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An article alleges Iranian drone and missile strikes damaged hundreds of structures across eight countries, destroyed nearly 60 aircraft, and caused equipment losses up to $3.7 billion at U.S. bases, while accusing the Trump administration of concealing the extent of the damage and citing service members who shared photos of the destruction.
A Thai Airways Airbus A380 fleet has sat idle for years due to pandemic-driven grounding, the high costs of maintenance, and bankruptcy-related fleet write-downs; most aircraft deteriorate on Bangkok-area tarmacs as the airline works through disposal, while only HS-TUE was dismantled and repurposed as a roadside night market in Rayong.
An airport ground worker on the tarmac at Montréal-Trudeau International Airport was struck by a departing plane and remains in critical condition. Emergency services responded, authorities launched an investigation, and the involved French Bee flight BF5761 (Airbus A350-900) was delayed as details about the victim were not released.
President Trump says the Qatar-gifted Air Force One will be sent for fall upgrades to “max out” security features, after concerns about its missile-defense capabilities; during the month-long upgrade, the president will travel on the older Air Force One, with White House notes that the new plane is safe but will receive enhancements and is not expected to operate as Air Force One beyond 2028.
The US Air Force rapidly overhauled a Qatar‑gifted Boeing 747 into the new Air Force One (VC‑25B) in about nine months, featuring a new white‑red‑blue‑gold livery and upgraded systems while keeping interiors largely unchanged to save time; exterior changes include English exit signs, and official cost details are classified with media noting a large, unexplained transfer tied to the retrofit.
US Central Command released video of airstrikes on Iranian aircraft amid the Iran war, saying the operations are degrading Iran’s air capability and that US forces retain air superiority; CENTCOM denies Iranian claims of shooting down a US plane and notes a prior friendly-fire incident in which three US F-15Es were downed and six aircrew were ejected and recovered.
US Central Command released footage alleging strikes destroyed Iran’s aging American-made aircraft—including C-130 Hercules, P-3F Orion, and IL-76—on runways, describing the moves as eroding Iran’s air capability; satellite imagery also shows F-14s destroyed at Isfahan amid broader operations near the Strait of Hormuz.
Researchers have developed a new metal material that could enable aircraft wings to change shape during flight, allowing for improved aerodynamics and efficiency.
A Delta flight from Orlando to Los Angeles made an emergency landing in Tampa due to an odor onboard, with no injuries reported; passengers were rebooked on another flight and the plane later continued to Los Angeles.
Despite its origins in the 1950s, NASA still relies on the WB-57 aircraft for crucial high-altitude research, including Earth observation and solar studies, demonstrating the enduring utility of classic aircraft in modern space agency operations.
A United Airlines Boeing 737 Max was forced to make an emergency landing after its windshield cracked at 36,000 feet, likely due to a collision with a weather balloon weighing only 2.4 pounds, launched by Windborne Systems, which is under investigation for safety concerns.
A United Airlines flight was forced to make an emergency landing in Salt Lake City after an unidentified object struck its windshield at 36,000 feet, causing it to crack and injuring the pilot. The incident, which is under investigation, is highly unusual due to the rarity of such objects hitting aircraft at high altitude, and the windshield is being examined by authorities.
A deceased stowaway was found in the landing gear of an American Airlines plane at Charlotte Douglas airport, prompting an investigation into how the individual gained access and the circumstances of their death. Recent similar incidents highlight the risks and security challenges of preventing unauthorized access to aircraft's wheel wells.
A stowaway was found dead in the landing gear of an American Airlines flight in Charlotte, NC, prompting an investigation by police and the airline, with the incident highlighting the dangers and rarity of survival in such cases.
Poland's Prime Minister Tusk warns that the country will shoot down encroaching Russian aircraft, amid heightened tensions and recent military activities involving Russian drones and border security issues, which also impact EU-China trade and regional stability.