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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.
Pioneering NHS Geriatrician Dr Christopher Roles Dies at 88
Tribute to Dr Christopher Roles, the visionary NHS geriatrician whose groundbreaking patient-centred approach transformed elderly care and medical training across Britain.
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.
Bob Owston: Internet Pioneer & Digital Rights Champion Dies
The remarkable life and legacy of Bob Owston, the pioneering computer scientist, cybersecurity expert, and digital rights activist who helped build the modern internet and tirelessly defended online liberties.
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.
Dr Anne Merriman: Palliative Care Pioneer Dies
Remembering Dr Anne Merriman, the pioneering medic who revolutionised hospice care in Africa and championed dignity in dying.
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.
Ree Drummond's marriage secret after 30 years
The Pioneer Woman star Ree Drummond shares her surprising advice for keeping a marriage strong after three decades with husband Ladd.
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.
Quantum physics pioneer Bert Wraith dies at 78
A tribute to the life and groundbreaking contributions of Bert Wraith, the pioneering physicist whose work reshaped our understanding of quantum mechanics.
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.
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.
Rave pioneer Eamon Downes dies after cancer battle
Tributes pour in for rave pioneer Eamon Downes, known as Liquid, who has died following a courageous five-year battle with cancer. His family confirmed the heartbreaking news.
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.
Space jump legend Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident
Felix Baumgartner, the daredevil who made history with his record-breaking space jump, has died in a paragliding accident. The world mourns the loss of an aviation pioneer.
Felix Baumgartner dies in paragliding accident
Felix Baumgartner, the daredevil who made history with his stratospheric freefall, has tragically passed away following a paragliding crash in Italy. The world mourns the loss of an aviation pioneer.
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.