Business
Airports seeing rise in security screeners calling off work
TSR Employees are expected to work without pay during the government shutdown.
Business
Southwest Airlines founder Herb Kelleher dies at 87
He built the industry’s biggest discount carrier and set the standard for budget air travel.
Business
The biggest jet engines ever seen are set to roar on Boeing’s 777X
The front fan’s 16 carbon composite blades are each twisted into a thin, aerodynamically curved shape.
Business
TSA opts for a friendlier look with floppy-eared sniffer dogs
Some research backs up the idea that people view pointy ears as more intimidating.
Business
This county is ready to take off — and not just at the airport
Commercial air service is just one of several big factors likely to drive business in 2019.
Local News
Former Boeing exec steps into spotlight after Mattis’ ouster
Deputy defense secretary Patrick Shanahan was at Boeing for 30 years, mostly on the commercial side.
Business
Airbus stock tumbles on report US has joined bribery probe
Investigations of the European company involve possible bribery in securing passenger jet sales.
Business
With 10 more 767 leases, Amazon will have 50 air freighters
The company is building its own fleet to reduce reliance on delivery companies like FedEx.
Business
Boeing sets new $20 billion buyback plan, raises dividends
It’s a sign the planemaker doesn’t intend to stop showering cash on investors anytime soon.
Nation-World
Trump signs order to create US Space Command
The move comes amid growing concerns that China and Russia are working to disrupt U.S. satellites.
Business
Boeing buying 80% stake in Embraer for $4.2 billion
Boeing will have operational and management control. Embraer keeps consent rights for some decisions.
Local News
Boeing has its eye on 58 acres on west side of Paine Field
The airplane builder, which is vague about its plans, will have up to two years to study the…
Business
Mexican Boeing 737 jet damaged in possible drone hit
Images on local media showed considerable damage to the nose of the passenger plane.
Business
Boeing to open its first 737 plant in China
The ribbon-cutting risks being overshadowed by trade tensions.
Local News
Edmonds pilot inspires children to seek the skies
A flight as a boy inspired Greg Bell. He’s now made 100 flights to bring in the next…
Northwest
Flight returns to Seattle after human heart was left onboard
Passengers’ reaction was of kindness because everyone on board “was happy to save a life.”
Local News
Northshore District students soar in new aviation class
Many in the class are contemplating careers as pilots, air traffic controllers or engineers.
Business
Lion Air leader talks of slashing Boeing jet orders
The carrier is furious at Boeing for what he sees as an effort to deflect blame for the…
Local News
Navy ‘terminating discussions’ about impact of Growlers
The law requires federal agencies to consider the effects a project may have on historic properties.
Business
Lion Air crash sheds light on dark side of cockpit automation
Features that have made flying safer may have the unintended consequence of confusing pilots.