Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Airport Receives $14.2M for Runway Extension and Safety Upgrades
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek airport’s $14.2M federal grant funds a 450-foot runway extension and safety upgrades. Construction begins in 2025,…
Articles by & updated by Jim Grey
Air India Crash Investigation Centers on Pilot Actions
Air India’s Boeing 787-8 crashed after both engine fuel switches were set to "cut-off," killing 260. No mechanical…
MoS Aviation Urges Caution on Air India AI171 Preliminary Crash Report
The Air India AI171 crash killed 260 people. AAIB’s July preliminary report cites simultaneous fuel shutoff causing engine…
Heathrow Airport’s Proposed Passenger Charge Hike Triggers Airline Backlash
Heathrow seeks a passenger charge increase from £28.46 to £33.26 to fund major upgrades. The UK CAA reviews…
Air India Crash Linked to Sudden Fuel Switch Shutdown
A June 2025 Air India Boeing 787 crash killed 241 onboard and 19 on the ground after both…
What Happens if Someone Boards Using Your Boarding Pass in 2025
From July 2025, most airports require digital boarding passes and biometric checks. REAL ID is mandatory in U.S.…
Italy Prepares for Major Strikes at Milan, Venice, Naples Airports
Italy’s July 10 airport strikes halted flights at Milan Malpensa and others, stranding over 210,000 passengers. Workers demanded…
Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki Eruption Grounds Flights to Bali and Region
The July 7, 2025 eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki disrupted flights to Bali, expanded a 7 km…
Your Rights When a Direct Flight Changes to One with a Layover
In 2025, US travelers face fewer direct flights. DOT rules allow full refunds or free rebooking if flights…