Fiji Airways resumes flights after cyclone
Fiji Airways has resumed flights to the popular holiday destination after it was battered by a cyclone that killed two people and prompted more than 2000 to be evacuated.
Louisiana plane crash kills at least 5 headed to Peach Bowl
The pilot and four passengers were killed when a twin-engine plane with six people on board crashed in Louisiana. (foxnews.com)
Hawaii: remains of six people found after helicopter crash
No indication of survivors, officials say, with search to continue for seventh person who was on tourist flight.
Kazakhstan plane crash
At least 14 people have been killed after a plane with 98 people on board crashed in Kazakhstan, airport officials say.
Which Airlines Are Best For Travelling With Children?
Holidays are always exciting, but traveling with young children? The jury’s out. Love it or hate it here are the best airlines for traveling with your kids.
Top 5 biggest airlines of 2019
Nevertheless, as the year ends, a question on everybody’s mind remains – who were the biggest carriers in 2019, as the year ended?
Boeing CEO ousted over MAX crisis
Boeing has ousted its chief executive in an attempt to restore confidence in the troubled company in the wake of the 737 MAX fiasco.
2 Hour Air Canada Flight Becomes Mammoth 36 Hour Journey
An Air Canada Flight expected to take two hours from Vancouver to Whitehorse has had to detour through the USA.
American Airlines Adds ‘X’ And ‘U’ Gender To Flight Bookings
The final of the Big Three U.S. airlines has made the move towards providing non-binary gender options.
American Airlines mechanic admits to plane sabotage attempt
A former American Airlines mechanic has pleaded guilty to “attempted destruction of an aircraft” in a U.S. federal court.
Teenager steals plane, crashes into airport building
After hopping a fence of Fresno airport, California, a teenager stole a plane and crashed it into a wall.
Air France-KLM Group confirms order for 60 Airbus A220-300s
The aircraft will all be operated by Air France and will replace its fleet of single-aisle A318 and A319.
Airasia X pilots diverted to wrong airport after engine failure foul-up
An AirAsia X flight crew facing an engine oil pressure problem failed to follow procedures by increasing thrust.
Airplane passenger taped to seat after trying to storm cockpit
A passenger on a recent S7 Airlines flight allegedly became aggressive in the middle of the trip and demanded to “have a word” with the pilot. (foxnews.com)
American Eagle Flight Attendant Breaks Ankle In Turbulence
A flight attendant onboard an American Eagle flight for American Airlines has broken their ankle as the aircraft was coming into land at Philadelphia, thanks to severe turbulence.
Singapore Airlines Launches Airbus A350 Flights To Brussels
Starting in October 2020 Singapore Airlines will once more be flying to the capital of the European Union using an Airbus A350.
Boeing confirms it will halt 737 MAX production
Boeing has confirmed that it will suspend production of the 737 MAX starting in January after re-certification of the troubled plane moved into 2020.
Boeing Likely To Shutdown 737 MAX Production
As the grounding of the 737 MAX drags on, Boeing is holding discussions today about whether to stop producing the type entirely for a while.
Jetstar cuts 10% of January domestic flights
Ground crew, baggage handlers and ramp workers are all in dispute with the airline, with more stoppages due this week.
FAA Downgrades Venezuela’s Safety Rating
In the latest turn of events, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has said that Venezuela does not comply with basic safety standards for aviation.
Qantas’ passengers forced to use chutes to evacuate Aircraft
Terrified Qantas passengers were forced to use emergency slides to evacuate a Perth bound plane after a foul-smelling “smoke-like haze” filled the cabin.
Starlux Airlines Schedules Its First Flights
Starlux Airlines has released flight schedules for three of its initial destinations.
Remains of missing Chilean military plane passengers found
Human remains were found at sea near the site where a C-130H Hercules from the Chilean Air Force disappeared on December 9, 2019.
Emirates Future A350 & 787 Fleet Could Cut First Class
Emirates might not include their famous first-class onboard their new Boeing 787s and Airbus A350s, with the airline downscaling to an economy, premium economy and business class format.
Jetstar strike: 120 domestic flights cancelled
Thirty flights to be cancelled on Friday, 44 on Saturday and 46 on Sunday because of industrial action over pay and conditions.
Chile missing C-130 plane: Floating debris found
Chilean officials say they have located debris believed to be from an air force plane that went missing on Monday.
Ultra-long range flight “trials” and PR magic behind them
Over the past few months, a lot of noise had been generated by airlines regarding their ultra-long-range flights. Behind the trials of these flights, stands one overlooked element – the magic of public relations (PR).
First fully electric aircraft takes flight in Canada
The world’s first fully electric commercial aircraft has taken its inaugural 15-minute test flight in Vancouver, Canada.
Chilean military plane missing on way to Antarctica
The Chilean air force lost radio contact with a C-130 Hercules transport plane on its way to the country’s base in Antarctica, on December 9, 2019. It was carrying 38 people.
Oxygen Masks Fall Onboard Emirates Boeing 777
According to a passenger report, an Emirates 777-300 had a “power problem” flying from Brisbane, Australia to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates.
Spirit Airlines Airbus A319 Involved In Serious Maintenance Mishap
An Airbus A319 belonging to Spirit Airlines has been seriously damaged while in maintenance.
Turkmenistan Airlines return to Europe after safety suspension
Turkmenistan Airlines was authorized to resume operations within the European Union after a suspension of ten months by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) over safety concerns.
BA Plans Huge Club Suite Cabin On Boeing 777-300ERs
British Airways has started a significant fleet renewal process that is set to finish in 2025.
Ryanair Refused To Fly A Passenger’s Wheelchair
Love them or hate them, Ryanair has managed to get themselves in the news once more by not allowing a disabled woman to travel with her wheelchair.
Three U.S. soldiers killed in Black Hawk crash in Minnesota
The UH-60 Black Hawk aircraft belonged to the Minnesota National Guard 34th Combat Aviation Brigade and operated from the Army Aviation Safety Facility in St. Cloud Municipal Airport.
Netflix For Flights? Wizz Air Subscription Service Rumoured
European low-cost carrier Wizz is looking to introduce a subscription-based ticketing service, according to reporting in Polish travel site Fly4Free.
Airbus sold 222 jets in November, poised to win order race
Airbus sold a total of 940 jets in January-November, or 718 after cancellations, leaving it well ahead of Boeing, whose year has been derailed by the grounding of the 737 MAX.
Norwegian’s Argentina Operation Sold To Jetsmart
Norwegian Air Shuttle is selling its Argentinian subsidiary Norwegian Air Argentina (NAA) to JetSMART Airlines, as it struggles to straighten out its finances.
Aeroflot SJ100 Captain Formally Charged By Authorities
The captain of the Aeroflot SJ100 that crashed earlier this year, killing 41 passengers on board, has been formally charged by the Russian court.
Camair-Co Airlines under fire during landing
Flight on December 1, 2019 was about to land when it was targeted by multiple shots from light firearms.
Evacuation Slide Falls In Back Garden
Sunday afternoon took a surprising turn for several residents of Milton, Massachusetts when a huge evacuation slide fell from the sky into a back garden.
Hong Kong Airlines’ Operating License Could Be Suspended
Hong Kong Airlines might be just about to become another 2019 tragedy, with rumors that its Hong Kong operating license could be suspended.
Is Berlin’s New Airport Finally Going To Open?
The Berlin Brandenburg Airport saga has drawn out for 13 years. Now, after a nine-year delay, it looks like Berlin will finally get the new airport it has waited so long for.
Where is the deadliest place in the world to fly?
While flying is one of the safest ways to travel, in some countries with inadequate regulation and difficult terrain, it can be deadly.
KLM flight almost reaches Mexico, decides to go back to Amsterdam
The flight turned around back to its origin of departure in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, when the aircraft was already over North America.
