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September 9, 2024

Grozny: UTair flight misses unfinished runway and avoids construction vehicles

Amely Mizzi September 9, 2024 16:23

In the early morning of September 7, 2024, a disturbing incident occurred at Kadyrov-Grozny International Airport (GRV) in Chechnya, alarming both passengers and aviation authorities. A Boeing 737-800 belonging to the Russian airline UTair nearly landed on an unfinished and closed runway. The incident, which occurred at 04:49 local time, was documented by flight tracking portal FlightRadar24 and made widely available through footage shared on social media. Flight UT742 took off as scheduled from Antalya International Airport (AYT) in Turkey and was en route to Grozny. The Boeing 737-800, a proven model for regional air traffic, was scheduled to land on GRV's runway 08/26, according to the original plan. But as the plane approached the airport, a serious error occurred: the pilots inadvertently entered a parallel runway, which was under construction at the time and therefore closed to air traffic. The footage from social media shows the dramatic moments of the incident. The footage reveals the plane descending towards the closed runway, flying past an excavator and other construction machinery. The view of the construction site and the heavy construction machinery indicated that the runway was not operational. With remarkable reaction speed, the pilots decided to abort the landing and initiate a U-turn. This happened just a few meters above the construction vehicles, which significantly reduced the risk of an accident. Despite the precarious situation, the crew managed to turn the plane around safely and

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Incident on the Indonesian island of Yapen: ATR 42-500 crashes during takeoff

Jan Gruber September 9, 2024 14:50

On Saturday, a worrying incident occurred on the Indonesian island of Yapen, when a Trigana Air ATR 42-500 crashed during takeoff. Flight 292 was scheduled to take off from Serui Airport, but the takeoff had to be aborted. The turboprop aircraft, flying under the registration number PK-YSP, veered off the runway and caused considerable damage to the surrounding area. Fortunately, according to initial information, all 42 passengers and six crew members were uninjured, although the aircraft itself suffered considerable material damage. The incident occurred during an advanced takeoff run. According to reports, the crew decided to abort takeoff, but the aircraft then left the runway and pulled to the left into the adjacent grass. The exact circumstances that led to the abort are currently unclear. Initial investigations indicate that the aborted takeoff may have been due to technical or operational problems. The ATR 42-500 that crashed in this incident was produced in 1998. It had the registration number D-BOOO until 2007 and was previously part of the fleets of Eurowings and Lufthansa's then regional partner Contactair. These aircraft are known for their robustness and their ability to operate on short runways, which makes them attractive to regional airlines. However, the incident raises questions about the safety and maintenance of the older aircraft. Safety and maintenance issues The ATR 42-500 is a widely used regional aircraft variant that is valued for its reliability. Nevertheless, older aircraft continue to pose challenges in terms of maintenance and safety. The aging of the technology and possible signs of wear and tear can increase the risk of incidents. Experts emphasize the

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Boeing and the IAM union: A controversial deal to avoid a strike

Jan Gruber September 9, 2024 14:45

In the midst of an ongoing crisis, aircraft manufacturer Boeing has taken an important step to avert an impending strike by its largest union. Shortly before the current collective agreement expires next Thursday, Boeing has offered the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) a significant pay rise of 25 percent. This offer comes just days before the impending strike and is to apply for a period of four years. The IAM union, which represents around 33.000 Boeing employees and is responsible, among other things, for the production of the best-selling Boeing 737 model, had originally demanded a 40 percent increase. A turning point for Boeing: The agreement in detail The 25 percent income increase now agreed is not the only improvement that Boeing is offering union members. In addition to the salary increase, health care costs and retirement provisions are also to be improved. These commitments are part of a package of similar magnitude that was also won by other major US companies last year, particularly the major automakers, who also negotiated high wages and improved working conditions. A particularly important point for the union is Boeing's commitment to produce new models in unionized plants. This demand was particularly controversial after Boeing set up a non-union plant in South Carolina more than a decade ago to produce the 787 Dreamliner model. This decision had led to considerable tension and disputes with the union at the time. Challenges and reactions Although the IAM union recommends accepting the agreement, the decision ultimately rests with the unions.

