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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Baby on board: US woman gives birth on Delta flight

EMTs Tina Fritz and Caarin Powell responded to the emergency, quickly establishing that Blair was in labor and taking action to assist her during the flight.
Portland
fromwww.aljazeera.com
12 hours ago

Plane crashes near South Sudan's Juba, killing all 14 on board

Preliminary reports indicate that the Cessna 208 Caravan may have crashed due to bad weather conditions that caused low visibility, leading to the tragic loss of all 13 onboard.
World news
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 hours ago

Plane diverted to Logan due to unruly passenger

An international flight was diverted to Boston due to an unruly passenger who was later arrested by US Customs.
#laguardia-airport
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Communication breakdown had a role in deadly LaGuardia Airport plane crash: NTSB

A rescue truck entered the runway at LaGuardia Airport, colliding with an Air Canada Express jet due to communication failures and lack of transponders.
NYC parents
fromNewsday
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
Canada news
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Two killed after Air Canada jet strikes fire truck on LaGuardia runway during routine landing - Silicon Canals

A serious incident at LaGuardia Airport involved an Air Canada regional jet colliding with a fire truck, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Communication breakdown had a role in deadly LaGuardia Airport plane crash: NTSB

A rescue truck entered the runway at LaGuardia Airport, colliding with an Air Canada Express jet due to communication failures and lack of transponders.
NYC parents
fromNewsday
1 month 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
1 month 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
1 month 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.
Canada news
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Two killed after Air Canada jet strikes fire truck on LaGuardia runway during routine landing - Silicon Canals

A serious incident at LaGuardia Airport involved an Air Canada regional jet colliding with a fire truck, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

This 1 Simple Mistake May Send Your Luggage to the Wrong Airport-Here's What Travel Experts Say You Should Do Instead

Scammers are reportedly going through trash cans, stealing tags, and filing fraudulent claims with information like names and itinerary confirmation numbers to seek compensation for 'lost' luggage.
Travel
Gadgets
fromTravel + Leisure
3 days ago

This Is the 1 Common Travel Item You Should Never Put in Your Checked Bag-and It Can Be a Big Safety Issue

Lithium-ion batteries must be carried in carry-on luggage due to safety regulations and risk management concerns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK eases airline penalties as jet fuel shortages threaten flights

Penalties on airlines that cancel UK flights because of jet fuel shortages have been eased, allowing carriers to focus on minimizing disruption rather than flying to protect slots.
UK news
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

The people who arrive one hour before their flight without apology are often the same people who, somewhere along the way, stopped performing competence and started simply being competent - Silicon Canals

Arriving three hours early for a flight often reflects anxiety rather than responsibility.
fromFortune
1 week 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
Science
fromTheregister
6 days ago

FAA grounds Blue Origin's New Glenn, probes satellite mishap

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket experienced a mishap, resulting in a failed satellite deployment and triggering an FAA investigation.
#aviation
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Airlines demand UK relax noise rules and cut flight tax as fuel shortage looms

Airlines are lobbying the UK government for regulatory relaxations and tax cuts amid potential jet fuel shortages due to the Middle East conflict.
US news
fromABC11 Raleigh-Durham
1 week 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.
#journalism
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

I lost my wife and daughter in the Air India crash. Now I'm being told to leave UK'

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of donations to support unbiased reporting.
#air-traffic-control
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago
SF politics

Transportation celebrates air traffic control modernization, asks lawmakers for more funding

SF politics
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

Transportation celebrates air traffic control modernization, asks lawmakers for more funding

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy seeks additional funding to modernize the U.S. air traffic control system, aiming for completion before President Trump leaves office.
#aviation-safety
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Air Canada from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says | CBC Accessibility

A near-miss incident occurred involving an Air Canada jet at JFK Airport, highlighting pressures on U.S. air traffic controllers.
Austin
fromFast Company
4 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.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

That's Crazy': Midair Confusion as Pilot Told He's Not Speaking With Wrong Airport Tower While On Approach to Land

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.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Air Canada from Toronto involved in near-miss at New York airport, FAA says | CBC Accessibility

A near-miss incident occurred involving an Air Canada jet at JFK Airport, highlighting pressures on U.S. air traffic controllers.
Austin
fromFast Company
4 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.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

That's Crazy': Midair Confusion as Pilot Told He's Not Speaking With Wrong Airport Tower While On Approach to Land

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.
#air-travel
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Nantucket flight returns after part of a cabin door opens midair

A Cape Air flight departing from Nantucket experienced an alarming incident when part of the main cabin door opened shortly after takeoff, prompting the crew to turn back.
Boston food
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Man left with serious injuries after falling from plane' at Manchester Airport

The Independent covers critical stories in the US, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
UK news
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.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

2 people from Mass. killed when helicopter crashes in Hawaii

Three people died in a helicopter crash off Kalalau Beach in Kauai, including two from Massachusetts.
#air-canada
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

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

fromFortune
1 month ago
Canada news

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

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

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

fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Canada news

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

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

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

Canada news
fromFortune
1 month 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.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

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

Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
1 month 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.
US news
fromSFGATE
3 weeks ago

FAA changes air safety rule after near miss at Calif. airport

The FAA has changed regulations, requiring air traffic controllers to use radar for separation between helicopters and airplanes to prevent collisions.
#air-canada-crash
Canada news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

A runway safety alert didn't notify ATC of a potential collision before the deadly Air Canada crash, the NTSB head said

The ASDE-X system failed to activate before the Air Canada crash due to vehicle proximity and lack of a transponder on the fire truck.
Canada news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago

A runway safety alert didn't notify ATC of a potential collision before the deadly Air Canada crash, the NTSB head said

The ASDE-X system failed to activate before the Air Canada crash due to vehicle proximity and lack of a transponder on the fire truck.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 month 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.
#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

fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Why some fear Burbank airport is an accident waiting to happen. 'Everybody has had concerns'

The airspace over Los Angeles is among the most congested in the world, but the Hollywood Burbank Airport is uniquely situated, creating extremely tight parameters around the midsize airport.
Los Angeles
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Flight Attendants and Pilots Use These 4 Phrases on Board to Signal Emergencies-Here's What to Listen For

Aviation crews use coded language like 'Code 300' and 'Angel' to discreetly communicate medical emergencies and deaths without causing passenger panic.
#plane-crash
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month 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.
US news
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.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Heads Down! Hands Up!' Passengers Capture Scary Moment Feds Storm Plane to Deal With Possible Security Matter'

Southwest Flight 2094 made an emergency landing in Atlanta after a possible security matter, with federal officers and police boarding to detain a passenger amid reports of a bomb threat.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

JetBlue engine failure on takeoff at Newark airport disrupts air traffic

A JetBlue Airbus A320 suffered an engine failure and smoke on takeoff at Newark, returned for an emergency landing, and evacuated on slides with no injuries.
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