FAA launches probe into airlines over flight cuts ordered during shutdown
More than 10,000 flights were canceled between Nov. 7, when the order took effect, and Nov. 16, when the FAA announced it was lifting all flight restrictions.
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Fresh off earning her Purdue doctorate, Kelly Cole’s goals get an unexpected jolt
She was finishing her doctorate at Purdue University in cyber forensics and contemplating a career analyzing intrusion detection systems.
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Once-hyped IU Health People Mover fades into oblivion
IU Health’s People Mover is unusual—or it certainly was at the time it was conceived—because of its use of public right of way.
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New bridge connects 16 Tech innovation district to greater downtown Indy
The bridge, which spans from the intersection of 10th Street and Riley Hospital Drive to 16 Tech, is part of a larger $30 million infrastructure project.
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Airport considering nearly $140M upgrade to baggage handling system
Airport officials are close to moving forward with the development and installation of a new luggage system at Indianapolis International Airport as part of an ongoing effort to enhance the facility’s security and efficiency.
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Trump outlines plan to unwind Biden-era car mileage mandates
The Transportation Department proposal represents the administration’s latest bid to unwind a suite of policies spurring electric vehicle production that Trump has derided as an “EV mandate.”
Frontier adding 4 routes from Indianapolis International Airport
For a limited time, the airline is offering introductory fares under $80 for each of the routes.
Delta Air Lines says US government shutdown cost company $200M
More than 10,000 flights were cut between Nov. 7, when the Federal Aviation Administration directed airlines to cancel up to 6% of their domestic flights, and when the restrictions were fully lifted on Nov. 16.
UPS put profit over safety before plane crash that killed 14, lawyer alleges
The legal battles stemming from the crash are likely just beginning. UPS was named as a defendant in a federal lawsuit filed last month accusing it of negligence and wanton conduct.
US air travelers without Real IDs soon to be charged $45 fee
The updated ID has been required since May, but passengers without it have so far been allowed to clear security with additional screening and a warning.
Federal review finds 44% of US trucking schools don’t comply with government rules
The Transportation Department said it plans to revoke the accreditation of thousands of schools unless they can comply with training requirements in the next 30 days.
Midwest travelers see hundreds of flights canceled, delayed after snowstorm
Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport was hardest hit by weekend snow, but travel issues were experienced thoughout the Great Lakes region.
FAA preparing for busiest Thanksgiving in 15 years
In addition, AAA projects 1.3 million more travelers will be on the roads than last year, pushing the total number of people traveling by car to at least 73 million.
FAA lifts order slashing flights, allowing commercial airlines to resume regular schedules
Data from aviation analytics firm Cirium showed that fewer than 1% of all flights were canceled over the weekend.
Air travelers face frustration as FAA increases flight cuts during the government shutdown
The FAA also expanded its flight restrictions Monday, barring business jets and many private flights from using a dozen airports already under commercial flight limits.
Flight cancellations expected to drag on even after the government shutdown ends
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy made clear last week that flight cuts will remain in place until the FAA sees safety metrics improve.
US airlines’ daily cancellations exceed 2,700 as shutdown impact continues
In addition, nearly 10,000 flight delays were reported on Sunday alone, according to FlightAware, a website that tracks air travel disruptions.
UPS, FedEx grounding MD-11 planes following deadly Louisville crash
The crash Tuesday at UPS Worldport in Louisville killed 14 people, including the three pilots on the MD-11 that was headed for Honolulu.
Flight cancellations hit airports on first day of FAA reductions
Airlines canceled hundreds of U.S. flights Friday—the highest number since the government shutdown began, but relatively few cancellations involved Indianapolis. Meanwhile, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said U.S. flight cuts could eventually climb beyond 10% if the shutdown continues.
Flight cancellations accelerate as airlines comply with government shutdown order
U.S. airlines began canceling hundreds of flights Thursday due to the Federal Aviation Administration’s order to reduce traffic at the country’s busiest airports starting Friday.
Musk could become history’s first trillionaire as Tesla shareholders OK giant pay package
The vote followed weeks of debate over his management record at the electric car maker and whether anyone deserved such unprecedented pay.
UPDATE: FAA reducing air traffic by 10% across 40 ‘high-volume’ markets during shutdown
The cutback stands to impact thousands of flights nationwide because the FAA directs more than 44,000 flights daily, including commercial passenger flights, cargo planes and private aircraft.
Gemini AI to change Google Maps into a more conversational experience
The hands-free experience is meant to turn Google Maps into something more like an insightful passenger able to direct a driver to a destination while also providing nearby recommendations on places to eat, shop or sightsee.
Flight delays persist as government shutdown leads to air traffic controller shortages
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has been warning that travelers will start to see more flight disruptions the longer controllers go without a paycheck.