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Germany is losing ground in air traffic: ADV calls for reforms

Jan Gruber September 9, 2024 11:01

Germany is facing an increasingly growing competitive disadvantage in air transport. While tax relief for air transport is being introduced in Sweden, high fees and taxes remain in place in Germany, which are putting a strain on the competitiveness of domestic airports and airlines. According to Ralph Beisel, CEO of the airport association ADV, Germany is still missing 15 percent of passengers compared to the time before the corona pandemic. Airlines such as Ryanair are announcing further cuts in their route network due to the high government fees and regulatory burdens. Beisel complains that Germany as an aviation location is being disadvantaged by this policy and calls for relief in order to be able to withstand international competition. A comparison of flight routes shows a decline from 2.075 routes in 2019 to 1.767 in 2023. Beisel advocates that Germany follows Sweden's example and takes measures to relieve the burden on airlines and airports in order to prevent the location from falling further behind in European comparison.

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Berlin Brandenburg Airport starts application phase for training year 2025

Jan Gruber September 9, 2024 10:02

Flughafen Berlin Brandenburg GmbH is now opening applications for its 2025 training year. A total of 1 training places in twelve professions and five dual study programs will be offered for September 2025, 41. The new training programs include aviation clerks, electronics technicians, plant mechanics, security specialists and computer scientists. The newly introduced training to become an IT specialist for data and process analysis is particularly noteworthy. Interested students and parents can find out more on September 14, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 16 p.m. at AIRzubi, a training day, in the BBAC office building in front of BER Terminal 1. In addition to advice opportunities, activities such as a tombola and a program from the airport fire department will also be offered. The first selection round for the new trainees will take place in November 2024. Trainees can expect a salary of 1.189,20 euros in the first year, while dual students receive 1.297,58 euros. Further benefits include a 13th month's salary, 27 days' vacation, vacation pay and an annual training grant of 250 euros as well as a subsidy for public transport tickets. After successful completion, a permanent employment contract is offered.

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Stuttgart Airport draws positive conclusion after summer holidays

Jan Gruber September 9, 2024 09:04

Stuttgart Airport is experiencing a successful summer holiday season. Around 1,5 million passengers used the airport during the six-week holiday period. Demand for flights to the popular destinations Palma de Mallorca and Antalya was particularly high. In August, around 270 flight movements were recorded on each of the two busiest days. Ulrich Heppe, spokesman for the management of Stuttgart Airport GmbH, praised the smooth handling of flight operations, which was made possible by good preparation and the commitment of employees. Improvements in service, such as new self-bag drop counters and bookable time slots for security checks, have contributed to the positive travel experience. High traffic volumes are expected at Stuttgart Airport in the coming weeks, as both business and holiday travelers are taking advantage of the low season.

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Now also Airbus A350-900 engines in focus

Jan Gruber September 9, 2024 08:36

The engine fire on a Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-1000 on September 2, 2024 has shocked the aviation industry and raised new safety concerns. The incident has prompted the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to order far-reaching measures to inspect and potentially replace engine components. While the original airworthiness directive focused on the more powerful Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines on the long-body A350-1000, a potential issue has now also surfaced with the shorter A350-900, which could prompt additional investigations. On Sunday, September 2, 2024, a Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-1000 experienced a critical incident on a flight from Hong Kong to Zurich. Shortly after takeoff, a fire broke out in one of the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines. Fortunately, the crew was able to extinguish the fire and initiated an emergency landing in Hong Kong. The incident immediately raised the alarm with EASA and other aviation authorities, as such events can affect the safety of millions of passengers worldwide. EASA order and its scope EASA reacted quickly to the incident and issued an emergency order requiring a comprehensive inspection of all Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines installed in the Airbus A350-1000 variant. This order requires airlines to inspect the affected engines within 30 days. The engines must be inspected for possible damage to the fuel system and any necessary repairs or replacements must be carried out immediately. The emergency order currently only covers A350-1000 aircraft equipped with the more powerful Trent XWB-97 engines. The A350-900 models, which are powered by the slightly weaker Trent XWB-84 engines, were initially not the subject of

