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Trans Air Cargo Service DC-8 Runs Off Runway at Kinshasa A Douglas DC-8 freighter, registration 9S-AJO, operated by Trans Air Cargo Service (TACS), was involved in a runway excursion at N'Djili International Airport (FIH) in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The aircraft reportedly overran/veered off the runway during landing. Initial reports indicate the DC-8 came to a stop after leaving the paved runway area. 🛩️ Aircraft: Douglas DC-8-70/73 freighter 🔢 Registration: 9S-AJO 🏢 Operator: Trans Air Cargo Service (TACS) 📍 Location: N'Djili International Airport (FIH), Kinshasa, DRC 📅 Date: September 8, 2026 ⚠️ Occurrence: Runway excursion / overrun The incident is particularly notable because 9S-AJO is one of the world's very few remaining DC-8s in commercial cargo service. The aircraft, around 55 years old, has been operated by TACS for many years. The circumstances of the excursion and the extent of any aircraft damage remain under investigation. Authorities are expected to preserve evidence and determine the factors involved. #Aviation #DC8 #DouglasDC8 #Kinshasa #AviationSafety #CargoAircraft #RunwayExcursion

Trans Air Cargo Service DC-8 Runs Off Runway at Kinshasa A Douglas DC-8 freighter, registration 9S-AJO, operated by Trans Air Cargo Service (TACS), was involved in a runway excursion at N'Djili International Airport (FIH) in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The aircraft reportedly overran/veered off the runway during landing. Initial reports indicate the DC-8 came to a stop after leaving the paved runway area. 🛩️ Aircraft: Douglas DC-8-70/73 freighter 🔢 Registration: 9S-AJO 🏢 Operator: Trans Air Cargo Service (TACS) 📍 Location: N'Djili International Airport (FIH), Kinshasa, DRC 📅 Date: September 8, 2026 ⚠️ Occurrence: Runway excursion / overrun The incident is particularly notable because 9S-AJO is one of the world's very few remaining DC-8s in commercial cargo service. The aircraft, around 55 years old, has been operated by TACS for many years. The circumstances of the excursion and the extent of any aircraft damage remain under investigation. Authorities are expected to preserve evidence and determine the factors involved. #Aviation #DC8 #DouglasDC8 #Kinshasa #AviationSafety #CargoAircraft #RunwayExcursion

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AVIATION ALERT | AZUL E195-E2 LIFTS OFF AT THE VERY END OF THE RUNWAY IN BRAZIL Dramatic CCTV footage from São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) has captured an Azul Linhas Aéreas Embraer E195-E2 using almost the entire runway before finally lifting off. 📹 What happened? The incident reportedly occurred on 12 October 2026, involving flight AD4797, bound for Belo Horizonte/Confins. The aircraft, registered PS-AEK, departed runway 17R and became airborne only in the final metres of the runway. Congonhas has a runway measuring approximately 1,940 metres, making every stage of the takeoff critical. ✈️ Did the flight continue safely? According to Brazilian aviation reports, the aircraft continued to its destination without any reported problems, and the pilots did not report an issue to air traffic control. ⚠️ What could explain the long takeoff roll? Several factors can affect takeoff performance, including aircraft weight, temperature, wind conditions, runway conditions and engine performance. However, the specific reason for the unusually long takeoff roll has not been confirmed. A dramatic video alone does not establish that the aircraft was in immediate danger, and further information would be needed to determine whether the event warrants a formal safety investigation. 🔎 Aviation safety reminder: Takeoff performance calculations are critical, particularly at airports with relatively short runways. Pilots must ensure that the aircraft can safely achieve the required takeoff performance under the prevailing conditions. 📹 CCTV footage credit: LIROMONT 👍 LIROMONT 👍 and Golf Oscar Romeo #Aviation #AviationSafety #CongonhasAirport #BrazilAviation #FlightSafety

