Changi Airport Crowned World's Best Once Again: Singapore's Global Hub Reignites Glory

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CDuBL" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CDuBL.jpg"/> <p> Changi Airport has been named the world's best airport for 2025 at the World Airport Awards organized by London-based aviation consultancy Skytrax after losing the title to Qatar's Hamad International Airport last year. </p> <p class="Normal"> Doha's Hamad International Airport fell to the second position, succeeded by Tokyo International Airport in Japan and then Incheon International Airport in South Korea. </p> <p class="Normal"> The rankings were derived from a worldwide survey carried out by Skytrax, collecting feedback from more than 13 million airport travelers spanning over 100 nations from August 2024 through February 2025. </p> <p class="Normal"> Travelers rated airports on their experiences at various stages of their journey, including check-in, arrivals, transfers, shopping, security, immigration, and boarding. </p> <p class="Normal"> At Changi, which houses the planet's biggest indoor waterfall, travelers can utilize self-service kiosks for check-ins along with biometric verification to expedite the immigration process. </p> <p class="Normal"> Recently, it has become one of the premier airports globally to provide passport-free immigration processing across all terminals, enabling passengers to complete immigration formalities in approximately 10 seconds. </p>

Changi Airport Crowned World's Best Once Again: Singapore's Global Hub Reignites Glory

Changi Airport has been named the world's best airport for 2025 at the World Airport Awards organized by London-based aviation consul...

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Da Nang's Noi Bai Airport Soars to New Heights in Global Skytrax Rankings

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CFGXS" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CFGXS.jpg"/> <p> Hanoi's Noi Bai climbed 17 spots from last year to 79th while Da Nang rose 10 places to 84th in this year's global ranking of 100 best airports as voted by Skytrax, a British airline and airport review and ranking site. </p> <p class="Normal"> The ranking is part of the annual World Airport Awards 2025, based on passenger satisfaction surveys across various categories, including check-in, arrivals, transfers, shopping, security, immigration, and departure processes. </p> <p class="Normal"> In recent years, Noi Bai Airport has improved its services by adding phone charging stations, providing free Wi-Fi, and upgrading facilities to better accommodate passengers with disabilities. </p> <p class="Normal"> The airport's T2 international terminal was expanded at a cost of VND5 trillion (US$196.4 million), with additional check-in counters and scanners installed to boost its capacity to 10–15 million passengers annually. </p> <p class="Normal"> Located approximately three kilometers from downtown Da Nang, the airport has implemented an automated passport control system aimed at reducing the burden on immigration staff, expediting processes for travelers, and improving safety measures. </p> <p class="Normal"> Changi Airport Singapore was crowned the world's top airport this year, with Hamad International Airport in Qatar coming in second place, followed by Tokyo International Airport in Japan and Incheon International Airport in South Korea. </p>

Da Nang's Noi Bai Airport Soars to New Heights in Global Skytrax Rankings

Hanoi's Noi Bai climbed 17 spots from last year to 79th while Da Nang rose 10 places to 84th in this year's global ranking of 100...

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Italy and Greece Travel Alert: Aviation Strikes Set to Disrupt Flights Tomorrow – International Edition (English)

