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BREAKING: A Boeing 737-4M0(BDSF) freighter, registration AP-BOI, operated by Pakistan's K2 Airways, has gone missing while operating a cargo flight from Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, to Karachi, Pakistan, with five crew members on board. According to Pakistani aviation authorities, the crew reported a navigation system malfunction at 21:18 local... show more

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Additional context: Pakistan Airports Authority says the aircraft was carrying five crew and had declared a navigation system malfunction shortly before the emergency. Flight KTA-1732, a Boeing 737-400 freighter, was operating from Sharjah to Karachi when it rapidly descended from 35,000 feet. The last ADS-B signal showed the aircraft at 1,100 feet, descending at 22,400 feet per minute, before radar and communications were lost about 155 nautical miles west of Karachi. The aircraft was operating a cargo ferry flight without freight after maintenance in Sharjah. Pakistan has launched a search-and-rescue operation involving naval vessels, PAF aircraft, and commercial ships.

Additional context: Pakistan Airports Authority says the aircraft was carrying five crew and had declared a navigation system malfunction shortly before the emergency. Flight KTA-1732, a Boeing 737-400 freighter, was operating from Sharjah to Karachi when it rapidly descended from 35,000 feet. The last ADS-B signal showed the aircraft at 1,100 feet, descending at 22,400 feet per minute, before radar and communications were lost about 155 nautical miles west of Karachi. The aircraft was operating a cargo ferry flight without freight after maintenance in Sharjah. Pakistan has launched a search-and-rescue operation involving naval vessels, PAF aircraft, and commercial ships.

The Hormuz Report

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Flight was "causing concern to civil authorities": Two Royal Air Force (RAF) Typhoon fighter jets were scrambled on the evening of July 24 to intercept Qatar Airways flight QR23 from Doha to Manchester after the aircraft became a cause for concern to UK civil aviation authorities upon entering British airspace. According to the RAF, a Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) was launched as a precaution. The Typhoons intercepted the Boeing 777-3DZ(ER) over the Nottingham area, although the escort was reportedly discontinued before the aircraft reached Manchester. The flight landed safely at Manchester Airport at approximately 7:45 p.m. BST, where emergency services had been placed on standby as a standard precaution. Authorities have not officially disclosed the reason for the interception. However, aviation tracking reports and industry sources suggest the incident may have been triggered by a temporary loss of radio communications between the aircraft and air traffic control, though this has not been confirmed by the RAF or Qatar Airways. The RAF said only that the flight was "causing concern to civil authorities" and confirmed that the incident was resolved without further issues, allowing the aircraft to taxi normally to its gate after landing. Civil aviation authorities are expected to review the event in coordination with Qatar Airways. #aircraft #airspace #airlines

Flight was "causing concern to civil authorities": Two Royal Air Force (RAF) Typhoon fighter jets were scrambled on the evening of July 24 to intercept Qatar Airways flight QR23 from Doha to Manchester after the aircraft became a cause for concern to UK civil aviation authorities upon entering British airspace. According to the RAF, a Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) was launched as a precaution. The Typhoons intercepted the Boeing 777-3DZ(ER) over the Nottingham area, although the escort was reportedly discontinued before the aircraft reached Manchester. The flight landed safely at Manchester Airport at approximately 7:45 p.m. BST, where emergency services had been placed on standby as a standard precaution. Authorities have not officially disclosed the reason for the interception. However, aviation tracking reports and industry sources suggest the incident may have been triggered by a temporary loss of radio communications between the aircraft and air traffic control, though this has not been confirmed by the RAF or Qatar Airways. The RAF said only that the flight was "causing concern to civil authorities" and confirmed that the incident was resolved without further issues, allowing the aircraft to taxi normally to its gate after landing. Civil aviation authorities are expected to review the event in coordination with Qatar Airways. #aircraft #airspace #airlines

FL360aero

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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

FL360aero

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UPDATE: Indonesian search and rescue teams have discovered aircraft debris scattered across Mount Bulusaraung, Pangkep/Maros Regency, near the last known position of the missing ATR 42-500 fisheries surveillance aircraft. The aircraft lost contact with ATC on Saturday while operating a flight from Yogyakarta to Makassar, reportedly crashing during its approach to Makassar–Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. The debris found is believed to belong to the ATR 42-500, confirming the accident site. Rescue and recovery operations are ongoing as authorities work to access the mountainous terrain.

