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Leaked Report Suggests Intentional Action in China Eastern Boeing 737 Crash

A leaked assessment from US officials involved in the China Eastern Flight 5735 investigation suggests the crash was intentional. According to the report, flight data recorder information indicates someone in the cockpit inputted controls that sent the Boeing 737-800 into its fatal, near-vertical dive. This preliminary finding points

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Passengers Sue Alaska Airlines and Boeing Over 737 MAX Mid-Air Blowout

Passengers from the Alaska Airlines flight that suffered a mid-air blowout have filed a lawsuit against both the airline and Boeing. The lawsuit alleges that the companies acted with negligence by putting a "ticking time bomb" of an aircraft into service. The incident involved a door plug

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Small Plane Crashes Into Building in Belo Horizonte, Brazil

A small aircraft has crashed into a building in the Brazilian city of Belo Horizonte. The incident prompted an immediate and large-scale response from local emergency services. Fire department crews were dispatched to the location to control the scene and address any subsequent fire. Authorities are working to determine

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New Data Suggests Intentional Action in China Eastern Flight 5735 Crash

New flight data suggests the March 2022 crash of China Eastern Airlines flight MU5735 may have been intentional. The Boeing 737-800 was flying from Kunming to Guangzhou when it entered a sudden, near-vertical nosedive. All 132 people on board, including 123 passengers and nine crew members, were killed

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Airbus A321 Reports Minor Bird Strike, Lands Safely with No Damage

An Airbus A321 aircraft operated by Delta Air Lines was involved in a minor safety incident during a flight from Boston to San Diego. According to a report from the Federal Aviation Administration's safety database, a bird strike was discovered on the aircraft's nose gear door.

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Two Injured in Fairfield County Single-Engine Plane Crash

A small, single-engine plane crashed Monday afternoon in Pleasant Township, Fairfield County. The incident occurred near the Fairfield County Airport, injuring the two people on board. Both occupants were transported to Grant Medical Center for treatment. The Ohio State Highway Patrol secured the scene. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

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EasyJet Suspends All Tel Aviv Flights for Summer Season Amid Security Concerns

EasyJet has cancelled all flights to and from Tel Aviv for the entire summer season, citing the security situation in Israel. The suspension will remain in effect until at least 27 October, impacting all routes to the city. This decision follows a temporary pause in operations after Iran's

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Aircraft Strikes Light Pole During Ground Operations at Newark Airport

An aircraft has collided with a light pole on the tarmac at Newark Liberty International Airport. The incident occurred while the plane was taxiing, prior to takeoff or after landing. The extent of the damage to the aircraft, particularly its wing, is currently under assessment. Airport operations have experienced some

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United Airlines 757 Wing Strikes Light Pole While Taxiing at Newark Airport

A United Airlines flight was involved in a ground incident after safely landing at Newark Liberty International Airport. The aircraft, a Boeing 757 arriving from the Bahamas, struck a light pole with its right wing while taxiing to the gate. The impact caused the pole to topple over, hitting a

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United Boeing 767 Loses Tire During Towing, Strikes Vehicle at Newark Airport

A United Airlines Boeing 767-400ER was involved in a ground incident at Newark Liberty International Airport on March 15th. While the aircraft was being towed to a gate for a flight to Lisbon, a main landing gear tire detached. The loose tire subsequently rolled across the tarmac, colliding with

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Wizz Air Warns of Flight Reductions as Pratt & Whitney Engine Checks Ground Aircraft

Wizz Air has announced it expects a significant reduction in flight capacity next year due to mandatory engine inspections. The issue stems from a manufacturing flaw in Pratt & Whitney engines that power its Airbus A320neo family fleet. A rare condition with contaminated metal powder used in high-pressure turbine

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United Airlines Boeing 757 Strikes Light Pole While Taxiing at Newark Airport

A United Airlines flight struck a light pole after landing at Newark Liberty International Airport. The incident involved United Flight 169, a Boeing 757-200 that had arrived from San Diego. The aircraft's wing hit the pole while it was on a taxiway, heading towards its gate. Fortunately,

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United Airlines 777 Wing Strikes Light Pole During Landing at Newark Airport

A United Airlines Boeing 777-200 struck a light pole while on its final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport. The aircraft, arriving from Beijing as Flight 862, was carrying 212 passengers at the time of the incident. The plane's right wing clipped the pole, which was located

