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Varanasi-Bound Air India Express Flight Receives Bomb Threat. It Was A Hoax
An Air India Express flight from Mumbai to Varanasi received a bomb threat on Wednesday, prompting the airline to immediately declare a high alert and activate standard safety protocols, officials said.
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Viral: Flight Passenger Opens Unattended Bag At Goa Airport, Discovers Cash Bundle Inside
A viral Reddit post about a passenger explaining what they did after finding an unattended bag at Dabolim airport in Goa has sparked a discussion about safety practices while travelling.
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Air India's San Francisco-Delhi Flight Makes Precautionary Landing In Mongolia
An Air India San Francisco-Delhi flight made a precautionary landing at Ulaanbataatar in Mongolia after the flight crew suspected a technical issue en route, the airline said in a statement.
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Wheelchair-Bound Taiwan Singer Says "Made To Climb Onto Plane" In China
According to airport management, the incident occurred while boarding a Shenzhen Airlines flight to Taipei. They stated that safety regulations require boarding vehicles to be kept 20 centimeters away from the door to prevent damage to the aircraft.
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Pilots' Body Urges Withdrawal Of Extended Boeing 787 Flight Duty Hours
India's aviation regulator has allowed an extension of flight duty hours for select Boeing 787 Dreamliner routes, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the country's pilots' association, citing serious safety and fatigue concerns.
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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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Mysterious Object That Hit United Airlines Plane May Have Been Balloon, Says Company
The National Transportation Safety Board is probing the incident.
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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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Do Babies Really Fly "Free"? What Indian Parents Must Know Before Booking Flights
Whether you are flying from Delhi to Goa for a weekend break or heading to Singapore, knowing how airlines treat infant passengers can save you money, stress, and last-minute complications.
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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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10 Reasons You Should Never Post Your Boarding Pass Online
Sharing a photo of your boarding pass online may look harmless, but it exposes you to cybercrime, identity theft, and even cancelled trips. From hidden barcodes to loyalty point theft, here are 10 reasons you should think twice before posting it.
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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 Target Air India Only": Supreme Court Junks Plea For Safety Audit
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to hear a plea to appoint a retired top court judge for examining Air India's safety practices among other aspects and asked the petitioner why target the airline that witnessed an "unfortunate tragedy".
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Air India Cancels Bhubaneswar-Delhi Flight Due To 'High Temperature' In Aircraft Cabin
A Delhi-bound Air India flight from Bhubaneswar was cancelled on Sunday due to "high temperature" in the aircraft cabin just prior to its departure for the destination, the airline said in a statement.
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Varanasi-Bound Air India Express Flight Receives Bomb Threat. It Was A Hoax
An Air India Express flight from Mumbai to Varanasi received a bomb threat on Wednesday, prompting the airline to immediately declare a high alert and activate standard safety protocols, officials said.
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Viral: Flight Passenger Opens Unattended Bag At Goa Airport, Discovers Cash Bundle Inside
A viral Reddit post about a passenger explaining what they did after finding an unattended bag at Dabolim airport in Goa has sparked a discussion about safety practices while travelling.
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Air India's San Francisco-Delhi Flight Makes Precautionary Landing In Mongolia
An Air India San Francisco-Delhi flight made a precautionary landing at Ulaanbataatar in Mongolia after the flight crew suspected a technical issue en route, the airline said in a statement.
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Wheelchair-Bound Taiwan Singer Says "Made To Climb Onto Plane" In China
According to airport management, the incident occurred while boarding a Shenzhen Airlines flight to Taipei. They stated that safety regulations require boarding vehicles to be kept 20 centimeters away from the door to prevent damage to the aircraft.
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Pilots' Body Urges Withdrawal Of Extended Boeing 787 Flight Duty Hours
India's aviation regulator has allowed an extension of flight duty hours for select Boeing 787 Dreamliner routes, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from the country's pilots' association, citing serious safety and fatigue concerns.
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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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Mysterious Object That Hit United Airlines Plane May Have Been Balloon, Says Company
The National Transportation Safety Board is probing the incident.
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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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Do Babies Really Fly "Free"? What Indian Parents Must Know Before Booking Flights
Whether you are flying from Delhi to Goa for a weekend break or heading to Singapore, knowing how airlines treat infant passengers can save you money, stress, and last-minute complications.
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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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10 Reasons You Should Never Post Your Boarding Pass Online
Sharing a photo of your boarding pass online may look harmless, but it exposes you to cybercrime, identity theft, and even cancelled trips. From hidden barcodes to loyalty point theft, here are 10 reasons you should think twice before posting it.
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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 Target Air India Only": Supreme Court Junks Plea For Safety Audit
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to hear a plea to appoint a retired top court judge for examining Air India's safety practices among other aspects and asked the petitioner why target the airline that witnessed an "unfortunate tragedy".
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Air India Cancels Bhubaneswar-Delhi Flight Due To 'High Temperature' In Aircraft Cabin
A Delhi-bound Air India flight from Bhubaneswar was cancelled on Sunday due to "high temperature" in the aircraft cabin just prior to its departure for the destination, the airline said in a statement.
