Pilot explains real reason for airplane mode on flights
A commercial pilot explains the genuine, disruptive reason you must switch to airplane mode. It's not a safety conspiracy, but it will annoy the flight crew.
A commercial pilot explains the genuine, disruptive reason you must switch to airplane mode. It's not a safety conspiracy, but it will annoy the flight crew.
Travellers left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after Stansted fire and Heathrow tunnel closure highlight a major gap in UK passenger rights law. Discover your rights.
A SpaceX Starship explosion during a test flight created a major aviation hazard, forcing three airliners to navigate a debris-filled no-fly zone. New FAA documents reveal the full safety risk.
Michaela Benthaus, an engineer paralysed in a bike accident, made history as the first wheelchair user to reach the edge of space on a Blue Origin flight. Read her inspiring story.
An easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick was delayed 12 hours after a family boarded with their deceased 89-year-old relative. The airline states she had a fit-to-fly certificate. Read the full story.
Passengers on an easyJet flight from Malaga to Gatwick were left shocked after a family allegedly boarded with a deceased elderly relative, causing a 12-hour delay. Read the full investigation.
A man allegedly boarded a British Airways flight from Heathrow to Norway without travel documents, leading to a three-hour delay and a major security review. Read the full investigation.
Biblical rainfall forecast for Dubai risks repeating 2024's airport flooding, potentially leaving tens of thousands of British travellers stranded over Christmas. Know your flight rights.
A Met Office fog warning for London on Dec 17 risks major travel disruption, including flight delays and cancellations at key airports. Plan ahead and check your journey.
Switzerland's overwhelming rejection of a 50% inheritance tax offers a stark lesson for the UK's fiscal debate. Discover why capital flight fears should shape Westminster's approach.
BBC analysis uncovers 87 flights linked to Jeffrey Epstein arriving or departing UK airports, with British victims onboard. Calls grow for a full UK investigation.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 arrives on PlayStation 5 with superb DualSense integration and a vast, authentic world. Discover if this detailed sim is worth your time.
Contrary to conservative warnings, New York's wealthiest are not fleeing after Zohran Mamdani's mayoral win. Property data and experts reveal a commitment to the city.
The US government has waived an $11m fine for Southwest Airlines as part of a $140m settlement over its 2022 holiday travel meltdown that stranded over 2 million passengers. Read the full details.
China Eastern Airlines launches the world's longest commercial flight, a 29-hour journey from Shanghai to Buenos Aires. The new route reshapes long-haul travel and connects major continents.
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended this morning due to a major IT failure with its air traffic control provider, disrupting thousands of passengers. Service has now resumed.
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended Friday morning due to a critical air traffic control technical issue. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates.
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended on Friday morning due to a critical IT failure in air traffic control systems. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates as teams work to resolve the issue.
A London couple's honeymoon to Thailand is in tatters after a last-minute Thai Airways flight cancellation left them £1,350 out of pocket and stranded at Heathrow Airport. Discover your passenger rights.
The parents of three-year-old Aari Patel, who died in 2016, urge people to join the NHS Organ Donor Register after his gifts saved others. Over 8,000 in the UK await transplants.
A new £26bn tax-raising Budget is driving wealth creators abroad, with 142,000 millionaires forecast to leave. Analysis warns of long-term damage to UK investment and competitiveness.
The search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 is set to restart with a new deep-sea mission over a decade after its disappearance. Read the latest on the renewed investigation.
A well-travelled flight attendant shares her five must-visit, budget-friendly destinations for 2026, from the Balkans to Central America. Get inspired for your next getaway.
Airbus A320 fleets are back in service after a critical software update, prompted by solar radiation fears, was completed faster than expected. Discover how airlines managed the disruption.
Airbus resolves a critical software issue affecting its A320 fleet, preventing widespread flight cancellations. The fix comes after the biggest recall in the company's history. Read the full update.
A major winter storm brought over a foot of snow to the US Midwest, causing a 45-car pile-up, a plane to skid off a runway, and thousands of flight delays over the busy Thanksgiving travel weekend.
A major power outage at Leeds station has caused widespread cancellation of train services. Passengers are advised not to travel. Full details on affected operators and ticket info.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
UK passengers face limited travel disruption as airlines implement mandatory Airbus A320 software updates following safety directive. Check with your carrier for latest information.
Thousands of Airbus A320 aircraft require emergency software updates after solar radiation caused flight control issues. UK passengers warned of potential disruption as global aviation responds.