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The Wildwoods Air Show returns on September 20, 2026, featuring an F‑22 Raptor demo, an F‑16 fly‑by, vintage warbirds and a Coast Guard helicopter display, all offered free to the public on the boardwalk and beach.
Ottawa, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, announced plans to allow private investment in Canada’s four largest airports, aiming to draw foreign capital for modernization and growth. The policy follows a Toronto meeting with global business leaders to discuss funding opportunities for Canadian projects.
A single‑engine AS350 B2 helicopter crashed in Los Angeles on September 15, killing three people, including two NBC4 journalists. Authorities are investigating the cause while the community mourns the loss.
The FAA imposed ground stops on departures at O’Hare and Midway on Thursday morning due to thunderstorms and heavy rain, halting flights at O’Hare until 7:15 a.m. and keeping Midway closed through at least 8:45 a.m., resulting in roughly two‑hour average delays.
Amazon's cargo plane that crashed near Miami International Airport during Labor Day weekend had its wreckage moved to the nearby Cargo City storage facility for further examination.
The Canadian government announced on Tuesday that it will transfer operation of Montreal‑Trudeau Airport and three other major airports to private entities, initiating a plan to privatize management of the country's four largest airports.
The FAA ended a brief pause on certain LAX arrivals on September 14, 2026, after staffing constraints at Southern California TRACON were resolved, allowing normal flight operations to resume.
The Wildwood Air Show on September 13, 2026, featured a U.S. Air Force F‑22 Raptor demo that thrilled a packed beach and boardwalk crowd, providing a high‑octane entertainment highlight for the community.
An Amazon cargo plane crashed after overrunning runway 30 at Miami International Airport on September 13, killing five and injuring several others. Investigators are still collecting evidence while survivors recount the event.
The Wildwoods Air Show will end on Sunday, September 13, 2026, concluding the weekend’s aerial displays in Wildwoods, New Jersey. The final day is expected to draw crowds and mark the close of a popular local event.
Organizers project more than 100,000 attendees for the Sep 12‑13 Wildwoods Air Show, featuring military, custom‑built and aerobatic aircraft, boosting the local beach season.
Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz and Mayor Daniella Levine Cava held a joint press conference at Miami International Airport to discuss the deadly cargo plane crash and pledge coordinated action. The event follows recent viral footage showing tension between their offices, marking a move toward collaboration.
Texas has moved its air taxi initiative into a testing phase that starts with unmanned flights and will later assess medical logistics, cargo, and passenger operations. The program aims to transition the concept into practical service within the state.
Wildwoods Airshow organizers expect 100,000‑150,000 attendees for the free Thunder Over the Waves event on September 12‑13, 2026, with military jets and sky‑divers drawing visitors and boosting the local economy.
The Wildwoods Airshow will honor the 25th anniversary of September 11 with an aerial salute and memorial services from September 11‑13, 2026, while continuing its free weekend program of aviation displays.
Airline captain Patrick McAlee performed a high‑fly stunt on Wildwood beach, pulling an 800‑pound biplane that weighed over six times his own body weight, providing thrilling entertainment for the summer crowd.
Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum opens daily in Cape May, featuring restored WWII hangars, vintage aircraft and interactive exhibits, adding a historic attraction for visitors and aviation fans.
Three people survived a cargo plane crash in Miami-Dade County on September 12, 2026 and remain hospitalized, while multiple fatalities were reported. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Sheriff Rosie Cordero‑Stutz and Mayor Daniella Levine Cava held a joint press conference at Miami International Airport on September 13 to discuss the deadly cargo plane crash and affirm a collaborative response, following recent tension between their offices.
The Wildwoods Air Show will take place on September 12‑13, 2026, featuring military aircraft and stunt performers at the Wildwoods beaches. Organizers expect the event to extend the beach season, boost local businesses, and build on the over‑100,000‑visitor turnout from 2025.
