DEATHS FROM AIR TURBULENCE
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03 Jul, 2024, 09.16 PM ISTBot voyage: Can GenAI-based innovation ease turbulence in air travel India's aviation sector embraces cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance customer experience, optimize operations, and propel efficiency, revolutionizing the industry dynamics.
03 Jul, 2024, 12.35 PM ISTPassenger trapped in overhead bin after Air Europa flight turbulence; several injured: Watch Viral Video An Air Europa Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner flight from Madrid to Montevideo encountered severe turbulence, necessitating an emergency landing in Brazil. The incident injured 30 passengers, with one man famously thrown into an overhead bin. Videos shared ...
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Boeing flight hits turbulence flying over the Atlantic Ocean; over 30 injured A Boeing flight which was being operated by Air Europa ran into air turbulence due to which more than 30 people have been injured. This is yet another incident in this year due to which air passengers are being impacted due to turbulence.
02 Jul, 2024, 02.18 AM ISTTo navigate through 'turbulent times', India must invest in modernisation of armed forces: IAF chief His remarks come amid the backdrop of evolving geopolitics with conflicts being seen in some of the regions of the world. This "multi-faceted landscape" requires such military personnel who are not only adept at combat but also possess a deep unders...
25 Jun, 2024, 06.41 PM ISTFlying windows, fatal turbulence: Is flying in planes safe right now? Here is how to understand disruptions Air travel disruptions, from minor mechanical issues to severe incidents, often cause anxiety but are rarely dangerous. Aviation experts stress that these problems are usually manageable due to rigorous safety protocols and backup systems, ensuring ...
21 Jun, 2024, 11.17 AM ISTDelhi weather: Partly cloudy sky brings relief from heatwave in national capital, mercury settles at 28.4 deg C Delhi Weather: New Delhi witnessed a partly cloudy sky with thunderstorms and light rain likely. The minimum temperature settled at 28.4 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature is expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius. The Air Quality Index was reco...
21 Jun, 2024, 11.08 AM ISTSevere turbulence on Air New Zealand flight: Crew member hits ceiling, passenger scalded by coffee Two individuals were injured during an Air New Zealand flight when the aircraft encountered severe turbulence. A passenger suffered burns from a hot coffee spill, while a crew member hit the cabin's ceiling. The incident occurred on a flight from We...
20 Jun, 2024, 01.54 PM ISTExplained: How heatwaves disrupt flight operations and may cause mid-air turbulence High temperatures are disrupting flights at Indira Gandhi International Airport, causing delays and requiring safety measures like waiting for wind speed to stabilize. In some cases, aircraft may reduce fuel or baggage.
19 Jun, 2024, 05.01 PM ISTSingapore Airlines offers compensation to passengers on severely turbulent flight Passengers said crew and those not strapped in left the floor or their seats and slammed into the cabin ceiling, cracking it in places. A Bangkok hospital treating passengers said there were spinal cord, brain and skull injuries. As of June 4, more ...
11 Jun, 2024, 08.31 AM ISTWhy did Air Canada Boeing emit flames immediately after take-off from Toronto? Watch video What happened to carrying 400 passengers that its tail started throwing out flames immediately after taking off from Toronto?
07 Jun, 2024, 11.24 PM ISTTurbulence troubles? Expert tips on what to expect and how to stay safe Turbulence is a common and anxiety-inducing experience for many air travelers. Recent incidents, including injuries and even a fatality, have raised concerns about its frequency and intensity. Experts explain that turbulence is caused by unstable ai...
02 Jun, 2024, 04.03 PM ISTAir Turbulence! IndiGo and Air India Express tackle rising threats amid climate change concerns The rise in clear air turbulence, likely due to climate change, has led to increased incidents impacting airline passengers worldwide. Recent events, including a fatal case on a Singapore Airlines flight, have prompted airlines like Air India Expres...
02 Jun, 2024, 12.08 PM ISTWhat happened on board the London-Singapore flight that caused turbulence? Here are details An investigation has been carried out about the flight of the Singapore International Airlines that ran into air turbulence. It was hit by gravitational force.
30 May, 2024, 10.11 PM ISTSingapore Airlines tragedy: What is air turbulence? Is it related to climate change? Incident deconstructed A recent incident of air turbulence involving Singapore International Airlines has raised questions regarding the frequency and nature of winds that challenge the aircraft.
22 May, 2024, 09.21 PM ISTAir turbulence: Here are world's most turbulent routes, airports and countries A Singapore Airlines flight faced severe turbulence, leading to one death and multiple injuries. Turbulence, unstable air moving unpredictably, includes dangerous clear-air turbulence near jet streams due to wind shear. Turbli tracks turbulent fligh...
22 May, 2024, 12.17 PM ISTWorld’s most turbulent flight routes show rough rides are everywhere A British man died and seven were critically injured on a Singapore Airlines Ltd. flight from London to Singapore due to severe turbulence, leading to an emergency landing in Bangkok. The incident highlighted the instability of air routes, including...
22 May, 2024, 11.06 AM ISTWhat is in-flight turbulence, and when does it become dangerous for passengers and crew? A British man's death and numerous injuries on a Singapore Airlines flight due to severe turbulence highlight the dangers of unstable air. While turbulence-related fatalities are rare, injuries are more common, especially among flight attendants. Cl...
22 May, 2024, 10.48 AM ISTAfter Singapore Airlines turbulence accident, flight crews urge buckling up Flight attendants and pilots are emphasizing the importance of wearing seatbelts following a Singapore Airlines flight's severe turbulence that resulted in one passenger's death and numerous injuries. The flight, traveling from London to Singapore, ...
22 May, 2024, 08.10 AM ISTSingapore Airlines CEO apologises after severe turbulence on flight causes death and injuries Singapore Airlines' CEO publicly apologised on Wednesday after severe turbulence on a London to Singapore flight resulted in one passenger's death and injuries to 30 others. In a video message, Goh Choon Phong expressed deep sorrow and apologised fo...
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