Lufthansa Pilots Fall Asleep Simultaneously Mid-Flight
Exclusive: Lufthansa confirms pilots fell asleep simultaneously during cruise, forcing autopilot landing. Investigation reveals alarming fatigue risks in commercial aviation.
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German Pilots Admit Sleeping in Cockpit During Flights
A startling survey reveals over half of German pilots have fallen asleep mid-flight, with a third waking to find their co-pilot also asleep. Experts call for urgent review of fatigue management protocols.
AI and Airbags Create World's First 'Crash-Proof' Plane
A groundbreaking new aircraft design featuring an AI co-pilot and massive external airbags promises to create the world's first 'virtually crash-proof' plane, potentially saving thousands of lives.
Australia's Budget Soars: Record $44bn Surplus Sparks Tax Debate
Australia's budget surplus hits a staggering $44bn, nearly double previous forecasts, igniting fierce political debate over tax cuts and cost-of-living relief ahead of the next election.
Pilot Dies in Buckinghamshire Light Aircraft Crash
A pilot has tragically died after a light aircraft crashed in a Buckinghamshire field. Emergency services rushed to the scene near Long Crendon, but the sole occupant was pronounced dead. The Air Accidents Investigation Branch has launched a probe.
Drunk Alaska Airlines Pilot Avoids Prison in Plea Deal
Exclusive: An Alaska Airlines pilot who attempted to fly with an alcohol level four times the legal limit has accepted a plea deal, avoiding jail time. The shocking case raises serious questions about aviation safety protocols.
Passenger Films Mid-Air Plane Collision Over Chicago
Shocking footage emerges of two small aircraft colliding over Chicago, sending one plane spiralling into a fatal crash. Eyewitnesses and passengers recount the terrifying moment.
Indonesia grounds Airbus A320 fleet after runway overshoot
Indonesia's transport ministry has ordered immediate inspections for all Airbus A320 aircraft after a Batik Air flight with 157 people on board overshot the runway and skidded into the sea.
Delta sued after pilot dumps jet fuel on LA school
Delta Air Lines is embroiled in a major lawsuit after one of its pilots allegedly jettisoned jet fuel directly over a Los Angeles school playground, causing a health crisis and injuring dozens of children and staff. The shocking incident has raised seriou
Spirit Airlines Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
US budget carrier Spirit Airlines seeks bankruptcy protection amid financial turbulence, raising questions about transatlantic travel and competition.
Laser attacker blinds police helicopter crew in dangerous incident
Shocking footage reveals the moment a dangerous individual targets a National Police Air Service helicopter with a high-powered green laser, temporarily blinding pilots and risking catastrophic mid-air disaster over British skies.
Hot Air Balloon's Perfect Emergency Landing on Bedford Street
In a breathtaking display of skill, a hot air balloon pilot safely guided his craft onto a narrow residential street in Bedford after encountering unexpected fog, averting a potential disaster and astonishing locals.
Air India Safety Crisis: Regulator Admits 40% Staff Shortage
An explosive investigation reveals that India's aviation regulator, the DGCA, is operating with a severe 40% staff shortage, raising alarming safety concerns for Air India and millions of passengers. Discover the full story behind the staffing crisis.
Trump’s Firefighter Cuts: Public Safety at Risk?
The Trump administration's latest budget cuts target firefighter funding, raising concerns over public safety and emergency response capabilities. Experts warn of dire consequences.
Female pilots outperform males in landing precision
New research shows female pilots are more precise in landings and better at handling extreme weather, challenging industry stereotypes.
Five dead in Kenya plane crash tragedy
A devastating plane crash in Kenya's Kiambu County has left five people dead, including a family of four. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
4 Dead in Arizona Plane Crash - Investigation Underway
A devastating plane crash in Arizona has left four people dead, with authorities investigating the cause of the tragedy. Read the latest updates.
Labour's carbon offset plan for Heathrow expansion
The Labour Party unveils ambitious plans to counterbalance carbon emissions from Heathrow Airport's expansion, aiming for a sustainable aviation sector.
Air India Exposed: 51 Safety Violations Found
India's aviation watchdog has uncovered 51 alarming safety violations at Air India, raising serious concerns over pilot training and operational standards as investigations into a deadly crash continue.
Spirit Airlines furloughs pilots, cuts flights
Budget carrier Spirit Airlines announces furloughs for pilots and significant flight reductions as it battles financial turbulence. What does this mean for travellers?
Expert questions missing seconds in Air India crash report
An aviation specialist has flagged critical discrepancies in the Air India crash report, questioning missing timestamps that could hold key answers.
Indian minister criticised over Air India crash remarks
India's aviation minister has sparked outrage after making controversial comments about a tragic Air India Express crash, drawing sharp criticism from victims' families and opposition leaders.
Pilots' chilling final words before crash revealed
Disturbing audio captures the final moments of pilots as they struggled to control the plane before the fatal crash. Read the harrowing details.
Two dead in Queensland light aircraft crash
A light aircraft crash near Oakey, Queensland, has claimed two lives, prompting an urgent investigation by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau.
Trump's $9.4B cuts target NPR, PBS in major win
Former President Donald Trump achieves a significant political win as $9.4 billion in spending cuts are approved, slashing funding for NPR and PBS in a move critics call radical.
Air India cockpit recorder erased mid-flight – probe launched
An Air India flight faced a potential disaster when the cockpit voice recorder was accidentally erased mid-flight. Investigators are probing the alarming incident.
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