Tag: Aviation
-
Ethiopian Airlines Rolls Out 787-8 on Addis Ababa–Delhi Route
New Aircraft, New Comfort on a Route with Growing Demand In a move that underscores Ethiopian Airlines’ commitment to expanding long-haul capacity, the airline introduced its Boeing 787-8, configured for 213 seats, on the Addis Ababa–Delhi route. The aircraft, previously operated by Hainan Airlines, marks a notable upgrade for ET’s international fleet as it transitions…
-
New Zealand’s Busiest Airport Days and Summer Flying Tips
Overview: A Hot Kiwi Summer for Travel New Zealand’s busy summer travel season is shaping up to be a test of patience and planning. Air New Zealand projects that around 2.7 million people—comprising both domestic travelers and international visitors—will take to the skies this summer. From Christmas family reunions to New Year celebrations, the peak…
-
Allan Kilavuka Steps Down as Kenya Airways CEO; Captain George Kamal Becomes Acting Leader
Kenya Airways Announces Leadership Change The Kenya Airways Board has announced that Allan Kilavuka will step down from his role as Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer after serving six years at the helm of the national carrier. The decision marks a significant moment for Kenya’s flagship airline as it enters a new phase…
-
Army to Get 3 Apache Attack Copters; Navy Inducts Seahawks in Modernization Drive
Overview: A Renewed Aerial Capability India is accelerating its defense modernisation by adding three Apache attack helicopters to the Army and commissioning the Navy’s second MH-60R Seahawk squadron. The acquisitions come at a time when India seeks to enhance battlefield air dominance and maritime reconnaissance, addressing critical gaps in both land and sea domains. Army…
-
New York Bound Lufthansa Flight LH-400 Returns to Germany After Shannon Diversion
Overview of the Incident A transatlantic flight operated by Lufthansa has returned to its origin after diverting briefly to Shannon Airport in Ireland due to a medical emergency aboard the aircraft. Lufthansa flight LH-400, traveling from Frankfurt, Germany to New York, United States, was diverted when an ill passenger required urgent medical attention. The flight,…
-
Pilot Killed in Waterford Plane Crash Identified as Turkish Dad-of-Two Bircan Dokuzlar
Tragic crash in Waterford claims life of Turkish pilot A fatal plane crash in County Waterford last week has resulted in the loss of a 48-year-old pilot, identified in Turkish media as Bircan Dokuzlar. The unidentified aircraft was involved in a serious incident that prompted a large emergency response and a prolonged investigation by authorities.…
-
Heathrow Wins Government Backing for Third Runway Over Tycoon’s Shorter Scheme
Heathrow secures government backing for long‑term expansion The battle over Britain’s busiest airport’s future is effectively settled, as Heathrow Airport’s plan for a third runway has won official government backing. Valued at about £49 billion, the project aims to dramatically increase capacity at the UK’s hub airport, supporting growth in air travel, trade, and regional…
-
Pilot Accused of Sexual Assault: Bengaluru Hotel Case
Hyderabad Pilot Named in Bengaluru Hotel Allegation A pilot employed by a chartered flight service has been booked in connection with an alleged sexual assault involving a 26-year-old cabin crew member. The incident is reported to have occurred in a Bengaluru hotel, with authorities confirming that a case has been registered and an inquiry is…
-
Father Discovers Tejas Crash Reports After Searching Videos of Son’s Air Show
Tragic Reveal Amid a Family Visit A routine search for videos of a beloved air show turned into an unexpected and sobering discovery for a father when he came across crash reports involving the Tejas jet. The incident underlines how quickly curiosity about a family member’s career in aviation can intersect with the broader, often…
-
New Frames Show Engine Detaching From UPS Cargo Plane Before Kentucky Crash
What the newly released photos reveal In a move to raise transparency amid a fatal aviation disaster, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released a series of frame-by-frame photographs showing an engine detaching from a cargo aircraft shortly before it went down near Louisville, Kentucky. The six images provide a rare, close-up look at the…