A U.S. federal grand jury has indicted former Boeing 737 MAX chief technical pilot Mark Forkner, alleging he intentionally withheld crucial information about flight control software changes from FAA officials during the model’s certification, helping set the stage for two fatal accidents linked to the software.

Cargo star power continues to shine, Etihad Airways raises $1.2B in sustainability linked loan, Qantas accelerates long-haul restart as border rules ease, and more. Take a look at the daily roundup of air transport news.

Enhancement is part of a multiyear effort to improve airspace usage, reduce emissions.

Aircraft interiors manufacturers continue to roll out new, innovative seat designs in response to the ever-changing needs of the airline passenger.

A new independent low fare airline, backed by Florida-based private investors 777 Partners, plans to launch in Australia in early 2022. The start-up, to be headed by former Virgin Blue executive Tim Jordan, aspires to be the only ULCC in the Australian domestic market.

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Archer, Joby Aviation, Lilium and Vertical Aerospace are all planning mergers with SPACs, and more deals are on the horizon as other hopefuls chase the funds needed to bring their vehicles and services to

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