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EasyJet unveils plans to become world's first carbon-neutral airline

But green groups question whether carbon offsetting delivers a big enough cut in emissions.

19/11/2019

United Kingdom

Emotional support dogs in 'distress' removed from flight at Gatwick

A Norwegian air captain decided to offload two owners and their emotional support dogs, the airline company said.

24/10/2019

USA

13 Boeing 737 NG aircraft grounded after checks

The groundings by Southwest Airlines and Gol Linhas Aereas come after the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration told aircraft operators last week to inspect 165 Boeing 737 NG airliners for structural cracks.

10/10/2019

Japan

Japanese airline helps passengers avoid screaming babies

Japan Airlines' decision has proved a social media sensation.

27/09/2019

Business

The collapse of Thomas Cook sent shockwaves across the industry

The Greek tourism confederation says economic losses for the country's businesses might be up to 500 million euros.

24/09/2019

Ireland

Coffee spill in aircraft cockpit forced plane to divert to Ireland

A commercial aircraft carrying 326 passengers was forced to divert to Shannon, Ireland, after a coffee spill caused two audio control panels to fail, it emerged today.

12/09/2019

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Stunt planes fill skies over Chateauroux in World Aerobatic Championsh

The World Aerobatic Championships provided entertainment at Chateauroux, France, as home pilot Louis Vanel won the men's event with a wonderful display of stunts.

01/09/2019

United Kingdom

UK airports to cut security waiting times with new 3D scanning

All major airports in Britain must have new 3D baggage screening equipment before the end of 2022..

25/08/2019

United Kingdom

Passenger falls ill on plane to UK from Paris: Flybe says

Passenger falls ill on plane to UK from Paris: Flybe says

09/08/2019

Ecotech

Finnair brings low carbon biofuel to long haul flights

It is funded by an initiative allowing passengers to donate towards biofuel - which can cost five times more than regular jet fuel.

07/08/2019

Earth News

Plane shaming is real: 5 people travelling the world by rail and road

We spoke to five people who went against the trend and chose to swap planes and cars for bikes and trains.

31/07/2019

United Kingdom

Environmentally sustainable aeroplane wing wins the MacRobert Award

The MacRobert Award, which is sometimes called the 'Engineering Oscars' is one of the UK's most renowned engineering prizes

15/07/2019

World News

How to prevent jet lag (so you're not too tired for your trip)

Some small adjustments leading up to your trip, on the flight and once you arrive will help prevent the fatigue and irritability that comes with jet lag.

06/07/2019

USA

New risk found in Boeing 737 could ground plane for longer

US regulators say they have identified a new risk to the Boeing 737 MAX model, which could keep the plane grounded for longer.

27/06/2019

Ecotech

Battery powered sky taxis: the future of travel?

Electronic and hybrid planes have taken centre stage at the International Paris Air Show.

20/06/2019

Ecotech

Plant oil fuel, carpooling and ultra-low emission zones’

Companies and initiatives making waves in the green transport sector.

05/05/2019

USA

Boeing 737 skids off runway into Florida river

Passengers of a 737 Boeing have escaped after the plane skidded off a runway into a river.

04/05/2019

USA

World's biggest plane flies for the first time

It's almost as big as the International Space station.

14/04/2019

World News

Boeing confirms it will upgrade software for all 737 MAX 8 aircraft

Boeing said it will upgrade software for all 737 MAX 8 aircraft. This comes after an FAA request, and Sunday's crash of an Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX

12/03/2019

Azerbaijan

Ural Airlines jet makes emergency landing in Baku over bomb threat

A Russian passenger jet made an emergency landing in Baku, Azerbaijan on Monday because of a suspected bomb on board the plane. It was a false alarm.

11/03/2019