Hong Kong Airlines Delays Salary Payments To 1,600 Staff
Staff at Hong Kong Airlines are the latest to bear the brunt of their airline’s financial difficulties.
What Is The Busiest Airport On Thanksgiving Weekend?
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! We hope that most of you have made it home in time for your turkey dinner.
'Numerous fatalities' Small plane crashes in Kingston, Canada
Multiple people dead after small plane crashes in Kingston, Canada.
Boeing 777X fuselage reportedly split during September stress test
The fuselage of a Boeing 777X split open during a stress test in September, according to the Seattle Times, damage that was more severe than was previously disclosed. (cnbc.com)
Singapore Airlines Suffers Tail Strike On Landing
A Singapore Airlines A330 has hit its tail on the tarmac when coming into land at Yangon International Airport (RGN) but managed to correct itself and continue to a safe stop.
Cash-stripped Atlas Global halts all flights for month
AtlasGlobal, Turkish airline with headquarters in Istanbul, is suspending flights until mid-December 2019, due to difficult financial situation.
Avior Airlines Boeing 737 Landing Gear Collapses
The right main landing gear of an Avior Airlines aircraft collapsed when touching down on Saturday.
13 French troops killed in helicopter crash in Mali
Thirteen French soldiers have been killed in a helicopter crash during an operation against jihadists in Mali, the French president's office said.
Aeroflot Pilot Dies Following Mid Air Heart Attack
The 49 year old co-pilot was flying between Moscow and the Black Sea resort of Anapa.
Plane crash in Democratic Republic of Congo leaves 26 dead
A small passenger plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Congo’s eastern city of Goma, killing 26 people, including passengers, crew and people on the ground, the government said.
Boeing rolls out 737 Max 10
The debut was made in front of thousands of employees at Renton.
Turkish Airlines Boeing 737 landing gear collapses on touchdown
A Turkish Airlines Boeing 737 made a hard landing at the Odessa International Airport in Ukraine, after the aircraft landing gear collapsed upon touchdown.
Flames shoot from engine of Philippines Airline flight
A Philippine Airlines flight returned to Los Angeles International Airport Thursday after experiencing engine trouble. (10news.com)
Catch Me If You Can: A man dressed as a captain of Lufthansa has been arrested
The man was caught dressed as a captain of the German airline Lufthansa. (airlive.net)
The Travel Industry’s New Fix for Jet Lag
Circadian science, newly embraced by airlines, hotels and airport lounges, prescribes bright light for wakefulness and warm light to prepare to rest.
Emirates boss says he took too long to accept climate crisis
The president of Emirates, the biggest long-haul airline in the world, was no climate change denier. But he was pretty sceptical about some of the claims.
Emirates cuts Boeing 777X order, buys 30 Dreamliners instead
Emirates finalized an order for 30 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, while reducing its order for the delayed 777X airliner by 24 aircraft at the beginning of the fourth day of Dubai Airshow 2019.
Air Astana says plans to buy 30 Boeing 737 MAX
Boeing's troubled 737 MAX aircraft won another boost Tuesday as Kazakh flag carrier Air Astana said it planned to buy 30 of the aircraft which was grounded in March. (businesstimes.com.sg)
A UPS 747 taking off in snow
Boeing 747 take off in hard snow conditions.
Dramatic video of goair plane landing on grass
Video of GoAir plane landing on grass as been taken by a passenger onboard.
Two planes in 'minor' collision at Frankfurt airport
An Air Namibia plane collided with a Korean Air jet after landing at Frankfurt airport on Saturday evening, officials said, adding that no one was injured. (france24.com)
Qantas lands historic non-stop flight from London to Sydney
It’s been in the air for almost 20 hours, but now the world’s longest research flight has done the unthinkable and landed in Sydney. (news.com.au)
CH-53E Amazing refuel video
CH-53E Super Stallion Conducts Aerial Refuel.
EASA certifies Airbus BelugaXL
The manufacturer now anticipates that the freighter, based on the A330-200F, will enter service in early-2020.
Chilling video shows american jet plowing into snow
American flight AA4125 was traveling from Greensboro, North Carolina, to Chicago O’Hare when it took an unplanned detour off the runway Monday.
U.S. FAA downgrades Malaysia's air safety rating
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration downgraded Malaysia’s air safety rating, restricting the country’s airlines from adding new flights to the United States.
Review of Boeing's Max finds design changes safe
A panel of government flight-safety experts concluded that Boeing Co.’s redesign of its grounded 737 Max jetliner complies with regulations and is “safe,” according to an update to U.S. lawmakers.
Man faces sexual assault charge after incident on a plane
A Utah man faces sexual assault charges after a woman sitting next to him on an airline flight says he groped her. (abcnews.go.com)
NASA unveils its first electric airplane
The all-electric experimental aircraft, the X-57, is about a year away from its first test flight in the skies over Edward Air Force Base.
EasyJet buys Thomas Cook airport slots
British airline EasyJet has bought the take-off and landing slots of failed travel company Thomas Cook at London Gatwick and Bristol airports for $46 million.
Doubts over 787 Dreamliner oxygen system?
A Boeing whistleblower has claimed that passengers on its 787 Dreamliner could be left without oxygen if the cabin were to suffer a sudden decompression.
Strike to see Lufthansa cancel 1300 flights
About 180,000 Lufthansa passengers are due to be affected by 1300 flight cancellations on Thursday and Friday due to industrial action by the Independent Flight Attendants Organization.
Pilot sparks hijack security alert in Amsterdam
A pilot on a plane has accidentally set off a hijack alarm and sparked a major security alert at Schiphol airport in the Dutch city of Amsterdam.
Airbus reveals LOUT, a German secret stealth drone
The LOUT is a four-ton diamond-shaped aircraft of 12x12 meters, which makes it slightly bigger than the nEUROn, another European stealth drone developed by Dassault Aviation.
Airbus A320 crosswind landing
Short video of A320 crosswind landing.
Changi Airport to close Runway 2
Changi Airport will operate using Runway 1 and Runway 3 from October next year in order to facilitate works for the airport’s fifth terminal and the Changi East Industrial Zone.
BA hopes robot carriers will mean faster bag delivery
The UK carrier is trialing the emissions-free autonomous vehicles at its home hub at London Heathrow where it operates up to 800 flights a day.
Small plane crashes into Georgia townhouses
A small plane crash in DeKalb County, Georgia, left both passengers dead after the aircraft flew into townhouses on Wednesday, officials said. (abcnews.go.com)
Qantas grounds Boeing 737 plane due to 'cracking'
Australian airline Qantas has grounded one of its Boeing 737 NG planes after discovering "cracking" in one section.
Qantas to launch domestic fleet renewal process in 2020
Qantas plans to start the process of renewing its domestic fleet in 2020 but has yet to decide whether it will run one or two competitions.
Canadian authorities restrict A220 engine thrust after incidents
Transport Canada, the Canadian civil aviation authority, has issued an emergency airworthiness directive to reduce the engine thrust of Airbus A220 aircraft under certain conditions after several engine incidents were reported.
X-37B, the mysterious space Drone
The X-37B, the United States Air Force space drone, has just returned to Earth after a 780-day flight. The exact purpose of its two-year mission remains a secret.
Beijing's new mega-airport begins international flights
Beijing's new US$63 billion Daxing airport began its first scheduled international flights on Sunday as it ramped up operations to help relieve pressure on the city's existing Capital airport.
Epic new star wars safety video sees united join the force
United Airlines is joining the expanding universe of Star Wars aircraft liveries and taking it a step further with a themed safety video featuring characters from “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker”.
Boeing 737 Max Lion Air crash caused by series of failures
A series of failures led to the crash of a Lion Air flight, which killed 189 people and led to the grounding of the Boeing 737 Max, a report has found.
Thai Airways is facing possible closure
Thai Airways, the national carrier of Thailand, is on the verge of collapsing according to the alarming comments made by its president Sumeth Damrongchentham. He calls on his employees to participate in rehabilitation efforts.