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CxwJD" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CxwJD.jpg"/> <p> Air travel across Europe may be disrupted this week due to threats of strikes by workers in the aviation industry. </p> <p> Strikes are planned for tomorrow, 9 April, in Italy and Greece, which may impact families taking a trip during the UK’s school break. Those planning trips in the run-up to the Easter holiday could be impacted, too. </p> <p> Travellers are advised to check their flight status regularly and prepare for potential delays and cancellations. </p> <h2> Italy: EasyJet Cabin Crew Strike </h2> <p> <strong> EasyJet </strong> Flight attendants associated with Italian labor unions (FILT, CGIL, and UIL) plan to go on strike on April 9th between 10:30 am and 2:30 pm CET. </p> <p> Industrial actions are anticipated to impact certain flights arriving at and departing from Milan and Naples airports. </p> <p> "We want to assure our customers that we are making every effort to reduce any disruptions caused by the strike action. If any flights are affected, we will reach out to them personally to discuss their alternatives and assist in rescheduling their trips," the company stated. <strong> airline </strong> as reported by the UK newspaper The Independent. </p> <h2> Greece: Air Traffic Controllers Plan Strikes </h2> <p> The strike in Italy occurs on the same day as protests taking place elsewhere. <strong> Greece </strong> , possibly exacerbating travel disruptions throughout the continent. </p> <p> Greek air traffic controllers have planned a 24-hour strike called by the public sector employee federation ADEDY on 9 April. </p> <p> ADEDY is demanding the reinstatement of bonus holiday salaries, real wage increases and measures to combat Greece’s <strong> housing crisis </strong> . </p> <div class="c-widget-related"> <div class="c-widget-related__title"> <b class="c-widget-related__title__text"> Related </b> </div> <ul class="c-widget-related__list"> <li class="c-widget-related__item"> Symbol of a connected Europe: Eurostar's drive for reinvention amid Brexit, competition and strikes </li> <li class="c-widget-related__item"> Europe's travel strikes: Flight and train disruption you can expect in 2025 </li> </ul> </div> <p> “Unfortunately, air traffic control in <strong> Greece </strong> is in a bad situation as we have staffing shortages and equipment problems which cause a lot of delays in the last years and will cause a lot this year as well,” the Greek Air Traffic Controllers’ Association told The Independent. </p> <p> ​The group added that staff would restrict flight handling during the walkout to medical and search and rescue services, humanitarian aid and military flights, and emergencies, according to the Greek media. </p> <p> This means commercial flights to and from the country will bear the brunt of the <strong> disruption </strong> . </p> <p> Visitors are encouraged to monitor their flight status frequently and be prepared for potential delays and cancellations. </p>

Italy and Greece Travel Alert: Aviation Strikes Set to Disrupt Flights Tomorrow – International Edition (English)

Air travel across Europe may be disrupted this week due to threats of strikes by workers in the aviation industry. Strikes are planned...

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Airline Passenger Arrested Following Boozy In-Flight Meltdown

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CJvdX" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CJvdX.jpg"/> <p> A man from Australia made an appearance in court earlier this week to respond to allegations of disorderly behavior related to an event in March where he supposedly struck the wall of the airport terminal while intoxicated. press release as reported by the Australian Federal Police (AFP). </p> <p align="center"> <strong> Related: American Airlines Flight Redirected Because of a Passenger’s Outburst </strong> </p> <p> The individual, who is 37 years old, was apparently quite drunk when he got onto the aircraft, causing the cabin crew to ask for him to be taken off the flight. During his conversation with personnel at the departure gate, the man supposedly turned "noisy and hostile" toward the team prior to him "smacking the wall near the boarding gate with an outstretched hand." </p> <p align="center"> <strong> Related: Passenger Detained and Accused Following Chaos on Well-Liked Airline </strong> </p> <p> "Our airports represent a communal and secure environment, and both airport and airline personnel shouldn’t be burdened with handling drunk travelers, verbal harassment, or any other misconduct," stated the AFP. The organization further noted that the individual involved declined to provide identification when confronted by law enforcement at the location. "We collaborate closely with our counterparts in the aviation sector to take action whenever someone exhibits hostile conduct within or near an airport premises," the statement ended. </p> <p> The Perth Magistrates Court has accused the individual of two offenses: one count of behaving disruptively in public and another of not adhering to an official’s directive. Given that each accusation carries a top fine of $6,000, he could potentially face fines totaling up to $12,000 due to his untimely misconduct. </p>

Airline Passenger Arrested Following Boozy In-Flight Meltdown

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Cepat dan Murah ke Bandara Soekarno Hatta dengan TransJakarta