UPDATE: Indonesian search and rescue teams have discovered aircraft debris scattered across Mount Bulusaraung, Pangkep/Maros Regency, near the last known position of the missing ATR 42-500 fisheries surveillance aircraft. The aircraft lost contact with ATC on Saturday while operating a flight from Yogyakarta to Makassar, reportedly crashing during its approach to Makassar–Sultan Hasanuddin International Airport. The debris found is believed to belong to the ATR 42-500, confirming the accident site. Rescue and recovery operations are ongoing as authorities work to access the mountainous terrain.

Turbine Traveller

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Cessna Citation III crashes while on approach to Toluca Airport in Mexico, killing 10 passengers and crew. Radar data indicates the aircraft was attempting a go-around at the time of the accident. CCTV reportedly shows the aircraft moments before crashing into a soccer field between the limits of Toluca and San Mateo Atenco. The operating company, Jet Pro, is known to specialize in private flights, air taxis, and maintenance. The Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC) said in a statement that the Directorate of Navigation Services in Mexican Airspace (SENEAM) will be carrying out an investigation into the cause.

Cessna Citation III crashes while on approach to Toluca Airport in Mexico, killing 10 passengers and crew. Radar data indicates the aircraft was attempting a go-around at the time of the accident. CCTV reportedly shows the aircraft moments before crashing into a soccer field between the limits of Toluca and San Mateo Atenco. The operating company, Jet Pro, is known to specialize in private flights, air taxis, and maintenance. The Federal Civil Aviation Agency (AFAC) said in a statement that the Directorate of Navigation Services in Mexican Airspace (SENEAM) will be carrying out an investigation into the cause.

Breaking Aviation News & Videos

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⚡️⚡️ BREAKING: A passenger plane flying from Baku to Grozny has crashed in Kazakhstan, with 72 people on board The aircraft, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, went down near the Kazakh city of Aktau, according to local news agency Tengrinews. The plane carried 67 passengers and five crew members. Reports indicate there are survivors. Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations confirmed that a fire broke out at the crash site. The plane was originally scheduled to land in Grozny but was redirected to Makhachkala and then to Aktau, according to the Grozny airport press office. Russian media reported that the crashed plane was an Embraer E190AR. Before the crash, the aircraft circled over Aktau Airport and requested an emergency landing.

⚡️⚡️ BREAKING: A passenger plane flying from Baku to Grozny has crashed in Kazakhstan, with 72 people on board The aircraft, operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, went down near the Kazakh city of Aktau, according to local news agency Tengrinews. The plane carried 67 passengers and five crew members. Reports indicate there are survivors. Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations confirmed that a fire broke out at the crash site. The plane was originally scheduled to land in Grozny but was redirected to Makhachkala and then to Aktau, according to the Grozny airport press office. Russian media reported that the crashed plane was an Embraer E190AR. Before the crash, the aircraft circled over Aktau Airport and requested an emergency landing.

