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fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
San Francisco

2 passengers were injured when United Airlines pilots responded to an inflight collision warning

United Airlines flight experienced a midair collision alert, resulting in two passengers being taken to the hospital for injuries.
fromsfist.com
12 hours ago
Manchester United

United Airlines Jet Clips Wing of Another at SFO, Emergency Crews Respond

A United Airlines plane at San Francisco International Airport clipped another plane's wing while pushing back, but no injuries were reported.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago
Chicago Blackhawks

United flight makes emergency landing after apparent rabbit strike, video shows engine fire

A rabbit caused a wildlife strike on a United Airlines flight, leading to engine malfunctions and passenger panic.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
San Francisco

2 passengers were injured when United Airlines pilots responded to an inflight collision warning

United Airlines flight experienced a midair collision alert, resulting in two passengers being taken to the hospital for injuries.
fromsfist.com
12 hours ago
Manchester United

United Airlines Jet Clips Wing of Another at SFO, Emergency Crews Respond

A United Airlines plane at San Francisco International Airport clipped another plane's wing while pushing back, but no injuries were reported.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago
Chicago Blackhawks

United flight makes emergency landing after apparent rabbit strike, video shows engine fire

A rabbit caused a wildlife strike on a United Airlines flight, leading to engine malfunctions and passenger panic.
more#united-airlines
#emergency-landing
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

American Airlines flight from LaGuardia makes emergency landing at JFK after bird damages engine: 'I thought I was gonna die'

Passengers experienced fear for their lives after a bird strike caused an emergency landing of American Airlines flight.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Boston food

British Airways flight with 'fumes in the cabin' makes emergency landing in Boston after striking a bird

A British Airways flight from Washington to London made an emergency landing in Boston due to a bird strike.
The incident reported fumes in the cabin, prompting immediate action.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Qantas flight makes emergency landing at Sydney airport after engine failure, sparking grass fire near runway

A Qantas flight had to return to Sydney due to an engine failure, resulting in a grass fire, but landed safely with no injuries reported.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Air Canada flight from Toronto to Las Vegas makes emergency landing after smoke reported in cockpit | CBC News

Air Canada flight diverted to Iowa due to cockpit smoke, landing safely, and passengers transferred to another plane.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Alaska Airlines jet lands safely at LAX after losing tire on takeoff from D.C.

Alaska Airlines Flight 309 landed safely at LAX after losing a tire on takeoff, with no injuries reported among passengers.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

American Airlines flight from LaGuardia makes emergency landing at JFK after bird damages engine: 'I thought I was gonna die'

Passengers experienced fear for their lives after a bird strike caused an emergency landing of American Airlines flight.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Boston food

British Airways flight with 'fumes in the cabin' makes emergency landing in Boston after striking a bird

A British Airways flight from Washington to London made an emergency landing in Boston due to a bird strike.
The incident reported fumes in the cabin, prompting immediate action.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Qantas flight makes emergency landing at Sydney airport after engine failure, sparking grass fire near runway

A Qantas flight had to return to Sydney due to an engine failure, resulting in a grass fire, but landed safely with no injuries reported.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Canada news

Air Canada flight from Toronto to Las Vegas makes emergency landing after smoke reported in cockpit | CBC News

Air Canada flight diverted to Iowa due to cockpit smoke, landing safely, and passengers transferred to another plane.
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Alaska Airlines jet lands safely at LAX after losing tire on takeoff from D.C.

Alaska Airlines Flight 309 landed safely at LAX after losing a tire on takeoff, with no injuries reported among passengers.
more#emergency-landing
#delta-air-lines
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Atlanta Falcons

Video: Delta Plane Engine Fire Prompts Passengers to Evacuate on Slides in Orlando

Delta Air Lines flight 1213 experienced an engine fire, leading to an emergency evacuation with no injuries reported.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Delta flight crashes at Toronto airport

All passengers and crew were safe after a Delta flight crashed in Toronto.
The crash raises new concerns about flight safety protocols.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

It happened again: Delta passengers endured a 5-hour flight to nowhere, ending up back at JFK

Safety protocols led to Delta's Boeing 767 returning to JFK after a potential engine issue, causing significant delays for passengers.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
Boston