<p> TransJakarta adalah sarana transportasi utama bagi penduduk Jakarta dan sekitarnya. Di samping menyediakan berbagai tipe armada bus, TransJakarta juga menghubungkan beberapa lokasi strategis, termasuk Bandara Soekarno Hatta yang terletak di Tangerang, Banten. </p> <p> Pemerintah Provinsi DKI Jakarta sudah meluncurkan layanan bus Transjakarta ke arah Bandara Soekarno-Hatta mulai tahun 2023. Dengan demikian, para penumpang dapat menggunakan moda transportasi ini untuk pergi ke bandara dengan biaya terjangkau serta terhindar dari kemacetan lalu lintas. </p> <p> Perhatikan informasi selengkapnya tentang cara menuju bandara Soekarno-Hatta di bawah ini, yuk! </p> <h2> 1. Pilih rute SH1 </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1zjH0O" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1zjH0O.jpg"/> <p> Berikut ini petunjuk perjalanan menggunakan Transjakarta untuk mencapai Bandara Soekarno-Hatta. </p> <ol> <li> Pastikan Anda mempunyai saldo di kartu uang elektrik seperti misalnya Flazz, Brizzi, Mandiri e-money, TapCash, dan sebagainya. </li> <li> Ambil jalur SH1 yang menghubungkan Kalideres dengan Perkantoran Soekarno Hatta, lalu berhenti di Stasiun Kereta Api Bandara Soekarno-Hatta. </li> <li> Jangan lupa untuk tap-in dan tap-out saat naik Transjakarta. </li> <li> Sesudah tiba di Stasiun KA Bandara, masuklah ke dalam area stasiun tersebut, kemudian lanjutkan perjalanan dengan naik ke lantai dua untuk mencapai Shelter Kalayang. </li> <li> Kereta Kalayang dapat diakses tanpa biaya bagi para penumpang penerbangan yang berkeinginan pergi ke Terminal 1, 2, atau 3 dari Bandara Soekarno-Hatta. </li> </ol> <h2> 2. Titik pemberhentian </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1y2qji" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1y2qji.jpg"/> <p> Berikut adalah sejumlah tempat berhenti untuk koridor SH1 Transjakarta yang menghubungkan Kalideres ke Perkantoran Bandara Soekarno-Hatta. </p> <ol> <li> Halte Kalideres 1. </li> <li> Pos Polisi Daan Mogot Baru. </li> <li> Jalan Bedegul. </li> <li> SMAN 84. </li> <li> Simpang Jalan Peta Selatan. </li> <li> Sekolah Kairos Garcia. </li> <li> Jalan Citra Garden VII. </li> <li> Jalan Alam Raya. </li> <li> Jalan Rawa Lele. </li> <li> Jalan Husen Sastranegara 2. </li> <li> Gerbang SHIA 1. </li> <li> Seberang Sowan Wisata Belanja. </li> <li> Jalan Lapangan Golf Cengkareng 1. </li> <li> Soewarna Foodhall 1. </li> <li> Jalan Lapangan Golf Cengkareng No. 3. </li> <li> Terminal Kargo 1. </li> <li> Terminal Kargo 2. </li> <li> Perkantoran Soekarno-Hatta. </li> </ol> <h2> 3. Tarif Transjakarta </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1y5s3y" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1y5s3y.jpg"/> <p> Para penumpang yang berencana memanfaatkan Transjakarta pada rute SH1 cukup merogok kocek senilai Rp3.500 untuk tiap individunya. Layanan ini tersedia setiap harinya dan akan terus beroperasi sampai pukul 24:00 Waktu Indonesia Bagian Barat (WIB). </p> <p> Berikut adalah langkah-langkah menuju Bandara Soekarno-Hatta menggunakan Transjakarta. Dengan demikian, Anda ikut berkontribusi dalam pengurangan kemacetan di Jakarta. Ayo, kita gunakan layanan Transjakarta! </p>

Cepat dan Murah ke Bandara Soekarno Hatta dengan TransJakarta

TransJakarta adalah sarana transportasi utama bagi penduduk Jakarta dan sekitarnya. Di samping menyediakan berbagai tipe armada bus, Trans...

