Multiple Fatal Crashes Prompt Widespread Indian Aviation Safety Audits
A series of fatal plane crashes in India, including an air ambulance and a chartered jet, has triggered urgent DGCA and AAIB investigations into safety.
Feb 24, 20264 min
SAFETY
JetBlue Airbus A320 Evacuates at Newark After Engine Emergency
A JetBlue A320 returned to Newark after an engine issue, evacuating 122 passengers via slides and causing a ground stop with nearly 400 flight delays.
Feb 22, 20264 min
SAFETY
JetBlue A320 Evacuated at Newark After Cockpit Smoke Reported
A JetBlue A320 was evacuated via emergency slides at Newark Airport after the crew reported smoke in the cockpit, prompting an FAA investigation.
Feb 22, 20264 min
SAFETY
Global Regulators Tighten Airline Power Bank Rules Amid Fire Risk
Global aviation regulators are tightening rules for power banks on flights due to a sharp rise in lithium battery fire incidents and safety concerns.
Feb 22, 20265 min
SAFETY
Vienna Airport Suspends Operations Amid Heavy Snowfall
Vienna Airport temporarily suspended operations due to heavy snowfall, causing the cancellation of 150 flights and affecting thousands of passengers.
Feb 21, 20264 min
AIRPORTS
India's DGCA Proposes Overhaul, Seeks Passenger Fee Funding
India's DGCA has proposed an institutional overhaul, seeking a share of passenger fees to address critical staffing shortages amid rapid fleet growth.
Feb 20, 20264 min
REGULATORY
DGCA Probes VSR Ventures After Fatal Ajit Pawar Learjet Crash
India's DGCA is investigating VSR Ventures after a fatal Learjet crash, amid political allegations of conspiracy from the NCP-SP party.
Feb 19, 20263 min
SAFETY
Delta Diverts Houston Flight After Unruly Passenger Incident
A Delta Air Lines flight made an emergency landing in Houston after an unruly passenger incident, prompting a Federal Aviation Administration investigation.
Feb 19, 20263 min
SAFETY
NTSB report on PSA Airlines, Army helicopter collision urges major FAA changes
The NTSB has released its final report on the 2025 midair collision involving a PSA Airlines jet and a U.S. Army helicopter, urging FAA action.
Feb 18, 20263 min
SAFETY
Why an ANA Boeing 787-9 Flew 14 Hours Just to Return to Tokyo
An All Nippon Airways Boeing 787-9 returned to Tokyo after 14 hours in the air due to a mechanical issue, forcing a U-turn over Alaska for passengers.
Feb 17, 20262 min
AIRLINES
What Critical Runway Work is Underway at Sabha International Airport?
Sabha International Airport is continuing critical runway maintenance and development work to enhance Libyan aviation infrastructure efficiency and air safety standards.
Feb 8, 20263 min
AIRPORTS
FAA Urges 'Extreme Caution' to Airlines Over Rocket Launch Safety Risks.
The FAA issued a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO) urging airlines to use "extreme caution" near rocket launch zones after Starship incidents caused air traffic and fuel concerns.
Feb 3, 20263 min
SAFETY
Nigeria's N87.31bn Aviation Budget: Where Will the Infrastructure Funds Go?
Nigeria's Federal Government allocates N87.31bn for the 2026 aviation budget; N70.19bn targets critical infrastructure renewal and improved safety.
Jan 22, 20263 min
REGULATORY