flight safety

In a letter to Congress, major airline executives warn that failure to pay security workers during government shutdowns is causing severe flight delays and long lines at airports

The Vereinigung Cockpit union has begun a two-day strike today and tomorrow, March 12-13. Lufthansa is operating a reduced flight schedule and expects to operate just over 50% of flights, with about 60% of long-haul routes operating. Affected passengers have already received notices from the company

Phuket Airport reports that a plane arriving from India experienced an equipment failure on the runway and became stuck, prompting professionals to intervene. All flights were delayed

Air India will operate dozens of additional flights to key destinations in Europe, the United States and Asia between March 10 and 18. The move is intended to increase seat availability at a time when flight options are limited, and also help many passengers stranded abroad find alternative connecting routes through Europe

An amendment to the aviation agreement between the two countries was signed in the presence of the Prime Minister, the Minister of Transportation, and the US Ambassador to Israel. The decision grants a "seventh freedom" for cargo flights and significantly expands the activities of cargo companies in the international market

The weather forecast may cause delays and cancellations for most flights departing and arriving in the area. If necessary, passengers can change their flight dates at no additional charge

Birds hit a United Airlines plane during takeoff, causing an air compression problem. The crew discovered the cracked cockpit window and safely landed the aircraft. Full details

Huge lines are stretching out the doors at US airports due to staffing cuts resulting from unpaid salaries for TSA officers. Airlines for America: "We must reach an agreement, this is unacceptable and un-American"

Cirium, a company that monitors global aviation activity, has published daily flight cancellation data in the Middle East, indicating a serious crisis in the industry that could change the map of the region

Flights across the Middle East and Gulf remain disrupted due to military tensions. If you’re stranded in Doha, Dubai, or nearby cities, here are 5 simple and free things you can still do this weekend