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Aircraft Mishap

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transportation2 months ago•2 min saved

Delta Flight Attendant's Mistake Causes $70,000 Emergency Evacuation Cost

A Delta flight attendant accidentally deployed an emergency evacuation slide on a Pittsburgh to Salt Lake City flight, causing over $70,000 in damages, delaying the flight for four hours, and stranding passengers overnight. The incident occurred when the attendant unintentionally raised the door handle while arming the door, triggering the slide to deploy prematurely. The airline is investigating and may require retraining for the crew member involved.

via New York Post|

#aircraft-mishap #aviation-safety #delta-airlines

military2 years ago•13 min saved

"Tragic Osprey Crash in Japan Claims Lives of 8 Crew Members, Including Central Florida Man"

The U.S. military has transitioned from search and rescue operations to search and recovery operations following the CV-22 aircraft mishap off the coast of Yakushima Island, Japan. Three Airmen's remains have been recovered, three others have been located and are in the process of being recovered, and two Airmen are still being located. The identities of the deceased Airmen have been released. The search and recovery operations involve multiple military branches and Japanese allies. The privacy and support for the families impacted by the incident remain a top priority.

via Air Force Link|

#afsoc #aircraft-mishap #military

military2 years ago•1 min saved

US Navy Plane's Flight Data Recorder Recovered After Runway Overshoot in Hawaii

The flight data recorder of a U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon plane that overshot a runway and ended up in the water near Honolulu has been recovered as the military investigates the cause of the accident. Sailors conducted a survey to assess the plane's structural integrity and the impact on the coral and marine environment. Concerns have been raised about potential damage to the coral reef and the presence of fuel or chemicals in the area. The Navy has implemented containment measures and is monitoring the site 24/7. No injuries were reported in the incident.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|

#aircraft-mishap #flight-data-recorder #kaneohe-bay

human-interest2 years ago•2 min saved

South Carolina retiree's viral account of F-35 crash sparks investigation

A retiree in South Carolina, Randolph White, has gone viral for his animated account of a missing F-35 stealth jet crashing near his home. White vividly described hearing a screeching noise followed by a boom that shook his entire house. Initially thinking it was a meteorite, he later learned it was the missing jet. White expressed gratitude that no one was hurt and called for a thorough investigation into the incident. The pilot, who ejected from the jet, was found and taken to a hospital for treatment. The cause of the crash remains unknown.

via New York Post |

#aircraft-mishap #f-35-crash #human-interest