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Starlink’s cutoff exposed a new truth: orbit is now a battlefield. Russia’s rushed Rassvet push is its bid to catch up. full article in the first comment.

US Air Force pilot pay in 2026 isn’t just base salary—rank, flight pay, housing, and bonuses can push total compensation past $300K at the top. full article in the first comment.

Supersonic travel could be making a comeback: a new U.S. bill may cut coast-to-coast flights to just 3 hours. Fasten your seatbelts—aviation may be about to get louder and faster. full article in the first comment.

China Eastern orders 101 Airbus A320neo jets in a $15.8B deal, with deliveries from 2028–2032—boosting efficiency, cutting fuel costs, and signaling strong growth in China’s aviation market. full article in the first comment.

Delta is doubling down on LAX—adding a new Palm Beach route and boosting Orlando & Tampa frequencies, hitting 12 daily Florida departures and reinforcing its dominance in a key leisure corridor. full article in the first comment.

Southwest’s extra-seat dispute is reigniting debate over fairness, transparency, and how airlines enforce size policies at the gate. full article in the first comment.

British Airways is tying pilot bonuses to fuel savings and emissions cuts—an efficiency move that could also raise questions about safety margins. full article in the first comment.

JetBlue is weighing a potential sale to a larger U.S. airline, exploring partners like United, Alaska, and Southwest—though talks remain early and face major regulatory hurdles. full article in the first comment.

Becoming an airline pilot in the U.S. can cost $50K to $200K+—the path you choose, where you train, and how fast you fly all change the price. full article in the first comment.

NASA is turning Moon dust into oxygen—using heat or electrolysis to break minerals apart—paving the way for astronauts to breathe, fuel rockets, and live off lunar resources. full article in the first comment.