A United Airlines Boeing 767 was involved in a serious aviation incident near Newark Airport on Sunday, May 3, when its landing gear struck a truck during final approach, leaving one driver injured and prompting an FAA probe. The aircraft, operating as flight 169 from Venice, was carrying 231 people and landed safely despite the collision. Authorities confirmed no passengers or crew were injured, while the driver on the ground suffered minor injuries. The airline has removed the crew from dut

Spirit Airlines shuts down after failed bailout deal as the low-cost U.S. carrier began an immediate wind-down of operations on Saturday, May 2, 2026, after rescue talks failed and rising fuel prices deepened its financial crisis. The airline canceled all flights and warned passengers with existing tickets not to go to the airport, saying refunds would be issued but rebooking support through other carriers would not be provided. Spirit Aviation Holdings, the parent company of Spirit

An Oscar statuette belonging to Russian director Pavel Talankin was recovered after going missing on a Lufthansa flight from New York to Frankfurt. The incident followed a TSA security check that required the award to be placed in checked luggage, prompting an internal review. Oscar statuette recovered after going missing on flight from New York to Frankfurt blends into a broader aviation and security incident that raised concerns over airport screeni

A serious ground incident at Indira Gandhi International Airport has raised fresh concerns over aviation safety after a SpiceJet aircraft collided with a stationary Akasa Air plane while taxiing on Thursday. The

A section of the ceiling collapsed at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta, Indonesia, at approximately 1:40 PM local time (WIB) on Monday, April 6, 2026, sending debris and a surge of water into a crowded departure lounge at Terminal 3. The incident occurred near Gate 7 during a busy boarding period, when multiple flights were preparing for departure. Passengers in the area reported that water initially began leaking from above before rapidly intensifying, eventually cau

Travelers flying through Texas airports have recently experienced significant security delays, with airport wait times exceeding one hour amid a partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security. At some major airports in Texas, security lines stretched over three hours, prompting officials to recommend that passengers arrive up to five hours before their scheduled flights to avoid missing departures. The length of the shutdown remains uncertain as congressional negotiati

A powerful blizzard swept across the eastern United States on Monday, bringing air travel to a near standstill at major airports serving New York City, Boston, Philadelphia and surrounding regions. The severe winter weather forced airlines to cancel thousands of flights, with disruptions expected to continue through at least Tuesday, placing renewed pressure on carriers during the busy tail end of the winter travel season. Large portions of the East Coast, stretching from Maryland to Maine,

Flight operations at El Paso International Airport were briefly suspended on Wednesday after several drones believed to be linked to a Mexican drug cartel entered United States airspace near the Texas border, prompting swift action from federal authorities and defense officials. According to a senior administration official familiar with the matter, the unmanned aircraft crossed into restricted airspace during the early hours of the morning. Security forces quickly intervened and to

Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is leading the United States in flight disruptions as North Texas prepares for a powerful winter storm bringing snow, ice and dangerously cold temperatures. Airlines operating in the region have proactively reduced flight schedules as a Winter Storm Warning and an Extreme Cold Warning remain in effect. The developing weather system is expected to significantly impact air travel through the weekend, prompting widespread cancellations across the region’s t

Air travelers who arrive at airport security checkpoints without a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or a valid passport will soon face an additional cost to proceed through screening. Beginning Feb. 1, the Transportation Security Administration will assess a $45 fee for passengers who rely on an alternative identity verification process to board domestic flights. Under the new policy, travelers who lack an acceptable form of identification will have the option to verify their id

New Jersey officials have declared a statewide state of emergency in advance of a major winter storm expected to impact travel, power infrastructure, and public safety across the region. Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State Tahesha L. Way announced the declaration as forecasts indicate the storm could bring significant snowfall, freezing rain, and hazardous road conditions beginning late Friday afternoon. Meteorologists project that northern portions of the state could receive up to 10

Multiple people were killed after a small private jet crashed shortly after takeoff near Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina, according to local law enforcement officials. The incident occurred late Thursday morning and prompted an immediate response from emergency crews and federal aviation authorities. Iredell County Chief Deputy Bill Hamby said the crash took place shortly after 10:15 a.m. local time. While authorities confirmed fatalities, officials said the exact num

An IndiGo aircraft operating on the Kuwait–Hyderabad route made an emergency landing at Mumbai Airport on Tuesday morning after authorities received an email warning of a potential bomb threat. Officials said the message, which referred to a “human bomb,” was sent to Hyderabad Airport authorities shortly before the flight was diverted. The aircraft was immediately directed to Mumbai, where it landed safely and was taken to an isolated bay for further inspection. Security agenc

Thanksgiving travel across Texas entered one of its busiest periods of the year on Wednesday as millions of residents began their holiday journeys by road and air. Throughout the day, major highways experienced slow-moving traffic, service stations saw extended waits, and North Texas airports handled a steady flow of passengers preparing to depart for destinations across the country. The surge was widely expected, but the volume of travelers underscored how significant the holiday rush has be

Illinois residents can now use digital driver’s licenses and state identification cards on their iPhones, marking a significant technological shift in how individuals verify their identity at airports, bars, restaurants, and select venues across the state. The program officially began Tuesday morning following the implementation of a new state law that authorizes digital IDs and enables their integration into mobile devices. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced the launch

San Jose Mineta International Airport temporarily evacuated Terminal B on Friday night after a fire alarm caused what officials later confirmed to be a false alert. The unexpected activation of the alarm prompted an immediate response and the rapid clearing of the terminal as safety protocols were implemented. Airport authorities emphasized that the evacuation was precautionary and that no actual fire or safety threat was present at any time. According to airport officials, the alar

A powerful explosion struck an industrial zone on the outskirts of Buenos Aires on Friday, sending shockwaves across the city of Ezeiza and triggering a sprawling fire that authorities struggled to contain for hours. Local officials reported that at least 22 people were injured as thick smoke and flames consumed multiple factories in the area, raising concerns about long-term environmental and operational impact on surrounding communities. The incident prompted a major emergency response, wit