NEXTA

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💥 This is an online briefing circulating about the incident (The incident site was only about four miles from Zhongnanhai) : Incident No.: 2026-06-26-STFS-01 Incident Type: Suspected crash after loss of contact during general aviation local training Date of Incident: June 26, 2026 Time of Incident: 17:30–17:40 Location: Beijing Shifosi General Aviation Airport and the airspace near the East Fifth Ring Road to its west Operating Unit: Dongshi Shuangyue (Beijing) General Aviation Co., Ltd. Aircraft Information: Registration No. B-12PP Flight Personnel: Liu Junhua, a club member conducting a local solo flight I. Flight Overview This was a solo training flight by a club member within the local airspace, with the planned training subject being local takeoffs and landings. At 17:30, the aircraft took off normally from Shifosi Airport. At 17:40, as the crew prepared to return for landing and join the westbound traffic pattern for Runway 18, abnormal control behavior occurred. The aircraft did not properly enter the local traffic pattern. Instead, it continued maintaining a heading of 270 degrees due west and flew beyond the local controlled airspace. Local ADS-B monitoring continued until the aircraft reached the area near Beijing’s East Fifth Ring Road, after which its signal disappeared. The ground control tower then coordinated with regional approach control and Air Force control authorities, making repeated radio calls, but received no response. The aircraft lost contact. II. Key Timeline At 17:30, B-12PP took off from Shifosi Airport for a local solo training flight. At 17:40, it prepared to join the west-side traffic pattern for Runway 18 for approach and landing. The aircraft’s heading became abnormal, continuing on a 270-degree heading and flying westward out of the local airspace. The flight track reached the area near the East Fifth Ring Road, where the ADS-B signal was lost. Approach control and Air Force control were contacted, but the aircraft never responded by radio and was considered missing. III. Preliminary Risk and Problem Analysis Insufficient solo-flight control: The member was flying alone, without instructor monitoring, meaning there was no condition for intervention or emergency handling once a special situation occurred. Severe deviation from the flight pattern: During the approach phase, the aircraft failed to fly according to the standard traffic pattern. Its heading continued to deviate, causing it to cross the boundary and enter sensitive airspace over the city. Complete failure of communication and surveillance: ADS-B and radio communication failed, creating extremely high risk. Serious airspace safety hazard: A low-altitude general aviation aircraft crossed the boundary into the airspace above a built-up urban area, posing major safety risks on the ground. IV. Possible Causes Pending confirmation by official investigation Human factors: Pilot error, spatial disorientation, physical incapacitation, etc. Mechanical failure: Failure of the flight control system, engine, or electrical system, causing the heading to become uncorrectable and communication/surveillance to be interrupted. Equipment failure: Failure of ADS-B or the radio transponder, resulting in loss of signal and inability to establish contact. Some people online also found a photo of a Liu Junhua who is deputy general manager of the Discretionary Mandate and Solutions Department at CITIC Bank’s Asset Management Business Center, and claimed that she was the aircraft’s pilot. The building that was struck, China Zun — also known as CITIC Tower — is precisely where CITIC Group is headquartered. However, others have come forward saying that the pilot was not the Liu Junhua from CITIC. There are also two LinkedIn photos of Liu Junhua from CITIC in the comment section.

💥 This is an online briefing circulating about the incident (The incident site was only about four miles from Zhongnanhai) : Incident No.: 2026-06-26-STFS-01 Incident Type: Suspected crash after loss of contact during general aviation local training Date of Incident: June 26, 2026 Time of Incident: 17:30–17:40 Location: Beijing Shifosi General Aviation Airport and the airspace near the East Fifth Ring Road to its west Operating Unit: Dongshi Shuangyue (Beijing) General Aviation Co., Ltd. Aircraft Information: Registration No. B-12PP Flight Personnel: Liu Junhua, a club member conducting a local solo flight I. Flight Overview This was a solo training flight by a club member within the local airspace, with the planned training subject being local takeoffs and landings. At 17:30, the aircraft took off normally from Shifosi Airport. At 17:40, as the crew prepared to return for landing and join the westbound traffic pattern for Runway 18, abnormal control behavior occurred. The aircraft did not properly enter the local traffic pattern. Instead, it continued maintaining a heading of 270 degrees due west and flew beyond the local controlled airspace. Local ADS-B monitoring continued until the aircraft reached the area near Beijing’s East Fifth Ring Road, after which its signal disappeared. The ground control tower then coordinated with regional approach control and Air Force control authorities, making repeated radio calls, but received no response. The aircraft lost contact. II. Key Timeline At 17:30, B-12PP took off from Shifosi Airport for a local solo training flight. At 17:40, it prepared to join the west-side traffic pattern for Runway 18 for approach and landing. The aircraft’s heading became abnormal, continuing on a 270-degree heading and flying westward out of the local airspace. The flight track reached the area near the East Fifth Ring Road, where the ADS-B signal was lost. Approach control and Air Force control were contacted, but the aircraft never responded by radio and was considered missing. III. Preliminary Risk and Problem Analysis Insufficient solo-flight control: The member was flying alone, without instructor monitoring, meaning there was no condition for intervention or emergency handling once a special situation occurred. Severe deviation from the flight pattern: During the approach phase, the aircraft failed to fly according to the standard traffic pattern. Its heading continued to deviate, causing it to cross the boundary and enter sensitive airspace over the city. Complete failure of communication and surveillance: ADS-B and radio communication failed, creating extremely high risk. Serious airspace safety hazard: A low-altitude general aviation aircraft crossed the boundary into the airspace above a built-up urban area, posing major safety risks on the ground. IV. Possible Causes Pending confirmation by official investigation Human factors: Pilot error, spatial disorientation, physical incapacitation, etc. Mechanical failure: Failure of the flight control system, engine, or electrical system, causing the heading to become uncorrectable and communication/surveillance to be interrupted. Equipment failure: Failure of ADS-B or the radio transponder, resulting in loss of signal and inability to establish contact. Some people online also found a photo of a Liu Junhua who is deputy general manager of the Discretionary Mandate and Solutions Department at CITIC Bank’s Asset Management Business Center, and claimed that she was the aircraft’s pilot. The building that was struck, China Zun — also known as CITIC Tower — is precisely where CITIC Group is headquartered. However, others have come forward saying that the pilot was not the Liu Junhua from CITIC. There are also two LinkedIn photos of Liu Junhua from CITIC in the comment section.

