FAA Oversight: The FAA has proposed mandatory inspections for seats on hundreds of Boeing 737 MAX jets after reports of incorrect seat track installation that could let seats disengage during turbulence or emergencies, affecting 453 U.S.-registered aircraft. Air Force One Cost Pressure: Boeing says it’s adding “significant resources” to deliver the next Air Force One by 2028, with the program’s overruns now topping $3.1 billion after another $280 million hit last quarter. Airline Financial Strain: Singapore Airlines Group posted a first-quarter net loss as fuel costs surged, while revenue hit a record—highlighting how Middle East-driven oil spikes are still overwhelming pricing gains. Jet Fuel Shock: A new look at U.S. airline fuel spending shows March costs jumping sharply as jet fuel prices rose amid Middle East supply disruptions. Route Moves: American Airlines plans two new international routes from JFK next week, including service to Calgary and a new Saturday-only link to LaGuardia’s network. Passenger Experience & Pricing: JetBlue rolled out a new domestic fare structure ahead of its first-class changes, expanding seat-selection and refund options across fare tiers. Safety in the Spotlight: A small plane made an emergency sand landing in Huntington Beach with the pilot and teen passenger uninjured, while investigators continue. Tech & Payments: Emirates began accepting crypto payments via Crypto.com Pay for flight bookings, signaling growing airline interest in digital payments. Tourism Demand: The Maldives welcomed 1.22M+ tourists so far this year, with recovery tied to restored air connectivity.