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Plane Bounces Repeatedly on Tampa Runway During Landing, Video Reveals

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA14VSOw" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA14VSOw.jpg"/> <p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/video/AA1C9Xi8" data-reference="video"/> <p> A striking video showed a tiny aircraft bobbing up and down on the runway. Tampa International Airport while trying to land. </p> <p> On March 27, the incident occurred when the red Cirrus SR22 propeller plane was coming in from the direction of Myrtle Beach. </p> <p> "Bouncing, bouncing, oh no! Don’t crash! Holy c---" a voice exclaims as video shows the plane oscillating up and down. </p> <p> "As soon as it landed, the plane started bouncing multiple times," said Steven Markovich, a witness who was recording the event. aviation show at the airport, told Storyful. "Wisely the pilot aborted the landing and did a go around. Second time was a perfect landing." </p> <p> <strong> OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL EXAMINING A SMALL AIRCRAFT ACCIDENT; PILOTLER FATALITY REPORTED </strong> </p> <p> A representative from the Federal Aviation Administration informed Fox News Digital that the agency does not possess a report regarding this issue. </p> <p> <strong> REVIEW ON THE FOX NEWS APPLICATION </strong> </p> <p> "This appears to be a small private jet executing what is called a ‘go-around,’ which is not uncommon and is not considered unsafe," Tampa International Airport spokesperson Emily Nipps told Fox News Digital on Wednesday. </p> <p> <strong> PLANE CRASH NEAR MINNEAPOLIS SENDS HOME UP IN FLAMES WITH NO SURVIVORS ON BOARD </strong> </p> <p> "We don’t have any information about the plane or its pilot/passengers, and no emergency response was activated on the day the video was posted," she added. </p> <p> The video concludes with the aircraft successfully touching down at the airport. Florida airport. </p> <p> "The second attempt proved to be successful," the voice in the clip remarked. </p> </p> <p> <p> Original article source: A plane bounces on the runway at Tampa Airport during an attempted landing, as seen in a video clip. </p> </p>

Plane Bounces Repeatedly on Tampa Runway During Landing, Video Reveals

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ブルーインパルス、関空に駐機へ 大阪・関西万博開幕日の飛行前

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1C8P2o" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1C8P2o.jpg"/> <p> 大阪・関西万博の開幕日（13日）に会場周辺を飛行する航空自衛隊の「ブルーインパルス」が、開幕数日前から関西国際空港に駐機されることが判明した。複数の関係者が毎日新聞の取材に明らかにした。地元有志らが機体の招致を求めてきた経緯から歓迎が予想される一方、民間利用が原則の関空に自衛隊機が駐機することは議論を呼ぶ可能性もある。 </p> <p> ブルーインパルスは航空自衛隊松島基地（宮城県東松島市）の第4航空団に所属する「第11飛行隊」が正式名称。空自の存在や操縦技術をアピールする専門チームとして、国家的なイベントや航空祭で華麗なアクロバット飛行を披露している。大阪では1970年の大阪万博や90年の国際花と緑の博覧会（花博）でも飛行している。 </p> <p> 関係者によると、万博で飛行するための発着地として関西周辺にある複数の空港を検討した結果、海上に造られ騒音被害の懸念が少なく、万博会場の夢洲（ゆめしま）にも近い関空が最適と判断された模様だ。 </p> <p> 機体は万博開幕日の数日前から駐機され、開幕当日は正午ごろに夢洲周辺を飛行する予定。これに加え、大阪万博のシンボル「太陽の塔」など、大阪府内の複数のランドマーク周辺を飛ぶ案も浮上している。 </p> <p> 関空は騒音問題が深刻化していた大阪（伊丹）空港に代わる新飛行場として、大阪湾の沖合を埋め立てて94年に開港。関空を運営する関西エアポートなどによると、過去には国際会議で海外の要人らが軍用輸送機を使って利用するケースがあったという。【二村祐士朗、斉藤朋恵】 </p>

ブルーインパルス、関空に駐機へ 大阪・関西万博開幕日の飛行前

大阪・関西万博の開幕日（13日）に会場周辺を飛行する航空自衛隊の「ブルーインパルス」が、開幕数日前から関西国際空港に駐機されることが判明した。複数の関係者が毎日新聞の取材に明らかにした。地元有志らが機体の招致を求めてきた経緯から歓迎が予想される一方、民間利用が原則の関空に自...

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Direct vs Nonstop vs Transit: Apa Bedanya? Pilih yang Mana?