Inconvenient Truths — Jennifer Zeng Reports

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Pakistan Navy personnel provide emergency assistance to six Indian and one Indonesian crew member aboard the MV Gautam that was sailing from Oman to India when it developed a technical fault at sea. According to officials, the assistance came after the Maritime Rescue and Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Mumbai contacted Pakistani authorities for help. Following the emergency request, the Pakistan Navy deployed a ship of the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency named PNS Kashmir to carry out the rescue operation.

Pakistan Navy personnel provide emergency assistance to six Indian and one Indonesian crew member aboard the MV Gautam that was sailing from Oman to India when it developed a technical fault at sea. According to officials, the assistance came after the Maritime Rescue and Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Mumbai contacted Pakistani authorities for help. Following the emergency request, the Pakistan Navy deployed a ship of the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency named PNS Kashmir to carry out the rescue operation.

Murtaza Ali Shah

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🚨#BREAKING: Pentagon officials say a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker has crashed in western Iraq with six crew members on board while operating in the area during Operation Epic Fury. Officials say the incident was not the result of hostile or friendly fire. Two aircraft were involved in the event one crashed while the other landed safely. They are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.

🚨#BREAKING: Pentagon officials say a Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker has crashed in western Iraq with six crew members on board while operating in the area during Operation Epic Fury. Officials say the incident was not the result of hostile or friendly fire. Two aircraft were involved in the event one crashed while the other landed safely. They are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.

R A W S A L E R T S

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❗️🇦🇪🛬🇭🇰 - Fresh video footage has emerged showing the dramatic moment an Air ACT Boeing 747-481 cargo plane, operating as Emirates SkyCargo flight EK9788 from Dubai, skidded off the northern runway (07L) and plunged into the sea during landing at Hong Kong International Airport early this morning. The incident, which occurred around 4 a.m. local time, resulted in the tragic deaths of two ground workers, while all four crew members were successfully rescued with no reported injuries. The aircraft, registration TC-ACF, was declared a total loss, and the northern runway has been temporarily closed for investigation, though the airport's central and southern runways remain operational to minimize disruptions. Authorities, including the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, are probing the cause, with initial reports pointing to possible wet runway conditions from recent rain.

❗️🇦🇪🛬🇭🇰 - Fresh video footage has emerged showing the dramatic moment an Air ACT Boeing 747-481 cargo plane, operating as Emirates SkyCargo flight EK9788 from Dubai, skidded off the northern runway (07L) and plunged into the sea during landing at Hong Kong International Airport early this morning. The incident, which occurred around 4 a.m. local time, resulted in the tragic deaths of two ground workers, while all four crew members were successfully rescued with no reported injuries. The aircraft, registration TC-ACF, was declared a total loss, and the northern runway has been temporarily closed for investigation, though the airport's central and southern runways remain operational to minimize disruptions. Authorities, including the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, are probing the cause, with initial reports pointing to possible wet runway conditions from recent rain.

🔥🗞The Informant

68,359 views • 11 months ago

This footage captures the December 29, 2024 crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216, a Boeing 737-800, at Muan International Airport in South Korea. The domestic flight departed from Jeju International Airport and was bound for Muan International Airport. During the initial approach to Muan, the aircraft suffered a dual bird strike, resulting in an engine flameout and thrust loss. The crew declared a mayday and initiated a go-around. During the subsequent emergency landing attempt, the landing gear failed to deploy, forcing the pilots to attempt a belly landing. The aircraft touched down far past the normal touchdown zone. Skidding down the runway on its engine nacelles at high speed, the aircraft overshot the runway boundary, collided with a concrete earth berm supporting the Instrument Landing System (ILS) structure, and broke apart in a massive fireball. Of the 181 people on board, 179 were killed, and two crew members survived with critical injuries.

