Recent test flights suggest the era of electric airplanes is coming closer, but aviation experts caution that achieving commercial use hinges on regulatory approval which has an unknowable timeframe.
Day: October 5, 2022
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Fatal plane crash in Hastings Highlands under investigation
Around 5:45 p.m. on the evening of October 1, a self-built aircraft crashed outside Maynooth, Ont., a 30-minute drive north of Bancroft. The pilot, The pilot of a self-built aircraft died in a crash outside Maynooth, Ont. on the evening of October 1, OPP say. Here’s what happened.
Hardy Scraps Upcoming Tour Dates After Tour Bus Crash
Hardy let fans know that he’s OK but he’s decided to cancel or postpone two upcoming tour stops. The adjustment leaves him without a touring commitment until December.
Single-engine plane goes down in Arundel, Maine – The Boston Globe
The Beechcraft A36 was heading for Biddeford Municipal Airport when it went down at about 1:55 p.m. Wednesday, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement.
Hazy timeframe for reaching electric plane era
Recent test flights suggest the era of electric airplanes is coming closer.
Plane slides off runway at Dayton International Airport
VANDALIA, Ohio (WKEF) — According to the Dayton Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, a plane slid off the runway on Wednesday evening at Dayton International
Col. Merryl Tengesdal, the only Black woman to fly U2 spy plane, inspires St. Paul students
Merryl Tengesdal stood at the front of a school auditorium in St. Paul, wearing a t-shirt that said “Dragon Lady.”
Plane in fatal Hermantown crash only airborne for few minutes
Flight tracking data indicates it crashed into the house shortly after taking off from Duluth International Airport late Saturday night.
All 10 aboard floatplane presumed dead after crash near Whidbey Island
The pilot did not report trouble or issue a mayday, and the plane disappeared from flight-control radar screens. Only one body has been found.
Gatwick: Campaign to save historic plane runs out of time
Heritage aircraft enthusiasts had hoped to relocate the Dart Herald to Kent and restore it.
Hurricane Ian: President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden board plane to Fort Myers
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden boarded Air Force One Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022, to visit Fort Myers, Florida, after Hurricane Ian.
Hood River Fly-In: Come for the planes, stay for the people — General Aviation News
On the smoky weekend of Sept. 10-11, 2022, about 200 fliers and their planes dropped in on WAAAM for the museum’s annual fly-in. If the varied hardware sounds interesting, linger to talk with the pilots and others who traveled here. This fly-in is a relaxed social event where you’re likely to hear tips on flying, restoring aircraft, and maintenance.
Hardy Scraps Upcoming Tour Dates After Tour Bus Crash
Hardy let fans know that he’s OK but he’s decided to cancel or postpone two upcoming tour stops. The adjustment leaves him without a touring commitment until December.
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‘Second class citizen’: man lifted on to plane as Darwin airport had no ramp for wheelchair users
Being carried across the gap between the air bridge and the plane risked his, his wife’s and airline staffs’ safety, says passenger
British Royal Air Force Lands Massive Plane at Paso Robles Airport. Why Is It Here?
On Monday, the RAF landed an A400 Airbus, a transport that’s large enough to carry 116 fully-equipped troops, vehicles, helicopters and more, according to the British Royal Air Force website.
Motorcyclist left fighting for his life after serious crash to appear on Helicopter ER
A veteran motorcyclist left fighting for his life after a serious crash on his way home from visiting family is to appear on Helicopter ER tonight.
It’s a Plane, It’s a Van, It’s the Flying Flamingo
Gino Lucci is used to getting double takes when he hits the road in his custom motorhome. After all, how often do you see the nose of a Douglas DC-3
SEE: Photo Shows Passenger Plane’s Wing Covered in Duct Tape
The photo, taken from a passenger window, showed what is believed to be a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner’s wing dotted with silver duct tape.
Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing In Beaumont, 2 Hospitalized
A medical transport helicopter landed at Highland Springs and Brookside avenues Thursday.
Three dead after an aircraft crashes into Minnesota home – 850 WFTL
(HERMANTOWN, Minnesota)– Three people have died after a small plane crashed into a Minnesota home Saturday night. The incident occurred in Hermantown, located
Air guard members recall plane crash on Fairview Drive 30 years ago – Morgan Messenger
by Trish Rudder It has been 30 years since the C-130 airplane from the 167th Air National Guard crashed on Fairview Drive and killed all six crewmen on board. On October 7, 1992 the cargo plane took off from the Martinsburg airport about 9:12 a.m. and at 9:23 a.m. it[Read More…]
Plane Crashes Into Minnesota Home, Killing Three People
Three people were killed Oct. 1 after their aircraft crashed into a Minnesota home, according to city officials.
Angelina Jolie details Brad Pitt abuse allegations in new filing
In a new court filing, Angelina Jolie alleges that ex-husband Brad Pitt pushed her, physically harmed their children and poured alcohol on them in 2016.