Top 5 bankrupt airlines in 2019
Some of the biggest airline bankruptcies in 2019.
F-22 Aerial Refueling
Short video of F-22 Refueling.
Europe regulator to clear Boeing 737 MAX in January at earliest
European regulators expect to clear Boeing’s grounded 737 MAX to return to service in January at the earliest.
Qantas completes world's longest nonstop flight from New York to Sydney
Qantas completed on Sunday a nonstop test flight from New York to Sydney, researching how the world's longest potential commercial airplane journey of nearly 20 hours would impact pilots, crew and passengers.
Boeing staff texted about 737 Max issue in 2016
Boeing employees exchanged instant messages about issues with the automated safety system on the 737 Max as it was being certified in 2016.
One dead after plane goes off runway
One person is dead after a commuter plane carrying 42 people, including a high school swimming team, went off the runway while landing late on Thursday at a small Alaska community on the Bering Sea.
SpiceJet Boeing 737 intercepted by Pakistani F-16 jets
A SpiceJet Boeing 737 carrying out flight SG21 from New Delhi (DEL) to Kabul (KBL) was intercepted by Pakistan Air Force fighter jets when it entered the country’s airspace.
Flight QF7879 set to make history
Qantas Flight QF7879, a factory-fresh Boeing 787-9, is set to make history when it takes off from New York at 9 pm local time on Friday 18th.
Swiss grounds its A220 fleet after series of engine incidents
Swiss International Air Lines grounded all of its Airbus A220s after a new engine incident affected one of its aircraft.
First pictures of qantas’s 100th anniversary 787
Qantas’s 100th anniversary 787 has been rolled out of Boeing’s paint shop in Seattle featuring logos from the airline’s founding in outback Queensland in 1920 to its latest effort celebrating its centenary.
Boeing CEO loses chairman role after 737 MAX certification review
A few hours after the certification of the 737 MAX was criticized by a panel of aviation authorities, Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg was stripped from his role as a chairman by the Board of Directors, which elected David Calhoun to replace him.
Living the high life in Qantas First Class
Many ask what is the value of travelling first class, particularly when most business-class offerings have a lie-flat bed in a suite arrangement.
London airport protestor glues himself to jet’s roof
A visually-impaired Paralympian climbed on to a British Airways jet and glued himself to the roof as part of an Extinction Rebellion protest at London City Airport.
Alitalia still kicking
Two years after Alitalia declared bankruptcy and various deadlines extended, the Italian government is still negotiating a binding proposal with potential investors, including U.S. carrier Delta.
American cancels max flights until early 2020
American Airlines has canceled Boeing 737 Max flights to the start of next year, indicating Boeing’s estimate that the troubled plane will fly before the end of the year was optimistic.
Plane left entangled in ski lift cables
A small plane has been left dangling upside down after getting entangled in ski lift cables in the Italian Alps.
Boeing to buy Virgin Galactic stake for $20M
Boeing announced its planned $20 million investment into Virgin Galactic, to this day the only company which has put humans into space in a vehicle built for commercial service, according to Boeing.
KLM 747 on final approach at LAX
Amazing short video of KLM 747 final approach at Los Angeles International Airport.
Qantas Boeing B787 Dreamliner
Speed video of building Boeing B787 Dreamliner for Qantas.
Dash-8 fighting heavy crosswinds
Eurowings Dash-8 fighting heavy crosswinds during landing at Düsseldorf International Airport.
Five die as Antonov crash-lands near Lviv
An Antonov-12 military transport plane crash-landed near Lviv airport in western Ukraine early on Friday, killing at least five people.
B-17 Plane Crashes at Bradley Airport
The crash at the airport in Connecticut involved an antique military aircraft. There were reports of an unconfirmed number of casualties.
Adria Airways announces bankruptcy
For the past week, Adria Airways has operated a very limited number of flights, as financial trouble has severely impacted the airline’s ability to fly to its best ability and schedule.
Worker stops runway truck from crashing into plane
An alert ramp worker has stopped a runaway truck from crashing into a plane at Chicago’s O’hare Airport.
EMB 145 extreme crosswind
Check out this crazy landing with a EMB 145 at Birmingham Airport while experiencing extreme crosswinds.
New Zealand's airspace shuts down after fire alarm in radar centre
A fire alarm in New Zealand’s radar centre effectively shut down the country’s airspace, halting planes from taking off for a short time on Monday afternoon.
Elon Musk's Starship Announcement in 8 Minutes
SpaceX has been building the first Starship prototype in Boca Chica, Texas for the last several months. On the 11th Anniversary of the first Falcon 1 rocket getting into orbit, Elon Musk presents his vision for the short term future of the Starship program that his company is developing.
Japan Airlines seat map helps avoid screaming babies
Japan Airlines has introduced a feature on its seat booking system that shows where young children are seated.
Stunning photo gallery of Zaha Hadid Architects Airport Terminal in Beijing
Zaha Hadid Architects has completed yet another stunning project in China’s capital with the opening of the Daxing International Airport (PKX). (mymodernmet.com)
Takeover rejected, Aigle Azur ceases activities
The Commercial Court of Evry has rejected all takeover offers for Aigle Azur. The activity of the second biggest French airline stops from September 27, 2019.
First flights take off from Beijing's new international airport
Built at a cost of US$63 billion, the airport is roughly the size of 100 football fields and is expected to become one of the world's busiest.
Adria Airways temporarily suspends flights
The national flag carrier of Slovenia, Adria Airways, has announced that the airline will not commence flight operations on September 24 and September 25, 2019.
Cathay Pacific fires two flight attendants due safety concerns
After several previous incidents, in which both Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon were affected, one more low-pressure oxygen bottle was found on a Cathay Dragon flight.
Thomas Cook goes bankrupt, 150,000 people stranded
British tour operator Thomas Cook declared bankruptcy after negotiations with creditors and Chinese shareholder Fosun failed.
Stunning Star Wars livery for Latam 777
LATAM Brasil has unveiled its special stunning Star Wars “Galaxy’s Edge” inspired Boeing 777-300ER.
Critical new report into pilots of MAX tragedies
A new investigation by the New York Times has placed some blame for the two 737 MAX crashes on pilot training and inexperience.
Pilot stuck on power-line after ejecting from jet
A Belgian Air Force F-16 fighter plane crashed in France on Thursday, officials said, leaving one pilot caught on a high-voltage electricity line.
Airbus A380 crosswind
Thai Airways Airbus A380 crosswind landing at Narita Airport.
Drawing the future of Europe's skies
Predictions for the aviation industry are very positive. Various market outlooks, including Boeing’s, predicts that airline fleets, traffic and overall commercial aircraft market is set to only grow in the next 20 years.
Boeing will face the biggest logistical operation
As Boeing sets its sights on winning approval to fly its 737 MAX within weeks, following a six-month safety ban, engineers around the world are rolling out plans for one of the biggest logistical operations in civil aviation history.
A380 stunning takeoff
Emirates A380 sidewind takeoff from Birmingham Airport.
Spilled coffee forces plane to divert over Atlantic
A passenger aircraft with 337 people on board was forced to divert in February after the pilot spilled coffee on the controls panel.
A 5 engine 747-400ER departing Perth Airport
This was called the 5th pod, transporting a spare engine to another broken down QF.
Boeing is making good, solid progress on 737 MAX return
The 737 MAX return to service remains the biggest question as Boeing continues to make “solid progress” and is “actively engaged with regulators around the world”.
World's Funniest Flight Attendant
A man has been dubbed the ‘world’s funniest’ flight attendant after a viral video shows him leaving 150 passengers in stitches with his snarky safety announcement.
Very hard landing at La Nubia Airport
Avianca Airlines has a very hard and risky landing at La Nubia Airport with strong wind.
