# Aviation24news

> Aviation news covering airlines, incidents, fleet updates, business, airports and military aviation


## Posts

- [Fiber Cable Cut Triggers Major FAA Outage, Disrupts U.S. East Coast Air Traffic](https://aviation24news.com/fiber-cable-cut-triggers-major-faa-outage-disrupting-u-s-east-coast-air-traffic/): A damaged backup fiber-optic cable combined with a primary communication failure at Philadelphia TRACON, disrupting thousands of flights across the U.S. East Coast.
- [Sanctions: U.S. Seeks to Isolate Iranian Airlines Internationally](https://aviation24news.com/sanctions-u-s-seeks-to-isolate-iranian-airlines-internationally/): Iran is seeking to maintain its international air services despite new US sanctions targeting its airlines. Washington is putting pressure on foreign governments and companies to cut ties with Iranian carriers, while Tehran says its international flights are still operating as scheduled.
- [Skytrax Awards 2026: The World’s Best Airlines](https://aviation24news.com/skytrax-awards-2026-the-worlds-best-airlines/): The World Airline Awards are among the aviation industry’s most closely followed annual accolades, recognizing airlines for their service quality, passenger experience, and overall performance. This year’s awards once again highlight the competitive nature of the global airline industry, as carriers continue to invest in onboard products, customer service, and the overall travel experience.
- [Late Bookings Help TUI Narrow Its 2026 Profit Forecast](https://aviation24news.com/late-bookings-help-tui-narrow-its-2026-profit-forecast/): Stronger late bookings have helped TUI narrow its 2026 operating profit forecast to €1.2–€1.3 billion, while summer booked revenue remains below last year.
- [Skytrax 2026: Air Mauritius ranked 52nd worldwide and 2nd in Africa for its cabin crew](https://aviation24news.com/skytax-2026-air-mauritius-ranked-52nd-worldwide-and-2nd-in-africa-for-its-cabin-crew/): Air Mauritius ranks 52nd in Skytrax’s 2026 global airline rankings.
- [JetBlue Faces Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit After Misleading Passengers](https://aviation24news.com/jetblue-faces-multi-million-dollar-lawsuit-after-misleading-passengers/): A passenger has filed a proposed class action against JetBlue, claiming the airline falsely advertised free seat selection as part of its Blue fare after the app failed to offer the benefit.
- [Alaska Airlines Releases First Inter-Island 737-800 Schedule](https://aviation24news.com/alaska-airlines-releases-first-inter-island-737-800-schedule/): Alaska Airlines will begin operating Boeing 737-800s on Hawaiian inter-island services from 3 October 2026, marking the start of the gradual replacement of the ageing Boeing 717 fleet.
- [Boeing and American Airlines Complete Inaugural 737 MAX Landing Gear Exchange](https://aviation24news.com/boeing-and-american-airlines-complete-inaugural-737-max-landing-gear-exchange/): Boeing and American Airlines completed the inaugural 737 MAX landing gear exchange, demonstrating program efficiency and meeting strict operator quality expectations.
- [AAD 2026 Concludes After Five Days As Africa’s Largest Air Show Looks Ahead to 2028](https://aviation24news.com/aad-2026-concludes-after-five-days-as-africas-largest-air-show-looks-ahead-to-2028/): AAD 2026 came to a close on Sunday at Air Force Base Waterkloof, ending five days of industry exhibitions, military showcases and public flying displays as the biennial event looks ahead to 2028.
- [Sunrise Airways Plans Additional U.S. Expansion](https://aviation24news.com/sunrise-airways-plans-additional-u-s-expansion/): Haiti’s only airline is planning two new Florida routes from Cap-Haïtien, further expanding its growing U.S. network following the recent launch of Newark services.
- [Air Madagascar Name Returns as Flag Carrier To Drop Madagascar Airlines Branding](https://aviation24news.com/air-madagascar-name-returns-as-flag-carrier-to-drop-madagascar-airlines-branding/): Madagascar Airlines has confirmed it will restore the historic Air Madagascar name, bringing back the country’s iconic flag carrier identity after more than two years.
