India’s aviation regulator has imposed a financial penalty of Rs 22.20 crore on IndiGo following a series of large-scale flight disruptions in early December 2025 that left more than three lakh passengers stranded across multiple airports. The action was taken after a detailed inquiry concluded that operational shortcomings within the airline significantly contributed to widespread cancellations and delays, triggering prolonged disruption across its network. According to the findi

Amid heightened tensions in Latin America, the United States has issued a strong warning advising pilots, airlines, and operators to treat the airspace over and around Venezuela as closed. The statement was delivered by US President Donald Trump, who posted the alert during a period of intensified American counterdrug operations targeting trafficking networks operating near Venezuelan borders. His message underscored what officials describe as an increasingly unstable security climate, citing

Thousands of passengers across multiple continents faced significant travel disruptions after Airbus ordered an immediate software update for approximately 6,000 A320-series aircraft. The unexpected directive, one of the largest issued in the manufacturer’s history, resulted in widespread grounding of narrow-body jets during a peak travel period and triggered delays and cancellations across Asia, Europe, the United States, and Australia. Airlines were instructed to complete the corrective a

A sulphur dioxide–laden ash plume originating from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano has drifted across parts of north India, raising concerns about potential effects on regional air quality and aviation movement. According to meteorological observers tracking the plume from the Afar Rift region, the cloud has moved over Delhi-NCR, Haryana and portions of Uttar Pradesh, carried eastward by upper-level wind patterns. While the ash concentration remains low at the surface, satellite readings i

A Tejas fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed on Friday during its scheduled performance at the Dubai Air Show, prompting an immediate investigation into the cause of the aviation accident. The incident occurred while the indigenous light combat aircraft was taking part in an aerobatic display at one of the world’s most prominent aerospace events, drawing attention from global defence and aviation observers. The air show, known for showcasing advanced fighter jets and emerging ae

An 85-year-old physician from California died after allegedly choking on food served during a Qatar Airways flight, triggering a wrongful death lawsuit that could test airline responsibilities in handling special meal requests and mid-air emergencies. According to the complaint filed by his son, Asoka Jayaweera was a committed vegetarian and had specifically requested a vegetarian meal. During the long leg from Los Angeles to Sri Lanka, however, he was told that vegetarian options h

Newark, New Jersey — As the government shutdown stretches into its sixth day, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy met with air traffic controllers in New Jersey to hear firsthand about the growing strain on essential federal workers. These employees, classified as essential personnel, are required to work without pay to keep the nation’s airspace safe, but many are facing mounting financial pressures. During his visit, Duffy met with air traffic controllers stationed at

Washington — A man from Washington, D.C., has been charged with a federal felony after allegedly pointing a laser pointer at Marine One while President Donald Trump was onboard. The accused, identified as Jacob Samuel Winckler, now faces one count of aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft, a serious charge that carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison if convicted. The incident occurred on Saturday evening near the White House and led to Winckler’s immediate arrest by a U

On July 24, 2025, a Russian Antonov-24 aircraft, operated by Angara Airlines, crashed in the Amur region, leaving no survivors. The plane, which was en route from Blagoveshchensk to Tynda, vanished from radar before it was located. The wreckage, captured in a brief eight-second video shared by RT, shows the aircraft engulfed in large clouds of smoke, with reports confirming that the fuselage was found on fire. Initial reports stated that there were 43 people aboard, including five children, and

In one of the deadliest air disasters in Indian aviation history, Air India Flight AI-171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, killing 274 people. The aircraft was en route to Gatwick, London, with 242 people onboard, including 12 crew members. The last words from the cockpit, “Thrust not achieved… falling… Mayday! Mayday! Mayday!” were transm

A tragic helicopter crash near Gaurikund on the morning of June 15, 2025, has prompted urgent action from Indian aviation authorities and the Uttarakhand state government. The 407 helicopter, operated by Aryan Aviation, had just completed a round trip from Guptkashi to Kedarnath, carrying five adult passengers, one infant, and a pilot—all of whom were killed. Preliminary findings suggest a Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT), as the aircraft was repor

Ahmedabad, June 12 – In a devastating tragedy, Air India Flight AI-171, en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed into a residential building near the airport shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members, erupted into flames on impact, resulting in 265 fatalities and only one survivor. Key Details:

Following the tragic crash of an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner that killed over 265 people in Ahmedabad, US transportation authorities have said there is no immediate reason to ground the aircraft type globally. The fatal incident, one of the worst aviation disasters in the last decade, occurred shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The aircraft plummeted into a nearby building, killing passengers, crew, and people on th

A devastating crash involving an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner has brought global attention back to serious safety concerns flagged over a year ago. On Thursday, Flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London crashed shortly after takeoff, killing more than 200 people. While investigations are ongoing, the incident has triggered renewed focus on Boeing’s safety standards, particularly regarding the 787 series. In 20

The Federal Aviation Administration has implemented a temporary order to reduce the number of flight arrivals and departures at Newark Liberty International Airport, aiming to address a range of persistent safety and operational concerns. The directive comes in response to repeated air traffic communication failures, staffing shortages, and runway construction that have collectively strained one of the nation’s busiest airspaces. Newark Airport has recently experienced sever