Heavy landing of Boeing 747
This very heavy 747 landing has been captured by Airplane Pictures.
UK’s best and worst airport revealed
Long queues, crowded terminals and pricey parking charges have led to Belfast International being rated the UK’s worst airport in a survey by consumer magazine Which?
Boeing 737 windy landing
Boeing 737 short video of landing during gusty conditions.
British Airways cancels almost all flights
British Airways (BA) said on Monday (Sep 9) it has cancelled almost all flights as pilots began a 48-hour strike.
Border control systems face fire from travellers wrongly delayed
Home office systems branded unfit for purpose by frustrated travellers rejected at eGates.
Boeing suspends testing of long-haul 777X aircraft
Boeing has suspended testing on its new long-haul 777X aircraft, the company said Friday (Sep 6), a setback that comes as it battles to rebound from the crisis surrounding the 737 MAX.
American Airlines mechanic arrested over suspicion of sabotage
The company’s mechanic has been arrested on September 5, 2019, for allegedly attempting to sabotage a flight with 150 people on board.
Why are British Airways pilots going on strike for the first time?
Reasons cited include pay dispute, cost-cutting policies and loss of confidence in management.
Passengers stranded after Aigle Azur ceases operations
Aigle Azur will stop its operations from the evening of September 6, 2019. The second biggest French airline, which declared bankruptcy earlier this week, is now putting all hope in a buyout offer.
C130 lower pass
The lowest pass of C130 by Saudi pilots for tactical purposes.
Vietnam Airlines secures first license for direct US flights
Vietnam Airlines has become the first carrier in the country to secure a coveted license to fly direct to the United States, according to the airline and a regulatory filing seen by AFP.
C130 Angel wing flare pattern
Short video of demonstration of "Angel" flare pattern.
Regional Express flight suffered engine failure
A passenger on board a Regional Express flight from Sydney to Merimbula which suffered engine failure on Thursday night has contradicted the airline’s claim the engine did not catch fire during the incident.
Grand Bahama international airport under five feet of water
Thousands of flights will be cancelled across Florida over the next four days. Travellers must check with their airlines.
Go around in heavy rain
Go around in heavy rain and poor visibility at St.Maarten Airport.
Trainee pilot lands plane safely after instructor passes out
A student pilot in Australia safely landed a light aircraft during a flying lesson, after his instructor passed out at the controls.
737 battling severe crosswinds
This incredible video of Boeing 737 battling severe crosswinds was captured by Aviation Daily.
World's Most Underrated First and Business Class - Oman Air
Sam Chui traveled on Oman Air in July to try out their new Boeing 787 in First and Business Class from Dubai to London via Muscat.
An-2 makes emergency landing in Yakutia, one person killed
An Antonov An-2 belonging to the Russian charter airline Aviaspectr made an emergency landing near the Lake Siljan-Kuel in Yakutia, Russia. One person was killed in the accident, five injured, according to preliminary reports.
Emirates A380 just 300 meters above camera
This is a spectacular video of going head to head with an Emirates A380, which goes past just 300m above the “camera” aircraft.
Sukhoi reveals S-70 improved stealth design at MAKS
Less than a month after revealing that the S-70 Okhotnik had taken to the skies for the first time, Sukhoi presented a redesigned version of its unmanned combat air vehicle (UCAV) at the MAKS international air show.
British musicians and baby daughter killed in Swiss plane crash
Two leading British musicians and their baby daughter have been killed in a plane crash in the Swiss Alps.
Air China A330 caught fire at Beijing Airport after landing
The fire was located in a front cargo holder of the Airbus A330 from Singapore.
Aircraft production down 24% globally after Boeing 737 Max crashes
Aerospace lobby group slashes 2019 deliveries forecast and says prospect of no-deal Brexit making things worse.
Plane diverted after pilot falls ill at the controls
A pilot fell ill at the controls of an aeroplane flying from Manchester to the Atlantic island of Madeira, forcing the flight to be diverted to northern Portugal.
Spanish C-101 Aviojet training jet crashed
A C-101 Aviojet training plane belonging to the Spanish Air Force crashed into the Mediterranean Sea near La Manga, southern Spain. The pilot, a former member of the Spanish aerobatic team Patrulla Águila, died in the accident.
Plane and Helicopter Collide in Spain
A small plane and a helicopter crashed midair on the Spanish island of Majorca on Sunday, killing seven people.
Perfect landing in blinding weather
The pilots are using what is called a CAT 111b landing system that guides them – and the aircraft – with pinpoint accuracy onto the runway.
Qantas tests 19-hour direct flights from UK and US to Sydney
Qantas is to test non-stop direct flights from London to Sydney to see whether passengers and crew can tolerate what would be the world’s longest commercial flight at 19 hours.
Air Force One: how Boeing 747 became the VC-25A
Just recently, the United States Air Force chose between two viable contestants to replace the VC-25A – surprisingly, the Airbus A380 and the home favorite, Boeing 747-8.
Severe turbulence injures 14 on Spanish flight to Madrid
Three crew members were among those injured, all of them lightly. The company source said the 11 passengers had ignored the seat belt warning activated before the plane flew into the turbulence zone.
Boeing already hiring technicians ahead 737 MAX un-grounding
The plane maker is looking for experienced technicians, offering full-time but temporary employment.
The impressive crash/landing at the La Macarena airfield
According to a report by the Civil Aeronautics, the La Macarena aerodrome, Meta, was closed while an aircraft was taken off the runway at the time it intended to land last Monday. (www.vanguardia.com)
Airbus prepares to unveil A350-1000ULR
Airbus is reportedly preparing to launch the A350-1000ULR, an ultra-long-range variant of the largest member of the A350 XWB family of jetliners.
US customs outage delays thousands of travelers in airports
Thousands of travelers at major US airports faced congested terminals and long lines on Friday due to a temporary computer outage that affected the US Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) processing systems.
Nascar driver escapes plane ‘destroyed by fire’ after crash
Former Nascar driver Dale Earnhardt Jr and his family escaped a plane crash without suffering major injuries, officials said.
Ural Airlines A321 made a crash landing in a field
An Airbus A321 plane of Russia’s Ural Airlines had to land in a field near Moscow after engine fire on Wednesday.
Norwegian ends transatlantic flights from Ireland, blames 737 MAX
Norwegian Air is cutting its flights from Ireland to North America starting September 15, 2019.
Hong Kong protesters block travellers from entering departure gates
Hong Kong’s airport authority has suspended flights for a second day as thousands of protesters staged another rally at the busy international travel hub.
Hong Kong airport authority cancels flights over protests
All flights not checked in by Monday afternoon have been grounded as rallies continue.
How robot parking may revolutionize airports
Drive to the airport and follow the signs for “robot parking”. Pulling up to a covered parking box, your booking is scanned and the door opens, allowing you to get out and head straight for the terminal.
Ryanair strikes
All you need to know about pilots' five days of action.
British Airways IT glitch causes chaos for holidaymakers
British Airways passengers travelling from London for their holidays have been hit by cancellations and delays after a systems failure.
Cathay Pacific collects images of passengers on board
Cathay Pacific has revealed that it records passenger activity captured via CCTVs in its airport lounges and on aircraft.
BA flight lands in Spain after smoke fills cabin
Nearly 200 people evacuated and three taken to hospital after landing in Valencia.
Pilots arrested due to positive alcohol test
Two United Airlines pilots have been arrested in Glasgow Scotland on suspicion of being intoxicated CNN has reported.
Ryanair to fire 900 pilots and cabin crew, blames MAX and Brexit
Ryanair has confirmed plans to fire “approximately” 900 of its current employees. The news comes days after the company reported a 21% plunge in profit.
A water bomber plane has crashed in South of France
This Friday, shortly after 5 pm, a water bomber – not a Canadair – has crashed while fire battle in Générac, France.
