About Aviation Wire
Aviation Wire is an independent digital publication dedicated to covering the US airline industry with the depth and accuracy it deserves. We report on airline earnings, aircraft orders, pilot and crew salaries, airport developments, safety incidents, and military aviation — sourced directly from FAA filings, earnings calls, union contracts, and on-record interviews.
Our Mission
To be the most trusted source of aviation industry intelligence for passengers, aviation professionals, investors, and enthusiasts — built on real journalism, not AI-generated filler. Every article carries a real byline from a named journalist.
What We Cover
US Airline Industry
Earnings, route changes, mergers, labor contracts, and competitive strategy at the Big 4 and regional carriers.
Pilot & Crew Salaries
Verified pay scales sourced from union contracts, pilot forums, and FAA filings — not estimates.
Aircraft & Orders
Boeing and Airbus orders, deliveries, certifications, and fleet strategy from original documents.
Aviation Safety
FAA airworthiness directives, NTSB investigations, and safety-critical regulatory changes.
Airports
Terminal expansions, infrastructure investment, slot allocations, and passenger experience.
Military Aviation
US Air Force and Navy aviation programs, defense contracts, and next-generation aircraft.
Our Standards
Real Bylines
Every article is written and owned by a named journalist with verifiable credentials.
Primary Sources
We cite FAA documents, SEC filings, union contracts, and on-record statements — not secondary aggregators.
AI Transparency
We do not publish AI-generated content as news. AI tools may assist research or editing but all published work is written and verified by humans.
Corrections Policy
Errors are corrected promptly with a published correction notice on the original article.
Contact Us
Have a news tip, industry correction, or press inquiry? Our editorial team welcomes tips from pilots, airline employees, FAA staff, and aviation professionals. Visit our Contact page to get in touch. Confidentiality is respected.