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Textron Cessna 560XL failed to rotate on takeoff, overran runway at Danville, Kentucky

US investigators say a Textron Aviation Cessna 560XL failed to rotate on command during takeoff from Boyle County–Stuart Powell Field in Danville, Kentucky on Feb. 6 and subsequently overran the runway. Two pilots and two passengers were aboard; an official probe into causes is ongoing.

2026-03-03T00:33:48.552098-08:00

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United 787-9 (UA2127) returns to LAX after left‑engine fire; emergency evacuation, no injuries

2026-03-02T13:21:27.586021-08:00

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Qatar says it shot down two Iranian Su-24s and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones

2026-03-02T11:16:10.462399-08:00

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Three USAF F-15E Strike Eagles downed by Kuwaiti air defenses in apparent friendly-fire incident; crews survive

2026-03-01T22:11:41.246223-08:00

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Textron Cessna 560XL failed to rotate on takeoff, overran runway at Danville, Kentucky US investigators say a Textron Aviation Cessna 560XL failed to rotate on command during takeoff from Boyle County–Stuart Powell Field in Danville, Kentucky on Feb. 6 and subsequently overran the runway. Two pilots and two passengers were aboard; an official probe into causes is ongoing.

2026-03-03T00:33:48.552098-08:00

Textron Cessna 560XL failed to rotate on takeoff, overran runway at Danville, Kentucky

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United 787-9 (UA2127) returns to LAX after left‑engine fire; emergency evacuation, no injuries United Airlines flight UA2127, a Boeing 787‑9, returned to Los Angeles International Airport minutes after takeoff after crew reported an engine fire. The aircraft carried out a rapid slide evacuation; the FAA cited a problem with the left engine and no injuries were reported.

2026-03-02T13:21:27.586021-08:00

United 787-9 (UA2127) returns to LAX after left‑engine fire; emergency evacuation, no injuries

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Qatar says it shot down two Iranian Su-24s and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones Qatar’s Defense Ministry said the Qatar Emiri Air Force shot down two Iranian Sukhoi Su-24 fighter‑bombers and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones targeting multiple sites in the country. The ministry said Qatar retains full capability to safeguard its sovereignty and respond firmly to external threats.

2026-03-02T11:16:10.462399-08:00

Qatar says it shot down two Iranian Su-24s and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones

AINonline

Business aircraft accident reports — March 2026 (preliminary & final) Compilation of preliminary and final business‑aircraft accident reports issued in March 2026, consolidating investigative findings, probable causes and safety recommendations from national agencies. The roundup highlights operational, maintenance and training issues identified in recent accidents to inform immediate compliance and risk‑mitigation priorities.

2026-03-02T03:37:27.651303-08:00

Business aircraft accident reports — March 2026 (preliminary & final)

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Three USAF F-15E Strike Eagles downed by Kuwaiti air defenses in apparent friendly-fire incident; crews survive CENTCOM confirmed three USAF F-15E Strike Eagles were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses over Kuwait on March 2 while supporting operations against Iran; all six aircrew survived after ejecting. Videos circulating online show at least one jet descending in a flaming flat spin.

2026-03-01T22:11:41.246223-08:00

Three USAF F-15E Strike Eagles downed by Kuwaiti air defenses in apparent friendly-fire incident; crews survive

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Shahed‑type drone strikes RAF Akrotiri; Greece deploys frigates and F‑16s to Cyprus amid regional barrage A Shahed‑type drone struck RAF Akrotiri overnight, causing limited damage and no injuries while Cypriot forces reported two additional drones destroyed. Greece has dispatched frigates and F‑16s to Cyprus as the attack forms part of a wider series of Iran‑linked drone and missile strikes on regional bases.

2026-03-01T22:11:38.405811-08:00

Shahed‑type drone strikes RAF Akrotiri; Greece deploys frigates and F‑16s to Cyprus amid regional barrage

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JetBlue flight evacuated at Fort Lauderdale after passenger issues bomb threat over carry‑on space A JetBlue flight at Fort Lauderdale‑Hollywood International Airport was evacuated after a passenger issued a bomb threat during a dispute over carry‑on luggage space. The on‑ground evacuation removed passengers from the aircraft and temporarily disrupted the flight while authorities assessed the reported threat.

2026-03-01T16:15:54.484670-08:00

JetBlue flight evacuated at Fort Lauderdale after passenger issues bomb threat over carry‑on space

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Afghan authorities say Pakistani jets entered airspace, attempted strike on Bagram; fighter downed and pilot captured Afghan authorities and Taliban officials said Pakistani military jets entered Afghan airspace near Bagram and attempted to bomb the Bagram airbase, sparking explosions over Kabul amid border clashes. Afghan forces reported a Pakistani fighter crashed in Jalalabad and its pilot was captured alive.

2026-03-01T05:06:26.516211-08:00

Afghan authorities say Pakistani jets entered airspace, attempted strike on Bagram; fighter downed and pilot captured

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Textron Cessna 560XL failed to rotate on takeoff, overran runway at Danville, Kentucky

United 787-9 (UA2127) returns to LAX after left‑engine fire; emergency evacuation, no injuries

Qatar says it shot down two Iranian Su-24s and intercepted seven ballistic missiles and five drones

Three USAF F-15E Strike Eagles downed by Kuwaiti air defenses in apparent friendly-fire incident; crews survive

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