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Alaska Airline, FedEx Jet Nearly Collide During Landing At Newark, Probe Underway

Aviation Today News Desk / March 22, 2026

Newark, United States: A serious aviation safety incident is under investigation in the United States after an Alaska Airlines passenger […]

Investigation

AAIB Flags Safety Reporting Gaps, Seeks DGCA SMS Review After IndiGo Near-Miss

Aviation Today News Desk / January 11, 2026

New Delhi, India: India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has recommended a comprehensive one-time inspection of airlines’ safety management systems

Investigation

South Korea Approves Independent Probe Into Deadly Jeju Air Crash That Killed 179

Aviation Today News Desk / December 30, 2025

Seoul, South Korea: South Korea’s National Assembly has passed legislation to establish an independent parliamentary investigation into the December 2024

London, United Kingdom: On October 12, 2025, a DHL-operated Airbus A300 (registration D-AEAG) suffering a tailstrike during a go-around at London Heathrow Airport on October 12, 2025, has garnered significant attention. Flight QY2212 from Leipzig was attempting to land on Runway 09L when the aircraft experienced a tailstrike. Despite deploying thrust reversers and spoilers, the pilots initiated a go-around, a maneuver that typically requires the reversal of these systems. The aircraft then climbed to 4,500 feet and safely landed on Runway 09R approximately 17 minutes later. Some experts speculate that improper cargo loading or shifting could have contributed to the instability during landing. Others point to pilot-induced factors, noting the significant nose-up inputs observed during the approach. A video capturing the incident has been widely shared, providing visual insight into the aircraft's approach and subsequent go-around. The footage has sparked discussions about the appropriateness of the go-around decision given the deployment of reverse thrust and spoilers. While the aircraft landed safely, the incident has prompted a review of the procedures and decisions made during the approach and go-around phases. Further investigations may provide more clarity on the factors leading to this unusual incident.

Incidents

DHL A300 Suffers Tail Strike, Executes Go-Around And Lands Safely At London Heathrow

Aviation Today News Desk / October 13, 2025

London, United Kingdom: On October 12, 2025, a DHL-operated Airbus A300 (registration D-AEAG) suffering a tail strike during a go-around

Washington, United States: The family of a passenger killed in January’s midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has filed the first federal lawsuit over the disaster, naming American Airlines, its regional affiliate PSA Airlines, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and the U.S. Army as defendants. The complaint, filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court, comes from Rachel Crafton, whose husband, Casey Crafton, was among the 67 people killed when American Eagle Flight 5342 collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter on January 29. The crash, which occurred at low altitude just half a mile from the runway, killed all 64 people aboard the Embraer E175 regional jet and all three Army crew members on the helicopter. Crafton’s lawsuit accuses the defendants of negligence and wrongful death, arguing that the tragedy was both predictable and preventable. The 115-page filing cites more than 30 documented near misses in the crowded D.C. airspace that, according to the suit, were ignored by regulators and operators. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) preliminary findings indicate insufficient vertical separation, estimated at just 75 feet, and highlight a history of over 15,000 near-misses between aircraft and helicopters in the area from 2021 to 2024, many occurring at night or above designated altitudes. The NTSB has recommended that the FAA restrict helicopter operations near DCA during active runway use and designate safer routes to prevent future collisions. The full investigation is ongoing, with a final report expected in 2026. “The defendants utterly failed in their responsibilities to protect passengers, crew, and the public,” the complaint alleges. It further faults American and PSA for inadequate pilot training, the FAA for failing to redesign or better monitor congested flight paths into Reagan National, and the Army for not preventing its aircraft from entering civilian approach corridors. The suit also highlights alleged air traffic control failures, including the absence of timely safety alerts that could have helped avoid the collision. This federal filing follows earlier Federal Tort Claims Act notices submitted by Crafton in February, seeking $250 million in damages from the FAA and the Army. Those claims are a legal prerequisite to suing the U.S. government, which typically enjoys sovereign immunity unless exceptions apply. The FAA responded with a statement of condolences, noting that it had “acted decisively” since the crash to improve safety over the capital region and pledged full cooperation with the ongoing National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation. The Army declined to comment, citing the active investigation, but said it remains focused on supporting victims’ families. American Airlines and PSA signaled they would defend themselves in court, pointing to their overall safety record. The Crafton case is expected to be a bellwether lawsuit, with other families of victims likely to join or file their own claims in the coming months. The NTSB’s final accident report, expected in 2026, will likely shape the scope of liability across all parties.

