Why planes get sprayed with water before takeoff
Discover the ceremonial tradition of plane water salutes, a mark of respect for retiring pilots and special events. Uncover the history and meaning behind this aviation ritual.
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Pilot urges Australians to join aviation industry
Commercial pilot Amelia Johnson calls for more Australians to get pilot licenses, highlighting earning potential up to £300,000 and addressing industry challenges.
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.
Pilot who tried to cut plane's engines sentenced
Former Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson sentenced for trying to cut engines mid-flight. Judge cites mental health, sentences time served. Read the full story.
Rhod Gilbert cancels show after bereavement
Comedian Rhod Gilbert cancels Salisbury performance hours before showtime following a personal bereavement. All tickets remain valid for the rescheduled date.
Pilot Sentenced for Attempting to Cut Plane Engines
Former pilot Joseph Emerson is sentenced after trying to shut down a passenger jet's engines while off-duty. Read the full details of the shocking incident and its legal aftermath.
Pilot who tried to cut engines faces sentencing
Former Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson to be sentenced for attempting to cut engines mid-flight. Read the full story on the courtroom decision and its implications for aviation safety.
Pilot: 300 phones can interfere with plane instruments
An A330 pilot explains why ignoring aeroplane mode, especially during high-precision landings, poses a real safety risk due to collective electronic interference.
Delta pilot's ice cream promise soothes nervous passengers
A Delta pilot's heartwarming message about promising his daughter ice cream goes viral, offering reassurance to travellers amidst government shutdown chaos and flight disruptions.
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.
Child, 9, targets plane with laser in shocking footage
Disturbing footage emerges of a nine-year-old boy deliberately aiming a powerful green laser at a commercial airliner's cockpit, creating serious aviation safety concerns and potential criminal investigation.
World's Longest Flight: 185 Hours London-Sydney
Qantas prepares to launch the ultimate marathon flight - a revolutionary 19,000km non-stop journey from the UK to Australia that will redefine long-haul travel forever.
JetBlue flight diverted to Tampa after passenger disruption
A disruptive passenger incident forced a JetBlue flight from Cancun to Newark into an emergency landing at Tampa International Airport, with FBI agents meeting the aircraft.
JetBlue flight plunges mid-air, injuring passengers
A JetBlue flight from Florida to Puerto Rico experienced a sudden, dramatic altitude drop causing injuries and panic among passengers. Emergency protocols activated as aircraft makes safe return to Fort Lauderdale.
Eurowings flight hits severe turbulence over France
An Eurowings flight from Düsseldorf to Paris became a nightmare journey as severe turbulence injured multiple passengers and forced an emergency landing.
United flight diverted to Boston after onboard stabbing
A United Airlines flight from Las Vegas to Boston became the scene of a terrifying mid-air incident when a passenger allegedly stabbed a flight attendant, forcing an emergency diversion.
Pilot logs cockpit cockroach incident in bizarre entry
A commercial airline pilot's unusual logbook entry detailing a cockroach incident mid-flight has gone viral, raising questions about in-flight emergencies and cabin cleanliness standards.
Pilots sent to drug and alcohol clinics amid safety fears
Exclusive investigation reveals dozens of UK airline pilots referred to substance misuse clinics, raising urgent questions about aviation safety protocols and pilot welfare.
Pilot's shocking truth about severe turbulence revealed
An experienced airline captain reveals what really occurs in the cockpit when planes hit rough air, explaining why passengers should stay calm during bumpy flights.
Pilot dies during Manchester-bound flight from Majorca
A commercial flight from Majorca to Manchester declared an emergency after the captain suffered a fatal medical emergency, forcing first officer to make emergency landing.
Pilot: Switching plane seats could endanger flight
An experienced airline captain reveals the hidden dangers of passengers switching seats mid-flight and how it could compromise aircraft safety and balance.
United flight makes emergency U-turn over Atlantic
A United Airlines flight from Venice to Newark was forced to make a dramatic mid-air turnaround after the pilot delivered an unexpected announcement that left passengers stunned and concerned about their safety.
United Airlines pilot medical emergency forces plane to land
A United Airlines flight from Vegas to Virginia made an urgent emergency landing after the pilot suffered a serious medical emergency mid-flight, with passengers praising the calm response of cabin crew.
Air India flight sabotage scare: Disaster narrowly avoided
Exclusive investigation reveals how an Air India flight from Delhi to San Francisco narrowly escaped catastrophe after suspected deliberate interference with cockpit controls.
Pilot reveals why airplane mode is crucial for flight safety
An experienced airline captain reveals the terrifying truth about what really happens when passengers ignore flight mode rules - and why it's not just another annoying safety announcement.
Man accused of attempted rape on easyJet flight to Manchester
Shocking court case reveals allegations of sexual assault at 35,000 feet as passenger faces trial for attempted rape during UK domestic flight.
Passenger dies on Amsterdam flight, emergency landing in Canada
A KLM flight from Amsterdam to Los Angeles made an emergency landing in Canada after a female passenger suffered a medical emergency and died, sparking an investigation into in-flight medical incidents.
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.
Texas plane crash rescue after emergency landing from Iowa
A routine flight from Iowa to Guyana turns into a nightmare scenario as engine failure forces an emergency landing in rural Texas, with dramatic rescue efforts captured in tense 911 audio.
Qld police helicopter pilot's £183k salary revealed
A senior Queensland police helicopter pilot's staggering £183,000 annual salary has ignited controversy, raising questions about public sector spending and transparency in aviation operations.
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