<p> Kalau bingung saat memesan tiket pesawat karena ada istilah direct, nonstop, dan transit (layover), Kamu tidak sendirian, banyak orang masih keliru tentang istilah-istilah tersebut, meskipun hal itu sangat berpengaruh pada kenyamanan serta efisiensi perjalanannmu. </p> <p> Coba bayangin, kamu yakin telah membeli tiket yang tidak ada pemberhentianannya, tetapi ternyata pesawat mendarat di sebuah kota lain sebelum mencapai destinasi akhirnya. Pasti bikin kepala pusing, ya? </p> <p> Untuk menghindari kesalahan dalam pemilihan lagi, mari kita teliti perbedaan antara jenis-jenis penerbangan tersebut. direct, nonstop, Dan transit. Pada artikel ini, Anda akan memahami makna sesungguhnya dari setiap jenis penerbangan beserta dengan keuntungan dan kerugiannya. Setelah membacanya hingga akhir, Anda pasti akan lebih siap dalam menentukan jenis penerbangan mana yang cocok berdasarkan keperluan Anda! </p> <h2> 1. Apakah yang dimaksud dengan penerbangan langsung tanpa transit? </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1C80GX" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1C80GX.jpg"/> <p> Penerbangan nonstop Merupakan perjalanan udara yang membawa Anda secara langsung dari tempat keberangkatan hingga mencapai destinasi terakhir tanpa transit di manapun. Dengan begitu, sesudah memasuki pesawat, Anda tidak akan turun sampai tiba di kota tujuan. </p> <p> <strong> Kelebihan penerbangan nonstop: </strong> </p> <ul> <li> Rapid dan tepat sasaran: tidak ada hambatan sepanjang perjalanan, ini adalah opsi tercepat untuk mencapai destinasi dengan mudah. </li> <li> Lebih menyenangkan: Anda tidak perlu repot berpindah pesawat, tidak perlu menunggu di bandara lain, dan tanpa risiko kehilangan jadwal terbang selanjutnya. </li> <li> Minimal stres: Peluang lebih rendah untuk terjadi delay karena tidak terdapat proses transit ataupun penukaran pesawat. </li> </ul> <p> <strong> Kekurangan penerbangan nonstop: </strong> </p> <ul> <li> Biaya yang lebih tinggi: Meskipun praktis dan kilat, harga tiket cenderung lebih mahal daripada tipe penerbangan lainnya. </li> <li> Tidak setiap saat terdapat: Tidak semua jalur memiliki opsi nonstop, Apalagi jika Anda terbang menuju kota yang lebih kecil atau terpencil. </li> </ul> <h2> 2. Apa yang dimaksud dengan penerbangan langsung? </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BWDn9" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BWDn9.jpg"/> <p> Penerbangan direct sering disalahartikan sebagai nonstop. Padahal, penerbangan direct Bisa jadi akan mendarat di satu atau beberapa bandara sebelum mencapai destinasi terakhir. Tetapi jangan khawatir, Anda tidak perlu meninggalkan pesawat atau mengubah penerbangan tersebut. Nomor penerbangan ini akan selalu sama mulai dari awal hingga akhir perjalanan. </p> <p> <strong> Kelebihan penerbangan direct: </strong> </p> <ul> <li> Lebih beragam opsi jalur: Sesuai untuk yang mencari variasi rute nonstop Tidak ada penerbangan menuju tujuan Anda. </li> <li> Lebih terjangkau secara finansial: Umumnya lebih ekonomis daripada itu nonstop, jadi pas untukmu yang ingin hemat namun tak mau repot dengan berganti pesawat. </li> </ul> <p> <strong> Kekurangan penerbangan direct: </strong> </p> <ul> <li> Waktu yang Lebih Lama: Dengan adanya titik istirahat di perjalanan, durasinya menjadi lebih ekstensif. </li> <li> Bisa membuat capek: Meskipun tidak berpindah pesawat, Anda masih perlu menunggu di dalam pesawat selama transit, hal ini mungkin akan terasa menjemukan atau menguras energi khususnya jika waktu tunggunya cukup lama. </li> </ul> <h2> 3. Apa yang dimaksud dengan