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ANA Boeing 737 aircraft suffers cockpit window crack in the midair

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On Saturday, a domestic flight operated by Japan’s All Nippon Airways (ANA) made a precautionary return to its departure airport after the discovery of a crack on the cockpit window of the Boeing 737-800 aircraft mid-flight, according to an airline spokesperson.

Flight 1182, originally en route to Toyama airport, turned back to Sapporo-New Chitose airport after the crack was identified on the outermost layer of the cockpit’s four-layered windows. The airline confirmed that none of the 59 passengers and six crew members onboard sustained injuries during the incident.

The spokesperson clarified that the identified crack did not impact the flight’s control or pressurization systems. Notably, this event is distinct from the recent incidents involving Boeing aircraft, particularly the 737 MAX 9 planes, which gained attention after an Alaska Airlines flight experienced a blowout resulting in a significant hole in the fuselage last Saturday.

In response, the US aviation regulator extended the grounding of Boeing 737 MAX 9 airplanes indefinitely for additional safety assessments and announced enhanced oversight of Boeing’s operations.

In a statement, Boeing expressed its support for the FAA’s decision and pledged full cooperation, emphasizing their commitment to reinforcing quality and safety measures across their production system.

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PIA Reinstates Manchester and Paris Routes After EU Ban Lift

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has announced plans to resume flights to Europe starting in January, beginning with Paris as its first destination.

The decision follows the European Union Aviation Safety Agency’s (EASA) removal of a long-standing ban on the airline. PIA’s inaugural flight to Paris is scheduled for January 10, with bookings opening on December 9.

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In an official statement, PIA spokesperson Abdullah Hafeez Khan confirmed that the first flight schedule has been approved, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s recovery efforts. The EU ban had previously cost PIA approximately Rs40 billion ($144 million) annually in lost revenue, compounding its financial struggles.

With European operations restarting, PIA is now setting its sights on the United Kingdom. The airline plans to seek approval from the UK Department for Transport (DfT) to resume flights to major British cities such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham.

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These routes are anticipated to see high demand once necessary clearances are obtained. The lifting of the EU ban represents a key achievement for PIA as it works to rebuild its international network and regain its standing in the global aviation market.

By restoring flights to Europe and aiming for UK destinations, PIA is taking critical steps toward recovering lost ground and improving its financial outlook.