AVIATION ALERT | AZUL E195-E2 LIFTS OFF AT THE VERY END OF THE RUNWAY IN BRAZIL Dramatic CCTV footage from São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) has captured an Azul Linhas Aéreas Embraer E195-E2 using almost the entire runway before finally lifting off. 📹 What happened? The incident reportedly occurred on 12 October 2026, involving flight AD4797, bound for Belo Horizonte/Confins. The aircraft, registered PS-AEK, departed runway 17R and became airborne only in the final metres of the runway. Congonhas has a runway measuring approximately 1,940 metres, making every stage of the takeoff critical. ✈️ Did the flight continue safely? According to Brazilian aviation reports, the aircraft continued to its destination without any reported problems, and the pilots did not report an issue to air traffic control. ⚠️ What could explain the long takeoff roll? Several factors can affect takeoff performance, including aircraft weight, temperature, wind conditions, runway conditions and engine performance. However, the specific reason for the unusually long takeoff roll has not been confirmed. A dramatic video alone does not establish that the aircraft was in immediate danger, and further information would be needed to determine whether the event warrants a formal safety investigation. 🔎 Aviation safety reminder: Takeoff performance calculations are critical, particularly at airports with relatively short runways. Pilots must ensure that the aircraft can safely achieve the required takeoff performance under the prevailing conditions. 📹 CCTV footage credit: LIROMONT 👍 LIROMONT 👍 and Golf Oscar Romeo #Aviation #AviationSafety #CongonhasAirport #BrazilAviation #FlightSafety

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SUSPECTED NOROVIRUS OUTBREAK ON EUROWINGS FLIGHT TRIGGERS EMERGENCY RESPONSE IN GERMANY An ordinary flight from a Greek holiday island turned into a medical emergency on Sunday, 18 October 2026, when multiple passengers reportedly became ill aboard Eurowings flight EW9631 from Rhodes (RHO) to Düsseldorf (DUS), Germany. ✈️ Aircraft: Airbus A321 📍 Route: Rhodes, Greece 🇬🇷 → Düsseldorf, Germany 🇩🇪 👥 Occupants: 212 passengers and seven crew members, according to reports. 🚑 What happened? As several passengers experienced gastrointestinal symptoms, the flight crew requested priority landing at Düsseldorf so emergency medical teams could be ready on arrival. Following the aircraft's safe landing, a significant emergency response was mobilised, including ambulances, airport firefighters and medical personnel. Authorities activated a precautionary mass-casualty alert while assessing the situation. Medical personnel wearing protective suits subsequently boarded the aircraft to examine passengers. Three affected passengers received medical attention and were taken to hospital as a precaution, according to reports. 🦠 Was it norovirus? A possible norovirus outbreak was raised as an explanation for the reported symptoms. However, norovirus has NOT been officially confirmed as the cause. Eurowings stated that the reason for the passengers' illness remained unclear and was being investigated. 🧪 Why the protective suits? Protective equipment can be used as a precaution when an infectious disease is suspected. Their presence does not, by itself, confirm a norovirus outbreak or a hazardous-materials incident. The response highlights the importance of precautionary measures when multiple passengers become ill in the confined environment of an aircraft. 🛫 Aviation safety takeaway When several passengers develop unexplained symptoms during a flight, the crew must communicate with air traffic control, coordinate medical assistance and ensure the aircraft can land safely. On the ground, emergency services must be prepared to assess potentially infectious illnesses while protecting passengers, crew and responders. The incident also demonstrates why clear communication and coordinated emergency planning are essential when the nature and scale of a medical emergency are initially uncertain. ⚠️ STATUS: NOROVIRUS SUSPECTED — NOT CONFIRMED. The cause of the illness remained under investigation in the latest reports reviewed, published on 20–21 October 2026. Video: Nathalie (TikTok) #Aviation #AviationSafety #DüsseldorfAirport #Norovirus #AirlineNews #AviationIncident #FlightSafety #EmergencyResponse #AviationNews

