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Terrafugia flying cars cost $279,000 each, already have 100 pre-orders (+video)

Terrafugia flyng cars: The company said Monday that its flying car has completed its first test flight. The Terrafugia flying cars will be unveiled at the New York Auto show this week.
Air France wreckage could provide answers to mysterious crash

French authorities say they have found the engine and parts of the fuselage of the Air France plane that crashed in 2009 off Brazil's coast.
In Colombia plane crash, pilot skill praised for minimal injury

Pilot skill in the Colombia plane crash is being pointed to as a key factor in saving the lives of 130 passengers. One passenger died.
Search narrows for Air France Flight 447 black boxes

Based on a new analysis of sonar "pings," French investigators are focusing attention on a smaller area of the Atlantic to continue the hunt for the black boxes that could reveal why the Air France Flight 447 crashed last June.
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British Airways strike is latest in wave across Europe airlines

The seven-day British Airways strike slated for late March is the latest in a wave of strikes to sweep across France, Italy, Germany, and Greece as socialist entitlement collides with market realities.
To reduce pilot fatigue, FAA moves to revise rules

Buffalo crash, other incidents prompt aviation agency to expedite rule changes.
American Airlines losses point to grim times for industry

Other major airlines are also expected to report losses for the second quarter, as swine flu and the recession take its toll on air travel.
Air France plane didn't break up? Skepticism grows.

Many wonder how French investigators, who announced their findings Thursday, could arrive at that conclusion when so little evidence has been recovered.
Will second crash in one month hurt Airbus image?

With just four companies manufacturing large commercial planes, any accident draws scrutiny to a firm.
The importance of Flight 447's missing black boxes

Black box data can provide key clues to how the crash happened, information that's vital for future airline safety and design.
Did Air France Flight 447 break up midair?

Figuring out what caused the crash could shed light on the safety of composites – new materials replacing traditional metals in many aircraft.
Will US airlines make a turnaround in 2009?

Their cost-cutting in recent years could pay off. But longtime problems remain.
Fewer fliers this Thanksgiving, but flights will still be packed

The airlines, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the Bush administration are taking steps for smoother traveling.
Aviation leaders urge Congress to act on energy policy – now

They call for a special session of Congress, but many are skeptical the session will get off the ground.
U.S. plan to ease air congestion runs into head winds

Some critics say a proposed cap on New York flights would raise costs. Others say better traffic management is the key.
Will air travel be better this summer?

Airlines move to reduce problems of 2007's dismal season, with a focus on New York area traffic.
Airline woes to boost ticket prices

Carriers report huge losses tied to fuel price hikes. Their remedy: trim flights and raise fares.
What would Delta-Northwest merger cost flying public?

The deal could lead to further airline consolidations.
Could flight disruptions have been avoided?

The FAA didn't give American Airlines the usual amount of time to fix the glitches.
FAA adjusts safety regime, but some say not enough

The agency cites new 'improvements' to safety record, airline oversight. Critics say its industry ties remain too tight.
Plane maintenance lapses draw congressional hearing

With four major carriers having grounded planes, FAA whistle-blowers will testify Thursday before Congress.
Tough times force airlines to scale back

With rising fuel costs and a recession in the wings, airlines are cutting jobs and hiking prices.