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Butch Wilmore reports pulsing sounds from capsule dogged with issues and set to return without astronauts

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The investigation to determine the cause of the accident is ongoing.

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easyJet flight U27380 on 22 August, linking Athens and Palma de Mallorca, saw at least six passengers attempting to board the plane irregularly. The incident could be linked to a human trafficking network in Greece. Two individuals were removed from the aircraft itself for lacking the “correct travel documentation,” while three others were detected in the boarding area and were not allowed to board. To locate the last irregular traveller, all passengers had to disembark.

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In the morning of 31 August, a small plane crashed into a building of three-story condo units in Fairview near the Troutdale Airport, Oregon, United States. Three people are missing, according to the Gresham Fire Department.

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No explosions were found in the aircraft.

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German security authorities have issued a warning about “unconventional incendiary devices” being sent through European freight services. Several packages, sent by unknown individuals, have caught fire during transit in various European countries.

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On Sunday morning (1 September), Vueling flight VY3162 (Airbus A320 reg. EC-MJB) en route from Santiago de Compostela to Gran Canaria made an emergency landing at the Canary Islands airport due to the pilot’s sudden illness.

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On September 1, 2024, Emirates marked a significant milestone by conducting its first-ever Airbus A380 flypast over South Africa, showcasing its commitment to the country. The low-level flyover, occurring at just 500 feet above the ground, celebrated three key events: the return of Emirates’ second daily A380 service on the Dubai-Johannesburg route, the airline’s inaugural A380 flypast in Africa, and its first such display in South Africa.

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For each charge, Brunson could face up to five years in prison, and fines of up to $250,000 if found guilty.

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You might be surprised to learn you can be booted off a flight for your attire, hygiene or odor.

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The carrier reportedly said it is working with the affected passengers to “make it right.”

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The employee could face more than a decade behind bars.

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The nationwide protests demand that the Israeli government agree to a ceasefire with Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

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One person is still missing after the aircraft that was returning from a firefighting mission crashed into river

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The Russian aviation authorities launched a criminal investigation regarding a violation of air traffic safety rules.

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On Wednesday night, 133 passengers were stranded at Roberts International Airport (ROB) in Monrovia after Brussels Airlines flight SN241, operated by Airbus A330-300 registered OO-SFB (Eurowings livery), encountered a hydraulic system issue, preventing the flight from departing.

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On Thursday, Air France flight AF1162 from Paris to Tenerife South (Airbus A320 reg. F-HEPI) faced severe weather conditions, with strong wind shear over the Canary Islands. The pilot attempted to land at Tenerife South Airport five times but was unsuccessful.

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After discovering a broken part that grounded its entire test fleet, Boeing is repairing the 777-9 that is stuck in Hawaii to fly it Home.

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United AIrlines has seven hubs, making a high-capacity 777X difficult to make worthwhile. Here's why.

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Delta Air Lines estimated that the IT outage-associated damages were about $500 million.

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Chicago O'hare just got a little more colorful with the arrival of EVA Air's Hello Kitty Besties jet.

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It has remained unclear whether this will affect the entry-into-service date of the Boeing 777X.

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Torres believes airlines should not be allowed to cut flights to Israel unless directed.

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The A321neo XLR will allow United to make its operations profitable and access new markets.

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The plane maker sits on a massive backlog of aircraft orders.

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