- [Etihad’s Final Stored A380 Leaves Tarbes for Abu Dhabi](https://aviation24news.com/etihads-final-stored-a380-leaves-tarbes-for-abu-dhabi/): Etihad’s final stored Airbus A380, A6-APB, has departed Tarbes for Abu Dhabi. Further maintenance lies ahead, with previous plans pointing to a passenger-service return around January 2027.
- [AAD 2026: Public Airshow Opens as Africa’s Premier Aerospace Expo Kicks Off](https://aviation24news.com/aad-2026-public-airshow-opens-as-africas-premier-aerospace-expo-kicks-off/): The first public day of AAD 2026 brought fast jets, helicopters and aerobatic displays to Air Force Base Waterkloof, following the conclusion of the three-day trade exhibition that welcomed industry leaders from across Africa and beyond.
- [Fischer Air Faces Collapse: Insolvency and Charges Against Václav Fischer](https://aviation24news.com/fischer-air-faces-collapse-insolvency-and-charges-against-vaclav-fischer/): Fischer Air will no longer launch flights from Kassel Airport after repeated delays. The company is insolvent, while its owner Václav Fischer is facing fraud charges in Germany. 
- [Icelandair Ends U.S. Boeing 757 Service as the Iconic Jet Nears Retirement](https://aviation24news.com/icelandair-ends-u-s-boeing-757-service-as-the-iconic-jet-nears-retirement/): Icelandair has operated its final scheduled Boeing 757 flight to the United States, leaving United Airlines as the last transatlantic operator of the type.
- [Southwest Passengers Had To Step Around Service Dog Release While Deplaning](https://aviation24news.com/southwest-passengers-had-to-step-around-service-dog-release-while-deplaning/): Passengers on a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 were faced with an unpleasant situation shortly before landing after it was reported that a dog had defecated in the aircraft’s forward aisle.
- [First Airbus A330 MRTT+: New Era for Airbus Military Tankers](https://aviation24news.com/first-airbus-a330-mrtt-new-era-for-airbus-military-tankers/): Airbus has rolled out the first A330 MRTT+, revealing a new generation of its multi-role tanker aircraft. Based on the A330-800neo, the MRTT+ combines improved efficiency, a higher maximum take-off weight, and advanced refueling capabilities. 
- [Black Boxes Recovered after Incident at Misrata Airport](https://aviation24news.com/black-boxes-recovered-after-incident-at-misrata-airport/): Black boxes have been recovered following an incident at Misrata Airport in Libya, providing investigators with potentially crucial data to determine what happened. Authorities are expected to examine the flight recorders as part of the ongoing investigation into the incident.
- [Boeing Warns 777X Testing Could Slip Into 2027, Causing Further Delays to Overdue Schedule Program](https://aviation24news.com/boeing-warns-777x-testing-could-slip-into-2027-causing-further-delays-to-an-already-behind-schedule-program/): Boeing says engine-related certification work could push some 777-9 tests into 2027. First deliveries remain targeted for next year, with Lufthansa set to introduce the aircraft.
- [Fuel Shock: How Rising Jet Fuel Costs Are Forcing Airlines to Rethink Their Strategies](https://aviation24news.com/fuel-shock-how-rising-jet-fuel-costs-are-forcing-airlines-to-rethink-their-strategies/): Rising jet fuel prices are putting renewed pressure on airlines, forcing carriers such as Wizz Air and major US airlines to rethink capacity, fares and network strategies.
- [Chaos on board Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 - Ceiling Collapses](https://aviation24news.com/chaos-on-board-sepehran-airlines-boeing-737-ceiling-collapses/): A Sepehran Airlines Boeing 737 made an emergency return to Mashhad after parts of the cabin ceiling came loose mid-flight. No injuries were reported.
