Moore's Law of aviation: Flying keeps getting safer
Many airline passengers naturally worry about flying. But on a worldwide basis, commercial air travel keeps getting safer, according to a new study by MIT researchers.
Aug 7, 2024
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Many airline passengers naturally worry about flying. But on a worldwide basis, commercial air travel keeps getting safer, according to a new study by MIT researchers.
Aug 7, 2024
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Business
Passenger traffic at European airports returned to pre-COVID levels in the first half of the year as the sector finally "turned the corner" on the pandemic crisis, the main industry association said on Wednesday.
Jul 31, 2024
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Delta reported lower quarterly profits Thursday despite still-strong travel demand as it moderated a plan to add capacity in the fall in light of industry overcapacity.
Jul 11, 2024
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French national rail operator SNCF said Wednesday it planned to offer high-speed passenger services in neighboring Italy from 2026, competing with rival Trenitalia on its home turf.
Jun 12, 2024
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Engineering
A study by Argonne and MIT reveals the significant impacts of losing public transit in the Chicago region, from pollution spikes to increased traffic congestion to economic downturns.
Jun 6, 2024
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Automotive
Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft are heralding a new era in transportation, combining sustainability with cutting-edge technology to transform how we move across urban landscapes. As we stand on the ...
Jun 5, 2024
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Airlines may not be replacing pilots with artificial intelligence anytime soon, but aviation industry experts say the new technology is already revolutionizing the way they do business.
Jun 3, 2024
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Shares of American Airlines dove Wednesday after it lowered its profit outlook, citing weaker demand and a troubled booking system upgrade.
May 29, 2024
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Automotive
The COVID-19 pandemic changed life in many ways, including stopping nearly all commercial flights. At the Toronto Pearson International Airport, airplane traffic dropped by 80% in the first few months of lockdown. For a nearby ...
May 16, 2024
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Engineering
It's National Road Safety Week and it comes on the back of a year in which 1,286 people died on Australian roads. The rising road toll—up 8.2% for the year to March—included 62 children. Tragically, road deaths remain ...
May 6, 2024
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