The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is preparing to formally study competency-based training and assessment (CBTA) in 2026, even as global regulators accelerate adoption of the model.
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Emirates (EK) will operate some of the world’s longest nonstop commercial flights in 2026, with block times stretching beyond 17 hours from its hub at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
A disabled American passenger has criticized a crew member after being asked to vacate an emergency exit row seat on a recent flight operated by Jetstar Airways (JQ).
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An Australian passenger has received a full reimbursement from Qantas Airways (QF) after initially being denied compensation following a serious onboard hygiene incident.