US Navy jet crashes in Death Valley
A US Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet jet crashed Wednesday in Death Valley National Park, at a spot known to aviation enthusiasts as Star Wars Canyon.
Spectacular entrance from an emirates A380
The A380 from Dubai was landing in the early morning and burst through the fog at the end of the runway.
Fascinating aviation statistics that may surprise you
You might think that Americans would be the nationality traveling the most on international routes but new aviation statistics show you’d be wrong.
Army aircraft crashes into residential area in Pakistan
At least 18 people were killed and several injured when a small military plane crashed into a residential area near the Pakistani city of Rawalpindi.
How Airplane Food is Made?
This video gives an insight from menu design to cooking, execution, delivery and finally tasting on-board.
PAF Alpha Jet crashes in France
The plane presumably skidded off runway and smashed into a border next to a public road after “a bad maneuver”, according to L’Independant.
Boeing biggest quarterly loss ever
Boeing reported a nearly US$3 billion loss for the second quarter on Wednesday (Jul 24), as the grounding of 737 MAX following two deadly crashes continues to weigh on the company.
Qantas moves quickly to launch world’s fourth longest route
Qantas has wasted no time launching the world’s fourth longest route after receiving approval last week to form its long-awaited joint venture with American Airlines.
South Korea fires warning shots at Russian military aircraft
Officials said the plane twice violated the airspace over the Dokdo/Takeshima islands, which are occupied by Seoul but also claimed by Japan.
Australia grounds Mahindra's GA8 planes after Swedish crash
Australia's air safety regulator has grounded operations of a small aircraft manufactured by Mahindra Aerospace for up to 15 days following a crash in Sweden that killed nine people earlier this month.
BA suspends cairo flights over security fears
British Airways and Lufthansa abruptly suspended all flights to Cairo on Saturday over security concerns, with BA telling passengers at a departure gate that their flight was canceled.
At least three killed in Germany small plane crash
A small plane crashed and collided against the facade of a hardware store on Saturday in southern German city of Bruchsal, killing at least three, according to the police.
A380 Landing during a storm from tail view
Dramatic tail view video of an Emirates’ A380 landing during a storm at Perth International Airport.
Skiathos super low landing
Skiathos Airport or as many of us aviation enthusiasts call it "the european St Maarten" is one of the craziest airports in europe.
Boeing to take $4.9 Billion charge for max fiasco
Boeing will take an after-tax charge of $4.9 billion in its second quarter to cover “potential concessions and other considerations to the customers” relating to the grounding of the 737 MAX fleet and other delays.
Plane evacuated at Belgrade airport after bomb threat call
This morning at 6am an unknown person called and reported there was a bomb on the plane bound for Frankfurt, the Interior Ministry said in a statement.
Naomi Campbell’s extreme inflight hygiene routine
The supermodel recently revealed the germ-busting ritual she undertakes when boarding a plane.
Ryanair to cut flights after 737 Max delays
Ryanair has said it will be forced to cut the number of summer flights it operates next year blaming further expected delays before the Boeing 737 Max is allowed to fly again.
Pakistan reopens airspace
Pakistan on Tuesday (Jul 16) fully reopened its airspace for all civilian traffic.
Small Plane Carrying Parachutists Crashes in Sweden, 9 Dead
Swedish officials say a small plane carrying parachutists crashed in northern Sweden soon after takeoff and all nine of the people on board were killed.
Dozens injured as Air Canada flight to Sydney hits turbulence
Dozens of people on an Air Canada flight to Australia have been injured after the plane encountered unexpected turbulence, forcing it to land in Hawai.
Norwegian Air chief executive Bjørn Kjos steps down
The chief executive and co-founder of Norwegian Air Shuttle, Bjørn Kjos, has stepped down after 17 years in charge at the airline.
Indian aircraft technician crushed by landing gear
A trainee technician in India was crushed to death just after midnight on Wednesday (Jul 10) by the landing gear flaps on an aircraft while conducting maintenance work.
Emergency landing due to engine nose cone broke
A Delta flight was forced to make an emergency landing in North Carolina due to engine failure.
France plans 'eco-tax' for air fares
France is set to introduce an "eco-tax" for all flights from French airports, the government has said.
Two planes collide at Amsterdam airport causing delays
Two planes have collided at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport, causing hours of delay for hundreds of passengers.
Four Airbus A380 planes require inspections to check cracks on wings
Planes from the Singapore Airlines (SIA) fleet "will require inspections", the airline said on Tuesday (Jul 9) in response to CNA's queries.
Flyadeal cancels Boeing 737MAX order and purchase 30 Airbus A320neos
Saudi Arabian budget carrier Flyadeal reversed a commitment to buy as many as 50 Boeing 737MAX jets.
British Airways faces $230 M fine for data breach incident
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is proposing $230 million against British Airways for the data breach incident that occurred back in 2018.
Virgin Atlantic flight makes emergency landing in Boston
A fire aboard a Virgin Atlantic flight headed to London has forced the plane to make an emergency landing in Boston.
USAF accidentally releases three dummy bombs on Florida
An A-10C Thunderbolt II of the United States Air Force dropped three training bombs after being hit by a bird near Suwannee Springs, Florida.
Boeing 777X huge folding wing tip in action
Here is a video of the Boeing 777X folding wingtip being deployed.
Main runway of Mumbai airport closed till Thursday
A Spicejet Boeing 737-800 overshot the main runway at Mumbai airport while landing on Monday night, disrupting flight schedules and plunging thousands of passengers into misery.
Crew confusion, engine trouble recorded in final seconds of doomed Texas flight
A plane that crashed in suburban Dallas and killed 10 passengers and crew had trouble with its left engine, according to the last few seconds of a cockpit voice recording, officials said.
Body of suspected plane stowaway found in London garden
Body discovered in Clapham thought to have fallen from Kenya Airways jet’s landing gear.
Emergency landing of Electra Airways
Emergency services have rushed to Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel, as a plane prepares for an emergency landing with damaged landing gear. The aircraft has more than 150 people on board.
Plane crash in Texas kills 10 people
All 10 people aboard a plane that crashed into a hangar at Addison Airport Sunday morning have died, a town official says.
Newark Airport was shut down after airplane was evacuated on runway
Newark Liberty International Airport was shut down for about an hour Saturday morning due to an airport emergency.
The New Era of Supersonic Travel May End Before It Even Begins
The dream of flying passengers faster than the speed of sound gave birth to Concorde in the 1970s, only for the nightmare of making a profit to snuff it out less than three decades later.
More than 400 pilots of 737 MAX are suing Boeing for ‘cover up’
The lawsuit claims that the pilots’ income and career certainty have been badly affected as a result of the grounding of the plane.
Lufthansa slashes Eurowings long-haul routes, repositions airline
At Lufthansa Capital Markets Day, the airline informed its investors and analysts of the upcoming changes at one of its subsidiaries, Eurowings. The low-cost carrier will undergo a reorganization of it's fleet and route network and is expected to turn its tide around.
Security threat forces plane to land at Stansted Airport
An Air India passenger plane has made a "precautionary landing" at London's Stansted Airport after the airline initially reported a bomb threat.
Antonov has crash landed into building in Eastern Siberia
At least two people have died and over half a dozen are injured in Eastern Siberia following a crash landing of an Antonov An-24 twin turboprop airplane operated by Angara airlines.
New potential risk of 737Max?
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has identified a new potential risk on its Boeing 737Max aircraft the agency said on Wednesday. No timeline for returning the MAX to passenger service.
Bombardier sells CRJ program to Mitsubishi
Bombardier has entered into a definitive agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries regarding the sale of the CRJ regional aircraft program for $550 million.
SpaceX launches Falcon Heavy rocket with 24 satellites
SpaceX launched its Falcon Heavy rocket on Tuesday from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, carrying 24 experimental satellites in what Elon Musk’s rocket company called one of the most difficult launches it has attempted.
