Cities in eastern and southern Ukraine are increasingly being hit by Russian glide bombs, converted gravity bombs that can be guided to targets, often landing without detection, residents and officials say.
Tag: Airlines and Airplanes
2 Missing After Navy Fighter Jet Crashes Near Mount Rainier
The two crew members who were onboard the aircraft remain missing, Navy officials said, after it crashed during a routine training flight.
Flying Into Storms Improves Forecasts, but It Is Rare in Asia’s Typhoon Alley
While observational flights have improved forecasts for many storms in the Americas, such flights have been far fewer for storms that have hit Asia.
Turkish Airlines Pilot Dies, Forcing Emergency Landing
The airline said the pilot had lost consciousness during the flight, which was headed to Istanbul from Seattle.
Emirates bans pagers and walkie-talkies on flights after attacks.
The move comes after communication devices used by Hezbollah members exploded last month, killing dozens of people.
Russian Military Plane Breaches Japan’s Airspace
The infringements were the first by Russia in five years, according to the Japanese defense ministry. A fighter fired a warning flare in response.
Netflix Adds Disclaimer to Indian Show After Anger Over Hijacker Names
The series, based on a 1999 plane hijacking, prompted backlash on social media. Critics claimed it wrongly portrayed the Islamist hijackers as Hindus.
Cathay Pacific Cancels Flights to Inspect 48 Airbus Aircraft After Engine Issue
An Airbus A350 jet experienced a problem during a flight that was supposed to travel from Hong Kong to Zurich. The airline has canceled 24 return flights.
Cathay Pacific Cancels Flights to Inspect 48 Airbus Aircraft After Engine Issue
An Airbus A350 jet experienced a problem during a flight that was supposed to travel from Hong Kong to Zurich. The airline has canceled 24 return flights.
U.S. Seized an Airplane Owned by Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro
The Biden administration said the airplane had been illegally exported for Mr. Maduro. U.S. officials accuse him of undermining the results of a presidential election he lost.