Prolific cybercrime gang now targeting airlines and the transportation sector

Zack Whittaker / techcrunch - The fresh wave of attacks targeting airlines comes soon after the hackers hit the U.K. retail sector and the insurance industry.

Back to Top / Friday, June 27, 2025, 3:21 pm / permalink 9014 / 5 stories in 8 months

Hawaiian Airlines experiences cyberattack, flight schedule unchanged

Aninda Chakraborty / techmonitor - Hawaiian Airlines, a commercial carrier in the US, has reported a cyberattack that targeted some of its IT systems.

Back to Top / Friday, June 27, 2025, 5:20 am / permalink 8969 / 3 stories in 8 months

JetBlue will use Find My's Share Item Location to track down your lost luggage

appleinsider - JetBlue has become the latest airline to support the Find My Share Item Location, which should help it find your missing luggage faster.Find My's Share Item Location feature in actionPassengers dread the prospect of waiting at a luggage carousel only to n…

Back to Top / Monday, June 23, 2025, 12:21 pm / permalink 8618 / 3 stories in 8 months

JetBlue Is Slashing Flights and Cutting Costs. Here's What Travelers Should Know

Macy Meyer / cnet - JetBlue is pulling back on routes to several US states and major metropolitan cities.

Back to Top / Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 5:21 pm / permalink 8271 / 1 stories in 8 months

Middle East tensions escalate with airstrikes, evacuations and military moves

A rapid escalation in the Middle East has led to dramatic scenes: an Iranian TV building bombed mid-broadcast, citizens fleeing amid intensifying Israeli airstrikes, and a wave of USAF tankers departing as the regional conflict deepens. Even market futures are reacting, while Africa braces for fallout from the brewing hostilities.

Back to Top / Monday, June 16, 2025, 1:21 pm / permalink 8104 / 3 stories in 8 months

Canada's WestJet says 'expect interruptions' online as it navigates cybersecurity turbulence

Connor Jones / theregister - Flights still flying - just don't count on the app or website working smoothly Canadian airline WestJet is warning of "intermittent interruptions or errors" on its app and website as it investigates a cybersecurity incident.…

Back to Top / Monday, June 16, 2025, 12:21 pm / permalink 8088 / 2 stories in 8 months

Israel Achieves Air Superiority Amid Iran’s Counterstrike

In a dramatic escalation in the region, Israeli forces declared total air superiority over the Iranian capital area amid intensifying hostilities, while Iranian forces reportedly attempted countermeasures. The unfolding military posturing highlights a volatile standoff with both sides flexing their aerial might as international concern mounts.

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Air India flight to London carrying 242 people crashes in Ahmedabad - Financial Times

google - Air India flight to London carrying 242 people crashes in Ahmedabad Financial Times

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Airlines Don't Want You to Know They Sold Your Flight Data to DHS

Joseph Cox / 404media - A contract obtained by 404 Media shows that an airline-owned data broker forbids the feds from revealing it sold them detailed passenger data.

Back to Top / Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 9:21 am / permalink 7455 / 2 stories in 8 months

FAA to retire floppy disks and Windows 95 amid air traffic control overhaul

Benj Edwards / arstechnica - Agency seeks contractors to modernize decades-old systems within four years.

Back to Top / Monday, June 9, 2025, 11:21 am / permalink 7310 / 3 stories in 8 months

Boeing settles criminal probe over 737 Max crashes

Boeing has reached a settlement with U.S. authorities to drop criminal charges tied to the fatal 737 Max incidents. The deal, reported between $1.1 billion and $1.5 billion, ends intense scrutiny over the company’s handling of safety issues, leaving critics to wonder if true accountability was ever on the table.

Back to Top / Friday, May 23, 2025, 6:20 pm / permalink 5487 / 2 stories in 9 months

SpaceX’s High-Stakes 9th Starship Test Flight Faces FAA Scrutiny

Following back-to-back test flight failures, SpaceX is preparing for its 9th Starship launch amid a stringent FAA safety review. The regulator has imposed extra precautions to prevent a repeat of past mishaps, ensuring that the next launch meets exacting safety standards.

Back to Top / Friday, May 23, 2025, 4:20 pm / permalink 5468 / 2 stories in 9 months

SpaceX Starship Receives FAA Clearance for Next Test Flight

The FAA has approved another high-stakes test flight for SpaceX’s Starship, expanding hazard zones in the US and abroad. This clearance follows previous explosive mishaps, underscoring SpaceX’s unwavering drive to push the boundaries of rocket technology—even when regulators seem to play party pooper.

Back to Top / Thursday, May 22, 2025, 2:20 pm / permalink 5315 / 2 stories in 9 months

Southwest Airlines Enforces Ban on Portable Chargers in Checked Bags

Citing fire safety concerns, Southwest Airlines has rolled out a new policy banning portable chargers in checked baggage. This latest directive aims to bolster in-flight safety, much to the chagrin of travelers now forced to rethink how they pack their beloved travel tech.

Back to Top / Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 12:21 pm / permalink 5181 / 2 stories in 9 months

DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Advanced Drone Technology, US Market on Hold

DJI’s highly anticipated Mavic 4 Pro, featuring a groundbreaking 360-degree rotating gimbal and extended battery life, is capturing imaginations worldwide—except in the US, where tariffs and market hurdles delay its arrival. Critics and enthusiasts alike applaud its cinematic prowess, even as frustrated tech fans await its elusive American debut.

Back to Top / Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 8:21 am / permalink 4590 / 4 stories in 9 months

Newark Airport turbulence continues as radar screens go dark

Newark Liberty International Airport has once again become the stage for technical drama, with radar screens flickering out and prompting fresh ground stops. The recurrent infrastructure glitches are creating yet another headache for travelers and officials alike, raising eyebrows at the ‘again’ in the saga.

Back to Top / Friday, May 9, 2025, 12:20 pm / permalink 4393 / 2 stories in 9 months

FAA Acts Swiftly to Resolve Newark Airspace Woes

In response to persistent flight disruptions at one of the nation’s busiest hubs, the FAA has launched immediate measures to bolster Newark’s airspace safety. These proactive steps aim to mitigate delays and system failures, underscoring officials’ resolve to tame the chaos overhead.

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GlobalX airline hit by hack amid Trump deportation flights

Hackers claiming affiliation with Anonymous have reportedly breached GlobalX airline systems used for Trump-era deportations. The breach, involving sensitive passenger data, underscores the increasingly complex cybersecurity challenges facing companies linked to politically charged operations.

Back to Top / Monday, May 5, 2025, 2:20 pm / permalink 4072 / 5 stories in 10 months