MIDLAND, Texas – In October 2009, TRACE Engines L.P. received its FAA Production Certificate for its 600 horsepower, liquid cooled, turbocharged V8 engine for the General Aviation market. (more…)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Transportation took steps this week to facilitate the rapid flow of rescue and relief personnel and supplies to Haiti following the major earthquake there on Tuesday. (more…)

WETASKIWIN, ALBERTA – Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame will induct four Canadians at its 2010 annual dinner and ceremony at the River Rock Casino and Hotel in Vancouver, B.C., June 10. (more…)

EVERETT, Wash. – Boeing has completed initial airworthiness testing on the 787 Dreamliner. This milestone will enable more crew members to take part in flights and will allow more airplanes to join the flight test program. (more…)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Transportation has assessed a $30,000 civil penalty against United Airlines for failing to disclose the full price consumers must pay for air transportation as required by the Department’s rules. (more…)

OTTAWA, ONTARIO – Passengers aboard non-commercial aircraft bringing aid to and evacuating people from Haiti that are making a technical stop or transiting through Canada’s airports temporarily will not require a visa (more…)

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Air travelers will find it easier to file complaints with the U.S. Department of Transportation about airline service, compare the historical on-time and baggage mishandling records of airlines, and find helpful tips about air travel thanks to a redesigned, more user-friendly aviation consumer web site unveiled today by the Department. (more…)

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. and the world’s largest express transportation company, is advancing international express shipping with the introduction of its first Boeing 777 Freighter service in Shanghai, mainland China. (more…)

MIRAMAR, Fla. – Spirit Airlines has announced plans for providing relief to the people of Haiti. (more…)

NEW YORK, NY – The fifth race of the 2010 Red Bull Air Race World Championship season will be held, in partnership with NYC & Company, Jersey City, NJ and Liberty State Park, over the Hudson River June 19 and 20. (more…)