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aviation1 year ago•1 min saved

Southwest Plane Hit by Bullet at Dallas Airport, No Injuries Reported

A Southwest Airlines flight was struck by a bullet while taxiing for takeoff at Dallas Love Field Airport, Texas. The bullet hit the plane near the cockpit, but no injuries were reported, and passengers safely deplaned. The incident is under investigation by Dallas police, with no arrests made yet. The runway was temporarily closed but has since reopened. This follows recent incidents of aircraft being struck by gunfire, including in Haiti.

via CNN|

#aviation #aviationsafety #dallaslovefield

transportation-and-safety2 years ago•6 min saved

"Boeing 737 Max Crisis Escalates with Mid-Air Incident on Alaska Flight 1282"

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is seeking public assistance in locating a missing piece of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 fuselage that detached midair, leading to the temporary grounding of certain aircraft models. The incident, which occurred on a flight from Portland to Ontario, caused no serious injuries despite the cabin depressurization and panic among passengers. The NTSB is investigating the mishap, and Alaska Airlines has canceled numerous flights, with disruptions expected to continue. The FAA has mandated inspections for the affected aircraft, and Boeing supports the decision, acknowledging the importance of safety following a history of issues with the 737 MAX series.

via CNN|

##alaskaairlines #aviationsafety

businesstransportation2 years ago•4 min saved

"New Boeing 737 Max Emergency Prompts US Grounding Amid Alaska Air Turmoil"

Boeing faces renewed scrutiny after a portion of the fuselage on an Alaska Airlines 737 Max 9 blew out midflight, leading to emergency inspections of similar aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered inspections of 171 Max 9 planes, resulting in flight cancellations. This incident adds to Boeing's ongoing challenges with the 737 Max series, which was previously grounded after two fatal crashes. The NTSB is investigating the incident, and there is increased focus on Boeing's manufacturing processes and FAA oversight.

via The New York Times|

##737max #alaskaairlines

transportation-safety2 years ago•3 min saved

"NTSB Investigates Boeing 737 Max 9 Door Incident on Alaska Airlines Flight"

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 was forced to make an emergency landing after a cabin panel blew off midair, causing a hole in the fuselage and cabin depressurization. The incident led to the temporary grounding of 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 jets worldwide for inspection. The plane involved was relatively new, having been in service for just eight weeks. Past safety concerns of the 737 Max series included two fatal crashes that led to a worldwide grounding for nearly two years. The recent incident has prompted various international airlines to ground their 737 Max 9 aircraft for inspections in compliance with the FAA directive.

via Al Jazeera English|

##alaskaairlines #aviationsafety

transportation-aviation2 years ago•4 min saved

"Boeing 737 Max 9 Grounded After Mid-Air Blowout Incidents on Alaska Airlines"

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered the grounding of 171 Boeing 737 Max 9 jets for inspections after an Alaska Airlines plane experienced a mid-flight blowout, resulting in part of the fuselage detaching. The incident has led to widespread flight cancellations, with United Airlines grounding 79 planes and Alaska Airlines canceling 160 flights, affecting thousands of passengers. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is also following the FAA's directive, but impacts in Europe are expected to be minimal. Boeing has welcomed the FAA's decision and is cooperating with the inspections. The 737 Max series has faced intense scrutiny and previous groundings following two fatal crashes.

via BBC.com|

##aviationsafety #boeing737max9

transportation-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

"Boeing 737 Max Grounded After Door Incident and Emergency Landings Rattle Alaska Airlines Flights"

The FAA has grounded Boeing 737 Max 9 planes for inspections after an Alaska Airlines flight had to make an emergency landing due to a door blowing off, causing rapid decompression. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, with no serious injuries reported among the 171 passengers and crew. The NTSB is investigating the accident, which could have been more tragic had the plane reached a higher altitude. The directive affects 171 aircraft globally, and the specific plane involved was delivered by Boeing in October.

via Fox Business|

##alaskaairlines #aviationsafety

transportation-safety2 years ago•5 min saved

"FAA Grounds Boeing 737 Max Fleet for Inspections After Alaska Airlines Emergency Landing"

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has ordered the grounding of some Boeing 737 Max 9 jets for inspections after an Alaska Airlines plane experienced a midair emergency, losing part of its fuselage. The incident, which occurred shortly after takeoff from Portland, Oregon, prompted the FAA to mandate checks on a "mid-cabin door plug" on approximately 171 planes. The inspections are expected to take between four to eight hours per aircraft. This comes after a history of issues with Boeing's Max aircraft, including two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019 involving the Max 8 model, leading to a worldwide grounding and subsequent design changes. The recent incident adds to ongoing safety concerns surrounding the Boeing 737 Max series.

via The New York Times|

##aircraftinspection #aviationsafety

transportation-and-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

"NTSB Probes Boeing 737 Max Incidents as Alaska Flight 1282 Sparks New Safety Concerns"

