Aviation Safety & Incidents
Latest in Aviation Safety & Incidents· Oct 30
A midair collision between two helicopters near an Oregon airport killed three people on Friday, prompting regulators to examine airspace management and collision-avoidance protocols in the region. The incident will trigger operational reviews and insurance assessments across helicopter operators, as authorities determine whether existing safety procedures failed or were inadequately followed.
Aircraft accidents, emergency situations, mechanical failures, safety investigations, and security incidents affecting commercial aviation operations and passenger safety.
18 events tracked
- Single source13 days ago
Two helicopters collide near Oregon airport, killing three
Two helicopters collided midair near an Oregon airport, killing three people.
BBC News
- Single source24 days ago
Skydiver dies during stunt ahead of college game in Texas
US Air Force airman dies during parachute stunt before college football game in Texas.
BBC News
- Single source24 days ago
Scientists dismiss Earhart wreckage theory after island expedition
Researchers conclude wreckage thought to be Amelia Earhart's aircraft is likely vegetation, not plane debris.
BBC News
- Single source30 days ago
Fatal incident at Georgia amusement park leaves one dead and multiple injured
Man falls from Six Flags roller coaster; incident raises safety and liability questions for amusement park operator.
BBC News
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Death at amusement park ride sends Six Flags shares toward yearly lows
Six Flags stock falls to 52-week lows following a fatal accident at one of its parks.
MarketWatch
- Single sourceMARKET SHOCK ↓about 1 month ago
Israeli military reports large-scale civilian or military losses in its north
The Israel Defense Forces announced a significant loss-of-life event affecting the northern region of the country.
Kagan Dunlap
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Qantas cancels Italy-Australia flight following bedbug complaints
Qantas grounds aircraft following bedbug infestation, raising operational and reputational costs for the airline.
BBC News
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Aircraft diverts to emergency landing after onboard power bank ignites
Power bank fire forces emergency landing in India, raising aviation safety and product liability concerns.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Coast Guard locates debris near Nantucket from missing medical aircraft
The US Coast Guard discovered wreckage near Nantucket that officials believe came from a missing emergency medical plane.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Authorities examine connections between Flydubai crash and Australia
Police investigate Flydubai co-pilot's connections to Australia following an unspecified incident.
Al Jazeera
- Single sourceMARKET SHOCK ↓about 1 month ago
UAE labels cockpit assault by FlyDubai officer a terrorism attempt
UAE says FlyDubai co-pilot attempted terrorist act by attacking plane; incident raises aviation security and insurance concerns.
CNBC
- Reported by 3 outletsMARKET SHOCK ↓about 1 month ago
Flydubai co-pilot assaulted captain using axe during flight, UAE confirms
A co-pilot attacked the captain with an axe aboard a Flydubai aircraft, which descended sharply before crew and passengers subdued the attacker.
BBC News · The Guardian · Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Flydubai captain recounts violent confrontation with colleague in cockpit
A Flydubai pilot described opening the cockpit door during an assault by his co-pilot, citing concern for passenger safety.
BBC News
- Reported by 2 outletsabout 1 month ago
Flydubai passenger held children during cockpit attack and rapid descent
Flydubai passenger recounts children embrace as aircraft nosedived during attack.
Al Jazeera · BBC News
- Reported by 2 outletsabout 1 month ago
Flydubai flight targeted in cockpit incident as probe begins
Flydubai flight came under attack; investigation into the incident is underway.
The Guardian · Al Jazeera
- Reported by 2 outletsabout 1 month ago
Flydubai permits pilot with assault record to resume flying duties
Flydubai pilot cleared to fly despite history of attacking co-pilot, raising safety and regulatory oversight questions.
Al Jazeera · BBC News
- Reported by 2 outletsMARKET SHOCK ↓about 1 month ago
Israeli-bound plane drops thousands of feet, forcing emergency diversion
Israeli aircraft experienced sudden altitude loss during flight, with passenger describing severe turbulence resembling a rollercoaster.
BBC News · Al Jazeera
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Nuclear-capable Russian bomber goes down during training exercise, six dead
A Tu-95 aircraft crashed in an unpopulated section of Russia's Amur region while conducting a training mission, according to the Defence Ministry.
Al Jazeera