SUSPECTED NOROVIRUS OUTBREAK ON EUROWINGS FLIGHT TRIGGERS EMERGENCY RESPONSE IN GERMANY An ordinary flight from a Greek holiday island turned into a medical emergency on Sunday, 18 October 2026, when multiple passengers reportedly became ill aboard Eurowings flight EW9631 from Rhodes (RHO) to Düsseldorf (DUS), Germany. ✈️ Aircraft: Airbus A321 📍 Route: Rhodes, Greece 🇬🇷 → Düsseldorf, Germany 🇩🇪 👥 Occupants: 212 passengers and seven crew members, according to reports. 🚑 What happened? As several passengers experienced gastrointestinal symptoms, the flight crew requested priority landing at Düsseldorf so emergency medical teams could be ready on arrival. Following the aircraft's safe landing, a significant emergency response was mobilised, including ambulances, airport firefighters and medical personnel. Authorities activated a precautionary mass-casualty alert while assessing the situation. Medical personnel wearing protective suits subsequently boarded the aircraft to examine passengers. Three affected passengers received medical attention and were taken to hospital as a precaution, according to reports. 🦠 Was it norovirus? A possible norovirus outbreak was raised as an explanation for the reported symptoms. However, norovirus has NOT been officially confirmed as the cause. Eurowings stated that the reason for the passengers' illness remained unclear and was being investigated. 🧪 Why the protective suits? Protective equipment can be used as a precaution when an infectious disease is suspected. Their presence does not, by itself, confirm a norovirus outbreak or a hazardous-materials incident. The response highlights the importance of precautionary measures when multiple passengers become ill in the confined environment of an aircraft. 🛫 Aviation safety takeaway When several passengers develop unexplained symptoms during a flight, the crew must communicate with air traffic control, coordinate medical assistance and ensure the aircraft can land safely. On the ground, emergency services must be prepared to assess potentially infectious illnesses while protecting passengers, crew and responders. The incident also demonstrates why clear communication and coordinated emergency planning are essential when the nature and scale of a medical emergency are initially uncertain. ⚠️ STATUS: NOROVIRUS SUSPECTED — NOT CONFIRMED. The cause of the illness remained under investigation in the latest reports reviewed, published on 20–21 October 2026. Video: Nathalie (TikTok) #Aviation #AviationSafety #DüsseldorfAirport #Norovirus #AirlineNews #AviationIncident #FlightSafety #EmergencyResponse #AviationNews

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Not only the Right wing and fuselage damage, but the powerful strike has also penetrated through the cabin side wall panels and resulted in dislodging of overhead compartment and few Oxygen masks of middle rows. Visuals from the cabin of the Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-3Q8(ER) aircraft (TC-LKD) that struck a lighting pole while taxiing at the Antalya (AYT) airport of Turkiye. #aircraft

Not only the Right wing and fuselage damage, but the powerful strike has also penetrated through the cabin side wall panels and resulted in dislodging of overhead compartment and few Oxygen masks of middle rows. Visuals from the cabin of the Turkish Airlines Boeing 777-3Q8(ER) aircraft (TC-LKD) that struck a lighting pole while taxiing at the Antalya (AYT) airport of Turkiye. #aircraft

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You don't see this everyday : Earlier Today, a seaplane and passenger boat collide during takeoff near Coal Harbour in Vancouver, Canada. The crash happened just before 1 p.m. in the waters near Canada Place. Emergency responders including Kitsilano Coast Guard station are on scene as injuries are reported. Passengers from both vessels are being rescued. The event injured (non-fatal) two of the four people on the boat. #aircraft

You don't see this everyday : Earlier Today, a seaplane and passenger boat collide during takeoff near Coal Harbour in Vancouver, Canada. The crash happened just before 1 p.m. in the waters near Canada Place. Emergency responders including Kitsilano Coast Guard station are on scene as injuries are reported. Passengers from both vessels are being rescued. The event injured (non-fatal) two of the four people on the boat. #aircraft

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Not a regular visual ! An Airbus A400M demonstrating a turn while reverse taxiing, and recovered from an almost tail-tipping. 🎥Source: 🍀Tomáš Doupal 🇨🇿 / Credit: Aviation Lewis #aircraft #turboprop

Not a regular visual ! An Airbus A400M demonstrating a turn while reverse taxiing, and recovered from an almost tail-tipping. 🎥Source: 🍀Tomáš Doupal 🇨🇿 / Credit: Aviation Lewis #aircraft #turboprop

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A China Airlines Airbus A350-941 aircraft -(B-18902, MSN 57) received major damage to the passenger door after it rolled backwards while in contact with the Aerobridge at Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia few hours ago. The aircraft was scheduled for a departure to Taipei (TPE) via flight CI58 on 14 April, which stands canceled as of now. Due to the ground incident, the Left forward passenger door has received damage at hinges in addition to the damage to the Aerobridge. #aircraft #aviation

