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UK Investigation Highlights New Thermal Runaway Fire Hazards in Electric Aircraft

The UK's Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) has released a report on an incident involving a Pipistrel Velis Electro, the world's first type-certified electric aircraft. Following a hard landing, the investigation revealed a significant new risk, even though no fire occurred. The AAIB warns that

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Family of Pilot Killed in Amazon Cargo Jet Crash Sues Boeing, Alleges Known Aircraft Defect

The family of Conrad Aska, a first officer killed in the 2019 Atlas Air Flight 3591 crash, has filed a lawsuit against Boeing, Atlas Air, and Amazon. The suit alleges the crash was caused by a known defect in the Boeing 767's go-around switch, which could be

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Two Sustain Minor Injuries in Santa Teresa Jetport Plane Crash

A single-engine plane crashed during takeoff at the Doña Ana County International Jetport in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, on Monday afternoon. The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m., with two individuals on board the aircraft. Both occupants were assessed at the scene for minor injuries but refused further

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San Diego Surgeon Identified as Victim in Montgomery-Gibbs Airport Crash

Authorities have identified one of the two victims killed in a plane crash at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport in San Diego. The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office named Dr. Lanna Tran, a 41-year-old plastic surgeon, as one of the deceased. The crash involved a single-engine

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NTSB Cites Pilot Error, System Flaws in Fatal Atlas Air Amazon Cargo Crash

The NTSB has concluded its investigation into the fatal 2019 crash of Atlas Air Flight 3591, which was operating for Amazon Prime Air. Investigators determined the probable cause was the First Officer's inappropriate response to an inadvertent activation of the aircraft's go-around mode, leading to

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Fresno Pilot Succumbs to Injuries Following Sierra Sky Park Crash

A 67-year-old Fresno pilot, identified as Clay Brandes, has died from injuries sustained in a plane crash. The incident occurred on April 12, when his single-engine, homebuilt aircraft crashed near Sierra Sky Park shortly after takeoff. Brandes was transported to a hospital with serious injuries and passed

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Two Survive Small Plane Crash at Doña Ana County Jetport After Power Loss

A small, single-engine airplane crashed at the Doña Ana County Jetport in Santa Teresa, New Mexico, on Thursday morning. The aircraft reportedly lost power shortly after takeoff, leading to the accident. Both the pilot and a passenger on board survived the crash with only minor injuries. They were subsequently

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Ryanair CEO Denounces Report of Passenger Partially Ejected from Window as 'Completely Untrue'

Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has forcefully refuted media reports that a passenger was partially sucked out of a window during a flight from London to Knock, Ireland. During a press conference, O'Leary described the story as "completely untrue" and "made up." While

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NTSB Cites Pilot Error, Excessive Speed in Fatal 2019 Amazon Cargo Jet Crash

The National Transportation Safety Board has determined the probable cause of the fatal 2019 Atlas Air crash operating for Amazon. Investigators concluded that the first officer reacted inappropriately to an inadvertent activation of the go-around switch, leading to spatial disorientation. This caused him to put the Boeing 767 into

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UK Rules Out Cyberattack as Cause for Massive Air Traffic Control Failure

A major technical failure in the United Kingdom's national air traffic control system caused widespread flight disruptions on a busy bank holiday. Hundreds of flights were cancelled and delayed, leaving thousands of passengers stranded across Europe. UK Transport Secretary Mark Harper officially confirmed that the incident was not

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Fatal Piper PA-28 Crash in Florida Marks Fourth Recent Aviation Incident in Brevard County

A fatal crash involving a single-engine Piper PA-28 has occurred in a wooded area near Melbourne Orlando International Airport in Florida. The pilot, who was the sole occupant, was confirmed deceased at the scene. This accident marks the fourth aviation-related incident in Brevard County in recent weeks,

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Runway Safety System Absent in Miami Crash, Already in Place at Venice Airport

Following a fiery crash at Miami International Airport, investigators are focusing on the absence of a key safety feature on the runway. A Red Air flight caught fire after its landing gear collapsed, sending three people to the hospital. The incident has highlighted the lack of an Engineered Material Arresting

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NTSB: Pilot's Failure to Feather Propeller Caused Fatal Miami Cargo Crash

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has released its findings on the fatal Conquest Air Cargo crash near Miami. Investigators determined the probable cause was the flight crew's failure to properly handle an engine failure after takeoff. The pilots did not feather the propeller of the failed engine,

