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Iranian drone and missile strikes damage Dubai International terminal, injure four; Gulf airports hit, mass cancellations follow

Iran launched drone and missile strikes on 28 February that damaged a terminal at Dubai International Airport and injured four workers, with additional attacks reported at Abu Dhabi and Kuwait international airports. Widespread Gulf airspace closures followed, triggering mass flight cancellations and major operational disruption.

2026-02-28T13:36:02.009015-08:00

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Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters

2026-02-28T16:27:10.020056-08:00

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Drone strike damages Kuwait International Terminal 1, sparks Gulf airspace closures and mass cancellations

2026-02-28T02:17:05.824078-08:00

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Israel orders evacuation of civilian aircraft; El Al suspends Shabbat to reposition fleet amid Iranian strikes

2026-02-28T04:02:19.854482-08:00

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Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters Australian aviation authorities have opened an inquiry into whether 5G mobile networks can interfere with aircraft radio altimeters, reviewing data from operators and manufacturers to assess operational safety and potential mitigation measures. The probe aims to clarify risks to approaches, landings and airspace procedures.

2026-02-28T16:27:10.020056-08:00

Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters

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Iranian drone and missile strikes damage Dubai International terminal, injure four; Gulf airports hit, mass cancellations follow Iran launched drone and missile strikes on 28 February that damaged a terminal at Dubai International Airport and injured four workers, with additional attacks reported at Abu Dhabi and Kuwait international airports. Widespread Gulf airspace closures followed, triggering mass flight cancellations and major operational disruption.

2026-02-28T13:36:02.009015-08:00

Iranian drone and missile strikes damage Dubai International terminal, injure four; Gulf airports hit, mass cancellations follow

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Israel orders evacuation of civilian aircraft; El Al suspends Shabbat to reposition fleet amid Iranian strikes Israel has begun relocating civilian aircraft outside its territory as emergency measures tied to ongoing military operations, the Transport Ministry said. National carrier El Al suspended its Shabbat observance to reposition aircraft from Tel Aviv amid ongoing Iranian missile strikes and related security threats.

2026-02-28T04:02:19.854482-08:00

Israel orders evacuation of civilian aircraft; El Al suspends Shabbat to reposition fleet amid Iranian strikes

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Drone strike damages Kuwait International Terminal 1, sparks Gulf airspace closures and mass cancellations A drone strike hit Kuwait International Airport's Terminal 1, injuring staff and forcing a national airspace shutdown. Closures across Doha, Dubai and Abu Dhabi have seen major carriers — including Qatar Airways — suspend services and contributed to more than 1,000 cancellations across the Gulf.

2026-02-28T02:17:05.824078-08:00

Drone strike damages Kuwait International Terminal 1, sparks Gulf airspace closures and mass cancellations

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U.S. and Israel launch strikes on Iran; Gulf airspace closures force 868 flight cancellations On Feb. 28 the U.S. and Israel conducted coordinated strikes on multiple Iranian targets using carrier-based strike fighters and Tomahawk cruise missiles, triggering widespread Middle East airspace closures (Doha, Dubai and Tel Aviv) and 868 flight cancellations as airlines reroute and suspend services.

2026-02-28T01:31:34.874761-08:00

U.S. and Israel launch strikes on Iran; Gulf airspace closures force 868 flight cancellations

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Bolivian Air Force C-130H carrying newly printed banknotes crashes on landing at El Alto; at least 15 dead A Bolivian Air Force C-130H transport carrying newly printed banknotes veered off the runway while landing at El Alto International Airport and came to rest in a nearby field and urban road; at least 15 people were killed and dozens injured. Authorities have opened an investigation amid reports of attempted looting.

2026-02-27T17:01:24.686448-08:00

Bolivian Air Force C-130H carrying newly printed banknotes crashes on landing at El Alto; at least 15 dead

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FAA Considers Summer Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare amid United–American Slot Dispute The FAA is weighing reductions in summer flights at Chicago O’Hare after United and American scheduled more services than the airport can handle, citing overscheduling and congestion risks. The agency plans a meeting next week to discuss forced cuts aimed at averting large delays.

2026-02-27T14:37:19.706032-08:00

FAA Considers Summer Flight Reductions at Chicago O'Hare amid United–American Slot Dispute

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USAF C-146A Wolfhound strikes concrete barrier during roadway takeoff drill in Laoac, Philippines; five injured A U.S. Air Force C-146A Wolfhound transport sustained heavy damage and five occupants were injured after striking a concrete barrier during a roadway takeoff drill near Laoac, Philippines. The incident occurred during training operations and prompted an immediate safety response; formal inquiries will assess causes and operational implications.

2026-02-27T12:56:15.667321-08:00

USAF C-146A Wolfhound strikes concrete barrier during roadway takeoff drill in Laoac, Philippines; five injured

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Iranian drone and missile strikes damage Dubai International terminal, injure four; Gulf airports hit, mass cancellations follow

Australia probes 5G interference risks to aircraft radio altimeters

Drone strike damages Kuwait International Terminal 1, sparks Gulf airspace closures and mass cancellations

Israel orders evacuation of civilian aircraft; El Al suspends Shabbat to reposition fleet amid Iranian strikes

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