New reports of drone sightings in Northeast soar

More mysterious drone sightings reported in the Northeast after FAA lifts ban
Unexplained Drone Sightings Return Over New Jersey And New York After FAA Ends Ban
The unexplained, SUV-sized drones that caused a stir flying over the areas in the Northeast in November and December have returned. As of Sunday, Jan. 25.
Drone sightings surge in Northeast amid FAA lifting flight restrictions: Report
FAA directed to halt diversity initiatives as Trump emphasizes merit-based hiring
The FAA directed questions about how the order would affect its hiring practices to the White House, which did not immediately respond to a request for comment on how the changes
Akron balloonist earns highest honor from FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration has presented Akron balloonist Michael C. Emich with the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award, the agency’s highest honor. Cleveland FAA representative Michael Emmerich recognized Emich on Sunday at the Northeast Ohio Balloon Pilots Association awards celebration in Stow.
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FAA employees with disabilities targeted by Trump's anti-DEI push
Despite current policy, the FAA during Trump’s first administration actively sought to recruit workers with disabilities.
FAA executive order follows a conservative talking point on diversity in aviation
Donald Trump ordered the immediate end to diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the Federal Aviation Administration.
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Boulder officials push back on motion to dismiss FAA lawsuit
Boulder city attorneys are fighting efforts to have the city’s high-profile lawsuit against the Federal Aviation Administration dismissed.
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Minnesota woman killed in skydiving accident in Arizona, FAA and local authorities investigating
(KSTP) – A Minnesotan was killed in a skydiving accident in Arizona on Friday. According to the Eloy, AZ, Police Department, first responders were called to Skydive Arizona around 4:06 p.m. on Friday on a report of a parachutist “experiencing complications during descent.”
Trump orders FAA to terminate DEI hiring efforts
President Trump on Tuesday issued an executive order directing the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to “return to non-discriminatory, merit-based hiring” and eliminate diversity,
FAA investigating midair near-collision between Delta, United flights over Phoenix
The close call between the United and Delta flights at the Phoenix airport comes amid an increase in plane near-collisions.
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Draganfly Secures FAA Waiver for Drone Flights Over People and Traffic
Draganfly secures FAA waiver for urban operations over people and traffic in Boston, advancing UAV applications.
Incoming flights to Charlotte airport halted due to foggy conditions: FAA
All flights coming into Charlotte Douglas International Airport are being held at their origin airport due to foggy conditions, according to the FAA. The order will stay in place until 6:30 p.m. Queen City News will continue to provide updates on air and online with any changes.
Donald Trump's Move to Ban DEI in FAA Backed by Aviation Lawyer
Trump has yet to name his pick for FAA administrator following the departure of Mike Whitaker on Sunday. Sean Duffy currently awaits full Senate confirmation to become Transportation secretary, having had his nomination unanimously advanced by the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee on Wednesday.