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Trade agreement could boost Panama-U.S. trade activity

Unlike the free-trade agreements with South Korea and Colombia, the FTA between the U.S. and Panama signed in October did not have to remove any huge obstacles to trade. read more

The U.S. Transportation Security Administration has decided to push back its December 31 deadline for 100-percent screening on cargo bound for the U.S. The news comes from a press release issued by The International Air Cargo Association, which was also verified by Brandon Fried, executive director of the U.S. Airforwarders Association. He called the TSA’s decision “no surprise.” read more

Cargolux ‘rejects’ Boeing 747-8F delivery

After months of preparation and two years of delays, Boeing 747-8F launch customer Cargolux renounced delivery of the aircraft three days before the delivery ceremony. read more

FAA temporarily regains authorities after shutdown

In August, Congress passed a bill extending the Federal Aviation Administration’s authorities through September 16, putting an end to a 13-day FAA shutdown that resulted when the original extension wasn’t passed on time. Bill advocates call this latest agreement a victory for the U.S. economy and furloughed aviation employees alike. read more

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