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Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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Air India Safety Auditor Found Dead In Rented Room In Gurugram
A flight safety auditor of Air India from Mumbai was found dead in his room at a PG accommodation in Gurugram, where he was staying for the last few days, police said Tuesday.
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Very Poor AQI In Delhi-NCR Means Indoor Cooking Needs Extra Care Right Now; Tips Inside
With Delhi-NCR's air quality classified as "severe", indoor cooking can worsen air inside your home. From ventilation to stove safety and safe food handling, here's how to cook smarter when the city's air is at risk.
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Riders Left Dangling 100 Feet In The Air After Ride Malfunctions In North Carolina
The Vertigo ride, which spins riders on swings high above the fairgrounds, came to an abrupt halt on Thursday afternoon, leaving passengers suspended in mid-air.
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"Ground All Boeing 787 Planes", Says Pilots' Body. Air India Responds
Pilots have called for the 'grounding of all Boeing 787 planes' based on reports of malfunctioning electronics on AI-117 while landing in Birmingham on October 4, and AI-154, a Vienna-Delhi service diverted to Dubai on October 9 after systems failed.
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Why You Should Never Remove Airline Luggage Tags Right After Landing
You probably tear off that airline luggage tag the moment your suitcase lands on the belt. But what if that tiny sticker could save you from a travel disaster you never saw coming?
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After Deadly Crashes, US Says Boeing Can Resume Certifying Some New Planes
US regulators will permit Boeing to certify the airworthiness of some new planes, air safety officials announced Friday, in a sign of authorities' increased confidence in the aviation giant's operations.
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India's Aviation Boom Fuels Openings For New Airline Players
India will require more government oversight as the country's airlines take delivery of thousands of planes and its fast-growing market is creating openings for new players, the government's aviation safety chief told Reuters.
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"Unfortunate": Supreme Court On Pilot's "Fuel Cut-Off" Mention In Air India Crash Report
"Unfortunate": Supreme Court On Pilot's "Fuel Cut-Off" Mention In Air India Crash Report
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'Crash-Proof' Plane? Engineers Unveil AI Airbag System After Air India Tragedy
Two engineers have unveiled "Project REBIRTH", an AI-powered airbag system designed to improve plane crash survivability.
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Poland Shuts Down Airports, Scrambles Jets After Russian Strikes On Ukraine Border
Poland closed four airports including its main Chopin Airport in Warsaw on Wednesday, according to the US Federal Aviation Administration, after Russia launched drone strikes near the border in neighbouring Ukraine.
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What Really Happens When You Pull The Chain On A Moving Train
Purpose of Alarm Chains: Alarm Chain Pulling (ACP) is one of the major reasons behind train delays across India. Passengers can face serious penalties for pulling an alarm chain without a real emergency.
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Why Flight Attendants Ask You To Keep Window Shades Open During Landing
You might think keeping the window shades up is an inconvenience, but it is primarily concerned with air passengers' safety. Here's what really happens.
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Why Do Airplane Windows Have Tiny Holes? 5 Key Reasons
Let's take a closer look at the fascinating story behind these tiny holes and explore their importance in aviation.
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Aviation Body To Conduct 15% Additional Safety Checks This Year: Sources
The aviation safety regulator's step follows the deadly crash of an Air India plane in Ahmedabad.
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Why Airlines Close Boarding Gates 20 Minutes Before Departure? 5 Real Reasons Behind The Rule
If you have ever sprinted to a gate only to find it closed, there is a reason airlines shut the boarding well before take-off. Here is what goes on in those crucial 20 minutes before departure.
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Air India Safety Auditor Found Dead In Rented Room In Gurugram
A flight safety auditor of Air India from Mumbai was found dead in his room at a PG accommodation in Gurugram, where he was staying for the last few days, police said Tuesday.
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Very Poor AQI In Delhi-NCR Means Indoor Cooking Needs Extra Care Right Now; Tips Inside
With Delhi-NCR's air quality classified as "severe", indoor cooking can worsen air inside your home. From ventilation to stove safety and safe food handling, here's how to cook smarter when the city's air is at risk.
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Riders Left Dangling 100 Feet In The Air After Ride Malfunctions In North Carolina
The Vertigo ride, which spins riders on swings high above the fairgrounds, came to an abrupt halt on Thursday afternoon, leaving passengers suspended in mid-air.
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"Ground All Boeing 787 Planes", Says Pilots' Body. Air India Responds
Pilots have called for the 'grounding of all Boeing 787 planes' based on reports of malfunctioning electronics on AI-117 while landing in Birmingham on October 4, and AI-154, a Vienna-Delhi service diverted to Dubai on October 9 after systems failed.
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Why You Should Never Remove Airline Luggage Tags Right After Landing
You probably tear off that airline luggage tag the moment your suitcase lands on the belt. But what if that tiny sticker could save you from a travel disaster you never saw coming?
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After Deadly Crashes, US Says Boeing Can Resume Certifying Some New Planes
US regulators will permit Boeing to certify the airworthiness of some new planes, air safety officials announced Friday, in a sign of authorities' increased confidence in the aviation giant's operations.
-
India's Aviation Boom Fuels Openings For New Airline Players
India will require more government oversight as the country's airlines take delivery of thousands of planes and its fast-growing market is creating openings for new players, the government's aviation safety chief told Reuters.
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"Unfortunate": Supreme Court On Pilot's "Fuel Cut-Off" Mention In Air India Crash Report
"Unfortunate": Supreme Court On Pilot's "Fuel Cut-Off" Mention In Air India Crash Report
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'Crash-Proof' Plane? Engineers Unveil AI Airbag System After Air India Tragedy
Two engineers have unveiled "Project REBIRTH", an AI-powered airbag system designed to improve plane crash survivability.
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Poland Shuts Down Airports, Scrambles Jets After Russian Strikes On Ukraine Border
Poland closed four airports including its main Chopin Airport in Warsaw on Wednesday, according to the US Federal Aviation Administration, after Russia launched drone strikes near the border in neighbouring Ukraine.
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What Really Happens When You Pull The Chain On A Moving Train
Purpose of Alarm Chains: Alarm Chain Pulling (ACP) is one of the major reasons behind train delays across India. Passengers can face serious penalties for pulling an alarm chain without a real emergency.
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Why Flight Attendants Ask You To Keep Window Shades Open During Landing
You might think keeping the window shades up is an inconvenience, but it is primarily concerned with air passengers' safety. Here's what really happens.
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Why Do Airplane Windows Have Tiny Holes? 5 Key Reasons
Let's take a closer look at the fascinating story behind these tiny holes and explore their importance in aviation.
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Aviation Body To Conduct 15% Additional Safety Checks This Year: Sources
The aviation safety regulator's step follows the deadly crash of an Air India plane in Ahmedabad.
