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Air India outgoing CEO summoned over Phuket-Delhi flight's altitude loss: Report

India's aviation ministry summoned Air India's outgoing CEO regarding a recent flight incident. The aircraft experienced a sudden altitude loss, causing passenger and crew injuries. Multiple technical issues and turbulence were reported during the flight. Investigators are examining the serious incident with international assistance. Confirmatory test results for the pilot-in-command…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

Air India's A320 plane suffered glitches, turbulence during Phuket-Delhi flight: Sources

An Air India A320 encountered severe technical issues, including three hydraulic failures, which led to a sudden loss of about 300 feet in altitude. Teams from France and Airbus are set to aid the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau in their inquiry. Some passengers and crew members sustained injuries during the…

The Economic Times · Aug 10

Boeing and Airbus Need More Engines. GE and RTX Are Racing to Supply Them

Boeing Co (NYSE:BA) and Airbus SE (OTC:EADSY) have no shortage of customers waiting for new planes. The harder part is building enough of them.

Benzinga · Aug 10

Heathrow Pilot Reports 'Definite Risk of Collision' as UFO Drone Buzzes Jet Close Enough To See Props

Recent drone sightings at Heathrow and Gatwick airports highlight ongoing safety concerns, with investigators noting a significant risk of collision in one incident.

International Business Times UK · Aug 5

Europe's established tech firms emerge as unexpected AI winners

SAP, Capgemini, Sopra Steria and OVHcloud have all reported stronger demand, faster growth or upgraded outlooks as companies move from experimenting with artificial intelligence ‌to deploying it across their ⁠operations.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Air India Phuket-Delhi turbulence: Authorities launch probe after Air India Airbus jet loses altitude suddenly

Indian authorities are investigating an Air India flight which experienced a momentary altitude variation. The flight, carrying 137 passengers and 8 crew, landed safely in Delhi. Eight passengers and four crew members required hospital treatment following the incident. Investigators have secured the flight data and cockpit voice recorders for analysis.

The Economic Times · Aug 4

UK pilot spots mysterious 'flying saucer' just 100 feet from passenger plane near Gatwick Airport; officials say the near miss reduced the aircraft's safety

A commercial airline pilot in the UK reported seeing a mysterious disc-shaped object pass alarmingly close to a passenger aircraft while approaching London Gatwick Airport, triggering an official aviation safety investigation. The incident took place on 29 April 2026 but only came to wider public attention after the UK Airprox…

The Times of India · Aug 4

Large Caps Across Planes, Tech and Oil Announce Over $10 Billion in Buybacks

Airbus, Jabil and Valero Energy each announced buybacks exceeding $10 billion combined, backed by strong earnings, guidance, and stock performance in their respective sectors.

MarketBeat · Aug 3

UK Air Safety Board Says 'Flying Saucer' Sighting Near Gatwick Posed a Risk to Passenger Jet

A UK air safety investigation has found that an unidentified object described as a 'flying saucer' came dangerously close to a passenger jet approaching London Gatwick Airport.

International Business Times UK · Aug 3

Paris is sizzling: Show me air conditioner

France has had a bad summer. First came the heatwaves, followed later by the respite of the World Cup amid cooler days. Then, in the midst of the finals, France lost badly, and the heat and wildfires returned.

Bangkok Post · Aug 2