Aviation
Actress Selma Blair Arrested After Flight Incident
Actress Selma Blair was taken into custody after allegedly assaulting multiple flight attendants and exhibiting erratic behavior on a Delta flight from Los Angeles to New York, reportedly citing a medical emergency.
Saudi Arabia Extends Riyadh Airport Closure Following Attacks
Saudi Arabia's civil aviation authority extended the suspension of operations at King Khalid International Airport through October 19 after deadly Houthi strikes forced the facility to close since Saturday. Airlines including Etihad, Lufthansa, and Air France-KLM suspended flights to major Saudi cities, with 99.7 percent of Sunday flights cancelled.
Houthi strikes close Riyadh airport twice
Houthi militants attacked King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh with two separate strikes within 48 hours, causing significant damage and casualties. Saudi Arabia vowed retaliation against the Iranian-backed group.
Flydubai co-pilot allegedly planned Tel Aviv airport attack
UAE prosecutors allege that the Flydubai co-pilot who attacked the captain began a radicalization process in Australia and planned a suicide attack on Tel Aviv's airport. The incident prompted renewed scrutiny of aviation security.
Houthi attacks disrupt Saudi Arabian air travel
Iranian-backed Houthi militants attacked King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh with multiple strikes, killing at least 13 people and wounding hundreds. Delta Air Lines postponed its planned launch of Atlanta-Riyadh service until March.
Israel Denies Flight Landing Over Pilot Nationality
Israeli authorities prevented an Ethiopian Airlines cargo aircraft from landing due to the pilot's Indonesian nationality. Israel restricts flights crewed by nationals of countries without diplomatic ties, citing security risks following a failed attack attempt.
Bangladesh Suspends Flights After Riyadh Airport Attack
Biman Bangladesh has suspended flights from Dhaka to Riyadh following a security incident at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh that resulted in casualties.
Oman Leads Regional Aviation Safety Initiative
The Civil Aviation Authority of Oman hosted the eighth meeting of ICAO's Safety Enhancement Implementation Group to discuss regional aviation security standards.
Flydubai Co-Pilot Accused of Terrorism Plot
An Omani co-pilot is accused of attempting to crash a Flydubai aircraft into Tel Aviv's airport while harboring extremist ideologies. UAE authorities claim he radicalized in Australia before joining the airline. Israel scrambled fighter jets to intercept the plane during the incident.
Norwegian Aircraft Diverts After Technical Emergency Alert
A Norwegian Airlines flight bound for Berlin returned to Bergen after declaring an emergency due to technical problems, landing safely on a single engine.
Airports Step Up Security Protocols Against Emerging Threats
Airports worldwide are implementing enhanced security measures following rising missile and drone threats to aviation infrastructure. Agencies have flagged concerns regarding satellite internet security vulnerabilities used by foreign operators, prompting comprehensive security reviews.
Labor Negotiations Avert SAS Airline Strike
Scandinavian Airlines avoided a strike after successful labor negotiations produced a settlement proposal. Cabin crew members will vote on the agreement by October 23.
Israeli Travelers Stranded as Dubai Flights Suspended
Israeli travelers face prolonged delays and high ticket prices as flights to the UAE remain grounded due to security concerns. Diplomatic negotiations to resume services stall while Far East-bound travelers search for alternative routes.
British Airways Debuts Massive A380 Business-Class Cabin
British Airways has redesigned its Airbus A380 fleet with an expanded upper-deck business-class cabin featuring 106 suites. The retrofit prioritizes premium passenger comfort while reducing economy capacity on the aircraft.
Expedition Hunts for Amelia Earhart's Lost Plane
American scientists arrived at remote Nikumaroro atoll in the Pacific to search for aviator Amelia Earhart's Lockheed Electra, missing since 1937. A satellite photo suggests aircraft wreckage may lie off the island's coast. Previous searches found bones and artifacts possibly belonging to Earhart or navigator Fred Noonan.
Powerbank Fire Forces Aircraft Emergency Landing
A powerbank ignited in a passenger aircraft cabin over India, forcing an emergency landing and prompting new safety concerns. Airlines and regulatory bodies face growing pressure to address rechargeable battery hazards during flight.
SAS Averts Strike With Last-Minute Deal
SAS labor negotiations extended past their deadline but reached agreement just before a potential strike. Mediation prevented work stoppages by cabin crew and other workers.
Aviation Logistics Chief Discusses Recovery Path
Menzies Group chief executive discusses aviation industry recovery strategies and personal experience navigating major crises. Discussion focuses on supply chain resilience and operational lessons from decades in aviation services.
Delta CEO denies conflict with Elon Musk over SpaceX
Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian dismissed reports of a feud with Elon Musk, citing his personal Tesla ownership. The statement follows Musk's public criticisms of Indian industrialist Ambani's wireless ambitions.
Search Expedition Hunts Amelia Earhart Aircraft
US marine archaeologists set sail to a remote Pacific island seeking evidence of aviator Amelia Earhart's 1937 disappearance. The expedition aims to solve one of aviation's greatest unsolved mysteries.