penerbangan transit atau layover? </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1C7Ym0" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1C7Ym0.jpg"/> <p> Kalau ambil penerbangan Transit bermakna Anda akan mendarat di bandar udara tertentu dan memerlukan penerbangan pengganti. Umumnya, Anda pun dituntut untuk mengambil bagasi kabin Anda serta melewati tahap keamanan lagi. boarding Ulang. Jenis penerbangan ini juga disebut sebagai connecting flight. </p> <p> <strong> Kelebihan penerbangan transit: </strong> </p> <ul> <li> Lebih hemat biayanya: Ini merupakan tipe penerbangan yang paling bersahabat dengan kantong dibandingkan ketiga opsi tersebut. </li> <li> Lebih adaptif bisa: Sesuai untuk Anda yang tidak terburu-buru dan malah ingin menghabiskan waktu berkeliling kota tujuan transito tersebut. stopover jika waktu transitasinya melebihi 24 jam). </li> </ul> <p> <strong> Kekurangan penerbangan transit: </strong> </p> <ul> <li> Lebih rumit: Kau perlu berpindah pesawat, kemungkinan besar juga harus berganti terminal, dan membawa kembali seluruh bagasimu. </li> <li> Risiko delay Lebih Tinggi: Jika Pesawat Pertama delay, Anda mungkin akan melewatkan penerbangan selanjutnya. </li> <li> Lelah dan membuang waktu: Rute perjalanan dapat menjadi jauh lebih lama akibat durasi menunggu di bandara. </li> </ul> <h2> 4. Rute penerbangan manakah yang lebih baik untuk dipilih? </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1C85D8" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1C85D8.jpg"/> <p> Tiap tipe penerbangan memiliki keuntungan dan kerugiannya masing-masing. Opsi ideal bergantung pada preferensi Anda, lho. </p> <ul> <li> Jika Anda berburu waktu dan menginginkan petualangan yang lancar tanpa kerumitan, pilihannya adalah nonstop. </li> <li> Jika Anda menginginkan harga yang lebih murah tetapi tidak ingin berpindah pesawat, pililhannya adalah direct. </li> <li> Jika Anda memiliki waktu senggang dan berhemat adalah prioritas, penerbangan transit dapat menjadi alternatif yang menarik. </li> </ul> <p> Di samping itu, pastikan juga untuk memeriksa rincian perjalanan terbang ketika Anda memesan karcis. Terkadang terminologi direct Bisa menimbulkan kesalahpahaman jika Anda menganggap bahwa hal tersebut berarti pesawat tidak berhenti sama sekali. Pastikan untuk memeriksa total waktu perjalanan serta apakah terdapat singgahan di pertengahan perjalanannya. </p> <h2> 5. Saran untuk terbang dengan nyaman dan menghindari hambatan selama penerbangan </h2> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1C6HuD" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1C6HuD.jpg"/> <ol> <li> Apabila memutuskan menggunakan penerbangan transit,pastikan memberi ruang waktu yang cukup (setidaknya 2-3 jam) di antara jadwal keberangkatan dan kedatangan untuk mencegah kemungkinan tertinggal dari pesawat Anda. </li> <li> Bawa hanya keperluan minimum di kabin untuk tidak mengandalkan bagasi, apalagi saat transit. </li> <li> Cek hak penumpang. Jika terjadi delay atau cancel, kamu mungkin berhak dapat kompensasi. </li> </ol> <p> Sekarang kamu sudah tahu perbedaan penerbangan nonstop, direct, dan transit. Ketiganya sah-sah aja dipilih, tergantung kebutuhan dan kenyamanan kamu. Jangan cuma lihat harga tiket, tapi juga pertimbangkan waktu tempuh, kenyamanan selama perjalanan, dan fleksibilitas jadwalmu. </p> <p> Gak ada pilihan yang benar atau salah, yang penting kamu paham apa yang kamu pesan, dan siap dengan kondisi selama perjalanan. Sebelum booking tiket berikutnya, pastikan kamu cek dengan teliti dan pilih jenis penerbangan yang paling cocok buatmu. </p>