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating a depressurization event on Alaska Airlines flight 1282, which led to the detachment of a plug from the aircraft. The incident occurred on a flight from Portland to Ontario, California, and resulted in minor injuries and psychological distress among passengers. The Boeing 737-9 MAX involved was certified in November. The NTSB is conducting a thorough investigation, while affected passengers face re-booking and travel delays. The missing aircraft part is believed to have fallen near Highway 217 in the Cedar Hills neighborhood.

via KATU|

##alaskaairlines #aviationsafety

us-news-transportation2 years ago•0 min saved

"Pilot's Composure Amid Boeing 737 Max Emergency on Alaska Flight 1282 Highlights Systemic Issues"

Alaska Airlines Flight 1282, a Boeing 737 MAX 9, experienced a midair emergency when part of the plane broke off, resulting in a gaping hole at 16,000 feet. Passengers faced a terrifying situation as objects were sucked out and oxygen masks deployed. The flight made a successful emergency landing in Portland, Oregon, with no injuries reported.

via The Wall Street Journal|

##alaskaairlines #aviationsafety

businesstransportation2 years ago•0 min saved

"Boeing 737 Max Grounded in US Following Mid-Air Window Incident"

The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has grounded a number of Boeing 737 Max planes after an incident where a window blew out mid-flight. This precautionary measure will remain in effect until a thorough investigation is conducted to ensure passenger safety. The grounding may affect airline operations and passenger travel plans, highlighting ongoing concerns with the Boeing 737 Max series, which have faced scrutiny and previous groundings in the past.

via Financial Times|

##aviationsafety #boeing

businesstransportation2 years ago•4 min saved

"Boeing 737 Max Under Scrutiny Following Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Incident"

Boeing's 737 Max faces renewed safety concerns after an Alaska Airlines Max 9 experienced a window blowout, leading to the FAA ordering immediate inspections of certain Max 9 planes. The incident, which caused no injuries, resulted in Alaska Airlines grounding its fleet of Max 9s and canceling flights. The FAA and NTSB are investigating, while Boeing supports the inspections and provides technical assistance. The brand's reputation may be further impacted depending on the cause of the blowout, with past scrutiny over the Max's design and certification process following two fatal crashes. Boeing has faced significant financial and reputational costs due to these issues.

via The Associated Press|

##aircraftinspection #aviationsafety

business2 years ago•4 min saved

"US Grounds Boeing 737 Max 9 Fleet Following Preventable Emergency Landing Incident"

Federal officials have grounded all Boeing 737-9 Max jetliners for inspections after an Alaska Airlines plane experienced a fuselage blowout, leading to an emergency landing in Portland. The incident, which resulted in no serious injuries, has prompted an investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board. The grounding affects approximately 171 airplanes globally, and the inspections are expected to take between four to eight hours per aircraft. This event raises new concerns about the Boeing 737 Max series, which had previously faced a nearly two-year grounding following two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019.

via OregonLive|

##aircraftinspection #alaskaairlines

aviation-safety2 years ago•6 min saved

"FAA Grounds Boeing 737 MAX-9 Jets Following In-Flight Window Incident"

The FAA has grounded Boeing 737 MAX 9 jets after an incident where a cabin window blew out on an Alaska Airlines flight, leading to an emergency landing. The grounding affects 171 planes globally, pending safety inspections. This follows previous scrutiny of the 737 MAX series after two fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019 linked to design flaws. The recent incident involved a nearly new aircraft, causing panic among passengers but no injuries. Boeing, which had previously faced fines for concealing information about the 737 MAX, will be under renewed scrutiny as investigations proceed.

via Daily Mail|

##alaskaairlines #aviation-safety

transportation-safety2 years ago•0 min saved

"Boeing 737 MAX-9 Under Scrutiny Following Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Emergency Landings"

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX-9 made an emergency landing in Portland after part of the aircraft detached midair. Following the incident, Alaska Airlines grounded its MAX-9 fleet. The incident has prompted industry-wide scrutiny to determine the cause and necessary safety measures, especially given the model's history with two previous fatal accidents.

via The Wall Street Journal|

##aircraftinspection #alaskaairlines

business-and-transportation2 years ago•2 min saved

"Alaska Airlines Halts Boeing 737-9 Operations Following Mid-Flight Fuselage Incidents"

Alaska Airlines has grounded its fleet of 65 Boeing 737-9 planes after an incident where part of the fuselage blew open mid-flight on a journey from Portland to California, resulting in an emergency landing. The Federal Aviation Administration described the issue as a "pressurization issue." The airline is conducting full maintenance and safety inspections on each aircraft before returning them to service and is collaborating with Boeing and regulators to investigate the cause. This event raises further concerns about Boeing's quality control, following previous issues with the 737 MAX series. United Airlines also reportedly grounded some of its 737 Max 9 planes following the incident.

via Forbes|

##aircraftgrounding #alaskaairlines