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No injuries reported after bullet strikes Southwest Airlines plane at Dallas airport, airline says

A Southwest Airlines flight was canceled after a bullet struck the aircraft while taxiing, but no injuries were reported.

Flight crews in Europe are voicing concerns about Middle East routes. Here's why

Pilot's concerns highlight tensions in the European airline industry's risk assessments amid escalating Middle East conflicts.

No injuries reported after bullet strikes Southwest Airlines plane at Dallas airport, airline says

A Southwest Airlines flight was canceled after a bullet struck the aircraft while taxiing, but no injuries were reported.

Flight crews in Europe are voicing concerns about Middle East routes. Here's why

Pilot's concerns highlight tensions in the European airline industry's risk assessments amid escalating Middle East conflicts.
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12 surprising carry-on items you're not allowed to take through airport security

TSA regulations restrict specific items like snow globes and Christmas crackers due to safety concerns during flights.
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International Delta flight to Rome diverted back to Boston after being struck by lightning: FAA

Delta Air Lines flight to Rome struck by lightning, safely returns to Boston.

FAA Temporarily Bans U.S. Airlines from Flying to Haiti After Gunfire Incidents There

The FAA has banned U.S. airlines from flying to Haiti due to safety concerns after gunfire incidents involving commercial jets.
The ban is a response to multiple aircraft being struck and reflects serious security instability in Haiti.

The FAA Is Opening a New Review of Safety at Boeing

The FAA is conducting a review of Boeing's safety practices to enhance oversight and address ongoing safety culture concerns.

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to step down at end of year amid plane-maker's woes | CBC News

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun and Board chair Larry Kellner stepping down
Company under intense scrutiny by FAA due to recent mishaps

'Everything was rushing out': Riverside couple describe harrowing midair blowout on Alaska Flight 1282

The FAA has announced that Boeing 737 Max 9 planes will be allowed to fly again following an inspection and maintenance process.
The National Transportation Safety Board investigation into the midair cabin panel blowout is ongoing.

International Delta flight to Rome diverted back to Boston after being struck by lightning: FAA

Delta Air Lines flight to Rome struck by lightning, safely returns to Boston.

FAA Temporarily Bans U.S. Airlines from Flying to Haiti After Gunfire Incidents There

The FAA has banned U.S. airlines from flying to Haiti due to safety concerns after gunfire incidents involving commercial jets.
The ban is a response to multiple aircraft being struck and reflects serious security instability in Haiti.

The FAA Is Opening a New Review of Safety at Boeing

The FAA is conducting a review of Boeing's safety practices to enhance oversight and address ongoing safety culture concerns.

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to step down at end of year amid plane-maker's woes | CBC News

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun and Board chair Larry Kellner stepping down
Company under intense scrutiny by FAA due to recent mishaps

'Everything was rushing out': Riverside couple describe harrowing midair blowout on Alaska Flight 1282

The FAA has announced that Boeing 737 Max 9 planes will be allowed to fly again following an inspection and maintenance process.
The National Transportation Safety Board investigation into the midair cabin panel blowout is ongoing.
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Deaf and non-verbal man 'viciously' attacked while sleeping on United flight out of SFO: witness

Random mid-air attack on a deaf passenger shocks United Airlines flight.

British Airways 'MAGA hat brawl': Two women removed from flight after 'fighting over Trump hat' at Heathrow

Tensions over political symbols can escalate unexpectedly, resulting in serious altercations in public settings.

Man avoids jail for drunkenly abusing crew on flight to Gatwick after drinking champagne in airport lounge

A finance worker was sentenced to community service for assaulting crew and passengers while drunk on a flight from Mallorca to Gatwick.
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300 Boeing planes could have potentially fatal fault

The incident involving Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 losing a door plug highlighted issues with Boeing's quality control and safety protocols.

Federal Judge Questions Justice Department on Boeing Guilty Plea

The federal judge is considering Boeing's plea deal amid concerns about accountability for the tragic crashes of 737 Max jets.

A key Boeing mechanic who worked on 737 Max doors was on vacation on 2 critical days before the Alaska Airlines blowout

A veteran Boeing mechanic's absence during crucial maintenance on an Alaska Airlines flight raised significant safety concerns regarding training and quality checks.

United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Medford loses panel

United Airlines facing series of mishaps with its aircraft, including missing external panel and hydraulic leaks.
Safety concerns raised as multiple incidents involving United Airlines flights from San Francisco International Airport have occurred recently.

300 Boeing planes could have potentially fatal fault

The incident involving Alaska Airlines Flight 1282 losing a door plug highlighted issues with Boeing's quality control and safety protocols.

