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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy pointed out that gamers "have many of the hard skills it takes to be a successful controller."
Two men died after the helicopters they were piloting collided midair in Hammonton, New Jersey on Sunday, Dec. 28.
While Pittsburgh isn't one of the airports expected to reduce flights, the reduction could still impact your travel from PIT.
The family of one of the people killed when an airliner and an Army helicopter collided over Washington, D.C., in January has filed a lawsuit seeking accountability.
Uber is teaming with electric air taxi maker Joby to bring helicopter service to its ride-sharing platform as soon as 2026.
Southwest Airlines, which previously had a free checked bag policy, says it will start charging $35 for each first checked bag.
Two border collies have a full-time job keeping birds and other wildlife off the runway at West Virginia's busiest airport.
A pilot was killed when a helicopter struck a power line and crashed into a reservoir in northeastern Ohio.
A FedEx cargo plane made an emergency landing at Newark Liberty International Airport after a bird strike caused an engine fire, the FAA says.
More than 90% of the country's airport control towers are understaffed according to analysis of FAA data.
Meanwhile, federal investigators are working to piece together what led to the crash and recovery crews are set to pull more wreckage from the water.
FAA data shows that lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015, now occurring nearly twice a week.
Melanie Georger was working to become a commercial pilot, her father said Saturday in a statement on Facebook.
Authorities say a plane trying to make an emergency landing at an airport in northeastern Ohio crashed, killing all three people aboard.
Turbulence, which causes planes to suddenly jolt while in flight, is considered a fairly normal occurrence.
"It's going to be hectic but fun. Go with the mindset that it's going to be busy and pack light," said one aviation expert.
"At the very least, installers missed something," former NTSB member John Goglia said after the door plug blowout on an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 jet. "It calls into question the process."
An Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency diversion to Portland, Oregon, after an off-duty pilot in the cockpit unsuccessfully tried to shut down the plane's engines midflight.
The FAA cancelled and delayed thousands of flights over the weekend amid stormy conditions in the Northeast.
Video recorded by a passenger seemed to show flames coming from the right engine.
The FAA has lacked a Senate-confirmed administrator since March 2022.
The Federal Aviation Administration paused arrivals to and departures from airports in North and South Carolina.
The funding will come from the Biden Administration as part of a $1 billion airport funding initiative.
The Coast Guard on Tuesday suspended its search for a small plane reported missing off the coast of Massachusetts.
The Coast Guard and others were searching off the coast of Cape Cod for a small plane that failed to arrive in Massachusetts as scheduled.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
Savanna Jones, a student at Wilberforce University in Ohio, has died.
Police are praising a teenager for reporting a threat against the Belle Vernon Area High School.
The family of a grandmother who died after falling into a sinkhole in Westmoreland County is suing U.S. Steel and a restaurant owner.
Supporters will line the Pittsburgh Marathon race course, cheering on the runners when the going gets tough.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
Savanna Jones, a student at Wilberforce University in Ohio, has died.
Police are praising a teenager for reporting a threat against the Belle Vernon Area High School.
The family of a grandmother who died after falling into a sinkhole in Westmoreland County is suing U.S. Steel and a restaurant owner.
Supporters will line the Pittsburgh Marathon race course, cheering on the runners when the going gets tough.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
Pittsburgh Magazine's Sean Collier is back like he is every Thursday to give us his rundown of the best events in the 'Burgh!
Team PTL's Boaz Frankel is getting dirty with this assignment, but it's all in an effort to clean up Pittsburgh's parks!
It started with just one location, and one idea, now 70 years later, Pittsburgh's own 84 Lumber has become a household name!
This year, you can skip the shopping cart and find something one-of-a-kind at the I Made It Market! Carrie Nardini joins us to show some of the unique gifts you can get for mom.
Team PTL's Daisy Jade is meeting the cast of Pittsburgh Musical Theater's production of Dear Evan Hansen, and she even got a sneak peek at the upcoming performances!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
JJ Wetherholt led off with a home run against Pirates ace Paul Skenes, and the St. Louis beat Pittsburgh 10-5 to complete a four-game sweep.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Rookie Nathan Church ended the game by robbing Nick Gonzales of what would have been a walk-off, two-run homer by making a leaping catch at the left-field wall, giving the St. Louis Cardinals a 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Flyers defeated the Penguins, 1-0, in Game 6 in overtime on Wednesday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena to advance in the 2026 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs.
If the Flyers win, they advance to the second round and face the Carolina Hurricanes.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
The coach of the Bishop Canevin baseball team is looking for a living donor. He is in stage 5 renal failure.
A Pittsburgh-area nightclub is making changes after a deadly shooting. It comes as video of a fight outside just three days before that shooting circulates online. Mamie Bah reports.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list. It's costing taxpayers tens of millions of dollars and raising questions about its effectiveness.
Pittsburgh has polkas for its sports teams and players, so naturally, someone had to write one for the mascots.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