A China Airlines Airbus A350-941 aircraft -(B-18902, MSN 57) received major damage to the passenger door after it rolled backwards while in contact with the Aerobridge at Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia few hours ago. The aircraft was scheduled for a departure to Taipei (TPE) via flight CI58 on 14 April, which stands canceled as of now. Due to the ground incident, the Left forward passenger door has received damage at hinges in addition to the damage to the Aerobridge. #aircraft #aviation

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A Lufthansa (LH) flight from Denver International Airport to Munich Airport (MUC) aborted take-off at high speed. The crew aborted take-off of Lufthansa flight LH481, at high speed (~173 knots) at Denver International Airport (DEN), Colorado, operated by an Airbus A350-900 plane (D-AIVD), bound for Munich, Germany. Plane stopped safely with blown thermal plugs; while passengers deplaned via stairs to buses after emergency crews checked overheated brakes/tires. Some sources suggested that the incident was due to a predictive windshear alert from strong tailwinds, however no official statement has been released so far. #aircraft #aviation

A Lufthansa (LH) flight from Denver International Airport to Munich Airport (MUC) aborted take-off at high speed. The crew aborted take-off of Lufthansa flight LH481, at high speed (~173 knots) at Denver International Airport (DEN), Colorado, operated by an Airbus A350-900 plane (D-AIVD), bound for Munich, Germany. Plane stopped safely with blown thermal plugs; while passengers deplaned via stairs to buses after emergency crews checked overheated brakes/tires. Some sources suggested that the incident was due to a predictive windshear alert from strong tailwinds, however no official statement has been released so far. #aircraft #aviation

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A single-engine Sunward SA-60L Aurora aircraft with registration B-12PP, flown by a lone pilot struck the CITIC tower in Beijing, reportedly around the mid-levels, around 65th floor area today. The aircraft was completely damaged on impact, also made a visible hole in the glass facade, shattering windows, and sending debris raining down. CITIC Tower is Beijing’s tallest skyscraper and a major landmark in the city’s Central Business District in Chaoyang District. The aircraft had departed from a nearby airport (Shifosi), deviated from its planned flight path before the impact. The cause, whether pilot error or mechanical issue, is not yet known. #aircraft

A single-engine Sunward SA-60L Aurora aircraft with registration B-12PP, flown by a lone pilot struck the CITIC tower in Beijing, reportedly around the mid-levels, around 65th floor area today. The aircraft was completely damaged on impact, also made a visible hole in the glass facade, shattering windows, and sending debris raining down. CITIC Tower is Beijing’s tallest skyscraper and a major landmark in the city’s Central Business District in Chaoyang District. The aircraft had departed from a nearby airport (Shifosi), deviated from its planned flight path before the impact. The cause, whether pilot error or mechanical issue, is not yet known. #aircraft

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The 23 year old and fourth Japan Airlines (Oneworld Livery) Boeing 777-300ER, registered JA732J (Serial number:32430, LN:423), receives farewell at Tokyo Haneda Airport after its final flight in November last year. The aircraft in pristine white, has been deregistered in Japan and reregistered under FAA as N3243D and departed for Tucson, Arizona, in the United States, where it will be delivered to the new owner. #aircraft

The 23 year old and fourth Japan Airlines (Oneworld Livery) Boeing 777-300ER, registered JA732J (Serial number:32430, LN:423), receives farewell at Tokyo Haneda Airport after its final flight in November last year. The aircraft in pristine white, has been deregistered in Japan and reregistered under FAA as N3243D and departed for Tucson, Arizona, in the United States, where it will be delivered to the new owner. #aircraft

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A Cessna Caravan C-208 operated by Aerodiana crashed near Nazca, Peru, killing all 13 people on board (11 passengers and 2 crew members) on Saturday, Aug 1, 2026, according to local authorities. The aircraft had departed from Pisco Airport to conduct a scheduled sightseeing flight over the world-famous Nazca Lines before losing stability and crashing into farmland near the archaeological zone. Aerodiana, a regional tourism carrier, has operated scenic flights over the Nazca Lines for the past 14 years using Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, while emergency responders secured the accident site near the UNESCO-listed geoglyphs. #aircraft

