At Least 127 People Killed in Congo Plane Crash
At least 127 people were killed Friday when an airliner missed the runway and crashed in bad weather while attempting to land at an airport in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
COMMENTARY: Have Pillow, Will Travel (As Long As You’re a Girl)
Let’s talk for a minute about pillows. I’m vexed and perplexed by the widespread phenomenon of teenage girls carrying giant fluffy pillows onto airplanes.
Virginia Plane Crash to Be Investigated by Canadian Authorities
A midair plane crash in Virginia that killed two people will be investigated by Canadian authorities, as both pilots were employees of the US Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board.
Ain’t No Party Like an Airport Party: Airline Caterers Stole 100,000 Mini Booze Bottles
18 JFK Airport workers were arrested for stealing and reselling over $750K of alcohol and duty free items from American Airlines flights.
Boeing 787 Dreamliner Finally Gets Off the Ground
Boeing today sent its new 787 Dreamliner on its maiden test flight, marking the first time a mostly composite airliner has taken to the air.