A Delta flight to Paris turned back to Boston after crew fell ill when a strange odor filled the cabin

A Delta flight returned to Boston after a strange odor made crew members ill.
Safety protocols were followed by the Delta crew to ensure passenger safety.
Atlanta Falcons
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Video: Delta Plane Engine Fire Prompts Passengers to Evacuate on Slides in Orlando

Delta Air Lines flight 1213 experienced an engine fire, leading to an emergency evacuation with no injuries reported.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Delta flight crashes at Toronto airport

All passengers and crew were safe after a Delta flight crashed in Toronto.
The crash raises new concerns about flight safety protocols.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

It happened again: Delta passengers endured a 5-hour flight to nowhere, ending up back at JFK

Safety protocols led to Delta's Boeing 767 returning to JFK after a potential engine issue, causing significant delays for passengers.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
Boston

A Delta flight to Paris turned back to Boston after crew fell ill when a strange odor filled the cabin

A Delta flight returned to Boston after a strange odor made crew members ill.
Safety protocols were followed by the Delta crew to ensure passenger safety.
more#delta-air-lines
#air-travel
Canada news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Delta plane crash latest: Airline offers $30K to passengers with 'no strings attached'

Extreme weather conditions leading to significant snowfall may have affected flight operations leading up to Delta Flight 4819's crash.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

As winter storms strike, airlines scramble to de-ice planes and keep them flying

De-icing is a critical safety process for airlines during winter storms, causing significant delays yet necessary to ensure safe takeoffs.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Law

Frontier Airlines passenger who punched window and was restrained by crew and other fliers is charged

Unruly passenger Raul Ramos Tamayo could face prison after damaging aircraft midflight.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Smoke billows on LAX runway after flight aborts takeoff over 'unstable nose wheel'

Hawaiian Airlines flight safely aborted takeoff due to an unstable nose wheel, prompting FAA investigation.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Code Red! Crew members using these cryptic phrases during a flight could mean something is very wrong

Flight attendants use specific code words to discreetly communicate emergencies during flights without alarming passengers.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 years ago
Food & drink

When Is It Okay to Press the Flight Attendant Call Button?

The call button should be used for emergencies, not just snack requests.
Canada news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Delta plane crash latest: Airline offers $30K to passengers with 'no strings attached'

Extreme weather conditions leading to significant snowfall may have affected flight operations leading up to Delta Flight 4819's crash.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

As winter storms strike, airlines scramble to de-ice planes and keep them flying

De-icing is a critical safety process for airlines during winter storms, causing significant delays yet necessary to ensure safe takeoffs.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Law

Frontier Airlines passenger who punched window and was restrained by crew and other fliers is charged

Unruly passenger Raul Ramos Tamayo could face prison after damaging aircraft midflight.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Smoke billows on LAX runway after flight aborts takeoff over 'unstable nose wheel'

Hawaiian Airlines flight safely aborted takeoff due to an unstable nose wheel, prompting FAA investigation.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Code Red! Crew members using these cryptic phrases during a flight could mean something is very wrong

Flight attendants use specific code words to discreetly communicate emergencies during flights without alarming passengers.
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 years ago
Food & drink

When Is It Okay to Press the Flight Attendant Call Button?

The call button should be used for emergencies, not just snack requests.
more#air-travel
#passenger-behavior
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ryanair calls for limit of two alcoholic drinks at airports in Europe

Ryanair advocates for limiting airport alcohol sales to improve flight safety.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
Gadgets

Am I the Asshole if I Don't Put My Phone on Airplane Mode?

Many passengers ignore airplane mode despite warnings, questioning its necessity.
Airplane mode is primarily for minimizing interference with cockpit communication during flights.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ryanair calls for limit of two alcoholic drinks at airports in Europe

Ryanair advocates for limiting airport alcohol sales to improve flight safety.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
Gadgets

Am I the Asshole if I Don't Put My Phone on Airplane Mode?

