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Flybe plane plunges 500 feet in 18 seconds after autopilot set to 'altitude zero'

November 8, 2018

Flybe plane plunges 500 feet in 18 seconds after autopilot set to 'altitude zero'

Flight crew say they 'became visual with the ground.'

American Airlines to offer early boarding for passengers with nut allergies

November 8, 2018

American Airlines to offer early boarding for passengers with nut allergies

In just a few weeks, American Airlines passengers with nut allergies will be invited to board their flights early to wipe down their seating areas to avoid possible exposure to allergens.

Delta flight encounters ‘unmanned aircraft’ near Boston airport

November 7, 2018

Delta flight encounters ‘unmanned aircraft’ near Boston airport

The aircraft was spotted 15 miles from the airport.

Violinist claims Southwest Airlines forced him to leave flight after he refused to check $80,000 instrument

November 7, 2018

Violinist claims Southwest Airlines forced him to leave flight after he refused to check $80,000 instrument

One accomplished musician’s relationship with Southwest Airlines has hit a sour note.

Passenger recounts 'traumatizing' nut allergy from flight, demands airline changes

November 7, 2018

Passenger recounts 'traumatizing' nut allergy from flight, demands airline changes

This Aussie mother’s kids feared she would die during a terrifying situation on a flight. Now she’s calling for urgent changes.

Ryanair fires 6 crew members for 'staging' viral photo of staff sleeping on airport floor in Spain

November 7, 2018

Ryanair fires 6 crew members for 'staging' viral photo of staff sleeping on airport floor in Spain

A Ryanair crew that was allegedly part of a staged viral photo was canned by the airline.

Indonesian airline delays flight after passengers argue with staff over smell of durian fruit in cargo

November 7, 2018

Indonesian airline delays flight after passengers argue with staff over smell of durian fruit in cargo

The situation inside the cabin reportedly became so bad that passengers and crew almost came “to blows,” according to The Jakarta Post.

Australian veterans don't want Virgin's airline perks

November 6, 2018

Australian veterans don't want Virgin's airline perks

"American nonsense. Will not fly Virgin if this goes ahead.”

Delta apologizes after customer was 'covered' in dog poop from seat

November 6, 2018

Delta apologizes after customer was 'covered' in dog poop from seat

In the days since the story made headlines, Matthew Meehan says he has been contacted by "dozens of lawyers" interested in taking on the case.

Southwest Airlines passenger arrested for 'erratic behavior' had allegedly attacked flight attendant, passenger claims

November 6, 2018

Southwest Airlines passenger arrested for 'erratic behavior' had allegedly attacked flight attendant, passenger claims

The unidentified flyer caused a commotion on Flight 864 from Fort Lauderdale.