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- 1Severe March storm cancels numerous flights across the US●Numerous flights canceled as severe March storm continues
A severe March storm is continuing to disrupt air travel, with numerous flights canceled as the weather system moves through. Airlines are warning passengers of delays and cancellations, and travelers are being urged to check flight status before heading to airports. The storm is one of the more significant weather events of the month, affecting travel plans for many.
- 2Airline WiFi speed test ranks fastest inflight internet●Airline WiFi speed test ranks the fastest inflight internet access
An airline WiFi speed test has ranked carriers by the speed of their inflight internet access, producing a list of the fastest providers. The ranking gives travellers a comparison point when choosing flights with reliable connectivity, as more passengers expect to work and stream in the air.
- 3Flydubai passengers foil attempted plane hijacking●Flydubai: HERO passengers THWART 'jihadi terror attack' plane hijack attempt in SHOCKING footage
Flydubai says passengers overpowered a man who tried to hijack a plane in what is being described as an attempted terror attack, with footage of the incident circulating online. The dramatic scenes, in which travellers intervened to subdue the suspect, have drawn widespread attention and praise for those on board.
- 4Passengers hailed as heroes after suspected plane attack●'Hero' passengers save plane amid suspected terror attack, Netanyahu says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said 'hero' passengers subdued an attacker and saved a plane during a suspected terror incident. The passengers reportedly intervened before the situation escalated, preventing what officials describe as a possible terrorist attack on board. Details about the flight, the suspect and any injuries have not been fully released, and reports are still developing.
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A Scoot flight TR905 departing from Macau was delayed by about two hours after a disruptive passenger had to be removed from the aircraft. Reports from Singapore and regional outlets describe the incident, which affected other travellers on the route. People are sharing the story as another example of unruly passenger behaviour disrupting low-cost flights in Asia.
- 6Iran urges Iraq to lift flight restrictions●Iran urges Iraq to lift flight restrictions, restore normal air travel
Iran has called on Iraq to lift current flight restrictions and restore normal air travel between the two countries. The request, reported by Anadolu Agency, signals growing friction over suspended routes that affect passengers and trade. Relations between Tehran and Baghdad remain close, but airspace and flight access have become a point of negotiation.
- 7ESA's EarthCARE satellite improves volcanic plume monitoring●EarthCARE’s view of volcanic plume boosts air safety
The European Space Agency reports that its EarthCARE satellite has delivered detailed observations of a volcanic plume, information that can help aviation authorities reroute flights and keep passengers safe. Volcanic ash clouds pose serious risks to aircraft engines, and better data on plume height and density is being welcomed as a boost to air safety operations.