Associated PressDYLAN LOVAN

GKN Aerospace Garden Grove chemical tank crisis: methyl methacrylate overheating triggers mass evacuations and California emerge

An overheating methyl methacrylate (a volatile chemical) storage tank at a GKN Aerospace plastics facility in Garden Grove, Calif. has prompted escalating hazardous-materials response, with tens of thousands ordered to evacuate amid concerns about toxic vapor release. Officials declared a Southern California state of emergency as teams continued intensive cooling and stabilization efforts.

2026-05-24T12:58:34.315845-07:00
Air Data NewsRicardo Meier

Saudia receives first Airbus A321XLR with new premium cabin layout

By Air Data News: Long-range narrowbody will enter service in June on routes linking Saudi Arabia with Europe, Africa and Saudia has taken delivery of its first Airbus A321XLR , becoming one of the early operators of Airbus’ new long-range narrowbody aircraft.

2026-05-24T10:05:09.376457-07:00