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Virgin Atlantic Forced To Rehire Gay Crew Member Following Termination 09/18/2024 - (Joe Gvora) Virgin Atlantic was forced to reinstate a gay crew member that was previously fired form the airline. See why the Fair Work Commission overturned the firing and what legal experts said about Virgin's conduct.

Spirit Airlines Airbus A321 Suffers Engine Failure Following Takeoff From BWI Airport 10/01/2022 - (Edwin Sims) A spirit airlines aircraft departed from BWI en route to Orlando but had to turn back around due to engine issues.

Muan International Airport Closure Extended, Trapping Jin Air 737 02/03/2025 - (Sanghyun Kim) A Jin Air Boeing 737-800 is stranded at Muan International Airport following its closure due to the crash of Jeju Air Flight 7C2216.

“I’m Not Okay”: Chilling Audio Captures Near-Disaster as Pilot Tries to Kill Engines 01/01/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) The aviation community and the public are getting a chilling, firsthand look at the moments of near-catastrophe aboard Alaska Airlines Flight 2059 (operated by Horizon Air). Newly released cockpit voice recordings (CVR), made public in early January 2026 following the conclusion of legal proceedings, capture the exact moment off-duty pilot Joseph Emerson attempted to shut down the aircraft's engines mid-flight.

United Airlines Aircraft Declared Crime Scene After Live Ammunition Discovery In Overhead Bin 02/18/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) Authorities at Newark Liberty International Airport were scrambled into action Tuesday afternoon following a chilling discovery that transformed a routine passenger jet into a federal investigation site.

Is the Boeing 737 MAX the Safest Modern Airliner? 04/07/2023 - (Gabriel Kramp) Because of the sheer intensity of the scrutiny the aircraft faced, the Boeing 737 MAX could be considered one of the safest in the world. In fact, among the dozens of models of commercial airliners around the world, it is likely the safest due to the amount of regulation testing that took place. The aircraft was in Boeing's view to make the necessary changes, and the company was pressured into prioritizing its safety following the accidents that took place.

Hundreds of Flights Delayed from Orlando International Airport Following Fatal Car Crash 07/10/2022 - (Ejaaz Cadinouche) Hundreds of flights were delayed at Orlando International Airport following a fatal car crash on the morning of Saturday, July 9.

New Programs Allow Non-Flyers Through Security, Wait at Gate 06/28/2023 - (Luke Wirostko) A rule that has been in place since the terrorist attacks on September 11th, 2001 is slowly being relaxed across American airports. A new program being rolled out across American airports is allowing general members of the public to access the airside areas of American airport terminals.

The Boeing 717: Boeing's Failed Aircraft 12/01/2023 - (AeroXplorer.com Staff) In 1997, Boeing bought its long-time rival McDonnell Douglas for $13 Billion. After the acquisition, Boeing began to phase out its newly acquired McDonnell Douglas aircraft in favor of its own designs, which most industry leaders deemed more successful. However, McDonnell Douglas had its MD-95 in production, which was set to release just two years later in 1999. Boeing decided to give the aircraft a chance and rebranded the MD-95 as the Boeing 717-200. Following its untimely release, the aircraft failed horribly.

Trump to Decertify Bombardier Global Express Over Gulfstream Dispute 01/29/2026 - (AeroXplorer.com Staff) President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the United States is moving to decertify Bombardier Global Express business jets. The declaration serves as the opening salvo in a high-stakes standoff over international aviation approvals following delays in Gulfstream G800 certification.

SWISS Introduces Free Wi-Fi Onboard Long Haul Flights 07/30/2023 - (Adam Schupak) SWISS Airlines is following in the footsteps of its fellow STAR ALLIANCE carriers by adding a free-to-use Wi-Fi plan onboard all of its long haul flights. The new free plan will have no data cap and be available to all passengers in all classes onboard.

Passengers Restrained on American Airlines and Qantas Flights After Dramatic Outbursts 01/01/2024 - (Hadi Ahmad) At approximately the same time, two unrelated incidents involved disciplinary actions against unruly passengers. The first incident occurred on an American Airlines flight on December 30, while the second occurred on a Qantas flight the following day. Cases involving unruly passengers have been rising since the pandemic, with these incidents increasing by 47% from 2021 to 2022.

