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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.

Daredevil pilot Eric Nixon dies in helicopter crash

Aviation community mourns as experienced pilot Eric Nixon dies in helicopter crash near Huntington Beach, California. Investigation underway into the tragic incident that shocked local residents.

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.

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.

Australian Pilot's Cocaine Crash Ordeal in Brazil

The family of an Australian pilot, arrested after a plane carrying 600kg of cocaine crashed in Brazil, speaks out for the first time about his shocking downfall and their desperate fight for his freedom.

Heathrow Horror: Plane Aborts Landing in Storm Amy's 60mph Winds

Shocking video captures the heart-stopping moment a passenger plane is forced to abort its landing at Heathrow Airport as Storm Amy's 60mph crosswrips batter the UK. The dramatic go-around procedure showcases immense pilot skill amidst dangerous condition

Aussie Pilot on Cocaine in Fatal Brazil Plane Crash

Exclusive investigation reveals an Australian pilot had cocaine in his system during a fatal cargo plane crash in Brazil, raising serious questions about aviation safety and international oversight.

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.

German Pilots Admit Falling Asleep During Flights

Exclusive: A shocking survey by Germany's pilots' union reveals hundreds of flight crew have accidentally fallen asleep in the cockpit, raising serious safety concerns about fatigue in the aviation industry.

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