A Cessna Caravan C-208 operated by Aerodiana crashed near Nazca, Peru, killing all 13 people on board (11 passengers and 2 crew members) on Saturday, Aug 1, 2026, according to local authorities. The aircraft had departed from Pisco Airport to conduct a scheduled sightseeing flight over the world-famous Nazca Lines before losing stability and crashing into farmland near the archaeological zone. Aerodiana, a regional tourism carrier, has operated scenic flights over the Nazca Lines for the past 14 years using Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, while emergency responders secured the accident site near the UNESCO-listed geoglyphs. #aircraft

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Squawk 7700 to Squawk 7500 then back to Squawk 7700: Flydubai FZ1073 diverts to Saudi Arabia after emergency and hijack-code alert Flydubai flight FZ1073, operating from Dubai (DXB) to Tel Aviv (TLV) on September 30, 2026, diverted to Tabuk Airport (TUU), Saudi Arabia, after transmitting a series of emergency transponder codes. The aircraft initially squawked 7700, the internationally recognized code for a general emergency, before briefly switching to 7500, which indicates unlawful interference and is commonly associated with a hijacking situation. The aircraft subsequently returned to 7700 and altered course toward Tabuk. Flight-tracking data showed the aircraft descending toward the Saudi airport. Flydubai subsequently confirmed that an incident occurred on board and that the aircraft landed safely at Tabuk, with all passengers safe and accounted for. The airline said it was working with the relevant authorities and would provide further information as confirmed details became available. The precise circumstances remain under investigation and Flydubai has not publicly confirmed those details. ✈️ Flight: FZ1073 📍 Route: Dubai → Tel Aviv 🛬 Diversion: Tabuk, Saudi Arabia 📡 Codes: 7700 → 7500 → 7700 👥 Passengers & crew: Reported safe This is a developing story and further official information may clarify the sequence of events.

Squawk 7700 to Squawk 7500 then back to Squawk 7700: Flydubai FZ1073 diverts to Saudi Arabia after emergency and hijack-code alert Flydubai flight FZ1073, operating from Dubai (DXB) to Tel Aviv (TLV) on September 30, 2026, diverted to Tabuk Airport (TUU), Saudi Arabia, after transmitting a series of emergency transponder codes. The aircraft initially squawked 7700, the internationally recognized code for a general emergency, before briefly switching to 7500, which indicates unlawful interference and is commonly associated with a hijacking situation. The aircraft subsequently returned to 7700 and altered course toward Tabuk. Flight-tracking data showed the aircraft descending toward the Saudi airport. Flydubai subsequently confirmed that an incident occurred on board and that the aircraft landed safely at Tabuk, with all passengers safe and accounted for. The airline said it was working with the relevant authorities and would provide further information as confirmed details became available. The precise circumstances remain under investigation and Flydubai has not publicly confirmed those details. ✈️ Flight: FZ1073 📍 Route: Dubai → Tel Aviv 🛬 Diversion: Tabuk, Saudi Arabia 📡 Codes: 7700 → 7500 → 7700 👥 Passengers & crew: Reported safe This is a developing story and further official information may clarify the sequence of events.

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ATC communication between Frontier Airlines cockpit of flight 4345 and Tower during the incident of hitting an unidentified person on the runway 17L at Denver International Airport today. #incident #safety #aviation #security

ATC communication between Frontier Airlines cockpit of flight 4345 and Tower during the incident of hitting an unidentified person on the runway 17L at Denver International Airport today. #incident #safety #aviation #security

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🚨 GRASS FIRE CLOSES RUNWAY AT LONDON HEATHROW A grass fire broke out adjacent to Heathrow Airport’s Southern Runway (27L) on August 6, 2026, prompting emergency crews to respond and temporarily closing the runway. The incident forced Heathrow to operate with a single runway, resulting in delays and disruption to arriving and departing flights. London Fire Brigade said around one hectare of grassland was destroyed, with firefighters from Heathrow, Hayes and Feltham stations attending alongside the airport’s own fire service. The blaze was brought under control by 18:07 local time. Heathrow subsequently confirmed that both runways were fully operational, although the disruption caused by the temporary closure continued to affect some flights. Reports indicated that 18 inbound flights were diverted during the incident. Heathrow thanked emergency teams for their swift response and apologised to passengers for the disruption. The incident also generated plenty of passenger frustration online, with travellers reporting delays and unexpected travel problems elsewhere in London. ✈️ No aircraft were reported damaged or involved in the fire. #Heathrow #LHR #LondonHeathrow #Aviation #Airport #FlightDelays #Runway #Fire #UKAviation

