Woman Arrested After Attempting To Smuggle 150 Pounds Of Marijuana At SFO

Aviation News - 25 May, 2025 - 01:05

A female passenger heading from San Francisco to Frankfurt, Germany, was stopped at the airport as she tried to smuggle 151 pounds of cannabis onto her flight. The passenger, who was arrested on May 6, according to the San Francisco Chronicle, attempted to board a United Airlines flight.

Hawaiian Airlines Will Remove Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Flights To New York-JFK

Aviation News - 25 May, 2025 - 00:59

Hawaiian Airlines is making a major equipment swap on its services to New York City. The route will soon be served by the Airbus A330-200, replacing the airline's new Boeing 787-9s. Service between New York and Honolulu is among the longest routes in the Hawaiian network, but the airline's new parent company might have new plans for Hawaiian's Dreamliners.

Houston's Airports Are Operating With A Combined ATC Shortage Of More Than 30%

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 23:44

One of the largest aviation markets in the United States is facing serious shortages as the busy summer travel season arrives. Major airports in Houston, Texas are significantly short on air traffic controllers. This challenge comes as facilities across the nation grapple with both dated infrastructure and staffing shortages, which threaten to cause disruptions across airline operations.

Now 8 Routes: Where Is Lufthansa Flying Its Airbus A380s This Year?

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 21:00

Lufthansa's fleet of Airbus A380s currently reaches eight examples, operating exclusively to Asia and the United States from the airline's Munich hub. It previously operated up to 14 of the aircraft type, but withdrew six over the last few years, accelerated and encouraged by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Allegiant Air Expands Network By Launching 4 Routes From Portland

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 20:30

Beginning Thursday, Allegiant Air began operating nonstop flights between Portland International Airport (PDX) and four airports: Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), Bishop International Airport (FNT), Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), and Indianapolis International Airport (IND).

SpaceX finally reveals why its Starship Flight 8 Ship exploded, failure traced to 'flash' in rocket's engines

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 20:04
SpaceX has completed its investigation into what went wrong during the eighth test flight of Starship rocket, which ended in an explosion over the Bahamas.

Who is the 'one who is lost' in 'Doctor Who' 'Wish World'?

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 20:00
It turns out "the one who is lost" goes way back in "Doctor Who" lore.

Even The Duchess Of Sussex Flies On American Airlines

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 19:13

Apparently, the Duchess of Sussex flies American Airlines. Meghan Markle flew the Fort Worth, Texas-based carrier recently, and left a lasting impression on her cabin crew. A TikTok made by one of the flight attendants working the flight revealed that Markle left a kind note for the crew, prompting social media users to share enthusiasm for the flight attendant's experience.

These 8 United States-Europe Flights Are Being Cut This Month

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 18:00

Airlines regularly adjust their flight schedules. This is especially true approaching the peak summer months of July and August, by which time schedules need to be fully in place to meet the increased demand.

Power Outage Occurred At Ill-Fated Cessna Citation's Destined Airport Before Crash

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 16:03

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is currently investigating the probable causes of the Cessna 550 crash into a residential neighborhood in San Diego, which resulted in six fatalities, burned vehicles, and the destruction of at least one home. While many details remain unclear, investigators are analyzing a range of clues to piece together what happened.

Best star projectors under $100 in 2025

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 16:00
Want to bring the cosmos into your home without breaking the bank? We've rounded up the best star projectors for under $100, from ambient to accurate.

Scientists spot high-speed galaxy collision 11 billion light-years away: 'We hence call this system the cosmic joust'

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 15:00
A galactic collision 11 billion light-years away reveals how an actively feeding supermassive black hole disrupts star formation in a nearby galaxy.

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 162 — Lunar Landing Day

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 14:23
On Episode 162 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik discuss the effort to make July 20 a national holiday called "Lunar Landing Day."

Memorial Day Weekend: TSA Expecting 18 Million Passengers At Airports

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 14:01

Over this upcoming Memorial Day travel weekend, both the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are preparing for high passenger and flight volumes as the United States kicks off its peak summer travel season. During the period starting on May 22 and ending on May 28, the TSA anticipates screening more than 18 million travelers as REAL ID compliance requirements come into effect for the first time.

YgiTK Northern Galaxy Lights star projector review

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 14:00
We recommend this unit as a great value-for-money non-scientific star projector. It boasts bright lights, a good loudspeaker and multiple music-streaming methods.

Pratt & Whitney Reaches Tentative Agreement With IAM Union

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 12:16

US engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney has reached a tentative agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). The news comes after a nearly three-week strike, involving approximately 3,000 P&W employees at the company's Connecticut facilities. Machinists began their strike on May 4, 2025, calling for stronger job security, higher wages, enhanced retirement benefits, and better health care coverage.

SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from Space Force base in California, lands on ship at sea (video)

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 01:39
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base tonight (May 9), carrying 26 Starlink satellites for the company's growing constellation.

What time is SpaceX's Starship Flight 9 launch on May 27?

Space News - 24 May, 2025 - 00:40
SpaceX is poised to launch Flight 8 of its Starship megarocket on Thursday (March 6). Here's how to watch the action live.

Minneapolis Celebrates New Delta Air Lines Routes To Europe

Aviation News - 24 May, 2025 - 00:10

Delta Air Lines has launched two new international routes from Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Rome and Copenhagen. This marks the airport's first-ever nonstop service to the Danish capital.

Venus, Saturn and the moon dazzle at dawn in 'romantic' photo from Chew Valley Lake (photo)

Space News - 23 May, 2025 - 23:00
It was a race against the rising sun as astrophotographer Josh Dury captured a fleeting cosmic moment before dawn’s light washed the scene away.

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