Aviation News - 2025-04-29

Here are some of the latest aviation news headlines:

Plane Ceiling Collapses Mid-Flight on Delta Flight 2417

Wow, talk about a wild ride! On April 14, a ceiling panel collapsed on Delta Flight 2417 mid-flight. Passengers, including Tom Witschy, held it up for 30-45 minutes before fixing it with yellow tape. An all-day ordeal, but no injuries! Read more.

United Airlines Invests in JetZero’s Blended-Wing Airliner

Exciting news for aviation buffs! United Airlines has invested in JetZero, a startup crafting a blended-wing-body airliner, the Z4. With a conditional order for up to 200 planes, it promises 50% fuel savings. First demonstrator flight set for 2027! Read more.

IndiGo Appoints Former FAA Chief Whitaker as Independent Director

Big move by IndiGo! India’s top airline has named ex-FAA chief Mike Whitaker as an independent director. His expertise will boost IndiGo’s global expansion, including long-haul flights to Manchester and Amsterdam. A game-changer for their international ambitions! Read more.

Lawmakers Urge FAA to Address Safety at Reagan Washington National Airport

Safety first! Lawmakers are pressing the FAA to tackle alarming incidents at Reagan Washington National Airport. After a tragic January collision, they want reduced traffic until staffing and safety concerns are resolved. Stay tuned for updates! Read more.

FAA Acts to Prevent Helicopter Incidents Near Las Vegas Airport

Heads up, Vegas flyers! The FAA is cracking down on helicopter safety near Harry Reid International Airport after a deadly collision elsewhere. New rules and traffic advisories have cut collision alerts by 30% in weeks. Safety soaring high! Read more.

Lockheed Martin Plans ‘Supercharged’ F-35 to Rival Boeing F-47

Get ready for a beast! Lockheed Martin is upgrading the F-35 into a ‘fifth generation plus’ fighter, aiming for 80% of Boeing’s F-47 capabilities at half the cost. Advanced tech and export potential included. Aviation future looks fierce! Read more.

Boeing Sells Digital Aviation Solutions to Thoma Bravo

Big business move! Boeing is selling its Digital Aviation Solutions, including Jeppesen and ForeFlight, to Thoma Bravo. This deal shifts focus from digital tools to core operations. What’s next for Boeing’s strategy? Stay tuned! Read more.