This week’s top air transport stories include the U.S. Senate confirmation of Michael Whitaker as the new FAA Administrator.

Airports from around the world are trying to keep up with passenger capacity and network growth by updating infrastructures.

Rapid hiring of US pilots is hurting regionals and raises safety questions.

As aviation steps up its efforts to achieve its commitment to net-zero CO2 emissions by 2050, the industry is exploring everything—from sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) to next generation aircraft and propulsion technologies—to help meet targets.

Our Air Transport editors pick out the best quotes they’ve heard from industry leaders, including EasyJet Chief Operating Officer David Morgan.

Little in Congress makes sense these days, but one noteworthy exception is the strong support for Michael Whitaker to be appointed the next FAA administrator.

This week’s top air transport stories include some news highlights out of Routes World 2023, where world aviation leaders discussed industry growth plans.

Tune in as AvWeek editors speak with ACI World Director General Luis Felipe de Oliveira, recorded live at Routes World 2023 in Istanbul.