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Aircraft Accident

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aviation-safety18 days ago

DRC Military Jet Crash Kills 13 in Kwango; Aviation Herald Revokes 2025 Go2Sky Report

A military aircraft crashed in the Democratic Republic of Congo on September 25, 2026, killing all 13 people on board, including General Likulia Bakumi. The plane, traveling from Kikwit to Kinshasa, experienced a technical issue and attempted to land in Kenge, Kwango province, but crashed into a residential area due to the lack of a landing strip. Separately, The Aviation Herald issued a formal revocation of a 2025 report regarding a Go2Sky Boeing 737 incident, admitting the original claim of engine trouble was false following a defamation lawsuit in Austria.

Fatal Glider Collision in Edinburg Leaves One Pilot Dead, Another Uninjured
accidents-and-incidents24 days ago

Fatal Glider Collision in Edinburg Leaves One Pilot Dead, Another Uninjured

A midair collision between two gliders in upstate New York resulted in one pilot's death and another's survival. The crash occurred on Friday afternoon near Edinburg, Saratoga County, prompting a multi-agency search and rescue operation. The National Transportation Safety Board is now leading the investigation into the incident.

Victims of UPS Plane Crash Identified by Kentucky Officials
world11 months ago

Victims of UPS Plane Crash Identified by Kentucky Officials

Kentucky officials have identified the 14 victims of the UPS cargo plane crash near Louisville, which occurred after the plane's left engine caught fire during takeoff. The victims include pilots, employees, and a young child, with all bodies accounted for through DNA and medical records. The crash led to grounding of similar aircraft and an investigation, with officials emphasizing the tragedy's impact on the community.

Kentucky UPS Plane Crash: 12 Dead, Black Box Recovered, Investigation Underway
accidents11 months ago

Kentucky UPS Plane Crash: 12 Dead, Black Box Recovered, Investigation Underway

A UPS cargo plane crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky, resulting in at least 12 deaths. The incident involved the detachment of the plane's left engine, which was captured on CCTV, and the aircraft caught fire, hitting several buildings. The flight data recorder has been recovered, and investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash.

JetBlue Flight Rolls Off Runway at Boston Logan Airport
world1 year ago

JetBlue Flight Rolls Off Runway at Boston Logan Airport

A JetBlue flight from Chicago to Boston veered off the runway and into the grass upon landing at Logan International Airport, with no injuries reported. The runway was closed, and passengers were bused to the terminal as crews assessed the situation. The airline announced a full investigation into the incident amid concerns over air safety, which have been heightened by recent aviation accidents and declining public confidence.

Tragic Aircraft Accident Claims Lives of 5 US Service Members in Mediterranean Sea
military2 years ago

Tragic Aircraft Accident Claims Lives of 5 US Service Members in Mediterranean Sea

Five U.S. military service members were killed when a military aircraft crashed into the Mediterranean Sea during a routine air refueling mission. The Department of Defense is withholding their identities until their next of kin have been notified. This incident is the latest in a series of fatal military accidents this year.