Investigation

Widow of Passenger Sues American Airlines, FAA, Army Over Deadly D.C. Collision

Aviation Today News Desk / September 25, 2025

Washington, United States: The family of a passenger killed in January’s midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport has

Bangkok, Thailand: The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has suspended Nok Air’s international flight operations and barred the airline from expanding its route network, citing non-compliance with safety regulations. Nok Air has been without international service since the 2024–2025 winter season. Earlier this year, the airline had submitted an advance winter timetable planning to recommence daily flights to Nanning, Nanjing, and Zhengzhou in China, as well as Hyderabad in India, starting 27 October 2025, extending through the winter schedule. However, this plan was derailed by a CAAT decision on 28 August 2025. The agency cited a troubling series of safety incidents including engine shut-downs mid-air, hard landings, and runway excursions occurring between 2023 and 2025. Reports from outlets such as The Nation and Bangkok Post indicate CAAT is also concerned by a wave of staff resignations including pilots, instructors, and safety inspectors that may threaten the airline’s safety oversight and institutional experience. This intervention comes just ahead of an ICAO audit of Thailand's aviation safety framework, scheduled from 27 August to 8 September 2025. The CAAT's move is viewed as aimed at enforcing compliance with international standards. Meanwhile, Nok Air’s CEO has stated that the airline had already voluntarily ceased international services in June 2025 during the low travel season, and emphasized that domestic operations continue unchanged under CAAT supervision. The CAAT suspension remains in effect until Nok Air can demonstrate corrective safety measures; reports say the authority has allowed just one week for the airline to submit remedial plans.

Airlines

CAAT Grounds Nok Air’s International Flights for Safety, Domestic Services Continue

Aviation Today News Desk / September 2, 2025

Bangkok, Thailand: The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has suspended Nok Air’s international flight operations and barred the airline

Titusville, Florida: A small training aircraft carrying a flight instructor and a student pilot crashed Friday afternoon near Space Coast Regional Airport, leaving both occupants injured and prompting an emergency response from multiple agencies. The crash occurred around 2:13 p.m. on August 15, 2025, when the aircraft went down in a wooded area just west of the airport and north of Shepard Drive, according to the Titusville Police Department and Titusville Fire Department. Both the instructor and the student were able to call 911 from inside the downed plane. Emergency crews from Titusville Fire, Titusville Police, and Brevard County Fire Rescue rushed to the scene and located the damaged aircraft in the wooded terrain. Authorities said one of the occupants sustained serious injuries, while the other suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Both were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Their names and the exact nature of their injuries have not yet been released. The pair were engaged in a training flight when the crash occurred. A spokesperson for the Titusville Police confirmed that the two victims were conscious and responsive when emergency responders reached them. The cause of the accident remains under investigation. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have been notified and are expected to take over the probe into the crash. So far, neither agency has released details on what might have led to the aircraft going down. Investigators are expected to examine flight conditions, pilot communications, and the maintenance history of the aircraft. Residents near Shepard Drive reported hearing emergency sirens and seeing multiple rescue vehicles heading toward the crash site. Local media outlets, including Florida Today, confirmed that two people were injured and that the aircraft came down near the airport perimeter. As the FAA and NTSB begin their formal investigation, officials are urging the public to avoid speculation until official findings are released. Updates on the condition of the instructor and student pilot are expected once their families have been notified.

Aircraft Crashes

Titusville Plane Crash Leaves Two Injured Near Space Coast Regional Airport, Florida

Aviation Today News Desk / August 18, 2025

Florida, United States: A small training aircraft carrying a flight instructor and a student pilot crashed Friday afternoon near Space

Air safety investigation

Alaska Airline, FedEx Jet Nearly Collide During Landing At Newark, Probe Underway

AAIB Flags Safety Reporting Gaps, Seeks DGCA SMS Review After IndiGo Near-Miss

South Korea Approves Independent Probe Into Deadly Jeju Air Crash That Killed 179

DHL A300 Suffers Tail Strike, Executes Go-Around And Lands Safely At London Heathrow

Widow of Passenger Sues American Airlines, FAA, Army Over Deadly D.C. Collision

CAAT Grounds Nok Air’s International Flights for Safety, Domestic Services Continue

Titusville Plane Crash Leaves Two Injured Near Space Coast Regional Airport, Florida

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