Direct vs Nonstop vs Transit: Apa Bedanya? Pilih yang Mana?

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Avelo Airlines Jet Illuminated by Blue Laser Near Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, FAA Investigates

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Cma86" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Cma86.jpg"/> <p> The Federal Aviation Administration reported that an Avelo Airlines aircraft, which departed from a New Hampshire airport, was targeted with a laser. </p> <p> The crew of Avelo Airlines flight 1170 reported encountering a blue laser illumination at approximately 9:40 p.m. on Friday, roughly 15 miles away from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, according to the FAA. </p> Subscribe to our Newsletters <p> <strong> >> Get updates on the move with the free WMUR app: </strong> Apple | Google Play <strong> << </strong> </p> <p> Based on flight tracking information, the aircraft was en route to Concord, North Carolina. The FAA stated that no one was injured and local law enforcement agencies were informed. </p> <p> "From a safety standpoint, there’s truly no adequate preparation for such an event. While we receive training on managing weather conditions and challenging situations during crucial parts of flying, nothing can get us ready to cope with losing our vision, even if it’s only brief," stated commercial pilot Tom Pasquariello. </p> <p> 12,840 laser strikes were reported by aviators in 2024, marking a three percent decline from 2023. </p> <p> "When you send it out into the night sky, or it increases in width, it can light up a whole cockpit," said Tom Kinton, an aviation expert. </p> <p> Anyone who shines a laser at an aircraft can face fines up to $11,000 per violation and can face local, state and federal criminal penalties. </p> <p> The FAA said it will investigate. </p> <p> <b> TOP STORIES FROM WMUR: </b> </p> <p> 1 individual apprehended in relation to bank heist in New Ipswich </p> <p> Déjà vu for Laconia woman who had a bear try to get into her porch </p> <p> Trump’s Tariffs, Stock Market Declines, Global Trade War — Here’s a Chronology: </p> <p> One person suffers minor injuries after fire in Bristol, firefighters say </p> <p> Man reportedly exposes himself to clerk at New Hampshire store </p> <p> <b> READ THE FULL STORY: </b> <b> An Avelo Airlines aircraft was targeted by a blue laser near Manchester-Boston Regional Airport, according to the FAA. </b> </p> <p> <b> CHECK OUT WMUR: </b> <b> Get the top New Hampshire news of the day. With the latest Manchester news, weather and sports, WMUR is your local news leader. </b> </p>

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Nielson Field Rebranded as Ayala Triangle: Makati's Bustling Streets Transform

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Cn1qH" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Cn1qH.jpg"/> <p> Nielsen Field came into existence in 1937 with roots firmly planted in civil and commercial domains. Initially, it wasn’t conceived as a military airbase. Instead, it was dedicated to Laurie Reuben Nielsen, a businessman from Manila. Born in New Zealand, he married an American woman. His vision included establishing an aviation training institution in Manila. </p> <p> Mr. Nielson managed to secure a substantial piece of land through leasing from the Ayala Hacienda in Makati. This hacienda belonged to the Ayala family. Zobel de Ayala The family, who held significant wealth and power in the Philippines, owned land that was utilized for cultivating rice. The location of Nielson Field was situated fairly near to this area. Nichols Field . </p> <p> The construction of the 42-hectare site was completed in just half a year. To expedite the building of the airport, the project utilized 80,000 gallons of asphalt and employed 1,000 laborers. </p> <p> The airport featured two runways along with an imposing control tower. Following its completion in 1937, it became the biggest and most well-equipped facility of its kind across Asia. During this period, there was significant demand for global air commerce and shipping. </p> <p> The recently built flight academy at the airstrip was named the American Far East School of Aviation. Two commercial carriers operated out of Nielsen; one was known as the Iloilo-Negros Express, and the second carrier was the Philippine Air Taxi Company. The latter evolved into what we now know as Philippine Airlines (PAL). </p> <p> As Japanese aggression persisted across Asia and Southeast Asia during the early 1940s, Mr. Nielsen's business endeavor shifted and relocated in October 1941 under the jurisdiction of the Far East Air Force (FEAF), which came under the command of the United States Armed Forces of the Far East (USAFFE). </p> <p> General Douglas MacArthur served as the Commander of USAFFE. Nielsen Field functioned as the base for FEAF. Upon his arrival at Nielsen Field on November 7, 1941, Major General Lewis Brereton took up his new role as the leader of FEAF. </p> <p> On December 10, 1941, Nielson Field suffered an attack from the Japanese forces. The facility faced considerable destruction as a result. Soon after, Mr. Nielson was apprehended by the Japanese and transported to the University of Santo Tomas, also known as the Santo Tomas Internment Camp (STIC). </p> <p> The STIC served as the internment site for American civilians during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines. Upon discovering that Mr. Nielson held British citizenship rather than being an American civilian, he was moved to Hong Kong. Sadly, his whereabouts remain unknown since then. </p> <p> Today, Nielson Field no longer stands. The previous runways of the airbase now form part of an active commercial and business district in Metro Manila known as the Ayala Triangle area in Makati. </p> <p> Parts of the former runways have been transformed into bustling city thoroughfares known as Ayala Avenue and Roxas Boulevard. </p> <p> The Nielson Air Traffic Control Tower remains intact to this day. It stands as the sole building from before World War II still extant in Makati. Over the years, the Nielson control tower has served various functions, such as housing a museum and operating as a restaurant. </p> <p> Dennis Edward Flake has authored three books on Philippine-American history. As a public historian and ex-park ranger with experience in interpretation for the National Park Service at the Eisenhower National Historic Site in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, he focuses on historical communication. For further contact, you may reach out to him directly. flakedennis@gmail.com </p>

