Aviation Daily Brief - November 19, 2025

FAA and Air Traffic Control Updates

• The FAA has terminated an emergency order that previously reduced flight operations, allowing airlines to resume normal schedules.
• This decision follows disruptions attributed to the aftermath of a government shutdown.
• Challenges in general aviation persist, including:
  • Reduced air traffic control (ATC) services.
  • Processing delays affecting operations.
  • An outage in the Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA) system impacting training.

Incidents and Safety Concerns

• A passenger jet reportedly experienced an engine cover failure mid-air, necessitating an emergency landing. Further details are pending verification from official sources.

International Aviation News

• Various global developments include partnerships and announcements from:
  • ABL Aviation
  • Air France
  • AMAC Aerospace Turkey
  • SunExpress
  • Smart Aviation
  • ALSIM
  • Alliance Aviation Group
  • ZeroAvia
• Challenges in the Russian aviation sector have been reported, including:
  • Shortages of spare parts.
  • Depleted aircraft resources.
  • Personnel issues.

Other Mentions

• Concerns regarding ATC staffing shortages and outdated equipment in some control towers have been raised, with criticism aimed at industry priorities.

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to official sources such as the FAA website, aviation news outlets, or airline announcements.