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Pioneering Aviator Captain David Harris Dies at 89

David Harris, the first African American pilot to fly a commercial airliner for a major U.S. carrier, died Saturday at the age of 89. American Airlines, where Harris was first hired in 1964, confirmed his passing. "We are deeply saddened…

American Plans 50-Seat Regional Jet Retirement

American is firming up plans to phase out its remaining 50-seat regional jet aircraft. As part of an announcement on Monday, the Fort Worth-based airline detailed plans to retire its American Eagle-branded Embraer 145 and Bombardier CRJ-200 aircraft. By 2030,…

Spirit, JetBlue Pilots Plan to Negotiate New Contracts After Failed…

Spirit and JetBlue pilots on Monday announced plans to negotiate union contracts after the airlines ended their proposed $3.8 billion merger, the pilots’ union said.  The Spirit pilots notified management of their intent to reopen contract negotiations after the airlines…

American Bets on 737 MAX With New Order

American is placing its bets on Boeing, announcing a new order on Monday for 260 new narrowbody aircraft. The Fort Worth-based airline’s latest order includes a combination of Airbus, Boeing, and Embraer aircraft. The order includes 85 Airbus A321neo and…

AvWeb, Firecrown Debut New Aviation Storytelling Show

AvWeb and Firecrown are launching a new show called Inside Aviation. The program will delve into the diverse world of aviation, exploring various aspects and uncovering captivating stories that will resonate with both aviation enthusiasts and professionals alike.  Inside Aviation…