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FAA begins probe after United and Delta jets draw near on runway approach

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has begun an investigation into a midair incident involving a United Airlines Boeing 737-900ER and a Delta Air Lines Airbus A330-300. On approach the United Airlines aircraft was assigned runway 07R and the Delta jet was given clearance to land on runway 08.

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Jazeera Airways to purchase six Airbus A320s flying with airline on leaseĀ 

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Our decision to invest in six Airbus A320 aircraft reflects our forward-thinking approach to fleet management and transformation. He added: This acquisition also highlights our commitment to enhancing passenger experience, improving operational efficiency, and expanding our reach as we transform into a more sustainable and innovative airline.

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JetZero receives Delta Air Lines backing to develop blended-wing-body airlinerĀ 

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Delta Air Lines announced on March 6, 2025, that it is partnering with JetZero, a US startup that is developing a clean-sheet blended-wing-body (BWB) airliner for 250 passengers. This is where Delta Air Lines enters the stage.

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Alaska Airlines Flight 261: Investigating what caused the tragedy

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Alaska Airlines Flight 261 was one of the worst aviation disasters in modern US history. No emergency had been declared, so Alaska Airlines Flight 261 was being treated as a regular incoming flight. Los Angeles air traffic control handed the plane over to approach control in preparation for its arrival at LAX.

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Turkish Airlines reaches Sydney Airport after carrierā€™s longest ever flightĀ Ā 

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Turkish Airlines has touched down at Sydney Airport (SYD) after completing its longest ever flight and officially launching the new service from Istanbul to Australiaā€™s capital. The Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-300ER landed on November 29, 2024, shortly before 18:20, with the carrierā€™s CEO Bilal Ekşi on board the inaugural flight.

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Archer deal with Japan Airlines startup includes plans for 100 eVTOL purchase

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A new agreement between electric vehicle takeoff and landing (eVTOL) developer Archer Aviation and a Japan Airlines startup includes plans for the purchase of up to 100 Midnight aircraft. Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Hokkaido, Setouchi and Okinawa are all seen as places where eVTOL route networks could potentially be located.

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United Airlines B737 hits kite while landing at Washington-Reagan Airport Ā 

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A United Airlines Boeing 737 had a lucky escape after it struck a kite on its final approach to Washington-Reagan Airport (DCA) in the US capital. The incident involving the United Airlines aircraft and a kite occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2025, according to reports.

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