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- Aviator Daily Briefing — Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 [Weather] Here's a look at weather across the nation today. In the East Coast, New York is looking at light drizzle with a high of 69 and a low of 41. In the Central U.S., Chicago is looking at light drizzle with a high of 63 and a low of 30. In the West Coast, Los Angeles is looking at foggy with a high of 80 and a low of 58. [Today's Top Stories] • ATL TSA Wait Times Spike Amid Shutdown Threats • AerCap Orders 100 Airbus A320neo Aircraft in Largest Deal to Date • Boeing Targets 737 MAX Production Rate of 47 Per Month by Mid-2026 • EU Unveils New Aviation Strategy Targeting Sustainability, Competitiveness • Luke Wippler Elected AOPA Chairman, Succeeding James Hauslein [Details] ATL TSA Wait Times Spike Amid Shutdown Threats Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport faced severe operational disruptions following a partial U.S. Homeland Security Department shutdown, resulting in over 60 flight cancellations and wait times peaking at 113 minutes on March 18, 2026. AerCap Orders 100 Airbus A320neo Aircraft in Largest Deal to Date AerCap placed its largest order ever for 100 Airbus A320neo family aircraft on March 18, with deliveries starting in 2028. The deal includes 23 A320neos and 77 A321neos. Boeing Targets 737 MAX Production Rate of 47 Per Month by Mid-2026 Boeing plans to boost 737 MAX production to 47 aircraft monthly by Q2 2026, up from current 42-jet rate. CEO cites supply chain stability amid 6,000+ order backlog. EU Unveils New Aviation Strategy Targeting Sustainability, Competitiveness European Commission launches groundwork for new EU Aviation Strategy, targeting sustainability and global competitiveness with Q3 2026 adoption. Focus on SAF and zero-emission tech. Luke Wippler Elected AOPA Chairman, Succeeding James Hauslein AOPA elects Luke Wippler as new board chairman, replacing James N. Hauslein. Leadership transition part of broader governance reforms ahead of May annual meeting. You can get the latest aviation news at https://aviatordb.com