- [NBC4 News Helicopter Crashes in Los Angeles, Killing Three](https://aviation24news.com/nbc4-news-helicopter-crashes-in-los-angeles-killing-three/): An NBC4 and Telemundo 52 news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth while covering a fatal bus collision. Reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw and a person on the ground were killed.
- [Light Aircraft Crashes in Erkelenz – Three People Killed](https://aviation24news.com/light-aircraft-crashes-in-erkelenz-three-people-killed/): A light aircraft crashed near Gerderath in western Germany on Monday morning, killing all three people on board. The aircraft, reportedly a Cessna 172 Skyhawk, crashed into a field after flying at low altitude. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
- [VistaJet Citation Lands at RAF Fairford Instead of Cotswold Airport](https://aviation24news.com/vistajet-citation-lands-at-raf-fairford-instead-of-cotswold-airport/): A VistaJet Citation bound for Cotswold Airport landed at RAF Fairford by mistake, triggering a security response. Flight tracking shows its approach to the military base and the six-minute onward flight to Kemble.
- [Latvian Carrier AirBaltic Seeks U.S. Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection](https://aviation24news.com/latvian-carrier-airbaltic-seeks-u-s-chapter-11-bankruptcy-protection/): Latvian flag carrier airBaltic has voluntarily entered Chapter 11 restructuring in the United States, backed by a €350 million financing package to maintain operations and support its long-term financial recovery.
- [End of an Era in Dresden: EFW Increasingly Moves P2F Conversions to Asia](https://aviation24news.com/end-of-an-era-in-dresden-efw-increasingly-moves-p2f-conversions-to-asia/): EFW is entering a new chapter at its Dresden site as passenger-to-freighter conversions increasingly move to international partner facilities, particularly in Asia. After decades of P2F activity in Dresden, the departure of the latest EGYPTAIR A330-200 marks the end of an era for local conversions, while EFW continues to expand its focus on engineering, MRO and military maintenance.
- [Airbus A350F: From First Orders to the First Flight](https://aviation24news.com/airbus-a350f-from-first-orders-to-the-first-flight/): From its launch in 2021 to the first flight planned for the end of 2026, the Airbus A350F has come a long way. From its first orders and the production of major components across Europe to final assembly and ground testing in Toulouse, this is the story of the A350F so far.
- [Vietravel Airlines Signs Preliminary Agreement for 50 Airbus Aircraft](https://aviation24news.com/vietravel-airlines-signs-preliminary-agreement-for-50-airbus-aircraft/): Vietravel Airlines has signed a preliminary agreement for 50 Airbus aircraft, including 20 A220s and 30 A321-family jets. Deliveries are expected to begin in 2029, supporting plans to expand its regional and longer international services.
- [SAA Restarts Search For Strategic Equity Partner As Airline Looks To Its Next Chapter](https://aviation24news.com/saa-restarts-search-for-strategic-equity-partner-as-airline-looks-to-its-next-chapter/): South African Airways has restarted its search for a strategic equity partner to support its next phase of growth.
- [Germany Approves Emirates Expansion to Fifth Destination](https://aviation24news.com/germany-approves-emirates-expansion-to-fifth-destination/): Germany has approved Emirates’ long-awaited expansion to a fifth destination, paving the way for up to seven weekly flights and opening the door to Berlin or another German city.
- [25 Years After 9/11: How One Day Changed Aviation Forever ](https://aviation24news.com/25-years-after-9-11-how-one-day-changed-aviation-forever/): Twenty-five years after 9/11, aviation continues to live with the consequences of the attacks. From reinforced cockpit doors and airport security to economic upheaval and changing passenger confidence, September 11 fundamentally reshaped the global aviation industry.
- [Emergency Slide Deploys On Qatari-Gifted Air Force One Before President Trump’s Flight](https://aviation24news.com/emergency-slide-deploys-on-qatari-gifted-air-force-one-before-president-trumps-flight/): On Wednesday,President Donald Trump’s departure from Joint Base Andrews was briefly delayed after an emergency evacuation slide deployed from the Qatari-gifted Boeing 747 currently serving as the temporary Air Force One.