Many passengers ignore airplane mode despite warnings, questioning its necessity.
Airplane mode is primarily for minimizing interference with cockpit communication during flights.
more#passenger-behavior
#ntsb
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Canada news

Issue behind Boeing blowout should've been caught years before' regulator

The NTSB deems the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 incident as entirely avoidable, attributing it to Boeing's failure to address unauthorized production work.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Hudson River helicopter crash: Doomed tourist chopper did not have a black box; some wreckage still not recovered | amNewYork

The helicopter crash into the Hudson River lacked flight recorders, complicating the investigation.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
Canada news

Issue behind Boeing blowout should've been caught years before' regulator

The NTSB deems the Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 incident as entirely avoidable, attributing it to Boeing's failure to address unauthorized production work.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Hudson River helicopter crash: Doomed tourist chopper did not have a black box; some wreckage still not recovered | amNewYork

The helicopter crash into the Hudson River lacked flight recorders, complicating the investigation.
more#ntsb
#airport-security
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Gunfire hit a Southwest Airlines plane as it prepared for takeoff in Dallas

A Southwest Airlines flight was hit by gunfire at Dallas Love Field Airport, but no injuries were reported.
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
UK news

Drunk passenger arrested at airport after being booted from plane, punching wall outside gate

A 37-year-old man was arrested at Perth Airport for aggressive behavior linked to intoxication.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Gunfire hit a Southwest Airlines plane as it prepared for takeoff in Dallas

A Southwest Airlines flight was hit by gunfire at Dallas Love Field Airport, but no injuries were reported.
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
UK news

Drunk passenger arrested at airport after being booted from plane, punching wall outside gate

A 37-year-old man was arrested at Perth Airport for aggressive behavior linked to intoxication.
more#airport-security
#aviation
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A Passenger Jet Flips and Burns, but Tragedy Is Averted This Time

Delta Flight 4819 crashed upon landing, with all passengers surviving despite injuries, thanks to swift action from crew and fellow travelers.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Latest radar evidence suggests Black Hawk in DC disaster was flying too high, but NTSB wants more proof

The Army helicopter was reportedly flying at 300 feet during its collision with American Airlines Flight 5342, violating altitude restrictions.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

These Were the Most Turbulent Flight Routes in 2024, According to New Study

Certain flight routes experience more turbulence, impacting passenger comfort and safety.
The Albuquerque to Denver route has been identified as the most turbulent in the U.S.
fromThe Tablet
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pilot of Fatal DC Crash Remembered in Brooklyn: 'He Will Never Be Forgotten' - The Tablet

Jonathan Campos, a passionate pilot, was honored at a heartfelt funeral following the tragic midair collision that claimed his life and others.
fromFlowingData
3 months ago
Business intelligence

Mapping the American Airlines and Army helicopter collision

The exact cause of the collision over the Potomac remains undetermined despite standard flight patterns.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Science

SpaceX's fiery Starship explosion put on a fantastic show but delayed and diverted flights

The SpaceX Starship explosion caused colorful debris fallout and resulted in flight delays as a precaution.
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

A Passenger Jet Flips and Burns, but Tragedy Is Averted This Time

Delta Flight 4819 crashed upon landing, with all passengers surviving despite injuries, thanks to swift action from crew and fellow travelers.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Latest radar evidence suggests Black Hawk in DC disaster was flying too high, but NTSB wants more proof

The Army helicopter was reportedly flying at 300 feet during its collision with American Airlines Flight 5342, violating altitude restrictions.
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

These Were the Most Turbulent Flight Routes in 2024, According to New Study

Certain flight routes experience more turbulence, impacting passenger comfort and safety.
The Albuquerque to Denver route has been identified as the most turbulent in the U.S.
fromThe Tablet
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Pilot of Fatal DC Crash Remembered in Brooklyn: 'He Will Never Be Forgotten' - The Tablet

Jonathan Campos, a passionate pilot, was honored at a heartfelt funeral following the tragic midair collision that claimed his life and others.
fromFlowingData
3 months ago
Business intelligence

Mapping the American Airlines and Army helicopter collision

The exact cause of the collision over the Potomac remains undetermined despite standard flight patterns.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago
Science

SpaceX's fiery Starship explosion put on a fantastic show but delayed and diverted flights

The SpaceX Starship explosion caused colorful debris fallout and resulted in flight delays as a precaution.
more#aviation
#delta-airlines
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Imagine the Terror': CNN Reporter Explains How Delta Flight Landed Upside Down Completely Dark And On Fire'

Efforts of emergency services and the crew were crucial in safely evacuating passengers from a Delta flight that crash-landed in Toronto.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man detained after reportedly biting and striking other passengers on flight bound for LAX

