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travel1 year ago

Severe Turbulence Forces Miami-Bound Flight to Return to Europe

A Scandinavian Airlines flight from Stockholm to Miami was forced to return to Europe after encountering severe turbulence over Greenland, causing passengers to be thrown against the cabin ceiling. The Airbus A330, carrying 254 passengers and one infant, landed in Copenhagen instead of Miami. Despite the chaos, no serious injuries were reported. The airline cited the lack of inspection equipment in Miami as the reason for diverting back to their Denmark hub, offering passengers rebooking and hotel accommodations.

via View from the Wing|
#airtravel#emergencylanding#passengersafety
aviation1 year ago

Hainan Airlines Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Rome After Engine Fire

A Hainan Airlines flight from Rome to Shenzhen was forced to return to Fiumicino Airport shortly after takeoff due to a bird strike that caused an engine fire. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner safely landed after dumping fuel over the sea, with no injuries reported among the 249 passengers and 16 crew members. The incident did not cause delays to other air traffic, and the aircraft will undergo inspections to assess damage. Hainan Airlines issued an apology and assured passengers of follow-up assistance.

via NDTV|
#aviation#birdstrike#boeing787
sports1 year ago

Auburn Basketball Flight Diverted After Onboard Player Altercation

The Auburn Tigers basketball team experienced an in-flight altercation among players, leading to their plane being diverted back to Auburn shortly after takeoff. The incident, described by the pilot as "a bunch of basketball players fighting," was resolved without serious consequences. The team was en route to Houston to face the No. 4 team in the nation. Despite the disruption, Auburn remains 1-0 this season after a decisive win against Vermont.

via New York Post |
#auburntigers#basketball#emergencylanding
travel1 year ago

United Airlines Flight Diverted to Denver After Wing Damage Spotted

A United Airlines flight from San Francisco to Boston was diverted to Denver after a passenger noticed damage to a portion of the wing mid-flight, capturing footage that went viral. Despite the alarming incident, none of the 165 passengers were harmed, and they were rerouted to Boston on other flights. This marks the latest in a series of unsettling plane incidents this year, raising concerns about flight safety.

via Futurism|
#boeing757#emergencylanding#flightsafety
transportation-and-safety2 years ago

"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
transportation-safety2 years ago

"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

"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

"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

"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-safety2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Crisis Escalates with Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Emergencies"

An Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 experienced a panel blowout at 16,000 feet, leading to rapid cabin decompression. Fortunately, no one was seated in the adjacent seats, and the aircraft was not at cruising altitude, which likely prevented more serious injuries. The NTSB is investigating the incident, and the FAA has issued an emergency airworthiness directive, resulting in the grounding of an estimated 171 of the planes for inspections. The incident caused Alaska Airlines to cancel 160 flights, impacting around 23,000 passengers. The NTSB is seeking more evidence from passengers and looking for the missing door plug.

via NBC News|
##alaskaairlines#boeing737max9
aviation-safety2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Troubles Escalate with New Alaska Airlines Mid-Air Incidents"

The FAA has grounded some Boeing 737 Max 9 planes after a panel detached from an Alaska Airlines flight, requiring immediate inspections. This is the latest in a series of incidents involving Boeing aircraft, including the tragic crashes of two 737 Max 8 planes in Indonesia and Ethiopia, which killed 346 people. Other issues have ranged from engine malfunctions to fuel leaks across various Boeing models. The FAA and Boeing have faced criticism for their handling of these safety issues, with Boeing claiming to have made significant changes following the crashes.

via NBC News|
##alaskaairlines#aviation-safety
us-news-transportation2 years ago

"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

"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

"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
businesstransportation2 years ago

"Boeing 737 Max Faces Renewed Scrutiny After Series of Emergency Incidents"

Boeing is under renewed scrutiny after an Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency landing due to a panel and window blowing out. This incident adds to Boeing's recent history of engineering and quality issues, including the costly grounding of the 737 Max planes after two fatal crashes. The company has faced massive operating losses, delivery backlogs, and additional safety inspections and manufacturing problems across various aircraft models, impacting its financial performance.

via CNN|
##737max#airlinesafety