Fifteen people were taken to a hospital on Wednesday evening after a skydiving aircraft veered off the runway and crashed into a wooded area near a southern New Jersey airport, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred at Cross Keys Airport, located approximately 21 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The aircraft involved was identified as a Cessna 208B, a single-engine utility plane often used for skydiving operations. The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into t
Fifteen people were taken to a hospital on Wednesday evening after a skydiving aircraft veered off the runway and crashed into a wooded area near a southern New Jersey airport, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred at Cross Keys Airport, located approximately 21 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The aircraft involved was identified as a Cessna 208B, a single-engine utility plane often used for skydiving operations. The Federal Aviation Administration has launched an investigation into t
Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway airports are gearing up for one of the busiest Independence Day weekends on record, with airport authorities expecting more than 1.86 million travelers to pass through their terminals between July 1 and July 6. This figure marks an 11 percent increase over July 4th weekend in 2024, indicating a continued surge in domestic and international travel through the Windy City. O’Hare International Airport
Chicago’s O’Hare and Midway airports are gearing up for one of the busiest Independence Day weekends on record, with airport authorities expecting more than 1.86 million travelers to pass through their terminals between July 1 and July 6. This figure marks an 11 percent increase over July 4th weekend in 2024, indicating a continued surge in domestic and international travel through the Windy City. O’Hare International Airport
Trapit Bansal, an IIT-Kanpur alumnus and former OpenAI researcher, has officially joined Meta's newly established Superintelligence Labs (MSL). Bansal’s hiring is part of Meta’s aggressive push to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI) and rival industry giants like OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic. As part of his new role, Bansal will bring his expertise in deep learning, meta-learning, and natural language processing to help Meta
Trapit Bansal, an IIT-Kanpur alumnus and former OpenAI researcher, has officially joined Meta's newly established Superintelligence Labs (MSL). Bansal’s hiring is part of Meta’s aggressive push to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI) and rival industry giants like OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic. As part of his new role, Bansal will bring his expertise in deep learning, meta-learning, and natural language processing to help Meta
Columbus, Ohio – With airfare prices trending downward in 2025, travelers departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport are finding more opportunities to save money, especially if they plan their trips smartly. According to travel industry experts, average fares are down 7 percent compared to last year, and this year could be the most affordable time in recent memory for both domestic and international travel. Flexible planning, strategic timing, and the willingness to fly on
Columbus, Ohio – With airfare prices trending downward in 2025, travelers departing from John Glenn Columbus International Airport are finding more opportunities to save money, especially if they plan their trips smartly. According to travel industry experts, average fares are down 7 percent compared to last year, and this year could be the most affordable time in recent memory for both domestic and international travel. Flexible planning, strategic timing, and the willingness to fly on
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Air India has suspended all flights over the Gulf region following a missile strike by Iran on the US air base in Doha, Qatar. The national carrier also halted operations to and from the East Coast of North America and Europe, citing safety concerns due to the restricted airspace and regional instability. In a late-night statement, Air India confirmed the cancellation of
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Air India has suspended all flights over the Gulf region following a missile strike by Iran on the US air base in Doha, Qatar. The national carrier also halted operations to and from the East Coast of North America and Europe, citing safety concerns due to the restricted airspace and regional instability. In a late-night statement, Air India confirmed the cancellation of
Dangeti Jahnavi, a young woman from Palakollu in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, has etched her name in history by becoming the first Indian to complete NASA’s prestigious International Air and Space Program. Her groundbreaking achievement has opened the doors to a historic space mission she is set to travel to space in 2029. The mission is expected to take her to the Titan’s Orbital Port Space Station, a major U.S.-based space infrastruc
Dangeti Jahnavi, a young woman from Palakollu in West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, has etched her name in history by becoming the first Indian to complete NASA’s prestigious International Air and Space Program. Her groundbreaking achievement has opened the doors to a historic space mission she is set to travel to space in 2029. The mission is expected to take her to the Titan’s Orbital Port Space Station, a major U.S.-based space infrastruc
In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran on Monday launched what its armed forces described as a “powerful and destructive missile strike” targeting the United States’ Al-Udeid Air Base located near Doha, the capital city of Qatar. The attack was a direct response to a recent U.S. military operation involving B-2 bombers and cruise missile strikes on Iranian nuclear development sites, carried out the previous Saturday. The Al-Udeid base is the largest Am
In a dramatic escalation of tensions in the Middle East, Iran on Monday launched what its armed forces described as a “powerful and destructive missile strike” targeting the United States’ Al-Udeid Air Base located near Doha, the capital city of Qatar. The attack was a direct response to a recent U.S. military operation involving B-2 bombers and cruise missile strikes on Iranian nuclear development sites, carried out the previous Saturday. The Al-Udeid base is the largest Am
Washington DC residents are on high alert following overnight airstrikes launched by the United States targeting Iranian nuclear sites. The federal government has described the action as necessary to neutralize a growing threat, but it has ignited deep concerns locally, with many worried about possible retaliation and the broader implications of a potential regional conflict. The airstrikes mark a significant escalation in tensions with Iran, drawing sharp reactions both globally
