All articles tagged with #flight cancellation
The article discusses how recent changes in airline policies now allow travelers to cancel their flight tickets without losing all their money, indicating more flexible refund options for consumers.
Rutgers professor Mark Bray, known for his anti-fascism research, claims his flight to Europe was mysteriously canceled after he received threats and amid increased scrutiny of left-wing groups by the White House, raising concerns about political intimidation and free academic expression.
A Southwest Airlines plane was struck by a bullet while preparing for departure at Dallas Love Field, leading to the cancellation of the flight to Indianapolis. No injuries were reported, and the aircraft was removed from service. The incident prompted a response from law enforcement, and the affected runway was temporarily closed but later reopened with minimal disruption.
A Lufthansa passenger died midflight from Bangkok to Munich after spitting up "liters" of blood, despite aid from flight crew and a doctor on board, leading to the plane turning around. Witnesses described the horror as the 63-year-old passenger showed signs of distress before ultimately passing away. The flight was canceled, and passengers were rebooked onto other flights.
A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to New York was canceled after a passenger noticed four missing fasteners on the wing of the Airbus A330, prompting additional engineering maintenance checks. Despite reassurances from the crew, the passenger expressed concern following a recent Alaska Airlines incident. Virgin Atlantic stated that the safety of customers and crew was not compromised, and the aircraft is now back in service after the missing fasteners were replaced. Airbus UK's Chief Wing Engineer confirmed that the missing fasteners had no impact on the aircraft's safety, and the plane underwent an additional maintenance check as a precautionary measure.
A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to NYC was canceled after a passenger noticed missing bolts on a wing panel, prompting precautionary maintenance checks. While the missing bolts were not a safety concern, the airline rebooked passengers on alternative flights. This incident follows a federal investigation into a Boeing 737 Max 9 after a door plug fell off mid-flight, prompting the FAA to ground all Boeing 737 Max 9 planes for a new inspection and maintenance process.
A Virgin Atlantic flight bound for New York City was cancelled after a passenger noticed missing screws on the plane's wing, prompting concerns about safety. Despite reassurances from airline staff, engineers were dispatched to conduct maintenance checks before the flight's rescheduled departure. Virgin Atlantic and Airbus emphasized that the missing screws did not compromise the aircraft's safety, and the plane is now back in service. The passenger and his partner eventually reached their destination after being rebooked on another flight.
A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester, England to New York City was canceled after a passenger noticed multiple screws missing from the wing of the plane, prompting additional inspection. While the airline emphasized that the missing screws did not compromise the aircraft's safety, the flight was canceled for further assessment. Passengers were flown to JFK Airport on different flights, and the airline assured that safety standards were maintained, with the aircraft now back in service.
A Virgin Atlantic flight from Manchester to New York was canceled after a passenger noticed missing screws on the plane's wing, prompting maintenance checks and reassurances from the airline and Airbus that the aircraft was safe to operate. The passenger, Phil Hardy, filmed an engineer using a screwdriver to tinker with the fasteners, and the flight was ultimately axed to allow for precautionary maintenance checks. The airline apologized for the delay and rebooked passengers on alternate flights to their destination.
A bride-to-be's flight to her wedding was canceled due to the Alaska Airlines disaster, prompting her to seek last-minute alternatives. After discovering that their original flight was on a Boeing MAX 9 plane that had been recalled, the couple managed to secure a new flight on a different airline to a different airport, ultimately en route to their wedding. Despite the ordeal, some criticized the couple for flying the day before their wedding in winter, while others offered advice and support.
An easyJet flight from Tenerife to London Gatwick was canceled after a passenger apparently defecated on the airplane bathroom floor. The flight had already been delayed and passengers had to wait on the ground while bags were offloaded due to the aircraft being overweight. The incident caused discomfort and frustration among passengers, but no fighting occurred. The plane had to be cleaned by external cleaners, and passengers were eventually asked to disembark. EasyJet apologized for the inconvenience and provided hotel accommodation for the affected passengers. This incident follows a series of disruptive incidents involving bodily fluids on airplanes.
Passengers were left stranded in Tenerife after easyJet cancelled a delayed flight to London Gatwick due to a customer defecating on the toilet floor. The flight had already been delayed for several hours before being cancelled, and passengers were offered £500 vouchers to voluntarily leave the flight, but no one accepted. The situation worsened when passengers were moved to a smaller plane, causing chaos. EasyJet admitted they were unable to find hotel rooms, leaving passengers to arrange their own accommodation. Outraged customers criticized the lack of communication and poor handling of the incident. EasyJet apologized for the inconvenience and stated that the flight is scheduled to depart the following afternoon.
Passengers on a United Airlines 777-300ER flight experienced a 14-hour flight to nowhere after the airline decided to return to San Francisco due to the declaration of war in Israel following a surprise attack by Hamas. Israeli airports have mostly closed, and some flights to Tel Aviv have been canceled or delayed. The flight diversion was not due to an unexpected disruption, according to United Airlines. Israel is currently engaged in airstrikes and ground fighting, with casualties reported on both sides.
A first-class passenger, Gillie Da King, criticized American Airlines for overbooking his flight and canceling his ticket, leaving him stranded in Europe. Gillie, who claims to be an Executive Platinum member, expressed his frustration on Instagram, stating that the airline had given away his tickets and had no available flights until the following day. Overbooking is a common practice among airlines, but it is unusual for first-class seats to be affected. This is not the first time American Airlines has faced criticism for giving away paid seats.
After experiencing multiple flight cancellations and delays with American Airlines, a woman was left to spend $600 on a new flight and hotel accommodations. When she complained to the airline, they offered her a trip credit of only $25. Airlines are generally not obligated to compensate passengers for delays or cancellations due to weather or air traffic control issues. However, passengers can seek reimbursement through travel insurance or credit card trip delay coverage. It is important to choose a credit card that offers such coverage, as some issuers have recently removed it from their American Airlines co-brand cards.