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Air Astana expands flight offer to Saudi Arabia

Jan Gruber September 9, 2024 08:01

Air Astana, Kazakhstan's leading airline, announces the launch of new direct flights from Shymkent to Jeddah and Medina in Saudi Arabia in October 2024. From October 1, 2024, flights from Shymkent to Jeddah will be offered twice a week. This connection will continue once a week from November, while a new route between Shymkent and Medina will also be established. From October 29, 2024, flights from Almaty to Medina will also be launched twice a week, complementing the existing service to Jeddah. For these routes, Air Astana uses modern Airbus A321LRs, which offer both a 16-seat business class and a 150-seat economy class. The flight time from Shymkent to Jeddah and Medina is 5 hours and 35 minutes each, while the route from Almaty to Medina takes around 6 hours and 10 minutes. Jeddah, known as an important economic center, offers not only its beaches but also attractions such as King Fahd's Fountain and the historic old town of Al-Balad. Medina is the second most important holy city in Islam and is known for the Prophet's Mosque.

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Three years after the forced landing of Ryanair flight FR4798: Poland files charges against Belarusian officials

Amely Mizzi September 9, 2024 07:36

The case of the forced landing of Ryanair flight FR4798 in May 2021 shocked the international community and cast a sharp light on the authoritarian regime in Belarus. Now, three years later, Poland has brought charges against three Belarusian officials who are held responsible for the action. The prosecutor's office in Warsaw accuses them of taking control of the aircraft, causing a forced landing and thus committing deprivation of liberty. The case not only concerns flight safety, but is symbolic of the ongoing repression against dissidents under Belarusian ruler Alexander Lukashenko. The events of May 23, 2021: An international aviation crisis On May 23, 2021, Ryanair flight FR4798 was en route from Athens to Vilnius when the crew was asked by Belarusian air traffic control to divert to Minsk shortly before reaching Lithuanian airspace. The reason: an alleged bomb threat on board the plane, which later turned out to be a pretext. The pilots, who were initially skeptical, were eventually forced to follow the order and turn towards Minsk by the ascent of a Belarusian MiG-29 fighter plane. In Minsk, it quickly became clear that the bomb warning was just a staged event. Instead of looking for an explosive charge, Belarusian security forces arrested the prominent dissident blogger Roman Protassevich, who was on board the flight. Protassevich, co-founder of the dissident Telegram channel *Nexta*, was a prominent face of the opposition to the Lukashenko regime. His girlfriend at the time, Sofia Sapega, was also arrested. The international reactions: outrage and sanctions The forced landing of the plane, which was in EU airspace at the time,

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Korean Air expands route network to China and Japan

Amely Mizzi September 9, 2024 07:06

Korean Air will expand its route network to China and Japan to meet growing demand in the region. From October and December 2024, the airline will resume several routes and increase frequencies on existing routes. This comes after a pandemic-related interruption and underscores the airline's efforts to adapt to changing travel needs. From October 22, 2024, Korean Air will resume service from Seoul Incheon to Mudanjiang and from December 1, Busan to Qingdao. In addition, frequencies on the Seoul Incheon - Zhengzhou route will be increased to daily from August 12, 2024, and the Seoul Incheon - Xiamen route will also be switched to daily flights from October 1. Other adjustments include the expansion of the Seoul Incheon - Taichung route in two phases and the resumption of the Seoul Incheon - Nagasaki route from October 27 after more than eleven years. The frequency on the Seoul Incheon - Osaka route will also be increased by the end of October. By December 2024, flights to China and Japan will almost reach pre-pandemic capacities.

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