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Airplane Lessors Face Legal Quagmire as Russian Repos Stall

Global leasing companies staring at an imminent sanctions deadline to repossess more than 400 jets worth almost $10 billion from Russian airlines have received mostly radio silence as experts warn of legal wrangling that could last a decade. Western bans …

After a Disaster, Imagery Gives Insurance Companies a Clear Picture: Viewpoint

Some of the most famous planes in the weather world are hurricane hunters, piloted by steely nerved aviators who fly into storms to measure what is imperceptible to people on the ground. Since the first storm-chasing pilot plunged into a …

Connecticut Airport to Halt Runaway Planes

New runway safety technology intended to prevent airplanes from overshooting runways has been unveiled at the Groton-New London Airport. The Day of New London reports that officials on Monday unveiled two safety zones lined with covered blocks of crushable concrete …

Denver, Colo. Airport Still Feeling Effects of Hailstorm

The effects of last week’s hailstorm are still being felt at Denver International Airport, where United Airlines canceled 13 more departures while it inspected planes for damage. United says the 13 departures were canceled Sunday. All were United Express regional …