Aviation

An IndiGo Airbus A321neo aircraft is currently grounded at Gorakhpur airport after experiencing a tail impact during its landing approach. The flight, which was traveling from Delhi to Gorakhpur, managed to land successfully on its third attempt, according to reports. Following the landing, a ... Read full article.

IndiGo, India's largest airline, recently faced significant turbulence, not in the skies, but with its digital infrastructure. On Friday, August 21, 2026, passengers reported widespread issues with the airline's online ticket booking system, making it difficult for many to access essential ... Read full article.

A groundbreaking moment in aviation history has unfolded as the world's largest fully battery-powered aircraft, the X1, successfully completed its maiden flight. This remarkable achievement, spearheaded by Swedish-founded company Heart Aerospace, signals a significant leap forward for electric ... Read full article.

In a concerning development for air travel safety, two additional Air India pilots have reportedly failed initial drug tests for psychoactive substances. This comes in the wake of an extensive screening program initiated by the airline, which has so far tested approximately 350 pilots. The rigorous ... Read full article.

China's first "independently developed" passenger jet, the Comac C919, is set to embark on its inaugural international commercial flight this Wednesday, traveling from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. This narrow-body aircraft, comparable in size to the Boeing 737, has been operating domestic ... Read full article.

An Air India pilot is reportedly under scrutiny after passengers and crew observed him struggling to walk upon arrival of a flight from Phuket to Delhi. The incident, which has raised serious safety concerns, occurred shortly after the aircraft landed, with the pilot appearing to be ‘not in full ... Read full article.

Archer Aviation is making major waves in the aerospace industry, with its shares soaring by nearly 10% following the announcement of a strategic acquisition. The company has agreed to purchase Boeing's Wisk Aero and two other critical units, a move poised to significantly boost Archer's ... Read full article.

A frightening close call unfolded at Sydney Airport on Sunday morning as a collision between a Jetstar passenger plane and a Qatar Airways jet was narrowly averted, prompting an immediate safety investigation. The incident, which was even captured on video, left one cabin crew member injured and ... Read full article.

Air India is making big moves, announcing significant pay raises for its pilots, ranging from 8% to a substantial 15%. This strategic decision comes as the airline aims to tackle fleet shortages, improve career advancement opportunities, and bolster its operations. Commanders are set to receive ... Read full article.

The Indian Ministry of Civil Aviation is currently examining the possibility of relaxing existing cross-ownership restrictions between airport operators and airlines. This comes amid media reports linking the proposed changes to the Adani Group's alleged interest in entering the airline business, ... Read full article.

EasyJet, one of Europe's leading budget airlines, has announced a significant nosedive in its pre-tax profits, plummeting by 70% in the three months leading up to June 30. The carrier's profits dropped from £286 million a year earlier to a mere £85 million in the latest quarter. This dramatic ... Read full article.

After 74 long years, the deep ocean has finally given up one of its secrets: the wreckage of the Pan Am Clipper Endeavor. This significant discovery off the coast of Puerto Rico brings closure to a tragic event that profoundly impacted aviation safety worldwide. The Pan Am plane crash, which ... Read full article.

In a story that sounds straight out of a blockbuster movie, 61-year-old Serbian entrepreneur Ljubisa Karović has recounted his terrifying ordeal of being nearly sucked out of a Ryanair plane mid-flight. He describes a thunderous explosion and the shattering of a window, an event that has left him ... Read full article.

Ryanair, the popular Irish low-cost carrier, has reported a significant 34% plunge in its after-tax profits for the three months ending June. The airline's profits plummeted to 538 million euros, equivalent to approximately £457 million, marking a challenging start to its financial year. This ... Read full article.

In a truly unique display of aerial artistry and perhaps, a touch of workplace ennui, an airline pilot recently captured global attention by skywriting the phrase “I’m bored” over the scenic north-west of England. The mischievous message, traced across the sky, quickly became a sensation after ... Read full article.

EasyJet has agreed in principle to a staggering £5.7 billion takeover bid from US firm Apollo, a move that effectively trumps a previous potential offer from Castlelake. This high-profile development has ignited a bidding war for the popular low-cost airline, leaving shareholders eager to see the ... Read full article.

