DHL Cargo Plane Crashes in Lithuania, Killing At Least One Person
A DHL cargo plane operated by Swiftair crashed into a house near Vilnius International Airport in Lithuania, killing at least one person and injuring another. The plane was traveling from Leipzig, Germany. The cause of the crash is not yet known.
UPS Plane Crash: 7 Dead, 11 Injured in Louisville
A UPS cargo plane crashed in Louisville, Kentucky, killing 7 people and injuring 11.
7 people died, including 3 onboard
11 people on the ground were injured
The plane was headed to Hawaii when it crashed
The crash caused a massive fireball and ignited fires in an industrial corridor.
The Louisville airport was closed but has since reopened. UPS has contingency plans in place to minimize delivery disruptions.
UPS Cargo Plane Crashes in Kentucky: What We Know So Far
A UPS cargo plane has crashed in Louisville, Kentucky, killing at least 7 people and injuring 11.
The plane crashed shortly after takeoff, erupting into a huge fireball
The flight was heading for Honolulu, Hawaii
A shelter-in-place order was issued for areas within 5 miles of the airport
What's next for the investigation?
Russian Aircraft Violate Lithuanian Airspace: What's Happening?
Russian aircraft entered Lithuania's airspace, a NATO member country.
2 Russian planes, an SU-30 and an IL-78, flew into Lithuanian airspace for 18 seconds
Lithuania accused Russia of violating its airspace, while Russia denied the claim
This incident raises concerns about NATO and Russia relations, and whether Russia is testing NATO's defenses.
Mysterious Balloons Disrupt Air Traffic
Dozens of balloons carrying smuggled cigarettes from Belarus have been entering Lithuania's airspace, forcing the temporary closure of Vilnius airport.
The balloons are used by smugglers to transport cigarettes into the European Union, where tobacco products are more expensive
This is the second incident this month, with a similar event occurring on October 5
The Lithuanian government is calling on Belarus to cooperate in preventing similar incidents
The situation is being closely monitored, and the authorities are working to find a solution to this unusual problem.
Plane Crash in Hong Kong: 2 Dead, 4 Survive
A cargo plane skidded off a runway in Hong Kong, killing 2 security guards and leaving 4 crew members unharmed.
The plane, a Boeing 747, was landing from Dubai when it crashed into a security patrol vehicle
The cause of the crash is under investigation
The plane was 32 years old and operated by ACT Airlines
Cargo Plane Crash in Hong Kong: What Happened?
A cargo plane has crashed into the sea while landing at Hong Kong International Airport.
The plane was a Boeing 747 cargo aircraft traveling from Dubai
Four crew members were rescued, but two security staff were killed when the aircraft struck their vehicle
The northern runway is closed, but the south and central runways are still operating
An investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the crash
BREAKING: Four People Lose Their Lives in Tragic Essex Crash
Four people have tragically lost their lives** after a vehicle crashed into a building in Colchester, Essex. The incident occurred early on Saturday morning, and the victims' families have been informed. The road remained closed for most of the day as officers conducted inquiries and recovered the vehicle.
Essex Police is now appealing for information** from anyone who may have witnessed the crash, CCTV footage, or dashcam footage. If you have any details, please contact the force quoting incident 179 of 1 February or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those who tragically lost their lives in this incident.
Drama at South Korean Airport: Plane Catches Fire, But All Safe!
What a scary moment at Gimhae International Airport in South Korea! An Air Busan plane bound for Hong Kong had a close call when its tail caught fire before takeoff. Yikes! But here's the good news: all 176 passengers and crew members made it out safely using an inflatable slide. Just a few folks suffered minor injuries, and they're expected to be okay. The cause of the fire is still unknown, and it's under investigation.
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Syria's Damascus Airport Reopens for International Flights: A New Era of Travel
After 13 years, Qatar Airways landed at Damascus airport, marking the first commercial flight since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The airport is under assessment for full reopening, and Jordan's flagship carrier, Royal Jordanian, also confirmed a test flight. The reopening is a symbol of a new era of travel and a sign of normalizing ties in Syria.
Drones Cause Havoc Near Boston Airport: Two Men Arrested
Two men have been arrested for flying drones near Logan Airport in Boston.** The drones were spotted flying close to the airport, leading to a multi-agency investigation involving Homeland Security, Massachusetts State Police, the Joint Terrorism Task Force, the Federal Communications Commission, and Logan Airport Air Traffic Control. Robert Duffy, 42, and Jeremy Folcik, 32, were charged with trespassing and could face additional fines or charges. **The incident highlights the potential dangers of drones near airports and the importance of following FAA guidelines for recreational drone operation.
Drunk Driver Sentenced for Fatal Wedding Night Crash
Tragedy on a Wedding Night:** A woman has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for a DUI crash that killed a bride on her wedding night in South Carolina. Reckless Driving: Jamie Komoroski was driving 65 mph in a 25 mph zone when she crashed into the newlyweds' golf cart. High BAC: A toxicology report found her blood alcohol level was more than three times the legal limit. No Mercy: The judge showed no mercy, sentencing her to the maximum possible sentence.
Delta Flight Bypass: Stowaway Discovered Mid-Air from NYC to Paris
In a surprising incident, a woman managed to bypass security checks and board a Delta flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport without a boarding pass or passport. She was discovered while the plane was in midair and was taken into custody in Paris. It's unclear how she managed to bypass the TSA process and board the Boeing 767-400ER without showing a boarding pass or passport to Delta staff. The TSA is investigating the incident, and the woman could be subject to a civil penalty or fine for bypassing the document check process. Delta is also conducting an exhaustive investigation and working collaboratively with other aviation stakeholders and law enforcement to ensure safety and security.
DHL Cargo Plane Crashes Near Vilnius Airport in Lithuania, Killing One
A DHL cargo plane crashed near Vilnius International Airport in Lithuania, killing at least one person on board and leaving three others injured. The Spanish crew member who died was not a pilot. The flight originated in Leipzig, Germany. DHL and German investigators are working to determine the cause of the crash, and Lithuanian officials are not ruling out terrorism as a possible motive. The incident is one of several recent cargo-related incidents in Europe.
Car Crash into Elks Lodge in Arizona Leaves 30 Injured
A car crashed into an Elks Lodge restaurant in Apache Junction, Arizona, on Saturday night, leaving 30 people injured. The driver, identified as 73-year-old Thomas Edward Kain, was arrested and charged with driving under the influence. Ten people were taken to hospitals for non-life-threatening injuries, while 15 others were treated at the scene. At least five more people drove themselves to hospitals. The Elks Lodge is a popular community center in the Phoenix suburb, located about 36 miles west of the city.
Helicopter Crashes into Cairns Hilton: Key Facts
A helicopter has crashed into a Hilton hotel in Cairns, igniting a blaze and causing hundreds of guests to be evacuated.
