Negotiations for a freeze, or even a reduction, in greenhouse gas emissions from civil aviation are making progress, Europe's transport commissioner said Friday, adding she is feeling "cautiously optimistic."
Environment
Sep 30, 2016
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The U.S. has an incredibly safe aviation system – it's unparalleled when compared to other modes of transportation. The basis for this historic safety record is that we identify and correct safety concerns before they become ...
Engineering
Sep 29, 2016
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After years of delays and failures, the airline industry began on Wednesday complex negotiations to implement a scheme to reduce its carbon footprint.
Environment
Sep 28, 2016
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Airline pilots and air traffic controllers are on schedule to switch to text communications at most of the nation's busiest airports by the end of the year, a milestone that holds the potential to reduce delays, prevent errors ...
Other
Sep 27, 2016
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Civil aviation officials were expected to endorse a proposal that would have airlines buy credits to offset rising carbon emissions in the sector, at a 10-day meeting that opens in Montreal Tuesday.
Environment
Sep 27, 2016
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Scientists are a step closer to using Australia's iconic gum trees to develop low-carbon renewable jet and missile fuel.
Biotechnology
Sep 19, 2016
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So many people are registering drones and applying for drone pilot licenses that federal aviation officials said Friday they are contemplating the possibility of millions of unmanned aircraft crowding the nation's skies in ...
Engineering
Sep 16, 2016
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Slovenian airline Adria Airways has banned the use of Samsung's latest mobile phone on its flights due to safety concerns.
Consumer & Gadgets
Sep 15, 2016
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Civil aviation authorities in the Emirates have banned the use of Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 on all its national carriers because of the risk of batteries exploding in the "phablet" smartphone.
Other
Sep 11, 2016
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If you travel with a Samsung Note 7, you're likely on the honor system when deciding whether to use or charge the device during a flight.
Consumer & Gadgets
Sep 9, 2016
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