🚨 GRASS FIRE CLOSES RUNWAY AT LONDON HEATHROW A grass fire broke out adjacent to Heathrow Airport’s Southern Runway (27L) on August 6, 2026, prompting emergency crews to respond and temporarily closing the runway. The incident forced Heathrow to operate with a single runway, resulting in delays and disruption to arriving and departing flights. London Fire Brigade said around one hectare of grassland was destroyed, with firefighters from Heathrow, Hayes and Feltham stations attending alongside the airport’s own fire service. The blaze was brought under control by 18:07 local time. Heathrow subsequently confirmed that both runways were fully operational, although the disruption caused by the temporary closure continued to affect some flights. Reports indicated that 18 inbound flights were diverted during the incident. Heathrow thanked emergency teams for their swift response and apologised to passengers for the disruption. The incident also generated plenty of passenger frustration online, with travellers reporting delays and unexpected travel problems elsewhere in London. ✈️ No aircraft were reported damaged or involved in the fire. #Heathrow #LHR #LondonHeathrow #Aviation #Airport #FlightDelays #Runway #Fire #UKAviation

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New visuals : The National Transportation Safety Board has released the agenda for a two-day investigative hearing into the November 2025 crash of UPS 2976, a Boeing MD-11F cargo plane, shortly after takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky. That hearing begins Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Visual Input: aircraftmaintenancengineer Visual Source: #aircraft

New visuals : The National Transportation Safety Board has released the agenda for a two-day investigative hearing into the November 2025 crash of UPS 2976, a Boeing MD-11F cargo plane, shortly after takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky. That hearing begins Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Visual Input: aircraftmaintenancengineer Visual Source: #aircraft

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In the Act : Honeywell Aerospace's Boeing 757 (N757HW), which is a highly modified test aircraft, is carrying out the testing of a Turboprop engine, mounted to a specially designed pylon. After becoming part of Honeywell in 2005, the 40-year-old Turbofan powered aircraft, the fifth B757 ever built, has been an effective flying testbed for a range of aviation products. Aircraft credentials: Honeywell Flying Test Bed, N757HW 757-225, L/N 5, 4 Feb,1983, originally N504EA, delivered to Eastern Airlines. 🎥 Courtesy: captrytchie #aircraft

In the Act : Honeywell Aerospace's Boeing 757 (N757HW), which is a highly modified test aircraft, is carrying out the testing of a Turboprop engine, mounted to a specially designed pylon. After becoming part of Honeywell in 2005, the 40-year-old Turbofan powered aircraft, the fifth B757 ever built, has been an effective flying testbed for a range of aviation products. Aircraft credentials: Honeywell Flying Test Bed, N757HW 757-225, L/N 5, 4 Feb,1983, originally N504EA, delivered to Eastern Airlines. 🎥 Courtesy: captrytchie #aircraft

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A German Condor aircraft flying to Düsseldorf made an emergency landing in southern Italy due to engine failure caused by suspected bird strike. The Condor Boeing 757-330 aircraft (D-ABOK) flying from Corfu (CFU) to Dusseldorf (DUS) started spitting flames right after the take-off. Witnesses reported a loud bang and clearly visible flames from the right engine exhaust. There were 273 passengers on board. The pilot made an emergency landing in the Italian city of Brindisi. Flight: #aircraft #aviation

A German Condor aircraft flying to Düsseldorf made an emergency landing in southern Italy due to engine failure caused by suspected bird strike. The Condor Boeing 757-330 aircraft (D-ABOK) flying from Corfu (CFU) to Dusseldorf (DUS) started spitting flames right after the take-off. Witnesses reported a loud bang and clearly visible flames from the right engine exhaust. There were 273 passengers on board. The pilot made an emergency landing in the Italian city of Brindisi. Flight: #aircraft #aviation

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