GE Aerospace and Kratos Defense & Security Solutions are advancing the GEK800, now designated F143-ZZ-100, after the US Air Force awarded the companies an engineering, manufacturing and development contract for the engine as a second source propulsion system for the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM) programme.
Author: Kevin Derby
Southwest Airlines (WN) became embroiled in a major cockpit misconduct case after Captain Michael Haak stripped naked and watched p*rn during Flight 6607 from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) on August 10, 2020. Haak later pleaded guilty to a federal crime.
The United States is creating Task Force Falcon Strike (TFFS), a multinational force designed to combine one way attack drones operating in the air, on the sea, and below the surface. US Central Command (CENTCOM) is leading the initiative.
American Airlines launches its shortest Airbus A321XLR flight between Philadelphia and Boston with premium cabins and new service.
Delta Air Lines (DL) is reconsidering the ideal size of its domestic First Class cabins after an unusual Airbus A321neo configuration produced stronger paid demand than expected.
Delta Air Lines plans a Singapore return as Seattle emerges as the leading gateway for its expanding Asia Pacific network.
Delta Air Lines class action over unpaid military leave moves forward, affecting 3,300 pilots under USERRA protections.
Delta Air Lines (DL) flight DL81 from Paris CDG to Seattle (SEA) was scheduled as a 10.5 hour nonstop service.
The US military has lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reapers during the Iran war, while heavy missile use is placing additional pressure on already strained weapons stocks.
American Airlines (AA) is trying to rebuild its position in New York, centered on John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).