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Cathay Pacific flight attendants rushed to catch the bird inside aircraft

In the midst of a routine Cathay Pacific flight from Hong Kong to London, A curious bird had somehow found inside the aircraft, causing a momentary commotion and piquing the interest of everyone on board.

A video of the flight was shared on social media, showing cabin personnel scrambling and jumping in an attempt to capture the joyriding bird.

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As the bird soared and swooped through the cabin, the flight attendants sprang into action, displaying their quick thinking and professionalism. Passengers watched with a mix of curiosity and amusement as the dedicated crew members coordinated their efforts to capture the airborne intruder.

The bird, seemingly unaware of the chaos it had caused, fluttered towards the back of the aircraft, eliciting a collective gasp from the passengers. Flight attendants swiftly adjusted their strategy, anticipating the bird’s next move.

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With a flurry of coordinated movements, the cabin crew redirected the bird’s flight path towards the front, near the cockpit. Armed with blankets and determination, they gathered in a strategic formation, ready to seize the moment.

The cabin erupted with spontaneous applause and laughter, filling the air with a contagious sense of joy. Passengers exchanged amused glances and cheered for the flight attendants who had transformed a potentially disruptive situation into an impromptu spectacle.

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Sanctions & Engine Issues Ground Half of Russia’s A320neo fleet

Russia’s aviation sector, already strained by Western sanctions, faces another setback as nearly half of its Airbus A320neo family aircraft are grounded due to unresolved engine issues.

This development highlights the growing challenges for russia commercial aircraft in maintaining their fleets under the weight of global restrictions and limited access to spare parts.

Out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo jets in Russia, 34 are now out of service, according to the Kommersant business newspaper. These planes are powered by engines manufactured by Pratt & Whitney, a subsidiary of RTX Corporation.

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The engines are affected by a previously identified defect in the metal used for certain parts, prompting accelerated inspections and maintenance.

Sanctions have compounded the issue, blocking the supply of essential components from major manufacturers like Boeing and Airbus. Without proper maintenance, experts warn that these aircraft may face decommissioning as early as 2026.

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Airlines like S7, which operates a significant portion of these grounded jets, plan to conserve the engines for future use during peak travel seasons. However, reports suggest that over 20 of S7’s Airbus planes have engines that have already reached the end of their operational lifespan. Recently, russia seeks assistance from kazakhstan’s airlines to bolster its domestic flights.

While some A320neo and A321neo planes in Russia are equipped with French-made LEAP engines, which are seen as less problematic, the challenges remain daunting.

The situation underscores the long-term impact of sanctions on Russia’s aviation sector and the increasing difficulties in keeping its modern fleets operational.