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Hero father dies saving passengers in train attack

The grieving family of Darren Pencille, who bravely intervened during a violent train attack, speaks out as they thank the public for their overwhelming support following his tragic death.

US FAA Faces Shutdown Threat That Could Ground Flights

Exclusive: The Federal Aviation Administration could face catastrophic shutdown within days, forcing flight reductions and airport closures that would severely impact transatlantic travel between the UK and United States.

Jets 5 seconds from mid-air collision over UK

Two passenger aircraft came terrifyingly close to disaster over the UK after an air traffic control blunder, with investigators revealing they were just five seconds from catastrophic collision.

Qatar Airways CEO warns of aviation industry crisis

Exclusive: Qatar Airways chief Akbar Al Baker reveals major industry concerns over aircraft delivery delays and manufacturing quality issues affecting global carriers including Cathay Pacific and Emirates.

Why Boeing Planes Always End With the Number 7

Discover the fascinating truth behind Boeing's numbering convention and why their commercial planes consistently end with the digit 7 - from engineering heritage to marketing genius.

Delta jet in terrifying 200-foot near-miss with Cessna

A Delta Air Lines flight carrying nearly 200 passengers narrowly avoided a catastrophic collision with a Cessna aircraft over Wisconsin, with the two planes coming within 200 feet of each other in a heart-stopping aviation incident now under federal inves

Huntingdon train hero confronts knifeman on commute

An ordinary commute turned into a life-or-death situation when a courageous passenger confronted an armed man on a Huntingdon train. Read the exclusive interview with the hero who risked his life to protect fellow travellers.

Police Helicopter Emergency Landing Near Leeds

A North Yorkshire Police helicopter was forced to make an emergency landing near Leeds, prompting an urgent investigation by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch. Discover the full story behind this alarming aviation incident.

Hero train driver's quick thinking averts disaster

A former Royal Navy veteran turned train driver is being hailed as a hero after his swift actions prevented a potential catastrophe on the Huntingdon railway line, showcasing remarkable composure under pressure.

JetBlue A320 emergency landing after engine failure

A JetBlue flight from Tampa to Mexico declared a mid-air emergency after experiencing catastrophic engine failure, forcing pilots to dump fuel and make a heart-stopping return to Tampa International Airport.

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