A man was detained on a Delta flight for allegedly assaulting fellow passengers, highlighting ongoing issues with unruly behavior on flights.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Venture

Delta plane wing hits runway during botched landing at NYC's LaGuardia Airport

A Delta Airlines flight's wing struck the runway during an unsteady landing, but all 80 passengers disembarked safely.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Imagine the Terror': CNN Reporter Explains How Delta Flight Landed Upside Down Completely Dark And On Fire'

Efforts of emergency services and the crew were crucial in safely evacuating passengers from a Delta flight that crash-landed in Toronto.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Man detained after reportedly biting and striking other passengers on flight bound for LAX

A man was detained on a Delta flight for allegedly assaulting fellow passengers, highlighting ongoing issues with unruly behavior on flights.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Venture

Delta plane wing hits runway during botched landing at NYC's LaGuardia Airport

A Delta Airlines flight's wing struck the runway during an unsteady landing, but all 80 passengers disembarked safely.
more#delta-airlines
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Future flight attendants learn critical evacuation skills on aircraft at Fanshawe College | CBC News

Flight attendant training is crucial, rigorous, and key to ensuring passenger safety during emergencies.
#aviation-incident
Chicago
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Southwest flight lands safely after close call at Chicago Midway Airport, airline says

A Southwest Airlines flight had to perform a precautionary go-around to safely avoid a conflict with another aircraft during landing.
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Delta Offers $30,000 to Passengers on Plane That Crashed in Toronto

Delta Air Lines offers $30,000 to passengers of Flight 4819 after the crash, ensuring no negative impact on their rights.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Arts

NPR host Adrian Ma remembers his girlfriend who died in D.C. plane crash

Adrian Ma's girlfriend was on an American Airlines flight that collided with a military helicopter, resulting in no survivors.
fromAxios
4 months ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

What to know about the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash and Russia's possible role in it

The crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines flight may have been caused by a Russian air-defense missile, reminiscent of previous downed flights.
Investigations reveal an oxygen cylinder explosion might have preceded the crash.
Chicago
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Southwest flight lands safely after close call at Chicago Midway Airport, airline says

A Southwest Airlines flight had to perform a precautionary go-around to safely avoid a conflict with another aircraft during landing.
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Delta Offers $30,000 to Passengers on Plane That Crashed in Toronto

Delta Air Lines offers $30,000 to passengers of Flight 4819 after the crash, ensuring no negative impact on their rights.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
Arts

NPR host Adrian Ma remembers his girlfriend who died in D.C. plane crash

Adrian Ma's girlfriend was on an American Airlines flight that collided with a military helicopter, resulting in no survivors.
fromAxios
4 months ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

What to know about the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash and Russia's possible role in it

The crash of the Azerbaijan Airlines flight may have been caused by a Russian air-defense missile, reminiscent of previous downed flights.
Investigations reveal an oxygen cylinder explosion might have preceded the crash.
more#aviation-incident
#aviation-safety
Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

What You Need to Know About the Major Plane Crashes of 2025

A string of fatal aviation accidents in 2025 has raised flight safety concerns and led to scrutiny of U.S. aviation regulators.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fear of Flying Is Different Now

Concerns about planes may be misplaced; air traffic systems pose greater risks than aircraft malfunctions.
Recent midair collision in D.C. highlights safety vulnerabilities in airspace management.
Los Angeles
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

What You Need to Know About the Major Plane Crashes of 2025

A string of fatal aviation accidents in 2025 has raised flight safety concerns and led to scrutiny of U.S. aviation regulators.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Fear of Flying Is Different Now

Concerns about planes may be misplaced; air traffic systems pose greater risks than aircraft malfunctions.
Recent midair collision in D.C. highlights safety vulnerabilities in airspace management.
more#aviation-safety
#travel-tips
fromMiami Herald
6 months ago
Science

Will Hurricane Milton cancel your Florida flight? Here's how to keep track in the storm

Hurricane Milton may cause significant flight disruptions across Florida, similar to Hurricane Helene.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The One Place You Should Never Keep Your Water Bottle On A Plane - Tasting Table

