Little in Congress makes sense these days, but one noteworthy exception is the strong support for Michael Whitaker to be appointed the next FAA administrator.

This week’s top air transport stories include some news highlights out of Routes World 2023, where world aviation leaders discussed industry growth plans.

Tune in as AvWeek editors speak with ACI World Director General Luis Felipe de Oliveira, recorded live at Routes World 2023 in Istanbul.

An industry icon starts to look back on his airline’s changes over the decades.

If Ryanair Group wants to hit 300 million passengers a year by 2034, its operations will need to be sustainable. And that is likely to require SAF investments.

Collaboration is helping advance U.S. biometrics-based screening.

Our editors select the best quotes from industry leaders, including AirAsia Group head of network and regulatory affairs Dilhan Haradasa at Routes World.