This footage captures the December 29, 2024 crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216, a Boeing 737-800, at Muan International Airport in South Korea. The domestic flight departed from Jeju International Airport and was bound for Muan International Airport. During the initial approach to Muan, the aircraft suffered a dual bird strike, resulting in an engine flameout and thrust loss. The crew declared a mayday and initiated a go-around. During the subsequent emergency landing attempt, the landing gear failed to deploy, forcing the pilots to attempt a belly landing. The aircraft touched down far past the normal touchdown zone. Skidding down the runway on its engine nacelles at high speed, the aircraft overshot the runway boundary, collided with a concrete earth berm supporting the Instrument Landing System (ILS) structure, and broke apart in a massive fireball. Of the 181 people on board, 179 were killed, and two crew members survived with critical injuries.

MP

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Today, Iranian media have reported that Iran has shot down a US F-35 aircraft. The US hasn't confirmed this. OSINT experts have noted that US rescue groups have been flying over several regions of Iran. These groups are used to rescue crew of downed aircraft. Experts have analyzed the image of the seat that was online and believe it is from an F-15, not an F-35. There are unconfirmed reports that one of the crew members was found and rescued; the search for the second pilot continues. There have been reports that he may have been taken captive by Iranian forces.

Today, Iranian media have reported that Iran has shot down a US F-35 aircraft. The US hasn't confirmed this. OSINT experts have noted that US rescue groups have been flying over several regions of Iran. These groups are used to rescue crew of downed aircraft. Experts have analyzed the image of the seat that was online and believe it is from an F-15, not an F-35. There are unconfirmed reports that one of the crew members was found and rescued; the search for the second pilot continues. There have been reports that he may have been taken captive by Iranian forces.

Anton Gerashchenko

13,259 views • 5 months ago

✈️🚨 Passenger plane crashes in Russia’s Amur region — over 40 people on board A Soviet-made Antonov An-24 aircraft operated by Angara Airlines disappeared from radar near the town of Tynda while attempting a second landing approach. Emergency crews later found the burning wreckage about 15 km from the airport. ⚠️ According to various reports, between 46 and 49 people were on board the plane — all of them died, including 6 crew members and 5 children. The aircraft, nearly 50 years old, had its airworthiness certificate extended until 2036. Russian authorities have opened a criminal case over violations of aviation safety rules resulting in multiple deaths. Just another reminder of what flying on half-century-old planes looks like — when "modernization" means paperwork, not safety.

✈️🚨 Passenger plane crashes in Russia’s Amur region — over 40 people on board A Soviet-made Antonov An-24 aircraft operated by Angara Airlines disappeared from radar near the town of Tynda while attempting a second landing approach. Emergency crews later found the burning wreckage about 15 km from the airport. ⚠️ According to various reports, between 46 and 49 people were on board the plane — all of them died, including 6 crew members and 5 children. The aircraft, nearly 50 years old, had its airworthiness certificate extended until 2036. Russian authorities have opened a criminal case over violations of aviation safety rules resulting in multiple deaths. Just another reminder of what flying on half-century-old planes looks like — when "modernization" means paperwork, not safety.

NEXTA

207,568 views • 1 year ago

Swiss International Air Lines flight LX147 evacuated at Delhi airport after an engine-related issue during takeoff. The airline in a statement said the incident involved flight LX147 operated by an Airbus A330-343, registered as HB-JHK. According to Swiss, the aircraft was carrying 228 passengers and four infants. The airline said the issue occurred shortly after 1:00 a.m. local time on Sunday, when one of the aircraft’s engines experienced a problem during takeoff. All passengers and crew exited the aircraft using emergency slides. The airline said that six passengers are currently undergoing medical evaluation, while the crew remained unharmed.

Swiss International Air Lines flight LX147 evacuated at Delhi airport after an engine-related issue during takeoff. The airline in a statement said the incident involved flight LX147 operated by an Airbus A330-343, registered as HB-JHK. According to Swiss, the aircraft was carrying 228 passengers and four infants. The airline said the issue occurred shortly after 1:00 a.m. local time on Sunday, when one of the aircraft’s engines experienced a problem during takeoff. All passengers and crew exited the aircraft using emergency slides. The airline said that six passengers are currently undergoing medical evaluation, while the crew remained unharmed.

