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Gatwick flight delayed after 'dead passenger' boards

Passengers on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick were left shocked after a family allegedly boarded with a deceased elderly relative, causing a 12-hour delay. Read the full investigation.

US waives $11m Southwest fine for 2022 holiday chaos

The US government has waived an $11m fine for Southwest Airlines as part of a $140m settlement over its 2022 holiday travel meltdown that stranded over 2 million passengers. Read the full details.

Ryanair axes loyalty scheme over cost concerns

Ryanair has cancelled its Prime subscription service after eight months, citing unsustainable costs as customer discounts exceeded revenue. Find out what this means for existing members.

Airbus software issue affects 6,000 planes globally

Thousands of Airbus A320 aircraft require urgent software updates after solar radiation vulnerability discovered. UK passengers face potential travel disruption. Check your flight status now.

Airbus A320 Recall: 6000 Jets Grounded

A sweeping Airbus A320 recall affects over half the global fleet. Discover which airlines are impacted and the potential for flight disruptions across the UK and worldwide.

Airbus A320 Recall After Solar Radiation Incident

Airbus mandates immediate software changes for thousands of A320 jets after intense solar radiation corrupted flight data, causing major global travel disruption. Discover the full story.

Ryanair closes Prime scheme after 8 months

Ryanair closes its Prime membership club after just eight months, revealing customers gained over €6m in benefits while the airline made only €4.4m in subscription revenue.

EasyJet profits climb as holidays sell well

EasyJet reports a 9% rise in annual profits to £665m, driven by strong demand for package holidays. Discover how popular destinations and strategic expansion fuel growth.

Government backs £49bn Heathrow expansion plan

The UK government is set to approve Heathrow's controversial £49bn third runway, opting for the airport's ambitious proposal over a rival bid. The decision comes despite airline warnings over soaring costs.

Critical Incident: 40ft Oxfordshire Waste Mountain

A 40ft-high mountain of illegally dumped waste in Kidlington, Oxfordshire, has prompted a critical incident. Authorities are racing to prevent River Cherwell pollution. Read the latest on Operation Nation.

Navy may fire warning shot at Russian spy ship

Former MI6 chief warns Royal Navy could take aggressive action against Russian spy ship Yantar after lasers targeted RAF pilots near Scottish waters. Read the latest developments.

Russian Spy Ship Yantar Poses Undersea Threat

Russia's covert vessel Yantar, equipped with lasers and cable-cutting gear, is mapping the West's vulnerable undersea infrastructure. Discover the risks to our economy.

Ryanair offers £50 for £1500 shredded luggage

Photographer Daniel Sakal's £1500 luggage was ripped to shreds on a Ryanair flight. The airline offered just £50 compensation. Read his shocking story and find out how to claim.

Russian plane falls apart during emergency landing

Shocking video shows Russian SSJ100 aircraft disintegrating mid-air before emergency landing in Khabarovsk. All 95 passengers and crew survive. Full details and aviation safety concerns.

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