Ex-Pilot Avoids Prison After Engine Incident
Former Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson sentenced to time served after attempting to cut plane engines mid-flight. Read the full cautionary tale of mental health and aviation safety.
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China cancels 500,000 Japan flights in Taiwan dispute
Chinese travellers cancel half a million flights to Japan amid diplomatic tensions over Taiwan. Discover how this impacts tourism and business relations between the Asian giants.
Epstein island flights spiked in 2015, data shows
New data reveals a dramatic spike in flights to Jeffrey Epstein's private island after sex abuse allegations widened, sparking cover-up speculation. Read the full investigation.
Drunk passenger in police tussle on Ryanair flight
A disruptive passenger caused delays on a Ryanair flight from Krakow to Bristol after refusing to sit for landing, leading to a tussle with police. Read the full story.
US Air Travel Rebounds After Government Shutdown Ends
US air traffic returns to normal after government shutdown as controllers receive back pay and bonuses. Thanksgiving travel expected unaffected despite earlier flight cancellations.
Melbourne's skyscraper peregrine chicks take flight
Three peregrine falcon chicks have successfully fledged from their nest atop a Melbourne skyscraper. One had a dramatic crash landing before soaring on its second attempt. Watch their journey!
Severn Bridge closed due to emergency infrastructure works
The M48 Severn Bridge is closed in both directions for emergency repairs on an infrastructure defect, causing severe travel disruption between England and Wales. Motorists are urged to use the M4 Prince of Wales Bridge diversion. Plan your journey now.
Pilot's blunt warning on ignoring aeroplane mode
An A330 pilot issues a stark safety warning about mobile phone use on flights, revealing how hundreds of devices can cause dangerous interference with aircraft systems.
Blue Islands Airline Shuts Down, All Flights Cancelled
Channel Islands carrier Blue Islands suspends trading, cancels all flights, and makes 100 staff redundant. Passengers urged not to travel to airports. Find out what to do if you're affected.
Ryanair 2026 Route Cuts: Full List of Axed Destinations
Ryanair confirms major route cuts across Europe for 2026, axing flights to Spain, Germany, and France. Discover which holiday destinations are being scrapped and why.
Aberdeen Airport is UK's most punctual for 2025
New CAA data reveals Aberdeen Airport leads the UK with 83% of flights on time. Discover the best and worst airports for delays in our full report.
Epstein tracked Trump flights in released emails
Newly released documents show Jeffrey Epstein's staff monitored Donald Trump's air travel while the financier made disparaging private comments about his former friend.
Jet2 to launch 29 sunshine routes from Gatwick
Jet2 announces major expansion at London Gatwick with flights to 29 sunshine destinations including Spain and Greece, creating over 300 new jobs. Book your 2025 holiday now!
Liberal MPs' Qantas flight turns back due to smoke
A Qantas flight carrying Liberal politicians to a net zero meeting was forced back to Adelaide after smoke filled the cabin. Read the full story of the emergency landing.
Delta settles flight attendant harassment lawsuit
Delta Airlines settles a lawsuit alleging a flight attendant was fired after enduring sexual assault and making pro-union posts. Discover the details and its impact on the major unionisation campaign.
Jet2 and Ryanair ban hot drinks on flights
Jet2 and Ryanair have banned passengers from bringing hot drinks onboard. Discover the new rules, what food is allowed, and how to avoid getting caught out.
US Flight Chaos: 1,100+ Cancellations Amid FAA Cuts
US travellers face worsening flight cancellations and delays as FAA implements deeper cuts amid air traffic controller shortages. Over 1,100 flights cancelled Tuesday.
Qantas Airbus A350 to fly 22 hours non-stop to Sydney
Qantas reveals revolutionary Airbus A350-1000ULR that will fly non-stop from London to Sydney in 22 hours from 2027, cutting journey time by four hours.
Gatwick-Newquay flights resume with Skybus takeover
Flights between London Gatwick and Cornwall Airport Newquay resume November 23 after Skybus replaces Eastern Airways. Book now for reestablished Cornwall-London air link.
British Airways axes four UK routes in network shake-up
British Airways has confirmed it will cease operations on four popular short-haul routes from the UK, affecting flights to Germany, Austria and domestic services in a significant network restructuring.
US flight cuts hit 40 airports over staff crisis
A severe air traffic controller shortage is forcing dramatic flight reductions at 40 US airports, creating travel chaos for millions of passengers during the busy holiday season.
US Shutdown Threatens Air Travel Chaos
Millions of air travellers face unprecedented disruption as a looming US government shutdown threatens to close critical 'Duffy airspace' sectors, causing potential travel chaos across the Atlantic.
Drone Chaos Closes Belgian Airports Indefinitely
Major travel disruption hits Belgium as Brussels and Liège airports face complete shutdown due to unauthorised drone activity, causing widespread flight cancellations and delays.
Drone Chaos Shuts Three Major European Airports
Three of Europe's busiest airports face complete shutdown after multiple drone sightings, causing travel chaos and raising serious security concerns across the continent.
US shutdown triggers flight chaos as controllers protest
A partial US government shutdown has triggered widespread flight delays and cancellations across America as air traffic controllers stage mass sickouts, creating travel chaos for thousands of passengers.
Shipping boss groped girl, 12, on flight
A senior shipping company director faces jail after sexually assaulting a child mid-air, telling authorities he was confused and thought she was his wife in shocking court case.
Ariana Grande emotionally distressed, forced off Brazil flight
Pop sensation Ariana Grande was dramatically removed from a flight to Brazil after becoming 'emotionally distressed,' forcing her to miss the Wicked film premiere and leaving fans devastated.
London protest against Jamaica deportation flight
Hundreds gathered in Kingston upon Thames to protest the UK government's controversial deportation flight to Jamaica, demanding an end to the hostile environment policy.
Team GB swimmer investigated after plane incident
British Olympic swimming prospect Archie Goodburn faces potential career consequences after being removed from a flight for an alleged inappropriate act, just months before Paris 2024.
Air India crash survivor reveals trauma that broke him
Exclusive interview with the only person to survive the devastating 1966 Air India crash that killed 117 people, as he breaks his decades-long silence about the psychological aftermath.
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