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Editor's Note 
 
Last minute decisions to delay massive tariffs for at least a month across North America were welcome, even as businesses are still distracted by the need to prepare for possible economic fallout.
- Jon Robinson, Editor, Helicopters
 
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Head of Italy's Rovagnati salami maker among those killed in helicopter crash, mayor says

A helicopter crashed in north-central Italy on Wednesday, killing three people including the head of Rovagnati.


Honeywell will split into three companies

Honeywell will split into three independent companies from its automation and aerospace technologies businesses.


TSB reports last year's fatal ultralight crash near Fredericton

Transportation Safety Board of Canada says impact of an ultralight crash last year was "not survivable."


Mark Carney pledges to beat Trudeau's target date for meeting NATO benchmark

Liberal leadership contender pledged to hit Canada's NATO defence spending target by end of decade.


Pause on U.S. tariffs good news, but uncertainty is 'dagger over our heads': Legault

Quebec Premier said Monday uncertainty continues to hang over the economy like a "dagger over our heads."


Transport Canada to continue working with town staff over building heights

Proposal for four highrise buildings near Niagara District Airport raises concerns over zoning.


What can the 'black box' tell us about crashes?

It's one of the most important pieces of forensic evidence following the crash of an aircraft.


 
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Friends say Army captain killed in midair collision was a 'brilliant and fearless' patriot

A U.S. Army captain who died in last week's midair collision of a Black Hawk helicopter and an American Airlines jet was “brilliant and fearless” and “meticulous in everything she did” said friends and fellow soldiers. » 
 
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U.S. not treated well by Canada? 'Come From Away' director says that's a cruel lie

U.S. President Donald Trump's targeting of Canada has left people feeling hurt and betrayed in central Newfoundland, where on Sept. 11, 2001, residents famously dropped everything to care for thousands of people stranded by terrorist attacks. » 
 
 
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‘We took the hit’

Why some Canadians are cancelling U.S. travel plans » 

Porter Airlines adding Hamilton routes, expanding in Atlantic Canada

Embraer E195-E2 aircraft in unique two-by-two seat configuration will operate new routes. » 

Bombardier reports $124M Q4 profit

Profit down from US$215 million a year earlier as plane maker's revenue crept higher. » 

Court rules against WestJet on reimbursement caps

B.C. judge barred WestJet from telling travellers reimbursement for meals and accommodations is capped. » 

Parked Delta plane apparently clipped by Japan Airlines plane

Japan Airlines plane was taxiing on the tarmac of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. » 

A deadly flight out of Wichita

One of the world’s most historic aviation cities is reeling from last week's D.C. crash. » 

Flight attendant killed in midair collision near D.C. honoured with service

A flight attendant was remembered Wednesday for his devotion to family and passion for travel. » 

 
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