Pilot suicide reveals aviation mental health crisis
The tragic death of a Delta pilot highlights a culture of silence where aviators fear losing their licenses if they seek help for depression and anxiety. Read the full investigation.
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Pilot in fatal Sea World crash used cocaine before flight
A coroner hears the pilot in Australia's Sea World helicopter disaster had a mental breakdown and used cocaine before the joy flight that killed four. Read the full investigation details.
Pilot urges Australians to join aviation industry
Commercial pilot Amelia Johnson calls for more Australians to get pilot licenses, highlighting earning potential up to £300,000 and addressing industry challenges.
Pilot who tried to cut plane's engines sentenced
Former Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson sentenced for trying to cut engines mid-flight. Judge cites mental health, sentences time served. Read the full story.
Brit tourist faces Thai jail after £68k cocaine hotel bust
A 25-year-old British tourist is facing severe prison time in Thailand after authorities discovered 1kg of high-purity cocaine worth over £68,000 in his luxury Bangkok hotel room during a dramatic police raid.
US Coast Guard seizes record 50 tons of cocaine
In a massive international operation, the US Coast Guard has intercepted over 50 tons of cocaine worth billions, marking one of the largest drug busts in maritime history.
Australian pilot killed in Brazil cocaine smuggling crash
Exclusive investigation reveals the perilous final flight of Melbourne pilot Daniel Kinahan, whose cocaine smuggling operation ended in tragedy when his plane crashed in remote Brazil, leaving his family devastated.
Pensioners' cocaine use up 400% in UK
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's pensioners are turning to cocaine in record numbers, with over-60s usage increasing by 400% in a decade amid loneliness and cost of living crises.
Qld police helicopter pilot's £183k salary revealed
A senior Queensland police helicopter pilot's staggering £183,000 annual salary has ignited controversy, raising questions about public sector spending and transparency in aviation operations.
Australian pilot's cocaine crash in Brazil reveals drug network
Exclusive investigation uncovers the shocking truth behind an Australian pilot's fatal plane crash in Brazil, revealing connections to international drug smuggling networks and a pauper's burial 13,000km from home.
Female Pilot's Clothing Rule: Never Wear This On Duty
An experienced female airline captain shares her surprising wardrobe secrets and explains why certain clothing choices could compromise flight safety and professionalism.
BA Pilot's Top 10 Secret Travel Hacks Revealed
An experienced British Airways captain shares his insider knowledge on everything from beating jet lag to securing the best seats, transforming how you travel forever.
Pilot's cocaine-fueled 'space' flight ends in crash
A bizarre aviation incident unfolds as a pilot, allegedly under the influence of cocaine, attempts to reach 'space' in a stolen plane before a fatal crash. The wreckage reveals a shocking cargo of narcotics.
Australian Pilot's Cocaine Crash Ordeal in Brazil
The family of an Australian pilot, arrested after a plane carrying 600kg of cocaine crashed in Brazil, speaks out for the first time about his shocking downfall and their desperate fight for his freedom.
Aussie Pilot on Cocaine in Fatal Brazil Plane Crash
Exclusive investigation reveals an Australian pilot had cocaine in his system during a fatal cargo plane crash in Brazil, raising serious questions about aviation safety and international oversight.
Real-Life 'Top Gun' RAF Pilot Reveals Thrilling Truth
An elite RAF fighter pilot shares breathtaking insights into the real-world adrenaline, precision, and life-or-death decisions behind the Hollywood glamour of films like Top Gun.
Pilots Permitted Power Naps in Cockpit, Germany Reveals
Exclusive investigation uncovers the authorised practice of pilots taking controlled naps during flights to combat fatigue, as revealed by German aviation authorities.
How Ireland's Tiny Navy Fuels UK's Cocaine Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how South American cartels exploit Ireland's minimal naval presence, with just eight ships, to flood Britain with cocaine via a new 'Atlantic Route'.
Airline cancels pilot's cancer fundraiser flight
An influencer pilot's ambitious plan to raise £100,000 for a cancer charity by flying a light aircraft around Britain has been abruptly cancelled by his airline, leaving the mission in limbo and sparking outrage.
Pilot charged with 83 counts of attempted murder mid-flight
An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, Joseph Emerson, is charged with 83 counts of attempted murder after allegedly trying to shut down a jet's engines mid-flight, forcing the plane into an emergency diversion to Portland.
Drunk Alaska Airlines Pilot Avoids Prison in Plea Deal
Exclusive: An Alaska Airlines pilot who attempted to fly with an alcohol level four times the legal limit has accepted a plea deal, avoiding jail time. The shocking case raises serious questions about aviation safety protocols.
Alaska Airlines Pilot Guilty in Mid-Flight Engine Sabotage
Joseph Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, has been found guilty of endangering an aircraft after attempting to shut down its engines during a flight. The shocking incident, attributed to a mental health crisis, has sent ripples through the aviati
EU Shelves Single-Pilot Plane Plans After Safety Report
Ambitious proposals to allow commercial airliners to fly with just one pilot have been shelved by EU regulators. A critical safety report has halted the move, prioritising passenger security over airline cost-cutting ambitions.
US Coast Guard seizes £330m cocaine haul in Caribbean
In a major interdiction operation, the US Coast Guard has offloaded a staggering 5.7 tonnes of cocaine seized from smuggling vessels in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean.
US Coast Guard seizes £330m cocaine haul in Caribbean
In a major counter-narcotics operation, the US Coast Guard unloads a staggering 7,400kg of cocaine seized from smuggling vessels in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean.
US Coast Guard seizes £330m cocaine haul in Caribbean
In a massive counter-narcotics operation, the US Coast Guard unloads 7,400kg of cocaine seized from smugglers in the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, with an estimated street value of over £330 million.
Police Helicopter Pilot Flew With Feet On Dashboard
Exclusive: A police helicopter pilot was caught operating the controls with his feet on the dashboard during a critical flight over the UK, prompting a major aviation safety investigation.
Surviving the world's scariest airport landing
A traveller's first-hand account of the terrifying approach to Toncontin Airport, one of the world's most dangerous runways nestled in the mountains of Honduras.
American Airlines Jet Declares Mayday After Systems Fail Over Boston
Exclusive audio captures the chilling moment an American Airlines pilot declares an emergency after catastrophic system failures on a flight from Boston. The Airbus A321 encountered severe issues, including a potential stall, forcing a rapid return to Log
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