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United Airlines Passenger Faces Federal Charges After Attacking Crew and Attempting Cockpit Breach

A passenger on a United Airlines flight from Tel Aviv to Newark was arrested after a major in-flight disturbance. The individual, identified as Matthew Dingley, allegedly charged towards the flight deck, shouting unintelligibly. Two flight attendants who intervened were reportedly assaulted during the attempt to stop him. Crew members

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1989 Air Ontario Crash Highlights Enduring Risks of 'Hot Fueling' in Winter Operations

The 1989 crash of an Air Ontario Fokker F-28 in Dryden, Canada, serves as a critical safety lesson for modern airports. The investigation determined the cause was ice and snow contamination on the wings, which were not de-iced before takeoff. A major contributing factor was the airline'

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United Airlines Boeing 737 Collides With Drone at 3,000 Feet Over San Diego

A United Airlines Boeing 737-800, operating as flight UA2138 from Houston, struck a drone while on its final approach to San Diego International Airport. The collision occurred at an altitude of approximately 3,000 feet. The flight crew immediately reported the drone strike to air traffic control. The aircraft

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LaGuardia Airport to Equip Ground Vehicles with Transponders Following Fatal Air Canada Crash

New York's LaGuardia Airport is set to install transponders on its fleet of ground vehicles. This safety measure is a direct response to the fatal 1992 crash of an Air Canada Fokker F-28. The aircraft collided with a de-icing truck on the runway during takeoff in

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United Airlines Flight Aborts San Diego Landing After Drone Sighting

A United Airlines flight from San Francisco was forced to execute a go-around procedure while on final approach to San Diego International Airport. The flight crew spotted a drone operating at a dangerous altitude of approximately 2,700 feet, prompting the safety maneuver. The aircraft, a Boeing 737, aborted

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Wizz Air Extends Aircraft Groundings as Pratt & Whitney Engine Checks Continue into 2026

Wizz Air has announced that mandatory inspections on its Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan engines will now extend into 2026, prolonging aircraft groundings. The issue stems from a rare powder metal defect in high-pressure turbine disks that requires extensive shop visits for a significant portion of its fleet. The

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Decoding the Two-Hour Turnaround: A Look Inside Aircraft Transit Maintenance Checks

Aircraft undergo a crucial 'transit check' during the typical two-hour turnaround between flights. This procedure begins with a thorough walk-around inspection by engineers, who examine key components like tires, brakes, wings, and control surfaces for any signs of damage. They also review the technical logbook for

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FAA Mandates Vehicle Tracking Systems at NYC-Area Airports to Prevent Runway Incursions

The Federal Aviation Administration is mandating the installation of vehicle tracking devices at New York City's three major airports. This new rule applies to John F. Kennedy, LaGuardia, and Newark Liberty international airports, with a compliance deadline of September 30. The decision stems from a February 2023 incident

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New York Area Airports to Install Vehicle Transponders After Fatal Ground Collision

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey will equip ground vehicles at its major airports with transponders to improve safety. This decision follows a fatal collision in February at Newark Liberty International Airport, where two contractor employees were killed by a snowplow. The new equipment utilizes ADS-B

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Passengers Sue Alaska Airlines and Boeing for $1 Billion Over Mid-Air Blowout

Passengers from the January Alaska Airlines flight have filed a $1 billion lawsuit against both the airline and manufacturer Boeing. The legal action follows the mid-air incident where a door plug panel detached from a Boeing 737 Max 9 aircraft shortly after takeoff. Filed in Oregon, the lawsuit alleges

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Emirates A380 Makes Emergency Landing at Gatwick After Technical Fault

An Emirates Airbus A380, the world's largest passenger aircraft, conducted an emergency landing at London's Gatwick Airport. The flight from Dubai declared the emergency due to a technical fault with its flaps just before its scheduled arrival. The superjumbo landed safely and was met by airport

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United Airlines Pilot Reports Suspected Drone Strike on Approach to San Diego Airport

A United Airlines pilot reported a potential drone strike while on final approach to San Diego International Airport. The incident involved Flight 2176, an Airbus A320, which was arriving from San Francisco on Sunday afternoon. The crew declared an emergency as a precaution following the suspected impact. The aircraft landed