A dramatic incident unfolded at Zakynthos airport, one of Greece's busiest summer holiday hubs, as a Hellenic Air Force F-16 fighter jet crash-landed and burst into flames on the runway. The good news is that the pilot, who was on a training flight, is reported to be "in good health" following the ... Read full article.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump recently opted to fly aboard Air Force One for a return journey, foregoing a private jet gifted to him by Qatar. The move has sparked considerable discussion, with Trump himself offering a somewhat cryptic explanation for his choice. Upon his return, the former ... Read full article.

In an unexpected twist after attending a NATO summit in Turkey, President Donald Trump opted to return home on the familiar, baby blue Air Force One, rather than the newer, Qatari-gifted jet he had used for his journey to the summit.The sudden change in aircraft has sparked considerable discussion, ... Read full article.

A K2 Airways cargo plane, carrying five crew members, has reportedly gone missing shortly after taking off from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, destined for Jinnah International Airport in Karachi, Pakistan. Authorities have launched a major search and rescue operation after the aircraft vanished ... Read full article.

A dramatic scene unfolded in New York City's East River on Sunday when a seaplane carrying eight people made a "hard landing," leading to a swift and successful rescue operation. All individuals on board were safely pulled from the water by the quick response of the FDNY.The aircraft, identified as ... Read full article.

A somber cloud hangs over Essex as two lives were tragically lost yesterday afternoon when a light aircraft crashed in a field near Ongar. The two-seat Cessna plane, reportedly on a "short flight experience," went down off Mill Lane, close to the town.The ill-fated aircraft had taken off from North ... Read full article.

A JetBlue flight experienced a startling incident on Monday, June 29, 2026, when it reported hitting a drone while on approach to New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The pilot of the Airbus A321, which had departed from Las Vegas, described the strike occurring at approximately ... Read full article.

Travel chaos struck London's major airports, Heathrow and Gatwick, on Saturday as severe thunderstorms swept across the UK, causing hundreds of flights to be delayed. The disruption left countless passengers frustrated and scrambling for alternative arrangements, with the knock-on effect expected ... Read full article.

Beijing experienced a rare and tragic incident on Friday evening when a small, two-seat light sport aircraft crashed into the city's tallest skyscraper, the CITIC Tower, also known as China Zun. The collision, which occurred around 5:55 PM local time near the East Third Ring Road in Chaoyang, ... Read full article.

A flight from Newark, New Jersey, to Halifax, Nova Scotia, took a terrifying turn on Wednesday, June 24, when the pilot reportedly suffered a 'horrifying' medical emergency mid-flight. Quick-thinking passengers on board were forced to intervene and restrain the pilot after he became incapacitated. ... Read full article.

Heathrow Airport, Europe's busiest hub, is bracing for a challenging year ahead, forecasting a notable decline in both passenger numbers and profits. The airport attributes this downturn primarily to the escalating conflict and volatility in the Middle East, which is significantly impacting global ... Read full article.

An Air India pilot and an Air Traffic Control (ATC) official have been de-rostered following an incident where an Airbus A321 aircraft briefly strayed into Pakistani airspace on June 22. The unexpected incursion occurred while the pilot was holding the aircraft for a runway inspection, prompted by ... Read full article.

A potentially serious incident was averted at Ahmedabad Airport on Wednesday evening when an Air India flight and an IndiGo aircraft came face-to-face on the taxiway. The event, which occurred around 8 PM, saw the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Air India plane (flight AI2493) inadvertently veer off its ... Read full article.

An Air India Express flight, bound for Jeddah from Kannur, made an emergency return to its departure airport on Tuesday after pilots detected a technical issue during the journey. The aircraft, carrying more than 180 passengers, landed safely back at Kannur International Airport, ensuring the ... Read full article.

A United States Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber has crashed along a runway near Edwards Air Force Base in California. The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft's take-off, sending shockwaves through the military community and local residents. Details surrounding the crash are still ... Read full article.

Commercial operations at the highly anticipated Noida International Airport in Jewar have officially kicked off in full swing, marking a significant milestone for regional connectivity and infrastructure in the National Capital Region (NCR). This mega greenfield project has now transitioned into a ... Read full article.

Five brave Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel tragically lost their lives during a landing attempt of an AN-32 transport aircraft at Air Force Station Jorhat in Assam. The victims included a Squadron Leader and a Flight Lieutenant. The exact cause of the accident has not yet been determined, and the ... Read full article.

