aviation incident
Australian Skydiver's Mid-Air Rescue: Surviving a Parachute Caught on Aircraft Tail
Dec 11, 2025 04:00 pm CST
A harrowing skydiving incident in Australia was captured on video showing a skydiver dangling thousands of meters in the air after their reserve parachute caught on an aircraft's tail. Quick thinking and a hook knife allowed the jumper to free themselves and land safely while the damaged aircraft made an emergency landing.
Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing on Florida's I-95, Collides with Car - Everyone Survives
Dec 10, 2025 02:52 pm CST
A small aircraft made an emergency landing on Florida's Interstate 95, colliding with a Toyota Camry. Remarkably, the 27-year-old pilot, passenger, and 57-year-old car driver all escaped with only minor injuries. The dramatic incident was captured on dashcam by nearby drivers, and the FAA is leading the investigation into what potentially was a fuel shortage issue.
Chartered Flight Pilot Charged With Sexual Assault of Cabin Crew Member in Bengaluru
Nov 23, 2025 06:23 pm CST
A 26-year-old cabin crew member has filed sexual assault charges against a chartered flight pilot following an incident at a Bengaluru hotel. The case was initially reported in Hyderabad as a Zero FIR before being transferred to Bengaluru authorities for investigation under relevant BNS sections.
Violent Passenger Altercation Leads to Flight Attendant Assault and Removal from HK Express Flight
Nov 04, 2025 07:27 pm CST
A Hong Kong couple was removed from an HK Express flight after their argument escalated into physical confrontation with cabin crew, resulting in a flight attendant being shoved to the ground and causing a significant delay. The incident began in the departure lounge with public accusations of misconduct and continued onboard, highlighting the airline's zero-tolerance policy for disruptive behavior.
SpiceJet Delhi-Patna Flight Returns Due to Technical Issue: Latest in Series of Airline Incidents
Oct 23, 2025 05:15 pm CST
A SpiceJet Boeing 737 aircraft operating as flight SG 497 from Delhi to Patna was forced to return shortly after takeoff due to technical issues. This incident adds to the airline's recent technical problems, including a wheel loss during takeoff on another flight and a suspected tailpipe fire. The budget carrier is currently facing significant financial challenges with a reported Rs 234 crore loss in Q1 FY26.
IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Varanasi Due to Fuel Leak: All 166 Passengers Safely Evacuated
Oct 22, 2025 11:39 pm CST
An IndiGo flight (6E 6961) traveling from Kolkata to Srinagar made an emergency landing at Varanasi's Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport following a fuel leak detection. All 166 passengers and crew were safely evacuated, while the aircraft was grounded for technical inspection. IndiGo arranged an alternative aircraft to complete the journey, emphasizing their commitment to passenger safety as their top priority.
Power Bank Fire on IndiGo Flight at Delhi Airport: Quick Crew Response Ensures Passenger Safety
Oct 20, 2025 02:44 am CST
An IndiGo flight experienced a safety incident when a passenger's power bank caught fire while taxiing at Delhi airport. The cabin crew quickly extinguished the flames following standard procedures, with no injuries reported. The Delhi-Dimapur flight was delayed but eventually completed its journey after safety checks. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about lithium battery safety in air travel.
IndiGo Flight Makes Safe Emergency Landing in Chennai After Windshield Crack Detected Mid-Air
Oct 11, 2025 04:57 pm CST
An IndiGo aircraft carrying 76 passengers from Madurai experienced a cracked windshield before landing in Chennai. The pilot notified air traffic control, enabling a safe emergency landing with no injuries reported. The return flight was cancelled as the aircraft undergoes maintenance and safety checks before returning to service.
Akasa Air Flight Successfully Lands in Delhi After Bird Strike Incident: Safety Protocols in Action
Oct 11, 2025 03:43 pm CST
An Akasa Air Boeing 737 MAX 8 operating as flight QP 1607 from Pune to Delhi experienced a bird strike incident but landed safely in the national capital on October 10, 2025. All passengers and crew were safely deplaned while the aircraft underwent thorough inspection by engineers, causing a subsequent Delhi-Goa flight to be rescheduled with a replacement aircraft.
Air India Responds to Pilots' Federation Demand to Ground Boeing 787 Fleet Following Technical Incidents
Oct 11, 2025 01:19 am CST
The Federation of Indian Pilots has called for grounding all Boeing 787 aircraft following technical incidents on two Air India flights, including system failures on AI-154 and RAT deployment on AI-117. Air India denies serious issues, stating both planes landed safely and that investigations are ongoing, with all necessary reports submitted to aviation authorities.