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Family sues Salt Lake City Airport after fatal Delta jet‑engine incident

The family of Kyler Efinger has filed a wrongful‑death suit against Salt Lake City International Airport alleging negligence after a fatal incident in which a component departed a Delta Air Lines jet, killing Efinger. The complaint seeks damages and alleges failures in airport safety oversight.

2026-01-02T02:20:08.294790-08:00

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Mexican A321 Lines Up on Wrong Runway at JFK, Prompting Safety and Training Review

2026-01-01T19:51:53.135327-08:00

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Four 2025 crashes killed 366 and severe turbulence injured 37 — fewer accidents but higher fatalities, Cirium data show

2026-01-01T03:57:47.844655-08:00

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Air India captain removed at Vancouver after failed alcohol test; Transport Canada demands answers

2026-01-01T13:33:49.285484-08:00

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Monthly Business Aircraft Accident Reports — January 2026: Preliminary and Final Findings The January 2026 monthly business‑aircraft accident report compiles preliminary and final investigative findings for incidents during the month, summarizing accident types, probable causes and any safety recommendations issued. The consolidated update supports trend monitoring, risk assessments and near‑term regulatory or operational responses.

2026-01-02T04:17:50.846274-08:00

Monthly Business Aircraft Accident Reports — January 2026: Preliminary and Final Findings

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Family sues Salt Lake City Airport after fatal Delta jet‑engine incident The family of Kyler Efinger has filed a wrongful‑death suit against Salt Lake City International Airport alleging negligence after a fatal incident in which a component departed a Delta Air Lines jet, killing Efinger. The complaint seeks damages and alleges failures in airport safety oversight.

2026-01-02T02:20:08.294790-08:00

Family sues Salt Lake City Airport after fatal Delta jet‑engine incident

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South Korean T-50 trainer makes emergency landing; no casualties reported A South Korean T-50 advanced jet trainer made an emergency landing during a flight on Jan. 2, authorities reported; there were no casualties. Initial reports provided few operational details, and follow-up reporting is expected as investigators and officials disclose findings.

2026-01-01T22:44:24.256012-08:00

South Korean T-50 trainer makes emergency landing; no casualties reported

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Mexican A321 Lines Up on Wrong Runway at JFK, Prompting Safety and Training Review A Mexican A321 lined up on the wrong runway at New York JFK, creating a potential runway incursion and prompting an immediate safety review. The event raises questions about crew runway‑verification practices, cockpit procedures and ATC coordination at a major international hub.

2026-01-01T19:51:53.135327-08:00

Mexican A321 Lines Up on Wrong Runway at JFK, Prompting Safety and Training Review

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Air India captain removed at Vancouver after failed alcohol test; Transport Canada demands answers Canadian authorities removed Air India captain Saurabh Kumar from duty at Vancouver Airport on Dec. 23, 2025 after a breathalyser said he was under the influence before operating Flight AI186 to Delhi via Vienna. Transport Canada called the episode a 'serious matter' and demanded answers as RCMP investigate.

2026-01-01T13:33:49.285484-08:00

Air India captain removed at Vancouver after failed alcohol test; Transport Canada demands answers

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Cockpit audio: Off‑duty, intoxicated pilot attempted to shut down engines mid‑flight Cockpit audio reveals chaos as an off‑duty, intoxicated pilot attempted to shut down engines mid‑flight, with the recording capturing the pilot manipulating controls and alarmed crew responses. The incident highlights a severe breach of cockpit security and raises urgent safety and regulatory concerns for airlines and regulators.

2026-01-01T08:09:46.065512-08:00

Cockpit audio: Off‑duty, intoxicated pilot attempted to shut down engines mid‑flight

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Four 2025 crashes killed 366 and severe turbulence injured 37 — fewer accidents but higher fatalities, Cirium data show Four fatal accidents in 2025 killed 366 passengers and crew while severe turbulence left 37 seriously injured, according to industry reports and Cirium data showing one fatal accident per 5 million flights. Experts say the year’s concentration of high‑fatality crashes leaves no room for complacency.

2026-01-01T03:57:47.844655-08:00

Four 2025 crashes killed 366 and severe turbulence injured 37 — fewer accidents but higher fatalities, Cirium data show

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NTSB: ATC told United 737 MAX 8 to “keep your speed up” before March 2024 Houston runway excursion An updated NTSB report says air traffic controllers encouraged the crew of a United Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 to “keep your speed up” during the approach that led to a March 2024 runway excursion at Houston. The overrun ended with the aircraft’s left main landing gear collapsing.

2025-12-31T16:25:24.358405-08:00

NTSB: ATC told United 737 MAX 8 to “keep your speed up” before March 2024 Houston runway excursion

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Family sues Salt Lake City Airport after fatal Delta jet‑engine incident

Mexican A321 Lines Up on Wrong Runway at JFK, Prompting Safety and Training Review

Four 2025 crashes killed 366 and severe turbulence injured 37 — fewer accidents but higher fatalities, Cirium data show

Air India captain removed at Vancouver after failed alcohol test; Transport Canada demands answers

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