Airbus Issues Urgent Safety Directive After Discovery of Solar Radiation Data Corruption Risk in A320 Family 11/28/2025 - (Daniel Mena) Airbus has called for immediate precautionary action across all global operators of A320 Family aircraft following the discovery of a rare but critical vulnerability linked to intense solar radiation.

Citation C550 Fireball: Greg Biffle and Five Others Killed in Failed Emergency Landing at KSVH 12/18/2025 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) The aviation community and the world of motorsports are in mourning today, December 18, 2025, following a catastrophic accident at Statesville Regional Airport (KSVH). A Cessna Citation II (C550), linked to retired NASCAR star Greg Biffle, crashed while attempting an emergency landing shortly after takeoff, claiming the lives of all six people on board.

Air Canada Under Fire as Disabled Passenger Forced to Drag Himself off Aircraft 11/11/2023 - (George Mwangi) Air Canada has announced its plan to make significant changes to its operations following several high-profile incidents involving disabled passengers. Four people with disabilities revealed their poor experiences flying with Air Canada this year. These incidents involved the airline not accommodating disabled passengers who required extra assistance. In one case, the passenger was forced to drag himself to the front of the aircraft before being able to use a wheelchair.

4-Hour Flight Airborne for Nearly 8 Hours Following "Stabilizer Issues" 01/16/2025 - (Sanghyun Kim) A Boeing 737-800 registered to UT Air made an emergency landing on January 7th. The flight, UT Air Flight 881, reportedly experienced "stabilizer issues" mid-flight, causing the aircraft to divert to Moscow Vnukovo Airport (VKO) 6 hours and 50 minutes after takeoff. None of the 173 passengers onboard were injured.

The Aircraft That Mysteriously Caught Fire: South African Airways Flight 295 04/06/2024 - (Hadi Ahmad) Whenever a major air incident occurs, authorities can determine the cause of the crash following a comprehensive investigation. However, the case of South African Airways Flight 295 is unique. Unfortunately, the exact cause of this tragedy continues to remain unknown. This is the mystery of the Helderberg, a Boeing 747-200 from South African Airways.

Emirates Bans In-Flight Power Bank Use Following Rise in Battery Fire Incidents 08/12/2025 - (Agnel Jenson A. Paul) Emirates is introducing stricter safety measures by banning the use of all power banks during flights starting October 1, 2025. The decision comes after a detailed safety review and growing concerns in the aviation industry about lithium battery fires.

Tunisair Flight Chaos Leads to Management Shakeup and Government Intervention 11/13/2024 - (Victor Odhiambo) Tunisia’s national airline, Tunisair, is embroiled in operational disruptions. Following severe flight delays and cancellations earlier this month, the government is now taking decisive measures to address the crisis.

Fort Lauderdale Brought to a Halt by Torrential Storms 04/13/2023 - (Bhavya Velani) The occurrence of thunderstorms caused the closure of the city's airport and left many travelers stranded. The airport was anticipated to reopen at noon on Thursday following the extreme weather that prompted authorities to issue a rare flash flood emergency.

Alaska Airlines Passenger Faces Federal Charges Following Alleged Sexual Assault on Flight to Anchorage 02/26/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) A 44-year-old man remains in federal custody today following a harrowing incident aboard an Alaska Airlines flight earlier this week.

Wealthy Travelers Pay Record Sums For Private Jets To Escape Dubai Amid Middle East Airspace Chaos 03/03/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) Tens of thousands of airline passengers remain stranded across the Gulf region following the sudden closure of major aviation hubs last weekend, but for those with the financial means, the price of an exit has reached unprecedented heights.

Following ICE Deportation Flight Cuts, Avelo Airlines Hit With Fines Over Flight Attendant Drug Testing 03/11/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) Low-cost carrier Avelo Airlines finds itself under the regulatory microscope this week as the FAA proposed a $65,000 civil penalty for systemic failures in its drug and alcohol testing program.

The Deadliest Hijacking Before 9/11: Ethiopian Airlines Flight 961 05/25/2024 - (Hadi Ahmad) Aircraft hijackings have thankfully become increasingly rare following the tragic events of September 11th. However, rather unfortunately, various hijacking events had taken place in the decades leading up to the new millennium. One of those events was Ethiopian Airlines Flight 961, an infamous flight that turned out to be the deadliest hijacking incident before 9/11.