Breaking Aviation News & Videos

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A Southwest Airlines flight from Burbank, California, safely landed in Las Vegas after performing an emergency maneuver to avoid colliding with another aircraft on Friday. Minutes after Southwest flight 1496 took off from Burbank, it rapidly descended 475 feet to avoid hitting another plane — dropping from 14,100 feet to 13,625 feet, according to flight tracking data and passenger accounts. The other aircraft was identified as a Hawk Hunter with the N-number "N335AX," which was at approximately 14,653 feet when the Southwest flight had to make its emergency descent. Southwest airlines said in a statement, "The Crew of Southwest Flight 1496 responded to two onboard traffic alerts Friday afternoon while climbing out of Burbank, Cal., requiring them to climb and descend to comply with the alerts. The flight continued to Las Vegas, where it landed uneventfully. Southwest is engaged with the Federal Aviation Administration to further understand the circumstances. No injuries were immediately reported by Customers, but two Flight Attendants are being treated for injuries. We appreciate the professionalism of our Flight Crew and Flight Attendants in responding to this event. Nothing is more important to Southwest than the Safety of our Customers and Employees."

A Southwest Airlines flight from Burbank, California, safely landed in Las Vegas after performing an emergency maneuver to avoid colliding with another aircraft on Friday. Minutes after Southwest flight 1496 took off from Burbank, it rapidly descended 475 feet to avoid hitting another plane — dropping from 14,100 feet to 13,625 feet, according to flight tracking data and passenger accounts. The other aircraft was identified as a Hawk Hunter with the N-number "N335AX," which was at approximately 14,653 feet when the Southwest flight had to make its emergency descent. Southwest airlines said in a statement, "The Crew of Southwest Flight 1496 responded to two onboard traffic alerts Friday afternoon while climbing out of Burbank, Cal., requiring them to climb and descend to comply with the alerts. The flight continued to Las Vegas, where it landed uneventfully. Southwest is engaged with the Federal Aviation Administration to further understand the circumstances. No injuries were immediately reported by Customers, but two Flight Attendants are being treated for injuries. We appreciate the professionalism of our Flight Crew and Flight Attendants in responding to this event. Nothing is more important to Southwest than the Safety of our Customers and Employees."

Breaking Aviation News & Videos

212,372 views • 1 year ago

PCG Aircraft Conducts MDA Flight and Responds to Radio Challenges from PLA Navy Warship Near Bajo de Masinloc The Philippine Coast Guard recently conducted a routine Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) flight over the vicinity of Bajo de Masinloc, located within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone in the West Philippine Sea. During the patrol, the PCG aircraft detected the unauthorized presence of several Chinese maritime forces. These included two China Coast Guard vessels—one bearing an unidentified bow number and positioned approximately 84.6 nautical miles west of Capones Island, while the other was located 7.8 nautical miles southeast of Bajo de Masinloc—as well as two People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) warships with hull numbers 553 and 909 near the Southeast of BDM. In addition, five vessels believed to be Chinese maritime militia were observed at distances ranging from 6.16 to 11.82 nautical miles from Bajo de Masinloc. The PLAN warship with hull number 553 issued multiple radio challenges to the PCG Islander aircraft. The PCG aircrew responded professionally, asserting that the MDA flight was fully compliant with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the 2016 Arbitral Award, and the Philippine Maritime Zones Act. These legal instruments affirm the Philippines’ sovereignty, sovereign rights, and maritime jurisdiction over the West Philippine Sea. The crew further emphasized the Philippines’ lawful authority to conduct MDA operations within its maritime zones and reminded the PLAN warship that China, as a signatory to UNCLOS, had no legal basis to interfere with legitimate Philippine activities. The PCG remains firmly committed to upholding the Philippines’ sovereignty and sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea through transparent and peaceful operations, undeterred by any unlawful interference. This aerial patrol underscores the PCG’s unwavering resolve to protect Filipino fishermen, preserve our marine resources, and highlight the illegal presence of Chinese maritime forces to prevent its normalization—fully aligned with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s pledge to yield not a single inch of our territory to any foreign power.

