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A near-collision between 2 planes in Austin prompts an FAA investigation

A near-collision between 2 planes in Austin prompts an FAA investigation

The Federal Aviation Administration reported that a Southwest Airlines plane was given the go-ahead to depart from the same runway at an airport in Austin, Texas, forcing a FedEx cargo plane to alter its course during an attempted landing.

On Saturday morning, the FedEx plane was given the go-ahead to land while still a distance away from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, the FAA reported. The Southwest flight was given the all clear to depart by an air traffic controller just before the FedEx plane was scheduled to land.

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The incident happened when Austin-Bergstrom International Airport air traffic controllers authorised a FedEx cargo plane to land on the same runway that a Southwest passenger plane was authorised to take off on. Once the error was discovered, the FedEx jet aborted its landing and climbed back to its original height.

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According to a statement from the Federal Aviation Administration, “the pilot of the FedEx jet abandoned the landing and commenced a climb out.” A FedEx spokeswoman later told the reporters that their plane also made a safe landing after the incident, and the Southwest plane was able to take off without problem.

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The incident was described as a “potential runway incursion and overflight” in a tweet by the National Transportation Safety Board. Flightradar24’s flight data reveals the two aircraft approaching one another on the runway.

In a statement, FedEx claimed that their cargo plane from Memphis safely touched down at the airport “after encountering an occurrence.” According to FlightAware data, the Southwest Airlines flight departed Austin 15 minutes later than expected but made an early arrival in Cancun, Mexico.

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Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

Air India Rolls Out A350s for Delhi-New York JFK and Newark Routes

In a major development for North American travelers, Air India has announced the deployment of its state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 aircraft on two key routes: Delhi to New York and Delhi to Newark.

The service on the Delhi-New York route will commence on November 1, 2024, while the Delhi-Newark route will see its inaugural flight on January 2, 2025.

The introduction of the air india a350 will bring significant enhancements to Air India’s offerings, particularly with the launch of its Premium Economy class. air india retrofit This new class will feature 24 wide seats arranged in a 2-4-2 configuration, providing passengers with extra legroom and a more comfortable flying experience.

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“We are encouraged by the positive guest feedback we have received from the domestic deployment of our air india a350 interior to offer our hero product on the Delhi-New York JFK and Delhi-Newark routes. This is a significant leap forward for our U.S. operations that also underscores our commitment to continuous improvement,” said Campbell Wilson, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of Air India.

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The A350’s Business class will set new standards with 28 private suites, each equipped with full-flat beds, direct aisle access, and personal wardrobes. Economy class will be configured to accommodate 264 passengers in a 3-4-3 layout. Across all cabins, passengers will enjoy the latest Panasonic eX3 in-flight entertainment system, offering over 2,200 hours of content.

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This strategic deployment marks a notable enhancement in Air India’s U.S. operations, with 60% of its flights to the U.S. now featuring new or upgraded cabin interiors. The air india new international routes currently operates 51 weekly flights to five U.S. destinations: New York JFK, Newark, Washington DC, Chicago, and San Francisco.

The revamped cabins, advanced in-flight entertainment systems, and improved service standards represent air india wifi commitment to providing a superior travel experience. “We believe this enhanced offering will solidify Air India’s position as a leading carrier and attract travellers seeking a world-class flying experience between India and the United States,” the airline stated.

Seats on these flights are now available for booking on Air India’s website, mobile app, and through travel agents, ensuring that passengers can easily plan their journeys on these newly upgraded routes.

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