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Pilot Makes 360-Degree Turn Mid-Flight to Let Passengers View Northern Lights

Pilot Makes 360-Degree Turn Mid-Flight to Let Passengers View Northern Lights

A 360-degree spin was made by an EasyJet flight so that its passengers could view an “incredible show” of the northern lights as it passed over the northernmost point of the UK.

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Following the pilot’s decision to make the circular turn on Monday night’s flight U21806 from Iceland’s Reykjavik to Manchester Airport, passengers had the opportunity to take photos of the celestial display.

After less than ten minutes, the controlled detour to the west of the Faroe Islands took place. According to flight tracking website Flightradar24.com, the Airbus A320 was travelling at just under 500 mph and at an altitude of 37,000 feet (11,000 metres) around 8:30 p.m.

The amazing pictures were shared on social media by several passengers.

EasyJet stated in a statement that it was “pleased that the captain on our flight from Reykjavik to Manchester yesterday evening was able to perform a controlled [manoeuvre] to allow passengers to enjoy a magnificent show from the air of one of nature’s finest sights, the Aurora Borealis.”

In addition to always going above and above for our customers, our staff is overjoyed to have been able to provide them with this once-in-a-lifetime chance to see the northern lights.

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

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.

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