Washington DC residents are on high alert following overnight airstrikes launched by the United States targeting Iranian nuclear sites. The federal government has described the action as necessary to neutralize a growing threat, but it has ignited deep concerns locally, with many worried about possible retaliation and the broader implications of a potential regional conflict. The airstrikes mark a significant escalation in tensions with Iran, drawing sharp reactions both globally
The black box recovered from Air India flight AI 171, which crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, is being sent to the United States for further analysis. The flight, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner headed to London, tragically crashed into a hostel building at BJ Medical College seconds after takeoff, claiming 274 lives, including more than two dozen civilians on the ground. Initial reports reveal the cockpit voice recorder (CVR
The black box recovered from Air India flight AI 171, which crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, is being sent to the United States for further analysis. The flight, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner headed to London, tragically crashed into a hostel building at BJ Medical College seconds after takeoff, claiming 274 lives, including more than two dozen civilians on the ground. Initial reports reveal the cockpit voice recorder (CVR
Air India has announced a 15% cut in its international widebody operations, calling the move “painful but necessary” in the aftermath of the tragic crash of flight AI171 that killed 241 people. The airline is undergoing a period of intense scrutiny and operational stress, citing both internal safety concerns and external geopolitical disruptions. The decision follows a series of enhanced safety inspection
Air India has announced a 15% cut in its international widebody operations, calling the move “painful but necessary” in the aftermath of the tragic crash of flight AI171 that killed 241 people. The airline is undergoing a period of intense scrutiny and operational stress, citing both internal safety concerns and external geopolitical disruptions. The decision follows a series of enhanced safety inspection
In a heartfelt address to Air India employees following the tragic crash of flight AI 171, Chairman N Chandrasekaran acknowledged the immense pain experienced by the airline family and expressed solidarity with the victims' families. Speaking to teams gathered at Air India Headquarters, Training Academy, and the Gurugram office on June 16, Chandrasekaran described the incident as the “most heartbreaking crisis” of his career. He emphasized the
In a heartfelt address to Air India employees following the tragic crash of flight AI 171, Chairman N Chandrasekaran acknowledged the immense pain experienced by the airline family and expressed solidarity with the victims' families. Speaking to teams gathered at Air India Headquarters, Training Academy, and the Gurugram office on June 16, Chandrasekaran described the incident as the “most heartbreaking crisis” of his career. He emphasized the
An Air India flight operating from Hong Kong to Delhi was forced to turn back mid-air after the pilot identified a possible technical glitch on board the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The aircraft, designated as flight AI315, had already taken off from Hong Kong when the pilot made the precautionary decision to return to the departure airport to ensure passenger safety. While details on the specific nature of the technica
An Air India flight operating from Hong Kong to Delhi was forced to turn back mid-air after the pilot identified a possible technical glitch on board the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The aircraft, designated as flight AI315, had already taken off from Hong Kong when the pilot made the precautionary decision to return to the departure airport to ensure passenger safety. While details on the specific nature of the technica
A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad was forced to return mid-air on Sunday following a suspected bomb threat, aviation sources confirmed. The aircraft, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operating as flight LH752, departed from Frankfurt at approximately 2:15 PM local time and was scheduled to arrive in Hyderabad at 6:00 AM on Monday. Shortly after takeoff, the airline’s crew received information regarding a po
A Lufthansa flight from Frankfurt to Hyderabad was forced to return mid-air on Sunday following a suspected bomb threat, aviation sources confirmed. The aircraft, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner operating as flight LH752, departed from Frankfurt at approximately 2:15 PM local time and was scheduled to arrive in Hyderabad at 6:00 AM on Monday. Shortly after takeoff, the airline’s crew received information regarding a po
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
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
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:
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:
On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of 241 lives onboard and at least 28 fatalities on the ground. The aircraft crashed into a residential area housing medical students in Meghaninagar, Ahmedabad, causing widespread
On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the loss of 241 lives onboard and at least 28 fatalities on the ground. The aircraft crashed into a residential area housing medical students in Meghaninagar, Ahmedabad, causing widespread
In a catastrophic aviation disaster, Air India Flight AI171 crashed minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad airport, killing at least 265 people and leaving only one survivor. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, en route to London’s Gatwick Airport, went down in the densely populated Meghaninagar area on Thursday afternoon, slamming into a medical college hostel and triggering a massive fire that engulfed the surroundings.
In a catastrophic aviation disaster, Air India Flight AI171 crashed minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad airport, killing at least 265 people and leaving only one survivor. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, en route to London’s Gatwick Airport, went down in the densely populated Meghaninagar area on Thursday afternoon, slamming into a medical college hostel and triggering a massive fire that engulfed the surroundings.
India was rocked by one of its deadliest aviation disasters when Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. The London-bound flight, carrying 242 people including 230 passengers, 10 crew members, and 2 pilots exploded into flames minutes after departure, killing 241 individuals. Miraculously, one passenger seated in 11A survived and is currently hospitalized.
India was rocked by one of its deadliest aviation disasters when Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after take-off from Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. The London-bound flight, carrying 242 people including 230 passengers, 10 crew members, and 2 pilots exploded into flames minutes after departure, killing 241 individuals. Miraculously, one passenger seated in 11A survived and is currently hospitalized.
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
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
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