Two German Eurofighter jets collide in training, one pilot dead
Two Eurofighter EF-2000s of the Luftwaffe, the German Air Force, collided during a training mission. While both pilots managed to eject, one of them was found dead.
Air Canada investigates after woman wakes up alone on darkened plane
Air Canada said on Sunday it was looking into how crew members could have disembarked from a plane without noticing a sleeping passenger who was left behind.
Man arrested for hitting Delta flight attendant
Passengers on Delta Airlines from Indianapolis to Paris got unexpected visit of Detroit on Thursday after an “unruly passenger” caused the plane to divert.
Extremely disruptive passenger forced RAF jets to escort plane back to airport
A 25-year-old woman has been arrested after two RAF jets were scrambled to escort a plane back to Stansted Airport.
Skydivers killed in King Air plane crash
A light aircraft carrying skydivers has crashed in Hawaii, killing at least nine people on board, officials say.
First video of 777X ground test
Boeing has released a video of first taxi test of its 777X.
FAA bans flights over Iran as tensions escalate
The US Federal Aviation Administration has issued a notice banning flights over parts of Iran amid escalating political tensions after the shooting down of a $US130m American drone.
American Airlines to order 50 Airbus A321XLRs
The purchase agreement includes the conversion of 30 of American’s existing A321neo slots to A321XLRs and incremental orders for an additional 20 A321XLRs.
Four charged with shooting down MH17 plane
Four men have been charged with murder over the downing of a Malaysia Airlines jet in eastern Ukraine in 2014, killing 298 passengers and crew.
Jet Airways lenders plan insolvency proceedings
The move follows a failed attempt to find a suitable buyer for what was once India's biggest private airline.
Airbus launches super fuel efficient A321XLR
As expected Airbus has launched a super fuel-efficient A321XLR version of its very successful A321neo the – at the Paris Air Show.
Pilots were not to blame for 737 crash
The pilots of the Ethiopian Airline plane that crashed in March with the loss of 157 lives were not at fault, the airline's chief executive has said.
Airbus A321XLR is expected at Paris Air Show 2019
The new A321XLR, an extended long-range variant would have a higher maximum take-off weight and would be able to fly more than 4,500 nautical miles (over 8,300 km). The biggest aerospace event starts on Monday, June 17.
New Air Force One livery
US President Donald Trump has revealed the renderings of the redesign of the presidential aircraft fleet, known as Air Force One.
Melbourne as trial city for Uber Air flying taxi
Ridesharing company says test flights of Uber Air’s helicopter-like ‘flying car’ will begin next year.
Jewel Changi opens new attractions for passengers
The landside Jewel complex already features the world’s tallest indoor waterfall, as well as shopping, dining and accommodation.
Turkish Airlines cancels flights to Sudan
Turkish Airlines canceled its flights from Istanbul to Sudan’s capital city, Khartoum, on June 4 due to political unrest.
One dead in helicopter crash on NYC skyscraper
The incident sparked a rooftop fire, which was quickly extinguished. Some workers were evacuated from the tower, but none were hurt.
American extends 737 MAX cancellations to september
American Airlines has extended Boeing 737 MAX flight cancellations until September 3 but says it remains confident the aircraft will be recertified soon.
Indian plane carrying 13 people on board still missing
Three days after an Indian Air Force An-32 transport plane disappeared near the Chinese border with 13 people on board, the wreckage is still missing.
Some Boeing 737 Max Planes May Have Faulty Part
F.A.A. said on Sunday that some Boeing 737 Max planes might have parts that were improperly manufactured, requiring replacements, the latest issue to hit the world’s largest plane maker.
Fighter jets escort Scoot plane after bomb threat
Singapore's air force sent two fighter jets to escort an incoming passenger plane over a bomb threat which turned out to be a hoax, say officials.
Max 737 may not return to service until August
The International Air Transport Association believes it will be at least 10 to 12 weeks before the 737 MAX returns to service and has called for it to be an internationally co-ordinated move.
Passenger dies mid-flight with stomach full of cocaine
A Japanese man with 246 packets of cocaine in his stomach and intestines died mid-flight on his way from Bogota to Tokyo.
Authorities suspend Avianca Brasil operations
Avianca Brasil operations were suspended by the ANAC, the Brazilian authority for civil aviation, “as a precautionary measure”.
Stunning photo of northern lights from cockpit
Boeing 747 pilot has captured this amazing photo of the Northern Lights and the moon.
Small Plane Crashes Off Florida Coast
A Cessna plane crashed Friday evening more than 300 miles off the coast of Florida after air traffic controllers lost communication with the plane.
Pilot injured by laser beam
A WestJet pilot flying from Newfoundland to Florida had his eyes burned by green laser light in the evening of May 18, 2019.
Boeing 737 Max: China's top airlines seek compensation
Air China, China Southern and China Eastern have filed claims for payouts, according to state media reports.
Authorities decode Superjet 100 accident flight recorders
Russian authorities have finished decoding flight recorders of Aeroflot Superjet 100, which left 41 people dead and 11 injured after crash landing in Sheremetyevo International Airport.
Manchester airport 'back to normal' after cancelled flights
Power problems affected 13,000 travellers at Britain’s third-busiest airport on Sunday.
Extreme runway Action, landings and take offs
At Addis Ababa Bole International Airport you're seeing the Ethiopian Airlines fleet in action including the Airbus A350, Boeing 777, Boeing 787 and more.
Five seater self-flying air taxi unveiled
A German start-up has unveiled what it says is the world's first five seater self-flying taxi.
ILS is insecure and can be hacked
Instrument landing systems use by planes to land safely is insecure and can be hacked.
Passenger detained after he tried to open a plane door mid flight
Passengers on a recent Ryanair flight had a scary time when a man allegedly tried to open a plane door mid flight and threatened to “kill every one of you.”
Alaska: Two sightseeing planes collide midair
Three people were killed after two sightseeing airplanes carrying cruise ship tourists collided in midair Monday near a southeast Alaska town.
Pilot charged with triple homicide
American Airlines 51-year-old pilot had been arrested at Louisville International Airport in Kentucky Saturday and charged with killing three people in 2015.
Pilot lands plane without front wheels
A Myanmar pilot safely landed a jet without front wheels after the landing gear failed to deploy.
Airbus A350XWB, from Heathrow to Addis Ababa
Amazing cabin footage from passenger view in premium class.
Biman Airlines plane skids off runway in Myanmar, 17 injured
The aircraft appears to have skidded off left of the runway. All passengers have been reported as safe, with 17 injured people.
Aeroflot plane crash: Pilot error theory probed
Russian investigators are considering pilot error as a possible cause of the crash which killed 41 people on board an Aeroflot airliner at Moscow's Sheremetyevo airport.
No survivors found in Mexico crash
A plane crash in a remote mountain region in northern Mexico claimed the lives of all 13 people on board.
Boeing admits knowing of 737 Max problem
Boeing has admitted that it knew about a problem with its 737 Max jets a year before the aircraft was involved in two fatal accidents, but took no action.
Moscow plane fire: 41 killed on Aeroflot jet
Forty-one people were killed after a Russian plane made an emergency landing and burst into flames at Sheremetyevo airport in Moscow.
Plane skids off runway into river in Jacksonville, Florida
Boeing 737 was landing at a naval airport when it ended up in the St Johns river but 143 passengers and crew survive.
Unbelievable Aircraft Parallel Landing
San Francisco Airport is famous for its parallel runways which on occasion have two planes landing in sync!
Bombardier to sell Belfast operations
The Canadian aircraft manufacturer employs about 3,600 people across several locations in Northern Ireland.
FAA bans low flights over Venezuela's airspace
The FAA notice said any air operators currently in Venezuela, which would include private jets, should depart within 48 hours.
Lufthansa confirms a weak first quarter of 2019
Lufthansa reported on April 30, 2019, a net loss of €342 million in the first quarter of the year due to excess capacity in the European airline market but especially to the rise of fuel prices.
