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FAA approves military use of drone-killing laser weapons in US airspace — decision comes after it was decided ‘systems do not present an increased risk to the flying public’

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to give carte blanche approval to the military’s use of laser weaponry to shoot down suspected errant drones in US airspace.

Tom’s Hardware

The FAA is recruiting gamers to fix America’s air traffic controller crisis—and offering $155,000 to do it

With the U.S. still 3,500 controllers short of its staffing target, the federal government is turning to Fortnite fans and Roblox players to fill the gap.

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FAA courts gamers to become air traffic controllers — boasts $155k average annual salary after three years as the agency prepares for 8,000 applicants

The FAA's latest YouTube video is encouraging gamers to apply to become an air traffic controller, telling them that they've been training for this challenge. The agency is tapping on the younger demographic to help expand its numbers as the ATC shortage is hampering safety and airport operations.

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No Degree, $155K Pay: Trump's FAA Is Recruiting Gamers as Air Traffic Controllers

The FAA is recruiting gamers for air traffic control roles, highlighting their quick decision-making skills amid rising safety concerns.

International Business Times UK

Trump team turns to unlikely group to fill much needed air traffic controller jobs - gamers

‘It’s not a game. It’s a career,’ an FAA ad declares over the pulsing beat of song ‘Heads Will Roll’

The Independent UK

US government wants gamers to become air traffic controllers

"It's not a game," transportation secretary Sean Duffy says: "Its [sic] a career!"

PC Gamer

FAA says proper use of anti-drone lasers that prompted Texas airspace closures is safe for flights

Counter-drone lasers will now be able to be used along the southern border

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Frontier Airlines passenger groped teenage cheerleader after downing 5 vodkas on 2-hour flight, lawsuit says

First in The Independent: Frontier Airlines ‘over-served… and unreasonably supervised’ an already-intoxicated passenger who drunkenly tried to force himself on his teenage seatmate, according to court filings

The Independent UK

3 Low-Rated Stocks With Big Price-Target Gaps

Despite their low ratings, Paramount Skydance, Joby Aviation, and Lucid carry price targets that suggest notable potential upside over the next year.

MarketBeat

Delta’s CEO says AI’s biggest opportunity in aviation isn’t inside the plane—it’s air traffic control

Partly because of air traffic control issues, it takes longer to fly from Atlanta to New York today than it did in the 1950s, Bastian said.

Fortune

Boeing Stock Looks Ugly Now, But It’s an Awakening Giant. How BA Could Be Worth $300 Billion by 2030.

With regulatory overhangs easing, Boeing is returning to growth.

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FAA reduces SFO arrivals, setting up delays amid runway work and safety concerns

Travelers can expect roughly one quarter of the flights to be delayed by at least half an hour at San Francisco International Airport over the next six months

The Independent UK

Feds charge Texas man with ‘obscene exposure of genitalia’ aboard Spirit Airlines flight

First in The Independent: Christopher Danielle Johnson, 32, is now facing up to 90 days behind bars and a $5,000 fine, according to court filings

The Independent UK

A Fifth Circuit Bait-and-Switch to Ignore Crime Victims' Rights

In 2023 the Fifth Circuit denied the victims' families challenge to the illegally negotiated Boeing DPA as being "premature"--but today the Circuit denied the families' challenge as coming too late.

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We Could Have Flying Cars by 2028

But only if politicians learn to focus on the boring basics of aviation policy.

The Independent UK

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill renaming Palm Beach airport after Trump

The president's company recently filed an application for airport-related trademarks

International Business Times UK

NORAD Deploys F-16s and Flares Near Mar-a-Lago After Private Plane Breaches Restricted Airspace

NORAD F-16 jets intercept private aircraft in Mar-a-Lago's restricted airspace; Secret Service confirms no threat to Trump. Learn about the security measures and rapid response protocols in place.

The Times of India

Watch: Video reveals mid-air collision between American Airlines jet & Black Hawk helicopter that killed 67

New footage reveals the exact moment an American Airlines jet collided with a US Army Black Hawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. The tragic January 29th crash resulted in 67 fatalities. In response, the FAA implemented safety changes, including restricting helicopter traffic and overhauling the air traffic control…

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The Independent UK

Bills to pay FAA and TSA workers during shutdowns get introduced but keep stalling in Congress

Members of Congress have repeatedly introduced bills to ensure the federal employees who control air traffic and conduct airport security screenings get paid during government shutdowns

The Independent UK

Washington-area airports halt flights due to chemical smell at air traffic center

Airports serving Washington, D.C., Baltimore and some cities in Virginia briefly halted all flights Friday evening because of what federal authorities said was a strong chemical smell at the flight center that controls traffic into the airports

The Independent UK

Ground stops lifted at Washington DC area airports after ‘strong smell’ reported at air traffic control tower

A ‘strong smell’ was reported at a Virginia air traffic control center, an FAA spokesperson said

The Independent UK

FAA investigating close call between a passenger plane and military helicopter in California

A United Airlines jet nearly collided with a military Black Hawk helicopter while approaching John Wayne Airport in Southern California

RideApart

Is King of the Hammers Safe from The US Marine Corps' Takeover of Johnson Valley? Seems Like It

Stemming from a proposal by the U.S. Marine Corps' proposed new flight restrictions, Johnson Valley OHV, which plays host to King of the Hammers, was possibly being shuttered for public use. But a new agreement is on the table that could see the public's access continue.

Tom’s Guide

DJI Avata 360 review: The undisputed king of 360-degree drones

The DJI Avata 360 is an exceptional 360-degree drone, boasting 8K/60fps video capabilities, dual ways to fly, hi-res images, and lots more.

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TOP-10 Largest Drone Show Companies Rating in 2026: A Practical Guide for Event Producers

TOP-10 drone show companies in 2026 ranked by scale, fleet size, and global experience. A practical guide for event producers planning large-scale aerial shows.

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