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Air Canada flight returns after worker trapped in hold
An Air Canada Rouge flight was forced to taxi back to the gate after passengers heard a trapped ground handler shouting from the luggage hold. Read the full story of the bizarre incident.
Drunk pilot incidents: What safeguards protect passengers?
A series of alarming incidents involving intoxicated pilots has spotlighted the strict alcohol rules governing UK aviation. Discover the safeguards designed to keep flights safe.
Heathrow 2025 Power Cut Caused UK's Worst Flight Chaos
A major power outage at Heathrow Airport in March 2025 caused over 1,000 flights to be cancelled, disrupting 220,000 passengers. Discover your rights to compensation.
BA Turbulence Breaks Ankles, Investigation Finds
An AAIB report details how turbulence on a BA flight from LA to Heathrow left two with broken ankles. The captain's swift action with seatbelt signs prevented more injuries. Read the full investigation.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
EasyJet Egypt flight cancelled after police alert
An EasyJet flight from Belfast to Hurghada was cancelled after police were called to deal with disruptive passengers. The journey was rescheduled for Sunday.
Emirates A380 circles London for 2 hours after gear fault
An Emirates Airbus A380 bound for Dubai was forced into a 90-minute hold over Kent on New Year's Eve due to a landing gear door malfunction. The flight safely returned to Heathrow. Read the full details.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Real Reason You Must Open Plane Window Blinds Revealed
A flight attendant explains the critical safety reasons behind the window blind rule. Plus, discover why ignoring 'flight mode' causes headaches for pilots.
EasyJet flight to Iceland diverted to Edinburgh by weather
An easyJet flight from Manchester to Iceland was forced to land in Edinburgh due to adverse weather and low visibility. Passengers faced overnight delays and rescheduled travel. Read the full story.
CAA Approves Santa's Christmas Eve Flight After Safety Checks
The UK Civil Aviation Authority confirms Santa's sleigh has passed all safety inspections for Christmas Eve. Get festive travel tips for your own journeys.
Flight Attendant's Chilling Revelation After 'Dead Gran' easyJet Flight
A former Virgin Atlantic crew member shares the horrific reality of passenger deaths mid-flight, following the shocking easyJet incident where a grandmother died. Read the exclusive details.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
EasyJet flight delayed after passenger death onboard
An 89-year-old woman died on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick, causing an 11-hour delay. Passengers claim she 'looked dead' while boarding. Read the full story.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
124 Deaths Show UK Health and Safety Rules Must Stay
Ruth Wilkinson of IOSH warns that deregulating health and safety is dangerous and costly. With 124 workplace deaths last year, we must uphold standards for safe growth.
Ex-Agent's Crucial Airport Safety Tip for Holiday Pick-Ups
A former Secret Service agent warns of a common security risk at airport car parks this festive season. Discover his essential safety advice for anyone collecting loved ones.
Passenger tries to open plane door mid-flight over Alaska
A man on an Alaska Airlines flight attempted to open the cabin door at 18,000 feet while hallucinating. Read the full story of the in-flight chaos and the legal consequences.
Never Eat Unsealed Plane Food, Warns Ex-Cabin Crew
A former flight attendant shares crucial hygiene advice for airline meals. Discover which foods to avoid and why, plus tips for staying healthy in the air.
JetBlue Flight's Sudden Drop: Cosmic Ray Theory Emerges
A sudden altitude drop on a JetBlue flight injuring 15 is under scrutiny. Airbus cited solar radiation, but a UK space expert suggests a cosmic ray may be the true culprit. Read the full investigation.
Jetstar flight diverted after engine failure scare
Jetstar flight from Canberra to Gold Coast forced into emergency landing after engine failure. Passengers describe terrifying moments as plane returns to Canberra.
US flight diverted after fumes hospitalise five people
An American Airlines flight from Orlando to Phoenix was forced to land in Houston after a foul odour filled the cabin, hospitalising five. Read the full report on the incident.
American Airlines flight evacuated in Philadelphia
An American Airlines aircraft was urgently evacuated at Philadelphia airport after passengers reported smelling smoke. Emergency services responded immediately to the incident.
Disruptive passenger restrained on Qantas flight to Sydney
A disruptive passenger was restrained by fellow travellers and crew on Qantas flight QF654 from Perth to Sydney. Australian Federal Police removed the individual upon landing. Read the full details.
Alaska Airlines Pilot Gets Light Sentence for Mid-Flight Incident
Joseph Emerson, the Alaska Airlines pilot who tried to cut off a plane's engine mid-flight, has been sentenced to time served. Discover the full story behind this shocking aviation incident.
Virgin Australia flight aborts takeoff after brake fire
A dramatic emergency unfolded at Brisbane Airport when a Virgin Australia flight bound for Bali was forced to abort takeoff after its brakes reportedly caught fire, with passengers evacuated via emergency slides.
Boeing 767 makes emergency landing at Bedford airfield
A Boeing 767 cargo flight from Honolulu to Washington DC was forced to make an emergency landing at Laurence G Hanscom Field, Bedford after declaring an in-flight emergency. The FAA has launched an investigation into the incident.
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