Gone Gliding – Part One
Glider pilots try to copy the birds when we’re centering on a thermal – a nice tight turn, feeling the lift happening from a wing lift or a bounce.
Iran Shot Down American Drone Plane, Claims Iran
The Iranian military on Sunday claimed it had shot down a U.S. reconnaissance drone in the country's east near the border with Afghanistan, although U.S. and NATO officials believe it may have crashed by itself.
Kennedy Airport Terror Planner Sentenced to Life in Prison
A US judge on Thursday sentenced a former cargo handler to life in prison for plotting to explode fuel tanks at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Danish Airline Cimber Sterling Grounds All Flights, Files For Bankruptcy
Cimber Sterling grounded all flights effective immediately after filing for bankruptcy Thursday morning.
Cathay Pacific Orders 10 More 777-300ERs from Boeing
Cathay Pacific Airlines and Boeing announced on Wednesday that the Hong Kong-based carrier had ordered 10 more 777-300ER jets valued at $2.8 billion based on list prices.