Backlash prompts airlines to cover seatback cameras
A backlash from travelers concerned about privacy is prompting airlines to cover small cameras in the back of customers’ seats.
A stowaway survived a 2-hour flight inside the landing gear
The circumstances are still not clear but a man was able to reach an Air France aircraft at Pointe à Pitre International Airport.
Computer breakdown infuriate travellers in Australia
Passengers condemn ‘chaos’ at Sydney and Melbourne international terminals.
Two Cathay pilots suffer loss of vision during flights
Two captains of Cathay Pacific Airways lost sight during two separate flights, according to the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department. In both cases, the first officer managed to land the aircraft safely.
UK ePassport gates open soon to 6 mil. additional visitors
Passengers with the chipped passports from these countries will be able to sidestep the long queues they previously found themselves facing and use ePassport smart gates from June.
Thomas Cook survival relies on risky breakup
Profit warnings and rising debt have caused Thomas Cook shares to lose 80 percent of their value in the last year.
Baby dies in arms of passenger
A two-month-old baby has died in the arms of a fellow passenger following a medical emergency onboard an AirAsia flight from Kuala Lumpur to Perth.
First Japan-Built Airliner in 50 Years
A new, long-delayed 88-passenger jet from Japan may finally be the right plane at the right time.
Three dead after Nepali aircraft hit helicopters while taking off
A small plane of the company Summit Air crashed during takeoff after colliding with two parked helicopters. The accident killed three people and injured three. + video of incident
American Airlines extends Boeing 737 Max flight cancellations
American Airlines has joined Southwest in canceling flights of the troubled 737 MAX through the busy northern summer peak period but believes it will be recertified sooner than August.
Airplane with world's longest wingspan take flight
A giant six-engine aircraft with the world’s longest wingspan – surpassing Howard Hughes’ infamous Spruce Goose – took off from California on its first flight on Saturday.
Falcon Heavy successful launch
SpaceX did it again! Successful launch and deployment of Arabsat-6A + landing of boosters.
Armed robbery at Tirana airport
One man was shot dead and four others were arrested following a high-stakes robbery at the Teresa Rinasi International Airport, Tirana.
Crash of Japanese F-35A confirmed, pilot missing
The crash of an F-35A stealth fighter jet of the Japan Self Defense Forces during a training flight on April 9, 2019, was confirmed.
How aviation connects the world – from Space
Aircraft tracking company Aireon has demonstrated the reach of aviation in the 21st century with a spectacular visualization of aircraft it tracked across the globe using its now operational space-based system.
Hainan launches premium economy class
Hainan Airlines’ first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with premium economy class is entering service with a new cabin layout that also features an upgraded business class.
Cathay Dragon flight makes emergency landing in Taiwan
The flight experiencing a "technical issue, probably technical failure on one of the engines" shortly after take-off, the carrier said.
Turkish Airlines is switching to a new Istanbul airport
In Erdoğan’s latest high-stakes megaproject, 10,000 pieces of equipment will be relocated in a single weekend.
Boeing 737 Max MCAS system explained
The BBC's transport correspondent talks through how the modification system - known as MCAS - was supposed to work, and what appeared to have happened in the Ethiopian air crash.
Qantas flight attendant was sacked due drinking
A Qantas flight attendant has failed in her attempt to be reinstated after she was sacked for drinking an estimated quarter-litre of vodka during a flight.
Flybe cancels dozens of flights
Airline blames shortage of pilots and Easter holidays as it apologies to passengers.
Jetstar 787 double engine problems
Japanese safety investigators are treating serioulsy problems with a Jetstar Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner on March 29 that saw pilots receive indications that both engines had failed.
Fix for 737 Max Software Is Delayed
Boeing’s software update for its troubled 737 Max jetliners has been delayed after the company deemed further work was needed on the fix.
Russia airline co-owner dies in private plane crash
The co-owner of Russia's second biggest airline died when her private plane crashed in Germany, the firm says.
Brussels boosts business class
Brussels Airlines is improving its business class and adding international premium economy seats onboard its Airbus A330 aircraft.
Sydney Airport grounds flights
Flights at Sydney Airport were grounded for more than an hour on Friday (Mar 29) after smoke was detected at its air traffic control tower.
Wow Air ceases operations
Icelandic budget airline on verge of bankruptcy and cancels all flights.
Boeing announces fixes for 737 Max
Boeing has issued changes to controversial control systems linked to two fatal crashes of its 737 Max planes in the past five months.
Airbus secures massive order of 300 aircraft
Airbus and state-owned China Aviation Supplies Holding Company (CASC) announced on March 25, 2019, the signing of an order for 290 Airbus of the A320 Family and 10 A350s.
Boeing invites pilots and regulators to briefing
Boeing Co said it invited more than 200 global airline pilots, technical leaders and regulators for an information session on Wednesday as it looks to return the 737 MAX to commercial service.
Sexual Assault on Flights
Experts Recommend Ways to Stay Safe and Combat It.
Indonesian airline cancels Boeing order
Garuda airline plans to cancel a $6 billion order for Boeing 737 MAX jets, it said on Friday, saying some passengers would be frightened to board the plane after two fatal crashes.
Iran Air Fokker F-100 lands with fire
Unable to extract the undercarriage, Iran Air Fokker F-100 was forced to land on a belly at Tehran Mehrabad Airport.
Lion Air pilots scoured handbook in minutes before crash
The pilots of a doomed Lion Air Boeing 737 MAX scrambled through a handbook to understand why the jet was lurching downwards in the final minutes before it hit the water killing all 189 people on board.
Boeing working to fully ensure 737 MAX safety
Boeing Chief executive has defended the company ’s record and says it is acting to fully ensure the safety of its new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
Qatar airways latest 777X revealed
Qatar Airways latest superjet, revealed this month, is called by airline executives an absolute peach and passengers will just love it.
Boeing to upgrade stall prevention on 737 MAX
Boeing in the next 10 days will roll out an upgrade to the MCAS stall prevention system for 737 MAX aircraft.
The passenger who just missed flight ET302
'Saved by luck': A man says he feels a moral obligation to the 157 killed to find out why the Ethiopian Airlines plane crashed.
Ethiopian crash black boxes arrive in Paris
Two black boxes from the Boeing 737 MAX airplane that crashed in Ethiopia arrived on Thursday in Paris for expert analysis.
US to ground all Boeing 737-8 MAX
Trump orders all Boeing 737 Max 8 planes to be grounded after two crashes in five months.
Questions about Boeing 737 Max 8
After the Ethiopian Airlines crash on Sunday, we asked readers to send us their questions about the type of plane that was involved.
Malaysia Airlines could be sold, shut or refinanced
Malaysia Airlines might be facing an uncertain future, as the country’s government is reportedly weighting in to shut, sell or refinance the national carrier.
Plane turns around after mother forgets baby at airport
A Malaysia-bound plane had to turn back to Saudi Arabia after a passenger realised she had left her baby in the terminal.
Boeing to roll out design changes on 737 Max 8
US air regulator says model is airworthy but will mandate alterations by April.
Groundings of Airplane Fleets Are Rare
Regulators are typically hesitant to ground entire fleets of planes. What tips the balance toward doing it?
Which airlines use the Boeing 737 Max 8?
Here is list of the airlines that have the 737 Max 8 in their fleet.
Data and Voice Recorders Are Recovered in Ethiopian Airlines Crash
Many airlines have decided not to fly the Boeing 747 Max 8 after that model crashed in Ethiopia on Sunday, months after a similar Lion Air crash off Indonesia.
Ethiopian Airlines: 'No survivors' on crashed Boeing 737
An Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 passenger jet has crashed on a flight from Addis Ababa to Nairobi.
SpaceX Dragon demo capsule returns to Earth
America's new commercial astronaut capsule has completed its demonstration flight with a successful splashdown in the Atlantic Ocean.
