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18 hours ago

Two Southwest Airline planes narrowly avoided a collision in Nashville on Saturday | Fortune

Both of the Southwest pilots involved in this incident over the weekend told the air traffic controller that they received alarms from their collision avoidance systems that directed them to take action with one plane climbing while the other dove to avoid the potential midair collision.
US news
#plane-crash
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Community shocked after judge dismisses charges against driver who killed 3 people | CBC News

Justice Mark Edwards stated that the actions of Baglieri were not criminal, emphasizing that the law does not criminalize conduct simply because a driver made a terrible mistake.
Law
Women in technology
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Passenger drank 'mind-boggling' amount of alcohol before sexually assaulting cabin crew member on Ryanair flight

A woman described her sense of safety as 'completely shattered' after being sexually assaulted while working as cabin crew on a Ryanair flight.
fromTravel + Leisure
4 days ago

This Is Why You Should Always Take a Picture of Your Checked Bag, According to Travel Experts and Frequent Fliers

"We always recommend that clients photograph their luggage before a trip, including the exterior of the bag, the luggage tag, and the contents inside," Rob Merlin, a travel advisor at SmartFlyer, stated. This practice not only aids in identification but also provides peace of mind and serves as evidence for insurance purposes in case of loss or damage.
Photography
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
5 days ago

Wind Gust Likely Triggered Fatal Swiss Gondola Crash, Investigators Say - SnowBrains

A sudden gust of wind likely caused the fatal gondola accident on the Titlis Xpress lift, leading to a collision with a support tower.
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Florida surgeon charged with killing man after removing liver instead of spleen

The liver Shaknovsky removed was over 2,100 grams, measuring about 23 by 19 by 11 centimeters. An enlarged spleen is at most 500 grams and only up to 20 cm long, the health department noted.
Medicine
#aviation
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
Travel

Bird Strikes Mid-flight Are More Common Than You Think-Here's What Pilots Want You to Know

Pilots frequently encounter bird strikes, which can compromise safety and cause significant damage to aircraft.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago
Canada news

Some Big Questions Here': CNN's Aviation Expert Says a Comms Review of LaGuardia Crash Will Be Crucial

The crash at LaGuardia raised serious concerns about communication breakdowns between air traffic control and emergency responders.
Humor
fromDefector
5 days ago

"Strong Fish Smell In Cabin," And Other Pilot-To-Ground Texts | Defector

Pilots are skilled professionals who use technology like ACARS for communication and reporting during flights.
US news
fromABC11 Raleigh-Durham
3 days ago

New video shows close call between plane, vehicle at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

An American Airlines pilot had to stop abruptly at Charlotte Douglas International Airport to avoid a collision with a vehicle on the taxiway.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Some Big Questions Here': CNN's Aviation Expert Says a Comms Review of LaGuardia Crash Will Be Crucial

The crash at LaGuardia raised serious concerns about communication breakdowns between air traffic control and emergency responders.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

One dead after paramotor crashes on South Coast

Gary Williams, a 63-year-old man from Cranston, Rhode Island, was found about 15 to 20 feet away from the paramotor with life-threatening injuries after the crash.
Boston
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Drunk Ryanair passenger jailed after forcing pilot to abort landing

A man was jailed for 10 months for aggressive behavior on a Ryanair flight, forcing the pilot to abort landing due to safety concerns.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Misconduct inquiry over fatal schoolgirl crash

Eleven Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation for their handling of a crash inquiry that killed two schoolgirls in Wimbledon.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Police watchdog investigates handling of inquiry into Wimbledon crash that killed two schoolgirls

The complaints relate to concerns about the standard of the investigation, including its management and direction, the conduct of the investigation team, and their engagement with the victims.
London politics
#aviation-safety
Austin
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
Los Angeles
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

America's most dangerous airport runways MAPPED after LaGuardia crash

Federal officials have identified 291 high-risk runway 'hot spots' across U.S. airports, increasing the likelihood of runway incursions and near-collisions.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

NTSB: Flight instructor in fatal Mass. plane crash had 'do not fly' meds in system

A flight instructor involved in a fatal 2024 Western Massachusetts plane crash had FAA-prohibited medications in his system that likely impaired his ability to control the aircraft during a stall.
Austin
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
Los Angeles
fromMail Online
4 weeks ago

America's most dangerous airport runways MAPPED after LaGuardia crash

Federal officials have identified 291 high-risk runway 'hot spots' across U.S. airports, increasing the likelihood of runway incursions and near-collisions.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