Ethiopian Airlines and Qatar Airways Planes Nearly Collide Over Somalia 02/25/2024 - (Hadi Ahmad) A mid-air collision was barely avoided over the skies of Somalia following a miscommunication from Air Traffic Control (ATC) on February 24. This incident involved a Qatar Airways Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner and an Ethiopian Airlines Airbus A350-900.

Pakistan International Airlines 777 Grounded in Malaysia Over Unpaid Lease 05/31/2023 - (Hadi Ahmad) A Pakistan International Airlines 777 was recently impounded in Malaysia following the airline's failure to pay its lease on the aircraft. This is the second time in two years that such an event has transpired, that too on the exact same plane.

FAA Proposes Mandatory 737NG Stabilizer Inspections Following Reports of Dangerous "Pitch Oscillations" 01/08/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) In a significant move to address emerging safety concerns within the global narrowbody fleet, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officially issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) targeting the horizontal stabiliser components of the Boeing 737 Next Generation (NG) series.

Mexican Medical Plane Crashes in Galveston Bay During Rescue Mission 12/22/2025 - (Daniel Mena) Search and rescue operations are continuing into the evening in West Galveston Bay following the crash of a Mexican military medical flight. The Beech King Air 350, which was carrying eight people (two pilots and six passengers), went down around 3:15 p.m. on Monday as it approached Scholes International Airport.

Australia, New Zealand Evacuate Citizens From New Caledonia By Air 05/21/2024 - (Adam Schupak) The governments of Australia and New Zealand have announced that they will be sending “government” planes to New Caledonia to evacuate their citizens from the French territory following a week of riots. Currently, around 3,200 people are stranded in, or outside of New Caledonia due to suspended flights and air travel into the French territory.

Sunlight After Sunset: SpaceX Rocket Launch Creates Incredible Effect Over Southwest US 06/25/2024 - (Adam Schupak) Those observing a SpaceX rocket launch in Arizona on June 23 were in for a spectacular surprise when they saw a glowing trail of exhaust in the sky. The strange trail of glowing exhaust can be explained by science.

Unruly Passenger Incident Leads to Operational Suspension, Potential Aircraft Seizure in Mozambique 01/16/2025 - (Victor Odhiambo) Airlink has suspended its flights to Nampula, Mozambique following a legal dispute initiated by two passengers who were removed from a flight for "unruly and threatening behavior." The claim by the passengers has led to an interim court order to seize three of Airlink’s aircraft, pending the outcome of the case.

Azul Orders More A330neos Amid Long-Haul Expansion Plans 12/22/2023 - (Hadi Ahmad) Azul Linhas Aéreas confirmed a new order for the Airbus A330neo following a purchase agreement signed in June. With this order, the Brazilian carrier hopes to expand its widebody fleet and as a result, its long-haul route offering.

How Turbulence Might Get Worse in The Future 05/05/2024 - (Hadi Ahmad) Turbulence. Chances are that if you have ever taken a flight, you have faced turbulence in some way, shape, or form. Whatever your view on turbulence is will impact how you take the following news: turbulence is expected to get more common and intense.

FAA Grounds Certain 777-200s Following Incident in Denver 02/21/2021 - (Daniel Mena) Following yesterday's incident, where a United Airlines Boeing 777 suffered an engine failure after departure from Honolulu, the FAA declared that all Boeing 777s equipped with Pratt & Whitney PW4070 engines would be grounded until further notice. This would allow for a more thorough investigation in the matter whilst ensuring the safety of passengers on these aircraft.

Alaska Air Group Rewards 32000 Employees With Three Weeks Bonus Pay Following Landmark Performance Year 02/17/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) Alaska Air Group has officially confirmed that more than 32,000 employees across Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air will receive nearly three weeks of additional pay this month.

UPS and Fedex Ground MD-11 Fleets Following Louisville Crash 11/08/2025 - (AeroXplorer.com Staff) Both UPS and FedEx have grounded their MD-11 fleets following a deadly plane crash that killed fourteen people.