Never place water bottles in overhead bins on flights to prevent leaks that can damage passengers' belongings.
fromMiami Herald
6 months ago
Science

Will Hurricane Milton cancel your Florida flight? Here's how to keep track in the storm

Hurricane Milton may cause significant flight disruptions across Florida, similar to Hurricane Helene.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

The One Place You Should Never Keep Your Water Bottle On A Plane - Tasting Table

Never place water bottles in overhead bins on flights to prevent leaks that can damage passengers' belongings.
more#travel-tips
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Science

Air traffic controllers rush to divert aircraft after Elon Musk's rocket explodes

SpaceX's Starship rocket explosion led to airspace chaos in the Caribbean, prompting flight diversions due to perceived dangers from falling debris.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Passengers Say Turkish Airlines Flights Have Bedbugs

Passengers on Turkish Airlines flights have reported multiple encounters with bedbugs, raising concerns about sanitation and airline response.
#boeing-737-800
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Deadly South Korean plane crash sparks investigation and safety checks

Preliminary findings point to control system and landing gear deployment issues as potential crash causes.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Boeing 737 model in the South Korea crash has a stellar safety record - and is flown by nearly every airline in the world

The Boeing 737-800, despite recent crashes, demonstrates a strong safety record and has low fatalities compared to its operational history.
Miscellaneous
fromeuronews
4 months ago

Deadly South Korean plane crash sparks investigation and safety checks

Preliminary findings point to control system and landing gear deployment issues as potential crash causes.
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Boeing 737 model in the South Korea crash has a stellar safety record - and is flown by nearly every airline in the world

The Boeing 737-800, despite recent crashes, demonstrates a strong safety record and has low fatalities compared to its operational history.
more#boeing-737-800
fromWashington Post
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Azerbaijan Airlines says plane crash caused by 'external' interference

The Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash is linked to external interference, prompting flight suspensions and raising safety concerns regarding Russian airspace. It needs further investigation.
Miscellaneous
fromMail Online
4 months ago

Here's the real reason smartphones need to be on Airplane Mode

Smartphones can interfere with pilots' communication systems when not on Airplane Mode, causing distractions and potential issues during flight operations.
#southwest-airlines
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US news

Bullet Hits Southwest Plane at Dallas Love Field Airport

A Southwest Airlines jet was struck by a bullet during takeoff preparations, but no injuries were reported and the flight was delayed.
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago
US news

Soda cans are exploding on Southwest flights due to sky-high temperatures

High summer temperatures causing beverage cans to burst midair on Southwest Airlines flights, leading to injuries and operational adjustments.
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Southwest Will Be Ending Its In-flight Service Earlier - Here's Why

Southwest Airlines raises landing preparation altitude to 18,000 feet to enhance passenger safety and reduce turbulence-related injuries.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
US news

Bullet Hits Southwest Plane at Dallas Love Field Airport

A Southwest Airlines jet was struck by a bullet during takeoff preparations, but no injuries were reported and the flight was delayed.
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago
US news

Soda cans are exploding on Southwest flights due to sky-high temperatures

High summer temperatures causing beverage cans to burst midair on Southwest Airlines flights, leading to injuries and operational adjustments.
fromTravel + Leisure
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Southwest Will Be Ending Its In-flight Service Earlier - Here's Why

Southwest Airlines raises landing preparation altitude to 18,000 feet to enhance passenger safety and reduce turbulence-related injuries.
more#southwest-airlines
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Commercial plane had 'near miss' with UFO near NY, Pentagon report reveals

The Pentagon's report revealed a significant rise in UFO sightings, including a near miss with a commercial plane near New York.
#haiti
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

Spirit Airlines flight shot while landing in Haiti in gang-related violence, officials say

A Spirit Airlines flight was hit by gunfire in Haiti but landed safely in the Dominican Republic, highlighting severe safety risks in the region.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Airlines are suspending flights to Haiti after a Spirit plane was hit by gunfire

Flights to Haiti were suspended after Spirit Airlines and JetBlue planes were hit by gunfire during operations, prioritizing passenger safety.
fromAxios
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Spirit Airlines plane hit by gunfire while trying to land in Haiti

Two U.S. airlines confirmed their planes were shot at in Port-au-Prince, resulting in minor injuries and flight suspensions due to violence.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

