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A cat snuck into a Delta passenger’s suitcase and was found by TSA in an X-ray

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At JFK Airport, a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employee was astonished to discover something strange-and alive in a man’s suitcase.

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On November 16, TSA agents spotted a cat’s outline in an X-ray image taken while screening a traveler’s bag. After the luggage had gone through the X-ray machine at JFK Airport, “a @TSA officer was astonished to find an orange cat inside a checked bag,” Farbstein wrote in a tweet on November 22.

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The stowaway cat, according to Farbstein’s post, belonged to another member of the passenger’s household and was “safely back home.” The cat’s rust-colored fur could be seen poking out from the suitcase’s zipper in a photo that Farbstein tweeted.

A @TSA officer was shocked to find an orange cat inside a checked bag at @JFKairport after it went through the X-ray unit. Traveler said the cat belonged to someone else in his household. On the bright side, the cat’s out of the bag and safely back home. pic.twitter.com/5XZVJLaZNm

— Lisa Farbstein, TSA Spokesperson (@TSA_Northeast) November 22, 2022

TSA agents then contacted Delta, the airline on which the person was scheduled to fly, according to Farbstein in the Washington Post report. The passenger was bound for Orlando, Florida.

Through November 23, the TSA shared several photographs of the incident on Twitter. One X-ray imaging clearly showed a glowing red outline of the cat, as well as numerous of the passenger’s items, including wine glasses and bottles, as well as flip flops. Another image showed the agent opening the suitcase, which had the cat curled up inside.

We’re letting the cat out of the bag on a hiss-toric find. This CATch had our baggage screening officers @JFKairport saying, “Come on meow”! Feline like you have travel questions reach out to our furiends @AskTSA. They’re available every day, from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. (ET). pic.twitter.com/LpIkLbAgzC

— TSA (@TSA) November 22, 2022

The official TSA website states that animals shouldn’t be sent through the screening process’ X-ray tunnel.

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Air India to Launch aircraft maintenance training institute in Bengaluru

Air India, one of India’s leading global airlines, is set to establish a Basic Maintenance Training Organization (BMTO) in Bengaluru.

This institute will offer a comprehensive Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) program certified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The program will follow an integrated 2+2 year structure, combining classroom learning with practical, hands-on training.

This initiative is part of Air India’s broader goal of creating a robust aviation ecosystem in India. With plans to expand its fleet and strengthen its operations, the airline aims to build a skilled workforce of maintenance engineers, making the organization self-reliant while supporting its ambitious transformation journey.

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To bring this vision to life, air india has partnered with Bengaluru Airport City Limited (BACL), a subsidiary of Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL). Together, they will develop a state-of-the-art facility spanning 86,000 square feet at Bengaluru Airport City.

This purpose-built campus will feature modern classrooms, well-equipped laboratories, and qualified trainers to deliver world-class education and training. The institute is expected to become operational by mid-2026.

The BMTO will be located close to Air India’s new 12-bay Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility, also set to open in Bengaluru by early 2026. The AME program will begin with two years of academic coursework, followed by two years of practical training at the MRO, ensuring students receive hands-on experience adhering to industry standards.

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In the meantime, Air India has introduced a Cadet AME program in collaboration with reputable institutions in Bengaluru and Hyderabad.

This ensures continuity in its commitment to developing skilled aircraft maintenance engineers while the BMTO facility is under construction. The program also allows students to pursue a bachelor’s degree through university partnerships, enhancing their career and academic opportunities.

With this initiative, air india plane aims to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in aircraft maintenance and engineering, air india new planes contributing to the development of India’s aviation sector and creating specialized career paths for aspiring engineers.