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Revised Flight Duty Norms To Be Implemented From June 2025: Airlines Inform Aviation Body
Two major airlines IndiGo and Air India have told aviation regulator DGCA that the revised flight duty norms for pilots can be implemented only in a phased manner starting from June next year, according to sources.
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Air India Pilot Detects Fuel Leak During Final Pre-Flight Inspection, Averts Tragedy
A potential tragedy was averted at the Chennai Airport on Wednesday when the pilot of an Air India flight travelling from Chennai to Singapore detected a possible fuel leak during the final pre-flight inspection.
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Pilot Reveals The Truth Behind The Mysterious 'Ding' Sounds On Flights
These sounds are used to communicate with flight attendants during key moments, such as takeoff, reaching 10,000 feet, and preparing for landing.
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Passenger Attempts To Hijack Mexican Plane And Divert It To US After Attacking Flight Attendant
The pilot quickly responded by diverting the plane to Guadalajara, where the Mexican National Guard arrested the suspect.
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Watch: At 102, Woman Achieves Lifelong Dream Of Visiting All 7 Continents
The 102-year-old travelled in business class on a Qantas flight, where she was honoured by the pilots and crew before takeoff.
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Scientists Test Mobile Tower-Based GPS Signals That Could Help Pilots in Emergency Situations
Scientists are developing a navigation system that uses mobile signals as an emergency backup for pilots when GPS systems fail. Tested with high-altitude weather balloons, the system detects signals from cell towers and satellites, providing crucial data for navigation. Although challenges remain, early results indicate its potential to revolutioni...
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Retiring Pilot's Last Flight With Daughter As Co-Pilot Captures Hearts In Viral Video
The video begins with the pilot addressing passengers and crew, reflecting on the conclusion of his 32-year career with the airline.
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Air India Flight From Paris Diverted To Jaipur, Fliers Sent To Delhi On Bus
The diversion of a Paris-New Delhi Air India flight to Jaipur and the pilots' refusal to fly further after completing their duty hours sparked chaos on Monday as several passengers were left stranded for many hours and sent to Delhi on a bus.
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IndiGo Pilot Surprises Wife With Heartwarming Announcement Mid-Flight, Internet Loves It
His heartfelt announcement included a sweet message, acknowledging her presence on the flight and letting passengers know how much she meant to him.
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India’s Gaganyaan Mission Postponed to 2026 as ISRO Focuses on Safety, Testing, and Astronaut Training
India’s Gaganyaan mission, originally slated for 2025, is now expected to launch in 2026 as ISRO prioritises crew safety and thorough system testing. The revised schedule includes four uncrewed test flights, beginning with a December 2023 mission. These tests will validate technologies essential for safe manned space travel, including crew escape...
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More Flights Receive Bomb Threats, Emergency Landing Protocols Activated
Several flights across India received bomb threats yet again today, prompting the authorities to activate emergency protocols and pilots to land their aircraft before reaching their destinations.
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Sri Lankan Pilot Locks Woman Colleague Out Of Cockpit Over Toilet Break
A pilot locked a woman co-pilotout of the cockpit of a Sydney-Colombo Sri Lankan Airlines flight when shetook a mid-air toilet break.
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Exclusive: How Air India Express Pilots Handled Mid-Air Scare Over Trichy
A report of hydraulic failure from a Tiruchirappalli-Sharjah Air India Express flight and its subsequent holding pattern may have caused panic on the ground, but things were always under control inside the cockpit, senior sources told NDTV.
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Alaska Airlines Flight Diverted After Pilot's Shocking Confession: ''Not Certified To Land"
The pilot revealed over the intercom that he was not certified to land at that specific airport
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"UFOs Dancing": Boeing Pilot Captures Breathtaking Footage Of Mysterious Objects In Sky
The Captain said that he witnessed an extremely vivid, star-like object that appeared to be 'dancing' in the sky.
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Revised Flight Duty Norms To Be Implemented From June 2025: Airlines Inform Aviation Body
Two major airlines IndiGo and Air India have told aviation regulator DGCA that the revised flight duty norms for pilots can be implemented only in a phased manner starting from June next year, according to sources.
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Air India Pilot Detects Fuel Leak During Final Pre-Flight Inspection, Averts Tragedy
A potential tragedy was averted at the Chennai Airport on Wednesday when the pilot of an Air India flight travelling from Chennai to Singapore detected a possible fuel leak during the final pre-flight inspection.
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Pilot Reveals The Truth Behind The Mysterious 'Ding' Sounds On Flights
These sounds are used to communicate with flight attendants during key moments, such as takeoff, reaching 10,000 feet, and preparing for landing.
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Passenger Attempts To Hijack Mexican Plane And Divert It To US After Attacking Flight Attendant
The pilot quickly responded by diverting the plane to Guadalajara, where the Mexican National Guard arrested the suspect.
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Watch: At 102, Woman Achieves Lifelong Dream Of Visiting All 7 Continents
The 102-year-old travelled in business class on a Qantas flight, where she was honoured by the pilots and crew before takeoff.
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Scientists Test Mobile Tower-Based GPS Signals That Could Help Pilots in Emergency Situations
Scientists are developing a navigation system that uses mobile signals as an emergency backup for pilots when GPS systems fail. Tested with high-altitude weather balloons, the system detects signals from cell towers and satellites, providing crucial data for navigation. Although challenges remain, early results indicate its potential to revolutioni...
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Retiring Pilot's Last Flight With Daughter As Co-Pilot Captures Hearts In Viral Video
The video begins with the pilot addressing passengers and crew, reflecting on the conclusion of his 32-year career with the airline.
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Air India Flight From Paris Diverted To Jaipur, Fliers Sent To Delhi On Bus
The diversion of a Paris-New Delhi Air India flight to Jaipur and the pilots' refusal to fly further after completing their duty hours sparked chaos on Monday as several passengers were left stranded for many hours and sent to Delhi on a bus.
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IndiGo Pilot Surprises Wife With Heartwarming Announcement Mid-Flight, Internet Loves It
His heartfelt announcement included a sweet message, acknowledging her presence on the flight and letting passengers know how much she meant to him.
-
India’s Gaganyaan Mission Postponed to 2026 as ISRO Focuses on Safety, Testing, and Astronaut Training
India’s Gaganyaan mission, originally slated for 2025, is now expected to launch in 2026 as ISRO prioritises crew safety and thorough system testing. The revised schedule includes four uncrewed test flights, beginning with a December 2023 mission. These tests will validate technologies essential for safe manned space travel, including crew escape...
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More Flights Receive Bomb Threats, Emergency Landing Protocols Activated
Several flights across India received bomb threats yet again today, prompting the authorities to activate emergency protocols and pilots to land their aircraft before reaching their destinations.
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Sri Lankan Pilot Locks Woman Colleague Out Of Cockpit Over Toilet Break
A pilot locked a woman co-pilotout of the cockpit of a Sydney-Colombo Sri Lankan Airlines flight when shetook a mid-air toilet break.
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Exclusive: How Air India Express Pilots Handled Mid-Air Scare Over Trichy
A report of hydraulic failure from a Tiruchirappalli-Sharjah Air India Express flight and its subsequent holding pattern may have caused panic on the ground, but things were always under control inside the cockpit, senior sources told NDTV.
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Alaska Airlines Flight Diverted After Pilot's Shocking Confession: ''Not Certified To Land"
The pilot revealed over the intercom that he was not certified to land at that specific airport
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"UFOs Dancing": Boeing Pilot Captures Breathtaking Footage Of Mysterious Objects In Sky
The Captain said that he witnessed an extremely vivid, star-like object that appeared to be 'dancing' in the sky.