- [SWISS Plans to Save Its Last Airbus A340 at Lucerne Museum](https://aviation24news.com/swiss-plans-to-save-its-last-airbus-a340-at-lucerne-museum/): SWISS wants to donate its last Airbus A340-300 to the Swiss Museum of Transport, with a move targeted for early 2028. Funding, transport arrangements and approvals must still be secured.
- [Air Traffic Control Failure Causes Major Disruption at London Heathrow](https://aviation24news.com/air-traffic-control-failure-causes-major-disruption-at-london-heathrow/): A technical failure in UK air traffic control caused major delays, cancellations and diversions at Heathrow and other airports.
- [Discover Airlines Begins World’s First Airbus A330 AeroSHARK Installation](https://aviation24news.com/discover-airlines-begins-worlds-first-airbus-a330-aeroshark-installation/): Discover Airlines has begun the world’s first AeroSHARK installation on an Airbus A330 at EFW in Dresden, with Aviation24news given an inside look at the technology, installation process and expected benefits
- [Anak Krakatau Eruption Disrupts Indonesian Air Traffic as Volcanic Ash Reaches 50,000 Feet](https://aviation24news.com/anak-krakatau-eruption-disrupts-indonesian-air-traffic-as-volcanic-ash-reaches-50000-feet/): Indonesia’s aviation network is beginning to recover after volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau disrupted nearly 3,000 flights and affected around 341,000 passengers. Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International
- [Three injured in Cessna accident in Italy](https://aviation24news.com/three-injured-in-cessna-accident-in-italy/): A small aircraft carrying a family from Munich crashed in Trentino, northern Italy. The Cessna rapidly lost altitude following a technical problem. All three occupants were injured while attempting an emergency landing on a ski slope.
- [La Compagnie to launch Düsseldorf–Newark flights in 2027](https://aviation24news.com/la-compagnie-to-launch-dusseldorf-newark-flights-in-2027/): La Compagnie will enter the German market in April 2027 with five weekly all-Business-Class flights between Düsseldorf and Newark, operated by a new 76-seat Airbus A321LR.
- [Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767 Overruns Runway at Miami International Airport, Killing Five](https://aviation24news.com/amazon-prime-air-boeing-767-overruns-runway-at-miami-international-airport-killing-five/): An Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767-300 operated by 21 Air overran the runway at Miami International Airport on 6 September, striking vehicles and killing at least five people. The FAA is investigating the accident.
- [American Airlines Flight 618 Diverted After Disruptive Passenger is Restrained](https://aviation24news.com/american-airlines-flight-618-diverted-after-disruptive-passenger-is-restrained/): American Airlines Flight 618 from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) was diverted to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) on September 3 after a passenger allegedly became violent and disruptive onboard.
- [American Airlines Nears Major Widebody Aircraft Order](https://aviation24news.com/american-airlines-nears-major-widebody-aircraft-order/): American Airlines is reportedly nearing a decision on an order for up to 65 new widebody aircraft, with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner and Airbus A330-900neo competing to replace its ageing 777-200ER fleet.
- [Air India A320neo Suffers Triple Hydraulic Failure](https://aviation24news.com/air-india-a320neo-suffers-triple-hydraulic-failure/): An Air India A320neo lost all three hydraulic systems at FL360, triggering an autopilot disconnect and stall warning before recovering and landing safely in Delhi. Cause is under investigation.
- [F-4 Phantom Crashes During Athens Flying Week Display in Greece](https://aviation24news.com/f-4-phantom-crashes-during-athens-flying-week-display-in-greece/): A Hellenic Air Force F-4 Phantom crashed at Tanagra Air Base during an Athens Flying Week display. The condition of the two pilots remains unknown, while an eyewitness told Aviation24news that no ejection was visible before impact.