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NTSB Releases Cockpit Voice Recorder Details from Amazon Cargo Jet Engine Failure

The National Transportation Safety Board has released a readout from the cockpit voice recorder of an Amazon Air cargo plane that suffered an engine failure. The Boeing 767, operated by Air Transport International, experienced the incident after departing Lehigh Valley International Airport. According to the transcript, the pilots heard a

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Expert Questions Airworthiness of 70-Year-Old Aircraft After Fatal Miami Cargo Plane Crash

A 70-year-old Convair C-131 cargo plane, operated by Conquest Air Cargo, crashed into a canal shortly after taking off from Miami International Airport, killing both pilots. The aircraft was en route to the Bahamas when it went down. Following the incident, former NTSB Chairman Jim Hall has

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Fresno Pilot Dies Days After Experimental Plane Crash at Sierra Sky Park

The pilot injured in a June 9th plane crash at Fresno's Sierra Sky Park has died. He was identified as Mark Poet, the husband of Fresno City Councilmember Annalisa Perea. Poet was flying a single-engine experimental aircraft which crashed shortly after takeoff. The National Transportation Safety Board

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Reedley College Flight Program Halts Classes to Honor Instructor Killed in Training Crash

The Reedley College flight program has canceled all classes for the week following a fatal plane crash that claimed the life of instructor Qiwan Sun. The incident occurred during a training flight near the Mendota airport. Sun, a former student of the program, was flying with a current student at

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Fatal Miami Crash Raises Questions Over Runway Safety Buffers

An Amerijet International flight skidded off a wet runway at Miami International Airport, killing at least 15 people and injuring over 50. The Boeing 767, carrying 186 people, overran the runway during a storm, crashed through a fence, and caught fire. The runway involved in the incident was not equipped

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NTSB Investigates Engine Malfunction on Amazon Cargo Jet After Miami Emergency Landing

An Atlas Air Boeing 767 cargo plane operating for Amazon made an emergency landing at Miami International Airport following a reported engine malfunction. The aircraft, bound for San Juan, Puerto Rico, turned back shortly after takeoff when video captured flames coming from its left wing. The plane landed safely without

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Pilot Executes Successful Gear-Up Emergency Landing at Montgomery County Airpark

A single-engine Mooney M20J aircraft conducted a successful emergency landing at the Montgomery County Airpark in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The pilot was forced to perform a "belly landing" after the aircraft's landing gear failed to deploy. Before touching down, the pilot skillfully circled the airport for

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Amazon Cargo Jet Makes Emergency Landing in Miami After Engine Fire

An Atlas Air Boeing 767 cargo jet, operating for Amazon, was forced to make an emergency landing at Miami International Airport following an engine malfunction. The aircraft was en route to San Juan, Puerto Rico, when the incident occurred shortly after takeoff. Dramatic video footage captured by a witness shows

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NTSB Releases Investigative Update on Fatal Amazon Prime Air Cargo Crash

The National Transportation Safety Board has issued an update regarding its investigation into the crash of Atlas Air Flight 3591. The Boeing 767 cargo plane, operating for Amazon Prime Air, crashed near Houston, resulting in the deaths of all three people on board. Investigators have successfully recovered the flight data

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Amazon Cargo Jet Overshoots Runway at Miami International Airport

An Atlas Air Boeing 767 cargo plane, operating for Amazon Air, overshot the runway upon landing at Miami International Airport. The aircraft was arriving from Cincinnati when it failed to stop on Runway 09, coming to rest with its nose gear in a nearby retention pond. All three crew members

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Pilot Killed in Agricultural Plane Crash in Northwest Fresno County

A pilot has died after a single-engine crop-dusting plane crashed in a field in northwest Fresno County on Saturday morning. The incident occurred near Highway 180 and San Diego Avenue, close to the Mendota airport. The Fresno County Sheriff's Office confirmed the pilot was the sole

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Passenger Identified After Being Duct-Taped for Attacking Crew on American Airlines Flight

Arthur Lundeen, 61, has been identified as the unruly passenger who was duct-taped on an American Airlines flight from Cincinnati to Phoenix. The flight was diverted to Oklahoma City after Lundeen allegedly became disruptive, kicking and attempting to head-butt a flight attendant. According to court documents, he also