A devastating incident unfolded today in Jorhat, Assam, as an Indian Air Force (IAF) An-32 transport aircraft crashed during a routine sortie. The tragic accident, which occurred at approximately 10:00 AM, resulted in the death of five IAF personnel. Amidst the sorrow, there is one piece of ... Read full article.

Imagine being mid-flight on your way to a dream vacation in Spain, only to have the pilot announce that the plane is turning back. For passengers on United Flight 236, this nightmare became a reality, and the reason behind it is causing quite a stir online. The flight, which departed from Newark, ... Read full article.

If you’ve been planning a summer getaway or a business trip within India, you might want to double-check your flight status. Major carriers Air India and IndiGo are preparing to scale back their domestic operations starting June 1, a move that is expected to send airfares climbing even higher.Air ... Read full article.

A routine flight from Bengaluru to Chennai turned into a dramatic scene on Tuesday evening when smoke was detected inside an IndiGo aircraft while it was taxiing for departure. Flight 6E 6017 was scheduled to take off at 6:14 p.m. from Kempegowda International Airport, but as the plane moved toward ... Read full article.

Timur Fatkullin once spent his days mastering the 'Free Unknown'—the most unpredictable part of international aerobatics competitions. Today, the 32-year-old Ukrainian pilot is facing a much more dangerous unknown as he hunts Russian drones in the skies over his homeland. His transition from ... Read full article.

Passengers on an EasyJet flight from Hurghada, Egypt, to London Luton got an unexpected stopover in Italy this week. The flight, EZY2618, was forced to divert to Rome after a safety concern involving a power bank was raised mid-air.The situation began nearly three hours into the journey while the ... Read full article.

The UK’s world-renowned Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team, the Red Arrows, has announced a significant shift in their display routine. For the foreseeable future, the team will primarily perform with seven aircraft instead of their traditional nine-jet formation. This change comes as the RAF looks to ... Read full article.

A massive sinkhole at LaGuardia Airport has thrown travel plans into chaos this week, forcing the closure of one of its main runways. The hole was discovered during a routine morning inspection on Wednesday, prompting officials to shut down Runway 4/22 immediately to ensure passenger safety. As of ... Read full article.

EasyJet has recently shared its half-year financial results, revealing a pre-tax loss of £552 million. While that figure might sound alarming, it actually aligns with the projections the airline shared back in April. The company is navigating a complex travel landscape, pointing to the ongoing ... Read full article.

Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu has shared a message of caution and growth for India’s skies. Speaking during a visit to Ranchi, the minister addressed the ongoing tensions in West Asia, noting that while the situation is not an immediate cause for alarm, the country must ... Read full article.

A routine flight from London to Bengaluru has sparked a major safety review for Air India’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is preparing to send a team of experts to Boeing's manufacturing facility in Seattle. Their mission is to observe the testing of ... Read full article.

Four people were killed when a small medical plane crashed in the mountains outside Ruidoso, New Mexico, sparking a wildfire in the surrounding forest. Investigators said the cause of the crash is not yet known and crews remain on scene. The aircraft was on a short medical flight from Roswell to ... Read full article.

A Turkish Airlines Airbus A330 caught fire on its landing at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on Monday, leaving smoke visible on the right landing gear. Emergency crews responded quickly, extinguished the blaze, and passengers were evacuated safely. There were 277 passengers on board ... Read full article.

An incident unfolded as United Airlines Flight 169, arriving from Venice, Italy, touched down at Newark Liberty International Airport and clipped a tractor-trailer on the nearby New Jersey Turnpike. The jet, carrying 231 passengers and crew, landed safely with no injuries aboard. The truck ... Read full article.

A BA Boeing 787 Dreamliner operating out of London Heathrow has been grounded after a refuelling mishap, forcing the cancellation of a scheduled flight at Terminal 5. The incident occurred during ground operations, disrupting services at one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs. The disruption ... Read full article.

A United Airlines Boeing 767-400 on final approach to Newark Liberty International Airport touched a light pole on the New Jersey Turnpike and briefly struck a tractor-trailer. The incident occurred around 2 pm EDT on Sunday, authorities said. The plane, which was en route from Venice, Italy, was ... Read full article.

A SWISS International Air Lines Airbus A330-300 aborted its takeoff at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi after engine number one failed during the takeoff roll at about 104 knots. The crew stopped the takeoff and evacuated everyone on board using the aircraft’s emergency slides. There ... Read full article.