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UK Aviation Hits Record 81 Million Passengers in Spring 2025 Amid Strong Growth

Aviation Today News Desk / September 11, 2025

London, United Kingdom: The UK aviation industry has reached new heights, with a record 81 million passengers traveling through its

San Francisco, United States: September 3, 2025: Two United Airlines aircraft were involved in a ground collision at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) on the evening of September 2, 2025, prompting flight cancellations and FAA scrutiny. According to airport officials, United Flight 1871, en route to Denver, struck the tail of United Flight 796, which was parked at the gate preparing for departure to Boston. The incident occurred during the pushback maneuver and took place in an area outside air traffic control supervision. Both planes were immediately returned to their gates for safety inspections, and all passengers were safely disembarked. No injuries were reported. The collision caused both flights to be canceled, leading to delays amid a busy evening schedule at the airport. The aircraft involved were both Boeing 737 MAX 9 models. Flight 796 had been delivered to United Airlines only a few months earlier. This incident adds to a growing series of ground collisions at SFO, including a wingtip collision in May 2025 involving United flights bound for Sydney and Hong Kong. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has confirmed that it is investigating the latest occurrence to determine its cause and implement measures to prevent similar events in the future. United Airlines has not yet released a detailed statement but is cooperating with investigators and conducting internal safety reviews. Ground collisions, though typically less severe than in-flight incidents, pose risks to aircraft integrity, passenger safety, and flight schedules, making airport ground operations and pushback coordination a priority for aviation authorities. Passengers affected by the canceled flights were offered alternate arrangements, and United Airlines is reportedly working to minimize further disruption.

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Two United Airlines Jets Collide on Ground at San Francisco Airport, FAA Investigates

Aviation Today News Desk / September 4, 2025

San Francisco, United States: September 3, 2025: Two United Airlines aircraft were involved in a ground collision at San Francisco

Mumbai, India: An Air India flight from Mumbai to Jodhpur was forced to abort its take-off on Friday after the cockpit crew detected an operational issue during the departure roll. The aircraft, operating as Flight AI645, was returned safely to the bay, according to the airline. Air India said in a statement that the pilots acted in line with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and discontinued the take-off as a precautionary measure. Passengers were deplaned and provided with alternative travel arrangements to reach their destination. Ground staff assisted passengers during the delay to minimize inconvenience. A passenger told PTI, cited by Hindustan Times, that the aircraft came to a halt suddenly after rolling for take-off, which created concern among those onboard. The passenger suggested that an engine-related problem might have caused the stoppage, though the airline has described it more broadly as an “operational issue.” The incident follows another disruption earlier in the week when Air India’s Zurich–Delhi flight (AI152) was cancelled on August 17 after a technical snag. Zurich Airport’s strict night curfew compounded the cancellation, forcing the airline to arrange hotel accommodation and offer either rescheduling or refunds for stranded passengers. Since its privatization in January 2022, Air India has stepped up inspections of its aircraft fleet. While these checks have not revealed systemic faults, they have occasionally led to flight delays and cancellations. The airline maintains that these measures are aimed at strengthening operational reliability and ensuring passenger safety, even if they result in temporary disruptions.

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Air India Flight to Jodhpur Aborts Take-Off at Mumbai Airport Over Operational Issue

Aviation Today News Desk / August 23, 2025

Mumbai, India: An Air India flight from Mumbai to Jodhpur was forced to abort its take-off on Friday after the

Airports

BCAS Issues Security Alert for Airports in India Warning of Possible Terror Threat

Aviation Today News Desk / August 7, 2025

New Delhi, India: All airports across India have been placed on high alert following a directive issued by the Bureau

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