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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Runway as Frontier Flight Takes Off from DEN
A Frontier Airlines Airbus A321 bound for Los Angeles struck and killed a pedestrian walking on the Denver International Airport runway during takeoff, triggering a brief engine fire and an emergency evacuation of 231 people on board; at least one passenger was injured, and federal investigators (NTSB) are probing the incident with authorities.
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A British Airways Airbus A350-1000 continued to London after a passenger died shortly after takeoff from Hong Kong, with the body kept onboard for more than 13 hours and moved to a rear galley to minimize visibility, a decision that led to odor complaints from some passengers; BA said there is no fixed protocol for handling deaths mid-flight and the aircraft arrived at Heathrow with authorities awaiting on the tarmac.
United CEO: Global travel demand stays strong amid Iran war and oil surge
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says global travel demand remains robust despite the Middle East crisis and surging oil prices, with bookings up more than 20% recently and Europe leading international demand; fuel costs are likely to be passed to consumers, but demand is expected to stay resilient as the industry heads toward JPMorgan’s Industrials conference, including notable increases in Australia-to-Europe travel.
FAA caps ORD flights as AA and United clash over gates
The FAA will cap Chicago O’Hare’s daily flights at 2,800 to prevent delays and cancellations after a summer of aggressive scheduling by American and United, which dominated ORD gate access. The move follows a years-long gate-allocation shake-up and could involve further reductions via regional capacity cuts and frequency consolidation, with industry watchers noting ORD’s status as a dual hub and the ongoing turf war between the carriers. A two-day FAA scheduling meeting aims to determine the approach, drawing parallels to Newark’s past cap.
Delta expands widebody fleet with 30 Dreamliners
Delta Air Lines will add 30 Boeing 787-10 Dreamliners to its widebody fleet, introducing a new aircraft type to support international growth, offering about 25% better fuel efficiency per seat, larger premium cabins and enhanced onboard amenities powered by GE’s GEnx engines as part of a broader fleet modernization and international expansion plan.
Near-Miss at Houston Airport: Jets Avoid Collision in Close Call
Two jets narrowly avoided a collision during takeoff at Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport on December 18, 2025, after one flight made an unauthorized turn into the path of another, triggering collision avoidance alarms and evasive maneuvers.
Garmin Autoland Safely Lands Plane in Colorado During Emergency
The Garmin Autoland system was successfully activated for the first time in-service on a King Air B200 after a loss of pressurization, automatically navigating and landing the aircraft at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport, demonstrating the system's operational reliability in an emergency situation.
Weather Balloon Likely Caused Windshield Damage on United Flight
WindBorne Systems suggests that a high-altitude weather balloon from their network likely caused damage to a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8, prompting investigations by authorities. The incident resulted in minor injuries and a safe diversion, with WindBorne implementing operational and hardware changes to prevent future occurrences.
United Airlines 737 MAX Diverts and Cracks Windshield After Mysterious Object Encounter
A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 flying from Denver to Los Angeles diverted to Salt Lake City after a windshield cracked mid-flight, possibly due to hail or space debris, causing a six-hour delay for passengers. The incident is under investigation, with theories including space debris and hail damage.
United Airlines 737 MAX Pilot Injured in Windshield Crack Incident
A United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 was diverted to Salt Lake City after a windshield cracked midair, showing scorch marks and bruising suggesting a high-energy impact, possibly from space debris or a meteorite, though the cause remains under investigation. The pilot was slightly injured, but all passengers were safely rebooked, highlighting a rare and mysterious incident in commercial aviation.
Delta Pilot Executes Sharp Maneuver to Prevent B-52 Collision
A Delta regional jet made an aggressive maneuver to avoid a mid-air collision with a B-52 bomber near Minot, North Dakota, prompting an investigation; the pilot expressed surprise and apologized to passengers for the sudden move.