All articles tagged with #cargo plane
A Turkish military C-130 cargo plane crashed near the Azerbaijan-Georgia border with at least 20 onboard, prompting rescue efforts and condolences from officials, with the cause and casualties still unconfirmed.
BBC Verify is analyzing footage and expert opinions regarding a UPS cargo plane crash in Kentucky that resulted in at least seven fatalities, with ongoing investigations into the cause of the crash, alongside coverage of New York City's fusion voting system and other global events.
A cargo plane from Dubai veered off the runway at Hong Kong International Airport, striking a ground vehicle and plunging into the sea, resulting in two fatalities among ground personnel. The incident led to the temporary closure of the north runway, but all crew members aboard the aircraft survived.
A cargo plane skidded off the runway into the sea at Hong Kong International Airport, resulting in two confirmed deaths and the rescue of four crew members and one ground staff, with the northern runway closed following the incident.
A Boeing 747 cargo plane skidded off the runway into the sea at Hong Kong International Airport, resulting in the deaths of two security personnel in a patrol vehicle and the rescue of four crew members; the incident occurred despite safe weather and runway conditions, with investigations ongoing.
Radia is developing the WindRunner, an enormous aircraft designed to transport large wind turbine blades directly to wind farms, potentially surpassing the size and cargo capacity of the Boeing 747 and Antonov An-225, to revolutionize wind energy infrastructure logistics.
A DHL cargo plane flying from Leipzig, Germany, crashed near Vilnius Airport in Lithuania early Monday morning, leading to delayed departures as rescue efforts are underway. The crash occurred near Zirniu Street, south of Vilnius, with no immediate confirmation of casualties. This is a developing story.
Hong Kong customs seized $10 million worth of gold disguised as machine parts on a cargo plane bound for Japan, marking the largest gold smuggling case in the city's history. The gold, concealed in air compressors and painted silver to evade detection, was intended to avoid Japan's 10-percent import tariff. A 31-year-old man, believed to be the mastermind behind the smuggling attempt, has been arrested and faces a potential seven-year prison sentence and a hefty fine if convicted.
A Boeing-manufactured Atlas Air 747 cargo plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Florida after one of its engines burst into flames shortly after takeoff from Miami en route to Puerto Rico. Video footage captured the frightening malfunction, showing the plane streaking across the sky while on fire. A "softball-size hole" was discovered above the engine during a post-flight inspection, and the cause of the mid-air inferno remains unclear. This incident adds to Boeing's recent troubles, including an Alaska Airlines flight interrupted by a sudden rupture to its hull, prompting serious safety concerns and investigations by the Federal Aviation Administration.
A Boeing cargo plane operated by Atlas Air made an emergency landing in Miami after experiencing an engine malfunction shortly after takeoff. The plane, which was headed for Puerto Rico, departed from Miami International Airport and returned 50 minutes later. Atlas Air stated that the crew followed standard procedures and safely returned to the airport, emphasizing safety as their top priority. The incident adds to recent setbacks for Boeing, including quality control concerns and issues with 737 Max airplanes. The Federal Aviation Administration will investigate the matter, while Airbus has surpassed Boeing in aircraft deliveries and orders for 2023.
A cargo plane successfully completed a 12-minute flight over northern California without a pilot on board, marking a significant milestone for the aviation industry. The Cessna 208B Caravan, operated by Reliable Robotics, took off and landed autonomously, with a remote pilot supervising the flight from a distance. The self-piloting aircraft, designed in collaboration with Textron Aviation, can accommodate up to twelve people and has potential applications in both civilian and military sectors. The successful test flight demonstrates the progress being made in autonomous aviation technology.
A cargo plane en route to Belgium from JFK Airport was forced to return after a horse escaped from its stall within 30 minutes of takeoff. The Boeing 747 made an emergency landing, dumping fuel over the Atlantic to reduce weight, and requested a veterinarian to be present upon arrival. The horse remained unrestrained until landing, and it is unclear how it managed to escape. The flight later took off and successfully reached its destination.
Toronto Pearson Airport is charging nearly a penny a second for an extra-large parking space that has been occupied by an Antonov An-124 cargo plane for over a year. The parking fees for the oversized space have reached $330,000 and continue to increase. The cargo plane has a wingspan of 240 feet and can carry up to 150 tons of cargo.