May 7, 2024

News to Know

FAA Launches New Investigation into Boeing’s 787 Inspections
(SOURCE: AVI TRADER)

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated a fresh probe into Boeing, this time focusing on inspections concerning its 787 Dreamliner jets. CNN reported that investigators are delving into whether Boeing personnel neglected some quality inspections on its fleet of 787 aircraft, the FAA disclosed on Monday.

The investigation aims to ascertain whether the inspections were carried out as required and “whether company employees may have falsified aircraft records,” stated the FAA.

AVIATION

Innovative Design Is Enhancing Airports Across the Globe (BUSINESS TRAVELER USA)

Chinese Airlines Profitability Improves as Travel Takes Off (CAIXING GLOBAL)

Croatia Airlines and Discover Airlines Conclude Codeshare (EXYU AVIATION)

Airlines Should Re-Imagine Business Class If They Want to Fly Ahead (MINUTE HACK)

A Low-Cost Airline Just Dropped Multiple New Flights to Southern States (YAHOO!)

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Rail Europe Adds Content From Czech Operator RegioJet (BTN EUROPE)

OTHER SECTORS

Slow Travel, Sustainability and Technology Highlighted as Future Global Tourism Trends (TRAVEL DAILY NEWS)

Data Privacy Tops AI Concerns for Corporate Travel Buyers in Europe (TRAVOLUTION)

The 2025 Real ID Deadline for New Licenses Is Really Real This Time, DHS Says (USA TODAY)

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Canada - Severe weather forecast across Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada, through early May 8. Transport, business, and utility disruptions possible.

Philippines - Magnitude-5.1 offshore earthquake occurs off Samar Island, Philippines, at around 16:03 May 7. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.

United States - Severe weather forecast across parts of the central and southern US through early May 10. Tornadoes and associated disruptions possible.

Vietnam - High temperatures forecast across southern Vietnam through at least May 20. Transport and utility disruptions and health concerns possible.

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