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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

travel-and-accessibility2 years ago•2 min saved

"Passenger Endures Long Wait for Wheelchair Repair Post Southwest Flight"

Lydia Arina Barron filmed her wheelchair being mishandled by Southwest Airlines, resulting in damage. Despite being an ambulatory user, the damage impacted her daily life and caused additional expenses. Southwest Airlines has been in touch to resolve the issue, but Barron emphasizes the need for better training for airline staff handling mobility devices and greater awareness among disabled passengers of their rights. The Department of Transportation reports a rise in mishandled mobility equipment by airlines, with USA TODAY tracking these incidents to shed light on the challenges faced by travelers with disabilities.

via USA TODAY|

##airlinewheelchairdamage #airtravel