Tag: Air Safety
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The Curious Case of the Plane That Went Missing for 13 Years
Introduction: A Modern Aviation Enigma In an era of satellite tracking, real-time flight data, and global surveillance, the disappearance of a 30-tonne, 30-metre-long Boeing passenger jet for over a decade sounds like a tale from a bygone era. Yet the curious case of this missing aircraft challenges assumptions about how easily a modern plane can…
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Hayli Gubbi Erupts: Ethiopia’s Dormant Volcano Roars to Life After Centuries
Historic eruption in Ethiopia’s Afar region The long-dormant Hayli Gubbi volcano, located in Ethiopia’s Afar region, has erupted for the first time in recorded history. Scientists and local observers report a powerful eruption that expelled ash clouds high into the atmosphere, with plumes drifting toward neighboring areas including the Red Sea region and impacting air…
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Pakistan Condolences After Indian Pilot Death at Dubai Air Show
Pakistan Condolences Highlight Subdued Rivalry in Tragic Moment The aviation community in South Asia was jolted by a fatal crash during the Dubai Air Show, leaving the Indian Air Force (IAF) bereaved and drawing statements of condolence from abroad. Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif publicly extended sympathies to the IAF and the family of the…
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Investigation Deepens as Waterford Plane Crash Site Revisited by Air Accident Investigators
Update on Waterford plane crash investigation Air accident investigators have returned to the Waterford crash site as the probe into the fatal incident near the airport continues. The aircraft, which nosedived into a field close to the end of the runway at Waterford Airport yesterday, left the aviation community and local residents seeking answers. The…
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Fatigue cracks found in US cargo plane crash on takeoff
Overview of the incident A US cargo plane crash on takeoff in Kentucky has raised serious questions about the design and maintenance of critical aircraft components. In a preliminary report, investigators indicated that fatigue cracks and evidence of stress failures were found in key parts of the aircraft. The crash occurred during the initial climb,…
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Plane collision north of Cornwall Ontario leaves one dead: TSB investigates
Overview of the incident Two small aircraft collided in mid-air Saturday morning north of Cornwall, Ontario, in South Glengarry Township. Police and authorities confirmed one fatality in what appeared to be a rare but tragic aviation accident. The collision occurred around 10:50 a.m., according to a spokesperson for the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB),…
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Turkish Military Cargo Plane Crashes in Georgia While Returning from Azerbaijan
Overview of the Incident A Turkish military cargo aircraft, a C-130, crashed in Georgia on Tuesday while it was returning to Turkey. The aircraft was carrying 20 people and took off earlier from Azerbaijan. The crash occurred near the border with Azerbaijan, prompting immediate search and rescue efforts by Georgian authorities and coordinating partners. Details…
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Kwale Plane Crash: 12 Dead, Tourists Among Victims
What happened A light aircraft crashed in the Tsimba Golini area of Kwale County on Tuesday morning, killing at least 12 people. Police say the victims are believed to be tourists, though the exact identities have not been confirmed. The caravan plane had departed from Mombasa’s airport and was en route to either Nairobi or…
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Bird Strike Forces Philippine Airlines Flight Back to Zamboanga City Airport
Overview of the Incident A Philippine Airlines (PAL) flight was compelled to turn back to its departure airport after a bird strike occurred during its voyage from Zamboanga City to Manila. The incident, which happened early on Tuesday, October 14, prompted a safe return and a routine post-landing inspection of the aircraft. Flight Details and…
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Emergency Landing of UA Plane at Kansai Airport: Details
United Airlines Emergency Landing: Overview On Friday night at approximately 7 p.m., a United Airlines flight faced a critical situation that necessitated an emergency landing at Kansai International Airport in western Japan. This incident has drawn immediate attention, sparking conversations about air safety and emergency response protocols. What Happened During the Emergency Landing? The flight,…