Federal Judge Questions Justice Department on Boeing Guilty Plea

The federal judge is considering Boeing's plea deal amid concerns about accountability for the tragic crashes of 737 Max jets.

A key Boeing mechanic who worked on 737 Max doors was on vacation on 2 critical days before the Alaska Airlines blowout

A veteran Boeing mechanic's absence during crucial maintenance on an Alaska Airlines flight raised significant safety concerns regarding training and quality checks.

United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Medford loses panel

United Airlines facing series of mishaps with its aircraft, including missing external panel and hydraulic leaks.
Safety concerns raised as multiple incidents involving United Airlines flights from San Francisco International Airport have occurred recently.
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Commercial Airline Pilot Dies Mid-Flight, Forcing Emergency Landing in New York

An Airbus from Seattle to Istanbul made an emergency landing at JFK after the pilot died mid-flight.

An Airbus A380 flying to London turned back when the powerful scent of laundry detergent made people feel sick and dizzy

A British Airways A380 made an emergency landing in Boston after an overpowering smell of laundry detergent filled the plane.

Commercial Airline Pilot Dies Mid-Flight, Forcing Emergency Landing in New York

An Airbus from Seattle to Istanbul made an emergency landing at JFK after the pilot died mid-flight.

An Airbus A380 flying to London turned back when the powerful scent of laundry detergent made people feel sick and dizzy

A British Airways A380 made an emergency landing in Boston after an overpowering smell of laundry detergent filled the plane.
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Urgent warning to Boeing operators: Your rudders may be faulty

Potential safety risks identified for Boeing 737 rudder components affecting over 40 foreign airlines, prompting urgent NTSB safety recommendations.
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An American Airlines passenger is suing, saying she was burned by a coffee pot that fell into her lap from a trolley during turbulence

Passengers are increasingly facing severe injuries due to turbulence-related incidents during flights, resulting in lawsuits and significant safety concerns.

JetBlue passenger suffered 'life-changing' head injury after hard landing: lawsuit

JetBlue passenger claims life-changing injuries due to brake failure during landing, leading to a lawsuit against the airline for negligence.

An American Airlines passenger is suing, saying she was burned by a coffee pot that fell into her lap from a trolley during turbulence

Passengers are increasingly facing severe injuries due to turbulence-related incidents during flights, resulting in lawsuits and significant safety concerns.

JetBlue passenger suffered 'life-changing' head injury after hard landing: lawsuit

JetBlue passenger claims life-changing injuries due to brake failure during landing, leading to a lawsuit against the airline for negligence.
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East Bay man arrested after allegedly assaulting flight attendants after takeoff

A man was arrested for assaulting flight attendants on a Frontier Airlines flight, causing a diversion and leading to serious federal charges.

Cathay Pacific grounds A350 fleet after engine failure DW 09/03/2024

Cathay Pacific is inspecting all Airbus A350 planes after a Rolls-Royce engine malfunction, ensuring passenger safety as a priority.

British Airways cancels flights from UK to Israel due to an 'escalating situation' in Middle East - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Escalating tensions in the Middle East have led airlines to suspend flights to Israel, prioritizing passenger safety.

This Adorable Pokemon In-Flight Safety Video Is Super-Effective At Grabbing Your Attention

All Nippon Airways has created a captivating safety video featuring Pokemon characters to engage passengers on airline safety protocols.
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Passenger to Boston facing child porn charges after fellow flyer spots pics on his phone

A man faces child pornography charges after watching disturbing content on a flight, highlighting vigilance in reporting suspicious behavior.

One person dies after severe turbulence on London to Singapore flight

One passenger died and over 30 were injured in severe turbulence during a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore.

There's usually no need to panic when planes make emergency landings. Here's why

Major U.S. airlines maintain remarkable safety streak with no fatal crashes in 15 years.

Southwest Boeing 737's engine cover falls off prompting FAA investigation

Engine cover fell off a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-800 during takeoff in Denver, prompting an FAA investigation.
No injuries were reported, and the flight returned safely after losing the engine cowling, with passengers eventually reaching their destination.

A United Airlines plane external panel discovered missing after Oregon flight

Airport personnel discovered a missing section of a United Airlines aircraft during a routine inspection in Southern Oregon.
The flight landed safely, but the missing part caused delays and eventual cancellation of the connecting flight to Denver.

U.S. aviation agency probing whether bolts were missing in Alaska Airlines door panel blowout | CBC News

Federal investigators are looking into whether missing bolts caused a door panel to fly off an Alaska Airlines jetliner during a flight.
Alaska and United Airlines have reported finding loose parts in the panels or door plugs of other Boeing 737 Max 9 jets.
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