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Southwest Airlines Jet Dives to Avoid Collision; 2 Flight Attendants Hurt

Southwest Flight 1496 made an emergency descent near Burbank in July 2025 to avoid a retired military jet. Two flight…

Azores Airlines Flight S4504 Diverted to Lisbon Over Bomb Threat

Azores Airlines flight S4504 faced a bomb threat mid-air and diverted safely to Lisbon Airport on July 26, 2025. Passengers…

Terrified Passengers Thrown from Seats During Southwest Flight Nosedive

On July 25, 2025, Southwest Flight 1496 sharply dropped 475 feet to evade a midair collision with a military jet.…

Etihad Joins JetBlue and Others in New Premium Narrowbody Orders

Etihad introduced the Airbus A321LR, advancing premium narrowbody flights with luxurious First Suites and Wi-Fi. Service began August 1, 2025,…

American Airlines Receives First Airbus A321XLR, But It’s Grounded

The Airbus A321XLR for American Airlines is delayed by a global cabin seat shortage and certification issues. This disrupts U.S.…

Deportation Flights Begin at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Amid Florida Arrest Surge

Deportation flights started at Alligator Alcatraz in July 2025 as Florida increases immigration arrests and detention capacity. State and federal…

FAA Airports Office Losing Acting Leader Without Permanent Nominee

Wayne Heibeck’s July 2025 departure leaves the FAA Office of Airports without a permanent leader. Acting officials oversee grants and…

Etihad Receives First Airbus A321LR, Launching Fleet Expansion

Etihad introduced the Airbus A321LR with First Class suites and high-speed internet in July 2025. Starting August, the Abu Dhabi–Phuket…