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NEWS The History of Aer Lingus (Slideshow)
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day weekend here is a history of Ireland’s national flag carrier airline, Aer Lingus. Link
NEWS Bronx Man Accused of Shining Laser Beam at Planes
Bright green light, when aimed at aircraft in the dark skies over New York City on Monday night, was powerful enough to injure the eyes of four pilots — including two officers in a New York Police Department helicopter — jeopardizing their ability to fly safely, the authorities said. Link
NEWS Airbus Vies With Boeing to Fill Niche Once Held by 757 Jetliner
The Boeing 757, the longest narrow-body ever, triggered dueling views in front of an aerospace-industry audience on Monday over which manufacturer could best replace it. Link
NEWS Video: F/A-18 Hornet carrier qualifications
USN Hornets perform car quals aboard the French carrier Charles De Gaulle. Low approaches, touch and goes, and finally arrested landings.