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Weather balloon blamed for causing plane’s windshield crack at 36,000 feet and forcing emergency landing

One X user described the front of the plane as looking as though it had been ‘sand blasted’ after the alleged collision

The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2025

Flying is safe thanks to data and cooperation – here’s what the AI industry could learn from airlines on safety

Approximately 185,000 people have died in civilian aviation accidents since the advent of powered flight over a century ago. However, over the past five years among the U.S. airlines, the risk of dying was almost zero. In fact, you have a much better chance of winning most lotteries than you…

The Conversation · Oct 21, 2025

What Hit the United Airlines Jet? Investigators Probe Object That Shattered Windshield at 36,000 Feet

A United Airlines flight was forced to divert after an unidentified object struck its windshield at 36,000 feet, injuring the pilot. Investigators are probing whether a weather balloon, meteor, or space debris was responsible.

International Business Times UK · Oct 21, 2025

FAA allows Boeing to increase 737 Max production nearly two years after door plug flew off plane

The Federal Aviation Administration said Friday it will allow Boeing to produce more 737 Max airplanes by increasing the limit it imposed after a door plug flew off an Alaska Airlines jet that the company built

The Independent UK · Oct 17, 2025

Elon Musk's Starlink Wi-Fi Now Available On United Airlines Flights

United Airlines Inc. (NASDAQ:UAL) will offer Elon Musk-owned Starlink’s WiFi onboard its mainline flights, after the company received approval from the FAA to offer the service onboard a Boeing Co. (NYSE:BA) 737 aircraft last month.

Benzinga · Oct 16, 2025

The government shutdown is putting a renewed spotlight on the cracks in the US aviation system

The U.S. government shutdown’s strain on the aviation system is starting to show

The Independent UK · Oct 15, 2025

EPA, DOE employees face layoffs; aviation staffing worsens - Roll Call

The administration said it plans to lay off 20 to 30 employees at the EPA and 187 at the Energy Department, according to a court filing.

Roll Call · Oct 15, 2025

Huntington Beach Helicopter Crash: What We Know So Far About the Tragic Accident

Authorities investigate the Huntington Beach helicopter crash as the FAA and NTSB probe the cause. Five people were injured, no fatalities reported.

International Business Times · Oct 13, 2025

Fort Worth Plane Crash Horror as Two Die and Trucks Burn Near Homes

A fiery plane crash in Fort Worth leaves two dead after a small aircraft hits multiple trucks near Hicks Airfield. Read the full story on the tragic incident and the ongoing FAA investigation.

International Business Times UK · Oct 12, 2025

Huntington Beach Helicopter Crash: What We Know So Far About the Tragic Accident

Authorities investigate the Huntington Beach helicopter crash as the FAA and NTSB probe the cause. Five people were injured, no fatalities reported.

International Business Times UK · Oct 12, 2025