FAA grounds MD-10 and DC-10 aircraft in wake of UPS MD-11 crash tragedy
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an Emergency Airworthiness Directive for all MD-10 and DC-10 aircraft to…
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DC-10, a wide-body airliner produced by McDonnell Douglas. Explore news, history, and developments related to this iconic aircraft and its operations worldwide.
American Airlines Flight 191: 45 years on from the deadliest crash in US history
May 25, 2024, will mark 45 years to the day that America watched in horror as 273 people…
GE Aviation CF6-6 engines enter retirement after half century of service
The CF6-6 jet engine has been officially retired as of June 3, 2021. Belonging to GE Aviation, the…
Halloween special: Top 5 scariest aviation close calls
Over the years, aviation has evolved into unseen comfort. Newest interior modifications, including lay-flat seats and interior lighting…
Is FAA’s status as leading global aviation authority crumbling?
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), throughout the recent history of commercial aviation, has been the global leader for…
Can reputation bring down aircraft? Exploring DC-10’s story
The 1970s were truly a magical time, as multiple manufacturers competed for their chance in the spotlight. Jet-powered…
Air Force One: how Boeing 747 became the VC-25A
This article was originally published on AeroTime News on August 23, 2019. Just recently, the United States Air…
On this day: Turkish Airlines Flight 981 crashes and kills 346
On March 3, 1974, a Turkish Airlines McDonnell Douglas DC-10, which operated Flight 981 between Istanbul and London,…
From Cargo Door Failures To One Of The Most Reliable Aircraft – The DC-10
From Exploding Cargo Doors To One Of The Most Reliable Airliners – The DC-10Throughout history, aviation authorities grounded…
Boeing 737 MAX Makes An Emergency Landing
A Boeing 737 MAX Makes An Emergency Landing In The United States If the public confidence in the…