- [Airbus A330neo Deliveries Slowed by Quality Issue](https://aviation24news.com/airbus-a330neo-deliveries-slowed-by-quality-issue/): Airbus temporarily slowed A330neo deliveries after a stray tool was discovered inside the horizontal tail plane during a pre-delivery inspection. The manufacturer says the isolated quality issue has been resolved and deliveries have now resumed.
- [Emirates Upgrades Premium Economy With More Privacy](https://aviation24news.com/emirates-upgrades-premium-economy-with-more-privacy/): Emirates is presenting the next generation of its Premium Economy cabin. Electrically adjustable seats, a deployable privacy divider and new technology are set to bring the intermediate class even closer to Business Class.
- [Dangerous Goods Alert Forces Berlin Airport Terminal 1 Evacuation](https://aviation24news.com/dangerous-goods-alert-forces-berlin-airport-terminal-1-evacuation/): Terminal 1's public area was evacuated after a woman reported carrying an unidentified substance, causing delays while police investigated.
- [Icelandair’s Hekla Aurora Boeing 757 Scrapped in Spain](https://aviation24news.com/icelandairs-hekla-aurora-boeing-757-scrapped-in-spain/): Icelandair’s Hekla Aurora has been fully scrapped at Lleida–Alguaire Airport in Spain. The Boeing 757, registered TF-FIU, carried its distinctive northern lights livery for more than a decade before retiring in October 2025.
- [Air Canada Unveils Major International Expansion for Summer 2027](https://aviation24news.com/air-canada-unveils-major-international-expansion-for-summer-2027/): Air Canada is expanding its international network for summer 2027 with new routes connecting Canada to destinations across Europe, Asia and Latin America. The airline will introduce five new destinations while adding capacity on several existing routes, using a mix of different aircrafts.
- [Air France increases Cape Town–Paris service for 2026/27 season](https://aviation24news.com/air-france-increases-cape-town-paris-service-for-2026-27-season/): The French flag carrier will increase its seasonal service between Cape Town and Paris from three to five weekly flights as the season progresses.
- [airBaltic Cuts Routes and Puts Riga First in 2027 Survival Plan](https://aviation24news.com/airbaltic-cuts-routes-and-puts-riga-first-in-2027-survival-plan/): airBaltic’s summer 2027 schedule cuts routes across the Baltics while concentrating more flying through Riga. The strategy could improve aircraft utilisation and profitability, but the airline still needs to secure the financing required to complete its restructuring.
- [JetZero Secures Up to $100 Million in Funds to Advance Z4 Blended-Wing Aircraft](https://aviation24news.com/jetzero-secures-up-to-100-million-in-funds-to-advance-z4-blended-wing-aircraft/): JetZero has secured up to $100 million in new funding to advance its Z4 blended-wing aircraft, support the Jet1 demonstrator, and expand manufacturing operations in North Carolina.
- [JetBlue Unveils BlueFirst, Its First Domestic First Class](https://aviation24news.com/jetblue-unveils-bluefirst-its-first-domestic-first-class/): JetBlue has unveiled BlueFirst, its first domestic first-class product, featuring spacious recliners, upgraded entertainment, premium dining, and priority airport benefits across its domestic and Caribbean network.
- [NBAA Q2 Safety Data Highlights Engine and Collision Hazards](https://aviation24news.com/nbaa-q2-safety-data-highlights-engine-and-collision-hazards/): NBAA’s second-quarter safety review highlights powerplant failures, runway excursions, and takeoff and landing mishaps as key business aviation risks, underscoring the need for rigorous preparation, disciplined procedures, and proactive risk management.
- [Airlink withdraws FNB Stadium flyover as SACAA reviews Cape Town formation flight](https://aviation24news.com/airlink-withdraws-fnb-stadium-flyover-as-sacaa-reviews-cape-town-formation-flight/): Airlink has withdrawn its planned FNB Stadium flyover due to weather, while the SACAA continues analysing flight data from the controversial Cape Town formation flight.
