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Senate Confirms Michael Whitaker as FAA Administrator

Michael G. Whitaker, who received bipartisan support, faces the challenge of stabilizing an agency that had been without a permanent leader for more than a year and a half.

By Mark Walker

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Off-Duty Pilot Tries to Disrupt Engines on Alaska Airlines Flight

The flight was diverted to Portland, Ore., because of a “credible security threat” inside the cockpit, the airline said. An off-duty pilot was charged with attempted murder.

By Johnny Diaz and Michael Levenson

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A Government Shutdown Could Disrupt Air Travel, Officials Warn

If the government shuts down, air traffic controllers and Transportation Security Administration officers will continue to work, but they will not be paid until the shutdown is over.

By Mark Walker

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Air Force Receives Its First Electric Air Taxi

Joby Aviation delivered the aircraft, which can carry a pilot and four passengers, to Edwards Air Force Base in California for testing.

By Niraj Chokshi

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