Spirit Airlines flight shot while landing in Haiti in gang-related violence, officials say

A Spirit Airlines flight was hit by gunfire in Haiti but landed safely in the Dominican Republic, highlighting severe safety risks in the region.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Airlines are suspending flights to Haiti after a Spirit plane was hit by gunfire

Flights to Haiti were suspended after Spirit Airlines and JetBlue planes were hit by gunfire during operations, prioritizing passenger safety.
fromAxios
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Spirit Airlines plane hit by gunfire while trying to land in Haiti

Two U.S. airlines confirmed their planes were shot at in Port-au-Prince, resulting in minor injuries and flight suspensions due to violence.
more#haiti
#airline-incident
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
New York City

A pilot on the Alaska Airlines blowout flight said she didn't know there was a hole in the 737 Max until it landed - and feared passengers had died

Emily Wiprud, first officer on Alaska Airlines flight, believed passengers died due to injuries during a severe decompression incident until she learned otherwise post-landing.
fromsfist.com
6 months ago
Science

FBI Investigating Unprovoked, Violent Assault on Sleeping Man Onboard United Flight Out of SFO

A violent, unprovoked assault occurred on a United flight, leading to an FBI investigation into the assailant's actions.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
New York City

A pilot on the Alaska Airlines blowout flight said she didn't know there was a hole in the 737 Max until it landed - and feared passengers had died

Emily Wiprud, first officer on Alaska Airlines flight, believed passengers died due to injuries during a severe decompression incident until she learned otherwise post-landing.
fromsfist.com
6 months ago
Science

FBI Investigating Unprovoked, Violent Assault on Sleeping Man Onboard United Flight Out of SFO

A violent, unprovoked assault occurred on a United flight, leading to an FBI investigation into the assailant's actions.
more#airline-incident
#ryanair
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

A Ryanair Boeing plane caught fire on a runway in Italy while taxiing for takeoff

Both recent incidents involving Ryanair highlight potential maintenance issues that raise safety concerns.
fromIndependent
7 months ago
UK news

'If they take away our Prosecco, what next?' Mixed reactions to Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary's proposed crackdown on boozy behaviour

Limit alcohol consumption to two drinks for passengers to reduce mid-air antisocial behavior and enhance safety.
O'Leary emphasizes the rise in violent incidents on flights as a critical concern.
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ryanair plane makes emergency landing back to Dublin Airport

Ryanair flight FR10 returned to Dublin due to a pressurisation issue, with a replacement flight arranged shortly after. Safety was prioritized.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago

A Ryanair Boeing plane caught fire on a runway in Italy while taxiing for takeoff

Both recent incidents involving Ryanair highlight potential maintenance issues that raise safety concerns.
fromIndependent
7 months ago
UK news

'If they take away our Prosecco, what next?' Mixed reactions to Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary's proposed crackdown on boozy behaviour

Limit alcohol consumption to two drinks for passengers to reduce mid-air antisocial behavior and enhance safety.
O'Leary emphasizes the rise in violent incidents on flights as a critical concern.
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ryanair plane makes emergency landing back to Dublin Airport

Ryanair flight FR10 returned to Dublin due to a pressurisation issue, with a replacement flight arranged shortly after. Safety was prioritized.
more#ryanair
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Lambeth man sentenced for drunkenly abusing crew on flight to Gatwick

Drunken behavior on flights has legal consequences, as demonstrated by Harrison Tilson's community service sentence for assaulting cabin crew.
fromLos Angeles Times
7 months ago
San Francisco

California man arrested after allegedly kicking, trying to choke flight attendants

Air travel incidents involving passenger assaults are taken seriously, leading to federal charges.
The behavior of Charles Salva during the flight was alarming and dangerous, resulting in a diversion and his subsequent arrest.
OMG science
fromtime.com
11 months ago

Drinking On Planes Could Be Bad For You, New Study Finds

The combination of alcohol consumption and sleeping in low air pressure conditions on flights can lead to decreased blood oxygen levels and increased heart rates, especially risky for individuals with pre-existing medical conditions.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
10 months ago

The FAA is investigating a new incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 8 jet in midair

A Boeing 737 Max 8 experienced a rare Dutch roll mid-flight but landed safely, prompting an FAA investigation.
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