Pilot Reveals Cockpit View During Turbulence to Calm Nervous Fliers
Pilot shares video comparing passenger and cockpit views during turbulence, reassuring that it is safe and normal.
Category : Transport
Transport Secretary Rules Out Airport-Style Scanners for UK Trains After Stabbing
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander rejects airport-style scanners but orders review after train stabbing leaves 11 injured.
Drivers Urged to Limit Non-Essential Journeys as Fuel Prices Rise
AA advises cutting non-essential journeys as oil tops $100 a barrel, with petrol up 5p to 137.5p and diesel up 9p to 151.0p since Feb 28.
EasyJet and Ryanair to Take Legal Action Over French Air Traffic Strikes
EasyJet and Ryanair plan legal action with the European Commission over French air traffic controller strikes causing flight cancellations and costs.
Gatwick says Monday flights normal after water outage
Gatwick Airport confirms water supply restored and expects all facilities open for Monday flights after Sunday's outage caused closures of toilets, cafes and restaurants.
Spain High-Speed Train Crash: Outdated Signalling System Under Scrutiny
A high-speed train crash in Spain on 18 January exposes outdated signalling systems as investigators probe a switch malfunction.
Workplace Parking Levy Plans Spark Fury as Councils Target Drivers
Almost a dozen councils in England and Wales consider workplace parking levies, with charges up to £1,250 per space, sparking accusations of double taxation on drivers.
Delta Crew Blocked Passenger With Beverage Cart
Delta flight attendants used a beverage cart to block an unruly passenger who shoved a crew member, causing unplanned landing in Alaska.
Light Aircraft Crash Near Manchester Prompts Emergency Response
Emergency services respond to a light aircraft crash in Littleborough, near Manchester. Details are emerging.
Clifton Suspension Bridge Chains Refurbishment Set to Complete by Spring 2025
The iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge is undergoing a painstaking £8m refurbishment of its original wrought-iron chains, due to finish next spring.
RAC Recommends Shaving Foam Hack to Prevent Car Windscreen Fogging
The RAC suggests using shaving foam to stop car condensation. Here's how to apply it correctly for clear windscreens.
Eastern Airways Suspends All UK Domestic Flights, Passengers Urged Not to Travel
Eastern Airways suspends all flights, files for administration. CAA urges passengers not to travel; rail firms offer free travel on 28-29 Oct.
Manchester Airport briefly suspends flights after EasyJet wing collision
Two EasyJet planes collided at Manchester Airport on Friday, causing brief flight suspensions. No injuries reported; investigation launched.
Third British Victim of Lisbon Funicular Crash Named as 82-Year-Old from Holyhead
Andrew David Kenneth Young, 82, from Holyhead, is third British victim of Lisbon funicular crash that killed 16.
Second Deadly Rail Crash in Three Days Puts Spain's Network Under Scrutiny
Second train crash in three days near Barcelona kills trainee driver, fuels safety concerns amid calls for strike and political scrutiny of Spain's rail network.
UK holidaymakers suffer chaos at Milan airport due to new EU border checks
UK holidaymakers stranded at Milan airport after three-hour queues due to new EU border checks, with some fainting and vomiting.
Drivers Warned: Splashing Pedestrians Could Cost £5,000 and Licence Points
Drivers warned: splashing pedestrians can lead to fines up to £5,000 and licence points. Motoring experts urge caution in wet weather.
Air New Zealand Introduces Bunk-Bed Sleeping Pods for Economy Passengers
Air New Zealand will offer four-hour bunk-bed sessions on Auckland-New York flights from May, with pods on Boeing 787-9 at NZ$495.
£2bn tunnel plan between Manchester and Sheffield
A proposed £2bn tunnel would create a 14-mile dual carriageway beneath the Pennines, cutting journeys between Manchester and Sheffield by up to 30 minutes.
Wizz Air secures US charter approval for World Cup flights
Wizz Air gains US charter approval for 2026 World Cup flights, offering bespoke travel for groups and supporters.
Driver killed as commuter train hits collapsed wall near Barcelona
A commuter train hit a collapsed retaining wall near Barcelona, killing the driver and injuring 37, four critically.
TikTok Reveals Hidden Anti-Glare Button on Car Mirrors
A TikTok video reveals the hidden anti-glare button on car mirrors, surprising drivers who were unaware of its function for safer night driving.
EU energy chief warns jet fuel crisis threatens Britons’ summer holidays
EU energy chief warns Britons’ summer holidays at risk due to jet fuel shortage from Iran war. Flight cancellations or price hikes likely.
Private jet hits multiple deer on takeoff in Florida, makes emergency landing
A Cessna Citation hit multiple deer during takeoff in Florida, forcing an emergency landing. No injuries reported.
Wizz Air to Cut Gatwick Flights, Shift Focus to Luton for Profitability
Wizz Air cuts Gatwick flights, moves capacity to Luton Airport, citing high costs. CEO says airline is 'more efficient' at Luton.
Second Deadly Train Crash in Spain Near Barcelona Raises Safety Concerns
A trainee driver killed and 41 injured in a train derailment near Barcelona, days after a deadly high-speed crash in southern Spain, prompting safety concerns and calls for a strike.
Rail Passengers Finally Understand Purpose of 'Odd Shapes' on Train Seat Tops
UK rail passengers discover that the strange plastic shapes on seat tops are handles for standing commuters, with some also used for reservation markers.
Jet fuel shortages threaten UK summer holidays, airports warn
Airports warn of jet fuel shortages within three weeks if Strait of Hormuz stays closed, risking UK and EU holiday flight cancellations.
Heathrow Security Officers Announce Summer Strikes
Heathrow security officers to strike for 31 days this summer over pay dispute with Unite union, potentially causing queues and disruption.
Barcelona train crash kills driver and injures 37 after wall collapses onto tracks
Commuter train derails near Barcelona after wall collapses in heavy rain, killing driver and injuring 37 passengers. Second rail accident in days.
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