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travel1 year ago

Charlotte Airport Strike Begins Amid Thanksgiving Travel Rush

Asheville Regional Airport remains unaffected by a strike at Charlotte Douglas International Airport involving American Airlines contract workers protesting for better wages. Despite the strike, Asheville is preparing for a busy Thanksgiving travel season, with no disruptions reported in flight schedules. The airport has addressed past parking issues by adding more spaces, ensuring ample parking for travelers. Passengers are advised to check flight statuses and arrive early for their flights.

aviation2 years ago

Fiery Plane Crash on I-26 Causes Interstate Closure

A small plane made a forced landing on Interstate 26 near Asheville, North Carolina, resulting in a fiery crash. The plane, a single-engine Diamond DA-40, had two people on board, an instructor and a student from LIFT Academy, a flight school based in Indiana. The occupants reported engine failures and attempted to land on the freeway. They escaped with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident caused the closure of the interstate, impacting traffic in the area. The FAA and NTSB will investigate the crash.