On May 26, 1971, Peter Macari executed a notorious extortion scheme aboard Qantas Flight 755, holding 128 passengers and crew hostage while demanding $500,000. Inspired by a television show, Macari used gelignite and an altimeter to create a fake bomb …
On October 20, 2018, an Air India Boeing 787-8 faced a serious incident at Hong Kong International Airport, prompting an investigation by the Air Accident Investigation Authority (AAIA). Report IVR-2025-02 revealed that fluctuations in the Instrument Landing System (ILS) signal …
Air India, under the Tata Group, successfully transported sacred Guru Granth Sahib Saroops from Delhi to Hong Kong, showcasing cultural respect and religious devotion. The business class section of the aircraft was dedicated to these revered texts, treated as living …
Cathay Pacific has announced the launch of direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) starting April 28, 2025. The four-times-weekly service will utilize Airbus A330-300 aircraft, marking Urumqi as the airline’s 20th destination …
On March 6, 2025, Cathay Pacific Flight CX233 from Hong Kong to Milan was diverted to Lanzhou, China, due to a left engine failure after 4.5 hours of flight. The crew prioritized safety, opting for Lanzhou over an alternative landing …
Cathay Pacific Airways will restart direct flights from Hong Kong to Rome, beginning June 5, 2025. This seasonal service will operate three times a week, enhancing travel options to Italy’s capital and complementing existing flights to Milan, which will become …
On December 21, 2024, Cathay Pacific’s flight CX812 from Hong Kong to Boston was diverted to Tokyo due to an unruly passenger, causing a 15-hour delay. The disruptive individual was arrested and permanently banned from future flights. The airline apologized …
Etihad Airways has announced the addition of ten new destinations for 2025, aimed at enhancing Abu Dhabi’s status as a global business and tourism hub. CEO Antonoaldo Neves stated the expansion responds to rising customer demand, with destinations including Algiers, …
Malaysia Airlines Flight MH79, carrying 154 passengers and crew, diverted to Ho Chi Minh City today, November 24, 2024, due to technical issues en route from Hong Kong to Kuala Lumpur. The Boeing 737-800 landed safely at Tan Son Nhat …
Cathay Pacific plans to launch daily direct flights to Hyderabad, India, starting March 30, 2025, enhancing its connectivity in the region. Initially, the service will operate three times a week using Airbus A330-300 aircraft, increasing to five flights weekly from …