Nearly 500 Flights Cancelled Following Venezuela Attack, Caribbean Airspace Closure 01/03/2026 - (Daniel Mena) Hundreds of flights have been cancelled this morning after an overnight U.S. military attack in Venezuela left airspace in much of the Caribbean closed.

Drunk British Airways Pilot Assaults 3 Crew Members During Layover; Suspended from Airline 09/07/2024 - (Bhavya Velani) British Airways (BA) first officer faces suspension following accusations of drunken assaults on three female crew members in Johannesburg.

VIDEO: Shots Fired at Aeromexico E190 at Culiacan Airport 01/06/2023 - (Brantsen Gill) An Aeromexico Connect Embraer E190 was on the runway of Culiacan International Airport (CUL) when shots were fired at the aircraft. The Sinaloa cartel is suspected to be responsible for the shots following the arrest of local drug lord Ovidio Guzman, son of "El Chapo" Guzman.

British Airways to Begin Service to Cincinnati 11/25/2022 - (Adam Schupak) British Airways announced that it will commence service to the American city of Cincinnati starting in June of 2023. This comes with the airline's continuous expansion to its North American network following its string of new partnerships with multiple European and North American airlines.

Can You Pay for a Private Jet with Crypto? 03/22/2024 - (Öyküm Gelen) Cryptocurrency has emerged as an alternative currency to traditional forms of payment. A Florida-based private charter company, Bitlux, is revolutionizing private jet travel by allowing for its charters to be paid in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Aeroflot Boeing 777 Makes Emergency Landing Following Bomb Threat 10/21/2022 - (Diana Vidstrom) On October 14, an Aeroflot Boeing 777-300ER conducted an emergency landing in Delhi due to a bomb threat.

JetBlue Announces New Livery Following Brand Refresh 06/14/2023 - (Davis Turner) JetBlue has announced a new livery that will debut tomorrow, June 15. The livery is boldly blue with colorful accents, honoring the airline's ability to standout in the legacy-dominated domestic aviation market in the United States.

NTSB Scrutinizes FAA NOTAM Logic Following Fatal MD 530F Canyon Crash 01/09/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) One week after a private helicopter plummeted into the rugged depths of Telegraph Canyon, the aviation community is reeling not only from the loss of four lives but from the glaring systemic failures it has unearthed.

Emirates CEO Apologizes Following Operational Disaster 05/01/2024 - (Hadi Ahmad) In April of 2024, unprecedented floods in Dubai wreaked havoc on all aspects of the city. This disruptive weather unleashed a massive blow on the city as it dealt with the heaviest rain in 75 years. Emirates, Dubai's hometown carrier and the Middle East's largest airline suffered a huge blow as it struggled to properly accommodate large numbers of passengers following a large swath of disruptions ranging from weather to airspace closures.

Jackson Hole Airport Reopens Following Lengthy Closure 07/06/2022 - (Davis Turner) Jackson Hole airport is reopening following an eleven-week closure. The airport now boasts a reconstructed runway and modern security facility.

$1 Billion Lawsuit Filed: Passengers Claim Alaska Airlines and Boeing Put Lives at Risk 03/04/2024 - (Öyküm Gelen) Three passengers on Alaska Airlines Flight 1812, which had an incident involving a door plug blowing off mid-flight in January, are suing the airline and Boeing for $1 billion. The case includes negligence for allegedly ignoring the signs of an impending incident.

Jill Biden Security Mishap as Agent Accidentally Shoots Self at Philadelphia Airport FBO 03/27/2026 - (Kalum Shashi Ishara) Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) security protocols faced an unexpected evaluation this morning following an accidental weapon discharge involving a member of the former First Lady’s protective detail.

Delays Caused at Bush Airport Following Woman on Runway 06/08/2023 - (Luca Joe Azim ) Two runways at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport were closed for 15 minutes yesterday evening around 20:30 ET after a woman managed to enter the runway area and cause delays.

Turkish Airlines Places Massive Airbus Order for 150 A321s and 70 A350s 12/19/2023 - (Hadi Ahmad) Turkish Airlines, the world's most connected airline, recently confirmed a huge new order for 220 Airbus aircraft, following two smaller ones placed by the airline earlier in 2023. This mammoth order brings the Turkish flag carrier's total Airbus backlog to nearly 300 aircraft, in addition to the over 200 Airbus jets currently operated by the airline.