- [Samaritan’s Purse Boeing 767 Carries 85,000 Pounds of Relief Toward Nepal](https://aviation24news.com/samaritans-purse-boeing-767-carries-85000-pounds-of-relief-toward-nepal/): Samaritan’s Purse Boeing 767-300F N367SP passed through Glasgow Prestwick on 31 August carrying nearly 85,000 pounds of emergency supplies towards Nepal. The aircraft has since reached Tbilisi but is yet to continue to Kathmandu.
- [Airbus Pushes Ahead with Plans for an A350-2000](https://aviation24news.com/airbus-pushes-ahead-with-plans-for-an-a350-2000/): Boeing continues to widen its lead in the long-haul market. With a stretched A350 variant, Airbus could eventually return to the 400-seat class and compete more directly with the Boeing 777-9.
- [LATAM Brazil A320 suffers Runway Excursion in Cascavel](https://aviation24news.com/latam-brazil-a320-suffers-runway-excursion-in-cascavel/): A LATAM Brasil Airbus A320 veered off the runway during landing at Cascavel Airport amid thunderstorm activity. The aircraft came to rest in the grass at the end of runway 15, with all 151 occupants safely evacuated and no injuries reported.
- [United Schedules First Airbus A321XLR Flights](https://aviation24news.com/united-schedules-first-airbus-a321xlr-flights/): United Airlines will introduce the Airbus A321XLR between Washington Dulles and San Diego from 9 September, followed by Los Angeles in October. The domestic flights will prepare crews for the aircraft’s first transatlantic services in December.
- [Stolen Cessna 172 Triggers Hungarian Military Response Near Nuclear Power Plant](https://aviation24news.com/stolen-cessna-172-triggers-hungarian-military-response-near-nuclear-power-plant/): A stolen Cessna 172 prompted the Hungarian military to scramble two Saab JAS 39 Gripen fighter jets after the aircraft flew towards the Paks Nuclear Power Plant. The flight ended minutes later with an emergency landing, and the 24-year-old suspect was arrested.
- [Airlink’s DHL Stadium Flypast Sparks Aviation Safety Debate](https://aviation24news.com/airlinks-dhl-stadium-flypast-sparks-aviation-safety-debate/): A dramatic low-level flypast by two Airlink Embraer E195 & E190 aircraft before the Springboks’ Test at DHL Stadium has sparked widespread debate across the aviation community.
- [Two Dead After Tropical Malaria Infections Linked to Frankfurt Main Airport](https://aviation24news.com/two-dead-after-tropical-malaria-infections-linked-to-frankfurt-main-airport/): Six employees working at Frankfurt Airport have been infected with malaria tropica, a potentially life-threatening tropical disease. Two of them have died, while the other four have since been discharged from hospital.
- [United Unveils Largest International Expansion in its history](https://aviation24news.com/united-unveils-largest-international-expansion-in-its-history/): United Airlines will launch flights to 10 new international destinations across Europe and Asia from spring 2027, marking the most ambitious network expansion in the airline’s history.
- [Another CEO, Another Reset: SAA’s leadership cycle continues](https://aviation24news.com/another-ceo-another-reset-saas-leadership-cycle-continues/): South African Airways’ latest executive reshuffle has revived concerns over the airline’s ability to maintain consistent leadership as it continues rebuilding its operations.
- [Qantas to Retire Airbus A380s Earlier Than Planned](https://aviation24news.com/qantas-to-retire-airbus-a380s-earlier-than-planned/): Qantas is bringing forward the retirement of its Airbus A380 fleet. The Australian airline plans to begin gradually phasing out its ten Superjumbos from 2028, around four years earlier than expected.
- [Qatar Airways Completes Boeing 787-8 Starlink Installations](https://aviation24news.com/qatar-airways-completes-boeing-787-8-starlink-installations/): Qatar Airways has completed Starlink installations across its Boeing 787-8 fleet, bringing its total number of Starlink-equipped widebody aircraft to 150.
