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Brit dies swallowing cocaine packets on Dubai flight

A British national has died in a suspected drug smuggling tragedy after swallowing multiple packets of cocaine during a flight to Dubai. The incident has sparked international warnings about the extreme dangers of body packing.

Pilot's emergency transatlantic landing in Newfoundland

A lone pilot flying from Portugal to North America faced a harrowing mid-air emergency, forcing a dramatic landing on a remote Newfoundland airstrip in fading light. The incredible story of survival against the odds.

Heathrow Emergency: American Airlines Flight Alert

Dramatic scenes unfolded at Heathrow Airport as an American Airlines flight from Miami declared an emergency, triggering a massive response from fire crews and emergency services on the tarmac.

British grandad fights for life after Tenerife balcony fall

A British grandfather is fighting for his life after falling from a hotel balcony in Tenerife during a family holiday. The 73-year-old from Essex suffered catastrophic injuries in the four-storey plunge as his devastated family watches over him in a Spani

Delta Jet Skids Off Runway at LaGuardia Airport

A Delta Air Lines flight from Cancun made an emergency landing at LaGuardia Airport, skidding off the runway amid heavy rain and strong winds. All passengers and crew evacuated safely with minor injuries reported.

Drunken tourist forces Egypt flight emergency landing

A British holidaymaker's alcohol-fuelled rampage aboard a TUI flight from London to Egypt caused chaos mid-air, forcing pilots to make an emergency diversion to Crete where she was arrested by Greek authorities.

Virginia man drives himself to hospital during heart attack

In an extraordinary tale of survival, a Virginia man experiencing a massive heart attack managed to drive himself to hospital, where a leading cardiologist happened to be on duty - the same specialist who had treated his father years earlier.

Emirates flight diverted after passenger's H-1B visa panic

An Emirates flight from Dubai to the US was thrown into turmoil after a passenger's H-1B visa misunderstanding caused widespread panic, forcing an unscheduled landing. Exclusive details and passenger footage reveal the tense scenes aboard EK209.

Ryanair crew injured in severe turbulence incident

A Ryanair flight from Manchester to Majorca was struck by severe turbulence, launching a flight attendant into the ceiling and causing panic onboard. The incident highlights the dangers of clear-air turbulence.

Air Canada flight in dramatic medical U-turn over ocean

An Air Canada Airbus A321 bound for Mallorca was forced to abandon its transatlantic journey and return to Montreal following a serious medical incident involving a passenger, highlighting the airline's emergency protocols.

Severe Turbulence Injures Multiple on Delta Flight

A Delta Air Lines flight from Milan to Atlanta was struck by sudden, severe turbulence, resulting in multiple injuries and an emergency diversion. The incident highlights the ongoing dangers of in-flight turbulence.

Severe Turbulence Injures Dozens on Delta Flight

A Delta Air Lines flight from Milan to Atlanta was struck by sudden, severe turbulence, resulting in multiple injuries and an emergency diversion to Dublin. The incident highlights the unpredictable dangers of clear-air turbulence.

Ryanair Flight Cancellation: How I Won £400 Compensation

A Ryanair passenger's nightmare flight cancellation turned into a £400 victory. This definitive guide reveals the step-by-step process to claim what you're owed under UK261 regulations. Discover how to fight back against airline delays and cancellations.

Frank Bruno Hospitalised After Medical Emergency on Flight

British boxing icon Frank Bruno was rushed to hospital after falling seriously ill on a long-haul flight from Miami to London. The 62-year-old champion is now stabilised and receiving care, with his family by his bedside.

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