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Airbus's preliminary probe says an Air India Phuket-Delhi flight briefly lost control after all three hydraulic systems failed, injuring 24 people.
US investigators say broken engine fan blade fragments smashed a Ryanair cabin window mid-flight, partially sucking a Serbian passenger's head and shoulder out of the hole.
Mesfin Tasew, CEO of Ethiopian Airlines, has extended his mandate for an additional year due to the board's inability to agree on a successor.
The UAE Cyber Security Council has successfully foiled advanced cyber attacks targeting the aviation, energy, and education sectors.
An Air India pilot is undergoing a confirmatory psychoactive drug test after a flight from Phuket to New Delhi experienced severe turbulence, injuring 17 passengers and crew. The incident, which saw the Airbus A320 plunge 300 feet, is now under investigation by India's Ai…
An Air India Airbus A320 plane plunged dramatically in turbulence, injuring 17 passengers and crew. The pilot is undergoing a 'confirmatory' psychoactive drug test.
At least four people have been killed in a helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, according to a statement from the Colombian consul in the country. The crash involved a pilot and three Colombian women who were members of the same family.
Court orders Dana Air to pay passenger N5.5 million over 11-hour flight delay
The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered Dana Air to pay N5.5 million to a passenger, Babajide Idowu, for an 11-hour flight delay in 2018, citing a breach of contract.
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has approved a performance bonus equivalent to one month’s basic salary for its employees in recognition of their hard work and commitment to the national carrier.
Black kites are a major challenge to flying operations at Pune Airfield due to their flying behavior, size, and feeding habits, which increase the risk of collisions with aircraft during take-off and landing.
An Australian aviation crew has carried out a daring midwinter mission to rescue a US expedition member from a station in Antarctica in freezing temperatures and total darkness.
Malaysia Aviation Group has ordered mandatory drug testing for all pilots after a Malaysia Airlines pilot was arrested in Indonesia for alleged trafficking. The pilot was found with 26kg of MDMA in his luggage and tested positive for cocaine and methamphetamines.
Brazil's federal police have formally accused 16 current and former employees of the Voepass airline of actions contributing to the August 2024 crash that killed all 62 people on board the plane.
6 must-have travel gadgets, according to industry experts
Travel experts share their top picks for gadgets that make long flights and trips easier, including a wireless audio adapter, a universal airplane phone holder, a travel adapter, a portable white noise machine, and a power bank.
UK and Eurozone construction downturns eased in July, with UK firms showing increased optimism despite ongoing challenges, while German factory orders rose faster than anticipated. However, Wizz Air reported a quarterly loss due to soaring fuel costs linked to the Iran war.
Air India has appointed a new chief executive, Tewolde Gebremariam, as the airline grapples with financial losses and safety challenges. Gebremariam succeeds Campbell Wilson, who stepped down in April.
The hidden cost of global flight disruptions
A new survey quantifies the financial and emotional toll of flight disruptions, pointing to a widening gap between passenger rights on paper and passenger experience in practice.
US President Donald Trump's military helicopter Marine One briefly flew too close to a passenger jet taking off from Washington's Reagan National airport, prompting investigations by both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board.
Andrew R. Harrison, EVP and CCO of Alaska Air Group, sold 5,300 shares of common stock on Aug. 3, 2026, according to a recent SEC Form 4 filing.
FAA certifies Boeing 737 MAX 7 after years of delays
US regulators approved Boeing's smallest 737 MAX jet more than eight years after its maiden flight, clearing the way for deliveries after a certification process prolonged by safety reforms following the model's two fatal crashes.
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Boeing's 737 Max 7 plane long-awaited certification after a thorough review that lasted nearly a decade. The certification comes after the FAA completed a detailed review of the plane's design and safety studies.
At least 13 people have been killed in a small plane crash in Peru while viewing the famous Nazca Lines. The plane was carrying passengers, mostly tourists, when it crashed on Saturday.
Iranian Army declares comprehensive diplomatic and intelligence efforts underway to determine the fate of three Air Force Su-24 pilots who went missing following a high-precision strike against the US-operated Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
An F-35B stealth fighter plane has crashed in California, but its pilot ejected and is expected to survive, the US Marine Corps said.
Heathrow Airport has been permitted by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to recoup £320m spent on its third runway expansion plan. This cost will be recovered through higher airline charges, potentially increasing airfares for passengers over the next 20-25 years.
An Emirates Airbus A380 flight from Dubai to Shanghai was diverted to Hangzhou due to thundery weather, leaving 373 passengers stranded on the tarmac for 10 hours. The plane's air-conditioning system failed, and the crew had to wait for new pilots to arrive, causing furth…
American Airlines has lifted a national ground stop after a system outage, the airline confirmed Tuesday night. The outage impacted all airports and facilities, causing flights to be temporarily grounded.
Aviation workers have issued a seven-day ultimatum to airline operators and other defaulting organisations to settle outstanding 5 per cent Ticket Sales Charges owed to aviation agencies or face nationwide picketing.
Etihad Airways has signed interline agreements with Nigeria's Air Peace and Ghana's Africa World Airlines, expanding its West African network. This strategy allows the Emirati carrier to compete more effectively with rivals Emirates and Qatar Airways on the continent.
A Norwegian flight from Oslo to Dubrovnik made an emergency landing in Vienna after a window cracked. Fortunately, no passengers were injured. The cause of the damage is still under investigation.