NTSB: Flight instructor in fatal Mass. plane crash had 'do not fly' meds in system

A flight instructor involved in a fatal 2024 Western Massachusetts plane crash had FAA-prohibited medications in his system that likely impaired his ability to control the aircraft during a stall.
#helicopter-crash
Canada news
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

New details from federal investigators reveal how the deadly crash at LaGuardia Airport unfolded

A key safety alert failed to activate before the fatal Air Canada crash due to a truck lacking a transponder.
#laguardia-airport
fromNewsday
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

What to know about the safety system that failed to prevent the deadly runway collision at LaGuardia

NYC parents
fromNewsday
3 weeks ago

What to know about the safety system that failed to prevent the deadly runway collision at LaGuardia

Ground collision prevention systems at LaGuardia Airport failed, leading to a crash involving an Air Canada jet and a fire truck.
US news
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NTSB flags missing transponder, tower staffing in LaGuardia crash

The runway collision at LaGuardia involved a fire truck without a transponder and insufficient air traffic controller staffing, leading to two pilot fatalities.
Canada news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

What we know about the LaGuardia Airport crash

Two pilots died after a plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, injuring 41 others, with an investigation underway.
#air-canada
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Canada news

Bodies of pilots who died in collision at LaGuardia Airport being repatriated to Canada | CBC News

fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
US news

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Canada news

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

WATCH: Harrowing New Video Shows Moment Air Canada Flight Plowed Into Emergency Truck Killing Pilots

An Air Canada plane crashed into an emergency vehicle at LaGuardia airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

USDOT says LaGuardia Airport is well staffed following fatal collision that left two pilots dead; investigation continues

An Air Canada Express plane crashed into a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots and prompting a federal investigation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 weeks ago
Canada news

Bodies of pilots who died in collision at LaGuardia Airport being repatriated to Canada | CBC News

fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
US news

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Canada news
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Passengers acted quickly to escape an Air Canada jet after a collision with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

WATCH: Harrowing New Video Shows Moment Air Canada Flight Plowed Into Emergency Truck Killing Pilots

An Air Canada plane crashed into an emergency vehicle at LaGuardia airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
4 weeks ago

USDOT says LaGuardia Airport is well staffed following fatal collision that left two pilots dead; investigation continues

An Air Canada Express plane crashed into a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots and prompting a federal investigation.
Medicine
fromSocial Media Explorer
3 weeks ago

How Truck Accident Injuries Are Evaluated for Compensation - Social Media Explorer

Truck accidents can cause severe physical and psychological injuries, necessitating comprehensive medical care and accurate documentation for treatment and legal processes.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

An air traffic controller was juggling extra roles during the LaGuardia plane crash

NTSB raises concerns about staffing procedures related to the LaGuardia plane crash, highlighting systemic issues in air traffic control.
#air-traffic-control
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Investigator Sent to Deadly LaGuardia Crash Was Stuck in TSA Line for Three Hours NTSB Had to Beg' to Let Her Through

Long TSA security lines delayed investigators responding to a deadly runway crash at LaGuardia Airport, highlighting systemic issues in aviation.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Man convicted in shooting that could have caused LAPD helicopter crash

If that shot had just been a little bit further down, that aircraft would have fallen. A pilot and tactical officer were onboard the aircraft, which was hovering over a densely populated area at the time. The impact almost caused severe damage to the systems allowing the pilot to control the aircraft.
Los Angeles
#dangerous-driving
Miscellaneous
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

'Top Gun' pilot settles lawsuit over woman's death at Calif. beach party

A stunt pilot settled a wrongful death lawsuit after a woman drowned during an ATV accident at a Burning Man-style beach party he hosted in California in 2020.
#aviation-accident
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Crash survivors share horrors a year after plane crashed, flipped at Toronto's Pearson airport | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Canada news

Crash survivors share horrors a year after plane crashed, flipped at Toronto's Pearson airport | CBC News

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fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Firm-Owned Plane Crash Leaves No Survivors; Founder's Wife, An Attorney, Among Deceased - Above the Law

A private plane linked to Houston law firm Arnold & Itkin crashed during takeoff in Bangor, Maine, killing all aboard including Tara Arnold.
US news
fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
1 month ago

Navy says human error caused California jet crash

A Navy E/A-18G Growler crashed into San Diego Bay in February 2025 due to pilot error during landing, resulting in a $109 million loss, though both crew members survived with minor injuries.
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