mount bearings in its MD-11 freighters, despite Boeing's earlier recommendations, leading to an engine separation during takeoff that caused a crash. The failure resulted in three pilot deaths, 12 fatalities on the ground, and multiple injuries. Boeing, UPS, the FAA, and a maintenance company all acknowledged misunderstandings about the risks of bearing failure.

Federal officials have issued a temporary drone flight restriction over the Hudson River and parts of the Jersey Shore for security reasons related to the Sail4th 250 event. The restriction, enforced by the Federal Aviation Administration, began on Wednesday and lasts through the Fourth of July weekend.

The FAA is investigating after a passenger attempted to open a cabin door on a United Airlines flight operated by Mesa, causing the flight to return to Indianapolis. The passenger was taken into custody by airport police, and the flight later resumed to Houston.

NORAD urges general aviation pilots to check temporary flight restrictions before flying near Washington, D.C., during the July 4 celebrations. The commander of NORAD and U.S. Northern Command emphasized reviewing FAA NOTAMs to avoid restricted airspace amid military flyovers and heightened security measures.

An American Airlines flight to Bermuda aborted takeoff at Miami International Airport after a business jet entered the same runway, prompting an air traffic control exchange. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, which occurred amid recent aviation safety concerns.

A passenger jet reported striking a drone while approaching JFK International Airport, and a helicopter pilot later reported a close call with a remote-control plane near the same airport. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident involving a JetBlue plane, which landed safely in New York with no reported damage.

A helicopter reported a drone encounter near JFK International Airport hours after a JetBlue pilot claimed a possible drone strike during landing. The FAA warned of an unauthorized unmanned aircraft in protected airspace, with the drone observed at 500 feet near a key navigation beacon. JetBlue confirmed a separate incident earlier involving a drone strike at 3,000 feet, though no damage was found.

A JetBlue pilot reported a possible drone collision during the aircraft's approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport, as confirmed by air traffic control audio. The incident occurred near the ASALT waypoint, approximately 10 to 12 miles from JFK at 3,000 feet, but the flight landed safely with no damage detected.

A JetBlue pilot reported colliding with a drone near JFK International Airport during a morning landing approach. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, which occurred at 3,000 feet, though no damage was found during post-landing inspections. The Airbus A321 flight from Las Vegas to New York landed safely, and JetBlue confirmed no evidence of a collision was detected.

A JetBlue pilot reported a possible drone collision during a flight from Las Vegas to New York, which landed safely at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating, and the aircraft showed no damage after inspection.

A JetBlue pilot reported a drone collision at 3,000 feet during the plane's approach to John F. Kennedy International Airport. The aircraft sustained no visible damage, passengers disembarked safely, and the Federal Aviation Administration will investigate. A similar incident involving a United Airlines flight near Newark Airport was reported days earlier.

A JetBlue pilot reported colliding with a drone while approaching JFK International Airport for landing, but the plane landed safely with no damage detected. The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating the incident, which occurred at 3,000 feet near New York Monday morning. The FAA highlighted growing concerns about drone-related risks near airports.

An American Airlines flight to Bermuda aborted its takeoff at Miami International Airport after a business jet entered the same runway. The airline stated the crew discontinued takeoff upon observing another aircraft on the runway, and the flight later departed. A tense exchange occurred between air traffic control and the business jet pilot.

Tony Zorn, a private pilot, died in a plane crash in Georgia. The FAA is determining if the aircraft was an ultralight, which would shift the investigation to local authorities. Community members remembered Zorn for his frequent low-altitude flights.

Tony Zorn, a private pilot, died in a Georgia plane crash. The FAA is determining if the aircraft was an ultralight, which would shift the investigation to local authorities. Community members remembered Zorn for his frequent low-altitude flights.

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground delay at Nashville International Airport due to a power outage at the Air Traffic Control Facility. Flights are departing and arriving slower than usual, though terminal power remains operational. Travelers are advised to check flight status and contact airlines for updates.