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180 articlesPage 1 of 9Updated Apr 20, 2026

Aerocivil Probes Lufthansa & Qatar Airways Near-Miss Over Bogotá

A Lufthansa B787 and a Qatar Airways B777F narrowly averted collision over Bogotá due to an ATC error, prompting a full investigation by Aerocivil.

Apr 20, 20264 min
Aerocivil Probes Lufthansa & Qatar Airways Near-Miss Over Bogotá
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United Airlines 737 Diverts to Pittsburgh After Security Threat

A United Airlines 737 MAX 8 diverted to Pittsburgh and evacuated via slides after a potential security threat; the FBI is investigating the incident.

Apr 19, 20264 min
United Airlines 737 Diverts to Pittsburgh After Security Threat
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Ryanair Crew Assault Case Highlights Rise in Unruly Passenger Incidents

A Ryanair cabin crew member resigned after a sexual assault by a passenger, highlighting growing calls from airlines for mandatory airport alcohol limits.

Apr 17, 20264 min
Ryanair Crew Assault Case Highlights Rise in Unruly Passenger Incidents
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PT Matthew Air H130 Crashes in West Kalimantan; 8 Fatalities Confirmed

An Airbus H130 operated by PT Matthew Air Nusantara crashed in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, resulting in eight fatalities and prompting a KNKT...

Apr 17, 20264 min
PT Matthew Air H130 Crashes in West Kalimantan; 8 Fatalities Confirmed
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American Airlines A319 Avoids Truck Collision at Charlotte Airport

An American Airlines pilot averted a ground collision by braking to avoid a truck at Charlotte, intensifying safety concerns after a recent fatal LGA...

Apr 17, 20264 min
American Airlines A319 Avoids Truck Collision at Charlotte Airport
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NTSB Cites Systemic Failures in Fatal DCA Midair Collision Report

The NTSB's final report on the fatal 2025 DCA midair collision cites systemic FAA failures, issuing 50 safety recommendations after the crash killed 67.

Apr 17, 20265 min
NTSB Cites Systemic Failures in Fatal DCA Midair Collision Report
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SpiceJet B737 Collides with Akasa Air MAX at Delhi; DGCA Probes Ground Incident

A SpiceJet Boeing 737 collided with a stationary Akasa Air B737 MAX at Delhi airport, prompting a DGCA investigation and grounding of both aircraft.

Apr 17, 20264 min
SpiceJet B737 Collides with Akasa Air MAX at Delhi; DGCA Probes Ground Incident
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NTSB Sets May Hearing for Deadly UPS MD-11F Crash Investigation

The NTSB will hold a two-day hearing in May to determine the probable cause of the fatal November 2025 crash of a UPS MD-11F freighter in Louisville.

Apr 17, 20264 min
NTSB Sets May Hearing for Deadly UPS MD-11F Crash Investigation
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Bird Strikes Cost Nigerian Airlines Millions as Regulators Mandate Action

Nigerian airlines face mounting financial losses from a surge in bird strikes, prompting regulators to enforce new wildlife hazard management plans.

Apr 17, 20265 min
Bird Strikes Cost Nigerian Airlines Millions as Regulators Mandate Action
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Russia and Azerbaijan Settle Compensation for 2024 AZAL E190 Crash

Russia and Azerbaijan have reached a settlement to pay compensation for the unintentional downing of an Azerbaijan Airlines E190 aircraft in December 2024.

Apr 16, 20264 min
Russia and Azerbaijan Settle Compensation for 2024 AZAL E190 Crash
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FAA Investigates Falling Ice Block That Struck California Home's Roof

The FAA is investigating after a large block of ice, possibly from an aircraft, crashed through a residential roof in Whittier, California on April 10.

Apr 16, 20264 min
FAA Investigates Falling Ice Block That Struck California Home's Roof
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Two Killed in Beechcraft 58 Crash Near New Market, TN; NTSB Investigates

A Beechcraft 58 crashed near New Market, TN, resulting in two fatalities; the FAA and NTSB are now leading the investigation into the incident.

Apr 16, 20264 min
Two Killed in Beechcraft 58 Crash Near New Market, TN; NTSB Investigates
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FAA Probes Air France 777 Rejected Takeoff After LAX Runway Incursion

The FAA is investigating an Air France 777's rejected takeoff at LAX after a Gulfstream G650ER crossed the active runway without authorization.

Apr 16, 20264 min
FAA Probes Air France 777 Rejected Takeoff After LAX Runway Incursion
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Two Killed in Extra 300 Light Aircraft Crash in Western Germany

German authorities have opened an investigation into a fatal Extra 300 light aircraft crash in western Germany that killed two occupants near Aachen.

Apr 15, 20263 min
Two Killed in Extra 300 Light Aircraft Crash in Western Germany
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Curaçao Met Service & Dutch Delegation Review Aviation Weather Safety

Curaçao's met service met with a Dutch delegation to discuss enhancing aviation safety through improved weather forecasting and data communication.

Apr 15, 20264 min
Curaçao Met Service & Dutch Delegation Review Aviation Weather Safety
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FAA Investigates Large Ice Chunk That Struck Southern California Home

The FAA is investigating a large ice chunk that crashed through a California home, prompting concerns over aircraft safety in high-traffic flight paths.

Apr 15, 20264 min
FAA Investigates Large Ice Chunk That Struck Southern California Home
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PNG's NAC Tightens Security After Smuggling Spike at Jacksons Airport

PNG's NAC is tightening security after intercepting over 36kg of marijuana and ammunition in multiple smuggling attempts at Jacksons Airport this month.

Apr 15, 20265 min
PNG's NAC Tightens Security After Smuggling Spike at Jacksons Airport
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Asiana A350 Triggers Alert with Low Altitude SFO Approach

An Asiana Airlines A350 is under FAA investigation after descending to 375 feet on approach to SFO, triggering a low altitude alert from controllers.

Apr 15, 20264 min
Asiana A350 Triggers Alert with Low Altitude SFO Approach
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China Airlines A350 Door Torn Off by Jetbridge at Melbourne Airport

A China Airlines A350 was grounded at Melbourne Airport after its door was torn off in a jetbridge collision, prompting a formal safety investigation.

Apr 15, 20264 min
China Airlines A350 Door Torn Off by Jetbridge at Melbourne Airport
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Icelandair Reports Pilot for Unauthorized Boeing 757 Low-Altitude Flyover

Icelandair reported a pilot to authorities after an unauthorized low-altitude flyover in a Boeing 757 over his hometown to mark his retirement.

Apr 14, 20264 min
Icelandair Reports Pilot for Unauthorized Boeing 757 Low-Altitude Flyover
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