- [SWISS Boeing 777 Diverted to Lajes Airport after Mayday Call](https://aviation24news.com/swiss-boeing-777-diverted-to-lejas-airport-after-mayday-call/):  A Swiss Boeing 777 diverted to the Azores after crew detected an unexplained odour in the cabin during a transatlantic flight. The aircraft landed safely, with six occupants receiving precautionary medical checks.
- [Airlink to launch direct Gqeberha–Mbombela service from November](https://aviation24news.com/airlink-to-launch-direct-gqeberha-mbombela-service-from-november/): Airlink will launch a new direct Gqeberha–Mbombela route on 16 November 2026, becoming the only scheduled non-stop air service between the Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga.
- [Scorpion Stings Passenger at Düsseldorf Airport After Flight From Kos](https://aviation24news.com/scorpion-stings-passenger-at-dusseldorf-airport-after-flight-from-kos/): Emergency services responded after a 52-year-old passenger was stung by a scorpion following her arrival on a flight from the Greek Island of Kos
- [SWISS Begins Final Phase of Airbus A220-100 Retirement as Smaller Variant Leaves Fleet](https://aviation24news.com/swiss-begins-final-phase-of-airbus-a220-100-retirement-as-smaller-variant-leaves-fleet/): SWISS is moving towards the end of its Airbus A220-100 operations, with the Swiss flag carrier beginning to permanently withdraw the smaller variant from its fleet.
- [Kenya Airways Flight KQ784 Leaves Cape Town’s Primary Runway Closed After Landing Incident](https://aviation24news.com/kenya-airways-flight-kq784-leaves-cape-towns-primary-runway-closed-after-landing-incident/): Cape Town International Airport experienced one of its most significant operational disruptions in recent months after a Kenya Airways flight suffered a tyre failure shortly after landing.
- [Leipzig/Halle Airport Reopens After Overnight Security Incident Suspended Operations](https://aviation24news.com/leipzig-halle-airport-reopens-after-overnight-security-incident-suspended-operations/): All flights at Leipzig/Halle Airport were temporarily suspended overnight following a security incident involving the reported sighting of a drone.
- [Lufthansa Cuts Profit Outlook After Fuel Costs Hit Second-Quarter Earnings](https://aviation24news.com/lufthansa-cuts-profit-outlook-after-fuel-costs-hit-second-quarter-earnings/): Lufthansa Group has reported a sharp decline in second-quarter earnings despite continued strong demand for air travel, as soaring fuel prices weighed on profitability.
- [WestJet Returns to Normal Operations Following Brief but Disruptive Cabin Crew Strike](https://aviation24news.com/westjet-returns-to-normal-operations-following-brief-but-disruptive-cabin-crew-strike/): Operations across WestJet’s network were brought to a standstill after approximately 4,400 cabin crew members commenced strike action.
- [British Airways A320 Encounters Stall Warning During Heathrow Airport Approach](https://aviation24news.com/british-airways-a320-encounters-stall-warning-during-heathrow-airport-approach/): A British Airways Airbus A320 was involved in a serious in-flight incident while approaching London Heathrow after an Air Data Reference System failure.
- [Plane Crash in Springfield, Ohio: No Injuries Reported](https://aviation24news.com/plane-crash-in-springfield-ohio-no-injuries-reported/): A single-engine aircraft was involved in an accident at Springfield–Beckley Municipal Airport after what investigators believe may have been a mechanical malfunction.
- [FAA Signals Boeing 737 MAX 7 and MAX 10 Certification is Near](https://aviation24news.com/faa-signals-boeing-737-max-7-and-max-10-certification-is-near/): After years of delays and regulatory scrutiny, the Boeing 737 MAX 7 and MAX 10 have moved a significant step closer to entering commercial service.
- [Airbus to Stop Actively Marketing the A319neo](https://aviation24news.com/airbus-to-stop-actively-marketing-the-a319neo/): Airbus will no longer actively market the A319neo to airlines, citing low demand for the smallest member of the A320neo family.

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