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Ethiopian Volcano Ash Cloud Drifts Toward India: Airlines Issue Safety Advisories and Monitor Flight Operations
Nov 25, 2025 07:30 am CST
Following the eruption of Ethiopia's long-dormant Hayli Gubbi volcano, major Indian airlines have implemented safety protocols as ash clouds drift toward western India. IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air are closely monitoring the situation, while the Toulouse VAAC tracks the large ash plume moving toward northern India. Passengers are advised to check flight statuses as airlines prioritize safety measures during this rare volcanic event affecting international airspace.
Ethiopian Volcano Eruption Causes Flight Cancellations as Ash Cloud Moves Across Northern India
Nov 25, 2025 02:57 am CST
A significant volcanic eruption in Ethiopia's Afar region has created an ash cloud that is now moving over northern India, resulting in multiple flight cancellations and prompting the DGCA to issue safety advisories to airlines and airports. The Hayli Gubbi volcano, erupting for the first time in nearly 12,000 years, has caused disruptions for carriers including Akasa Air, IndiGo, and KLM as officials monitor the situation closely to ensure passenger safety.
Lithium Battery Fire Forces Air China Flight Emergency Landing: Viral Video Captures Mid-Air Incident
Oct 19, 2025 04:30 pm CST
An Air China flight from Hangzhou to Seoul made an emergency landing in Shanghai after a lithium battery in an overhead compartment caught fire mid-air. The incident, captured on video, shows crew members quickly extinguishing the flames while passengers evacuated safely with no injuries reported. This emergency highlights growing concerns about lithium battery safety on aircraft, with the FAA documenting 38 similar incidents in 2025 alone.