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world-news23 days ago•24 min saved

Air India turbulence injures 14 after sudden midair dip

An Air India Airbus A320 en route from Phuket to Delhi hit sudden turbulence about 90 minutes after takeoff, dropping roughly 300 feet and tossing passengers and crew. Fourteen people were injured, including a crew member described as severely injured; the plane landed safely in Delhi and was sent to medical facilities for precautionary checks. The DGCA is investigating, while Air India said none of the injuries were serious and emphasized passenger safety.

via New York Post|

#air-india #aircraft-incident #aviation-safety

transportation3 months ago•3 min saved

United jet's Newark landing hits Turnpike pole and tractor-trailer

A United Airlines Boeing 767 landing at Newark Liberty International Airport struck a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike and a tractor-trailer (the pole also hit a Jeep); the tractor-trailer driver sustained minor injuries and was released from the hospital. The aircraft sustained minor damage but landed safely with 231 people aboard, and United removed the crew from service for a safety investigation. A separate United incident involving an unruly passenger occurred the previous day.

via NBC New York|

#aircraft-incident #aviation #new-jersey-turnpike

world6 months ago•3 min saved

Five Hurt When U.S. Plane Hits Barrier During Philippines Training

A U.S. Air Force transport plane struck a concrete road barrier during an alternate landing-zone drill in Laoac, Pangasinan, Philippines, injuring all five American personnel aboard. The aircraft managed to land during the supervised activity but swerved on takeoff; the incident is under investigation. The training, coordinated with Philippine authorities, was intended to prepare for contingencies when runways are unavailable.

via AP News|

#aircraft-incident #contingency-training #laoac

technology7 months ago•4 min saved

RAF engineer’s unplanned Lightning takeoff without helmet or radio ends with 12-minute landing

In 1966, RAF Lyneham engineer Walter “Taffy” Holden accidentally took off in an English Electric Lightning during a ground test, without a helmet, canopy, or radio and with the ejector seat disabled. After a tense ~12 minutes aloft and two failed landing attempts, he managed to land the jet safely, and the aircraft XM135 later went on display at the Imperial War Museum Duxford.

via supercarblondie.com|

#aircraft-incident #aviation #english-electric-lightning

science8 months ago•4 min saved

Cosmic Rays Trigger Emergency Jet Landing

A JetBlue Airbus A320 experienced a sudden loss of altitude possibly due to cosmic ray-induced electronic glitches, highlighting the impact of space weather on aircraft safety and prompting Airbus to update its software to mitigate such risks.

via Space|

#aircraft-incident #cosmic-rays #electronics-vulnerability

world10 months ago•1 min saved

United Airlines planes collide at Chicago's O'Hare Airport

A United Airlines plane at Chicago's O'Hare airport clipped the tail of another United aircraft, causing no injuries but highlighting ongoing concerns about aviation safety amid recent crashes and near misses. The incident involved a stationary aircraft and resulted in a delay, with passengers unaware of the collision until informed by the pilot.

via The Guardian|

#aircraft-incident #aviation-safety #ohare-airport

world1 year ago•1 min saved

Boeing 737 Emergency Landings Due to Explosions and Tyre Failures

A Norwegian Boeing 737 en route from Stockholm to Paris had to make an emergency landing after a tire exploded shortly after takeoff, causing a safe but unsettling incident with all 181 passengers returned to Stockholm. The cause of the tire failure remains unclear, but such incidents are rare.

via New York Post|

#aircraft-incident #boeing-737 #emergency-landing

world1 year ago•2 min saved

Delta Flight Experiences Wing Detachment Mid-Flight, Lands Safely

A Delta flight from Orlando to Austin experienced a wing part detachment mid-flight, prompting a safe emergency landing and an FAA investigation, with no injuries reported.

via USA Today|

#aircraft-incident #aviation-safety #delta

local-news1 year ago•0 min saved

Delta Flight Wing Clips Another Aircraft at Atlanta Airport

A Delta Air Lines plane wing clipped another aircraft at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, causing a minor incident that is under investigation, with no reported injuries.

via WSB-TV|

#aircraft-incident #airport-news #aviation-safety

transportation1 year ago•5 min saved

NTSB Blames Boeing and FAA for Safety Failures in 737 Max Door Incident

The NTSB criticized Boeing and the FAA for systemic failures that led to a door plug blowout on a Boeing 737 Max operated by Alaska Airlines, highlighting safety protocol deficiencies, inadequate training, and poor record-keeping, which prompted regulatory oversight and management changes at Boeing.

via NPR|

#737-max #aircraft-incident #boeing

local1 year ago•0 min saved

JetBlue Flight Rolls Off Runway at Boston Logan Airport

A JetBlue flight from Chicago O'Hare to Boston Logan International Airport veered off the runway into the grass upon landing, but no injuries were reported. The runway was temporarily closed for assessment and passengers were bused to the terminal. The incident is under investigation.

via 6abc Philadelphia|

#aircraft-incident #boston-logan-airport #jetblue

transportation1 year ago•1 min saved

JetBlue Flight Skids Off Runway at Boston Logan, No Injuries

A JetBlue Airbus A220 from Chicago veered onto the grass at Boston Logan Airport during landing, causing the runway to close. No injuries were reported, and the FAA is investigating the incident.

via CNN|

#aircraft-incident #boston-logan-airport #faa-investigation

transportation1 year ago•3 min saved

NTSB: American Airlines engine fire caused by improperly installed parts

An American Airlines Boeing 737 caught fire after engine issues caused by improperly installed parts, including a backward airflow control component, leading to fuel leaks and engine damage. The incident resulted in minor injuries and highlights ongoing safety investigations, but experts affirm that air travel remains very safe overall.

via Fortune|

#aircraft-incident #american-airlines #aviation-safety

aviation2 years ago•1 min saved

"United Airlines Boeing 737 Lands Safely in Oregon Despite Missing External Panel"

A United Airlines Boeing 737-800 flight from San Francisco to Medford, Oregon, landed without an external panel on its underside, carrying 139 passengers and six crew members. The airline stated that it will conduct a thorough examination of the plane and an investigation into the incident. This comes after a similar incident involving a Boeing 737 Max plane operated by Alaska Airlines, prompting a criminal investigation by the Department of Justice.

via The Hill|

#aircraft-incident #aviation #boeing

aviation2 years ago•2 min saved

"United Airlines Boeing 737 Lands in Oregon with Missing External Panel"

A Boeing aircraft operated by United Airlines landed at an Oregon airport missing an external panel, with no injuries reported among the 139 passengers and 6 crew members. The aircraft, which didn't declare an emergency, will undergo a thorough examination and repairs before returning to service. The incident will be investigated by both the airline and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This comes amid a series of mid-flight incidents involving Boeing planes, prompting concerns about the company's safety record.

via Fox News|

#aircraft-incident #aviation #boeing