Forget the bizarre theories, MH370 lies 2,000km west of perth
Forget the hundreds of bizarre conspiracy theories we have been bombarded with over the past 5 years for MH370 lies approximately 2,000km west of Perth, off the coast of Western Australia.
British Airways puts on the Ritz for first class
The new look and feel to take to the skies from March 31, will include new bedding, amenities, and menus that would not look out of place in a revered five-star British hotel.
Three small bombs sent to London airports
British counter-terrorist police said they had launched an investigation into who sent three small bombs to two London airports and a major rail station.
Qantas flight suffered cabin depressurisation
Passengers were forced to wear oxygen masks as a flight from Adelaide to Canberra was diverted to Melbourne on Tuesday morning following a mid-air incident.
MH370: Ocean infinity stands ready to resume search
Ocean Infinity stands ready to resume the search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 on a no-fee, no-find basis and says it is better placed to conduct it than it was 12 months ago.
Successful launch of Crew Dragon’s first demonstration
This test flight without crew on board is intended to demonstrate SpaceX’s capabilities to safely fly astronauts.
Stansted Airport reopens after aborted takeoff
Passengers describe ‘huge bang’ followed by evacuation of Vienna-bound flight.
Revamped VIP Terminal at Vienna Airport
VIP guests at Vienna Airport, Austria, can now travel with a touch of glamour following the complete renovation of the VIP Terminal.
Disrupted flights due to closure of Pakistan Airspace
Thousands of flights have been delayed, disputed or canceled by the closure by Pakistan of its airspace for commercial flights after tensions escalated with India.
Pakistan shoots down two Indian jets
Pakistan says it has shot down two Indian Air Force jets in a major escalation of the Kashmir conflict.
Pilatus PC-6 Porter landing and take off
Nice video of landing and take off in Kalimantan, Pujungan Airstrip in Indonesia.
Bangladesh plane forced to land in 'hijack attempt'
An airliner flying from the Bangladeshi capital Dhaka to Dubai was forced to make an emergency landing following a hijack attempt, local media report.
World's biggest jet engine test cell
Delta Air Lines had the future on its mind when it built the world’s biggest jet engine test cell in Georgia.
A Boeing 767 has crashed into Trinity Bay
A Prime Air Boeing 767 Cargo has crashed into Trinity Bay near Houston Bush Airport. No survivors.
Boeing 777X nears rollout
Boeing is edging closer to unveiling its latest jet the Boeing 777X with three now in production. It is expected that the 777X will roll out during March.
The best time to book cheap Airfares
Passengers looking for cheap airfares are advised to book flights at least three weeks ahead of travel and buy their tickets on a weekend.
BOAC 747-400 First pictures and video
The first British Airways retro scheme aircraft, a Boeing 747 in BOAC (British Overseas Airways Corporation) colors, has been unveiled at Dublin Airport. The retro scheme is all part of the celebrations of its 100-year birthday this year.
Lion Air plane skids off runway
A Lion Air passenger plane skidded off a runway outside a city on the Indonesian island of Borneo on Saturday (Feb 16) during heavy rain.
A Humiliating End to the Superjumbo Era
Airbus set out to remake air travel with its ambitious A380. Here’s how it happened, and what went wrong.
It's Official, Airbus to end production of A380
Airbus has announced it will end production of its flagship A380 superjumbo passenger jet, potentially putting UK jobs at risk.
5 passengers injured after an air stairs collapsed
A group of passengers plummeted from an air stairs when it collapsed as they boarded a flight from Siberia to Moscow.
Piper PA-46 crashed into snowbank at Courchevel Altiport
Four of five passengers received injuries and were treated in the medical office nearby. One young woman was reported to be seriously injured.
The future of human spaceflight in America
This year, American astronauts will go back to space in American rockets.
Difficulty plane landing during Storm Erik in UK
British Airways plane had difficulty landing at Heathrow airport in London due to strong winds.
Thomas Cook considers sale of airline
Thomas Cook has said it is conducting a "strategic review" of its airline as it seeks to find funds to invest more in its hotels business.
Farnborough Air Show 2018
Amazing 2 minutes video cut of the Air Show in Farnborough.
Germania airline files for bankruptcy
Budget airline Germania has filed for bankruptcy and cancelled all of its flights with immediate effect.
Small plane crash into house outside L.A.
Plane crash kills 5, sparks house fire, scatters debris in neighborhood outside L.A. (CBC News)
Missing Premier League footballer’s plane found
The plane carrying the missing Cardiff City player Emiliano Sala and pilot David Ibbotson has been found.
Robots are taking over airports
Just a decade back a fully automated airport with no staff seemed something out of a science fiction movie. Today it is a reality.
New self-bag-drop installation in Montréal-Trudeau
The new check-in area in the terminal building at Montréal-Trudeau Airport delivers a much-improved passenger experience with its 16 new self-bag-drop kiosks, positioned as a self-bag-drop island.
'Sonic boom' on Heathrow every five minutes?
Heathrow airport could be hit by a sonic boom every five minutes as a new class of supersonic aircraft come into service, research suggests.
New Photos of Russia's Combat Drone
The “Hunter” remotely piloted aircraft strongly resembles other recent UCAV designs from China and the U.S. (theaviationist.com)
Emergency landing after passenger demands diversion
A Russian domestic flight made an emergency landing in Siberia on Tuesday (Jan 22) after a passenger demanded the plane change course, authorities said.
Rescue teams search for light aircraft missing over Channel
Helicopters and lifeboats battle worsening weather to find plane believed to be a Piper Malibu bound for Cardiff from France.
40 people arrested in 2018 for misusing boarding passes at Changi Airport
A total of 40 people were arrested last year for misusing their boarding passes at Changi Airport, the police said.
Plane skids off Chicago runway during huge storm
A plane carrying 129 people skidded from a slick Chicago runway. No injuries were reported on the United Airlines flight at O’Hare International Airport as it arrived from Phoenix, Chicago fire officials said.
Human jets
Yes, those are people *flying* beside planes.
Cargolux flight makes emergency landing
A cockpit fire caused a Cargolux Airlines flight to return to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on Wednesday (Jan 16) shortly after take-off.
Cargo plane crashes in Iran, at least 7 dead
A military cargo plane crashed near the Iranian capital Tehran with 16 people on board, local media said on Monday (Jan 14), citing an army statement.
Cathay Pacific makes second first class blunder in two weeks
An error on Cathay Pacific's website resulted in premium tickets being offered at a fraction of their value, for the second time in less than two weeks.
Amazing skills of Helicopter Pilot by the Rescue in the Alps
An incredible video of an injured skier's rescue in the French Alps is the only resume one helicopter pilot will likely ever need, with the footage showcasing the pro's awe-inspiring landing skills during the daring mission.
German airport security staff strike
More than 640 flights in Germany were canceled on Thursday due to security staff strikes at Duesseldorf, Cologne and Stuttgart airports.
Saudi private jet industry stalls after corruption crackdown
A crackdown on corruption in Saudi Arabia has severely dented the kingdom's private jet industry in a sign of the impact the campaign has had on private enterprise and the wealthy elite.
Scoot flight turned back to Changi Airport due to weather radar fault
A Scoot airplane was forced to turn back to Changi Airport less than an hour into its flight to Melbourne on Tuesday (Jan 8) due to a fault in its weather radar.
Turkish Boeing 737-800 skidded off the runway at Lviv Airport
None of the 59 passengers and 6 crew members on board the aircraft were injured as a result of the incident,” the airport said, adding that there was no significant damage to the plane.
Ryanair ranked 'worst airline' for sixth year in a row
In the annual survey of short-haul airlines, passengers gave the airline the lowest possible rating for boarding, seat comfort, food and drink, and cabin environment.
Air disasters timeline
A chronology of major air disasters since 1998.
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