PCG Aircraft Conducts MDA Flight and Responds to Radio Challenges from PLA Navy Warship Near Bajo de Masinloc The Philippine Coast Guard recently conducted a routine Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) flight over the vicinity of Bajo de Masinloc, located within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone in the West Philippine Sea. During the patrol, the PCG aircraft detected the unauthorized presence of several Chinese maritime forces. These included two China Coast Guard vessels—one bearing an unidentified bow number and positioned approximately 84.6 nautical miles west of Capones Island, while the other was located 7.8 nautical miles southeast of Bajo de Masinloc—as well as two People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) warships with hull numbers 553 and 909 near the Southeast of BDM. In addition, five vessels believed to be Chinese maritime militia were observed at distances ranging from 6.16 to 11.82 nautical miles from Bajo de Masinloc. The PLAN warship with hull number 553 issued multiple radio challenges to the PCG Islander aircraft. The PCG aircrew responded professionally, asserting that the MDA flight was fully compliant with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the 2016 Arbitral Award, and the Philippine Maritime Zones Act. These legal instruments affirm the Philippines’ sovereignty, sovereign rights, and maritime jurisdiction over the West Philippine Sea. The crew further emphasized the Philippines’ lawful authority to conduct MDA operations within its maritime zones and reminded the PLAN warship that China, as a signatory to UNCLOS, had no legal basis to interfere with legitimate Philippine activities. The PCG remains firmly committed to upholding the Philippines’ sovereignty and sovereign rights in the West Philippine Sea through transparent and peaceful operations, undeterred by any unlawful interference. This aerial patrol underscores the PCG’s unwavering resolve to protect Filipino fishermen, preserve our marine resources, and highlight the illegal presence of Chinese maritime forces to prevent its normalization—fully aligned with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s pledge to yield not a single inch of our territory to any foreign power.

Jay Tarriela

39,065 views • 8 months ago

#BreakingNews‌ A tragic aviation accident occurred today at Muan International Airport in South Korea. Jeju Air Flight 7C2216, arriving from Bangkok with 175 passengers and six crew members, veered off the runway during landing and collided with a fence, igniting a massive fire. Emergency responders have confirmed at least 28 fatalities, with rescue operations ongoing. Preliminary reports suggest a landing gear malfunction, possibly due to a bird strike, as the cause of the crash. South Korea's acting president, Choi Sang-mok, has ordered comprehensive rescue efforts. Footage of the incident is circulating on social media, showing the aircraft engulfed in flames and thick black smoke. Emergency services, including 32 fire trucks and several helicopters, were deployed to control the blaze and assist in rescue operations. Survivors have been pulled from the wreckage, and efforts continue to locate and aid others. The aircraft involved was a Boeing 737-800, registered as HL8088. Notably, this same aircraft had been involved in an emergency landing two days prior, on December 27, when it was diverted from Beijing-Daxing to Seoul-Incheon. This incident marks one of the most severe aviation disasters in South Korea in recent years. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash and to prevent future occurrences. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. #SouthKorea #PlaneCrash #BreakingNews #AviationAccident #JejuAir #Flight2216 #EmergencyResponse #Tragedy #AviationSafety #RunwayAccident #GlobalNews #airplanecrash

#BreakingNews‌ A tragic aviation accident occurred today at Muan International Airport in South Korea. Jeju Air Flight 7C2216, arriving from Bangkok with 175 passengers and six crew members, veered off the runway during landing and collided with a fence, igniting a massive fire. Emergency responders have confirmed at least 28 fatalities, with rescue operations ongoing. Preliminary reports suggest a landing gear malfunction, possibly due to a bird strike, as the cause of the crash. South Korea's acting president, Choi Sang-mok, has ordered comprehensive rescue efforts. Footage of the incident is circulating on social media, showing the aircraft engulfed in flames and thick black smoke. Emergency services, including 32 fire trucks and several helicopters, were deployed to control the blaze and assist in rescue operations. Survivors have been pulled from the wreckage, and efforts continue to locate and aid others. The aircraft involved was a Boeing 737-800, registered as HL8088. Notably, this same aircraft had been involved in an emergency landing two days prior, on December 27, when it was diverted from Beijing-Daxing to Seoul-Incheon. This incident marks one of the most severe aviation disasters in South Korea in recent years. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash and to prevent future occurrences. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. #SouthKorea #PlaneCrash #BreakingNews #AviationAccident #JejuAir #Flight2216 #EmergencyResponse #Tragedy #AviationSafety #RunwayAccident #GlobalNews #airplanecrash

Aviator Amarnath Kumar

22,800 views • 1 year ago