Nielson Field Rebranded as Ayala Triangle: Makati's Bustling Streets Transform

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10 things you should never do on a plane

<p> Flying can be exciting, but certain actions can make the journey unpleasant for you and those around you. Some behaviors can even get you in trouble with airline staff or fellow passengers. In this article, there are things you should never do on a plane. </p> 1. Don’t Ignore Safety Instructions <p> This is one thing you should never do on a plane. Many passengers skip the safety demonstration or ignore the safety card. However, knowing what to do in an emergency can save your life. Always listen to flight attendants and locate the nearest exit as soon as you board. </p> 2. Don’t Walk Around Barefoot <p> Planes are not as clean as you might think. The floor, especially in restrooms, carries germs and bacteria. Always wear shoes, even if you just want to stretch your legs. </p> 3. Don’t Drink Too Much Alcohol <p> Airplane cabins have lower oxygen levels, which can make alcohol affect you more than usual. Excessive drinking can lead to dehydration, nausea, and even aggressive behavior. Drink responsibly and stay hydrated with water. </p> 4. Don’t Use Both Armrests <p> If you’re sitting in the middle seat, you’re entitled to both armrests. But don’t take up extra space if you’re in the aisle or window seat. It’s just bad airplane etiquette. Be considerate of your seatmates and share space politely. </p> 5. Don’t Be Rude to Flight Attendants <p> Flight attendants are there for your safety, not to serve you like a restaurant waiter. Rude behavior can result in being denied service or even getting reported to authorities. Be polite and respectful. They deal with hundreds of passengers daily. </p> Related News US: Southwest Airlines plane aborts landing to avoid colliding with private jet USA: Plane with 10 on board goes missing Two found dead in Florida JetBlue plane’s landing gear 6. Don’t Recline Your Seat Without Checking <p> Reclining your seat without warning can be uncomfortable for the person behind you, especially if they’re eating or using a laptop. Always check before reclining and do it slowly to avoid disturbing others. </p> 7. Don’t Leave Your Phone on Loud <p> Nobody wants to hear notification sounds or loud ringtones mid-flight. Always switch your phone to silent mode or use headphones. </p> 8. Don’t Ignore Seatbelt Signs <p> Even if the flight seems smooth, turbulence can happen suddenly, and cause injuries. Keep your seatbelt fastened whenever you’re seated. </p> 9. Don’t Eat Strong-Smelling Food <p> Bringing smelly food like fish or spicy meals can make the cabin unpleasant for everyone around you. Choose neutral-smelling snacks that won’t bother other passengers. </p> 10. Don’t Lean on Other Passengers <p> Falling asleep on a stranger’s shoulder can be awkward and uncomfortable for them. Bring a neck pillow to keep your head steady. </p> <p> By avoiding these mistakes, you’ll have a more comfortable and pleasant flight experience. </p> <p align="left"> Get real-time news updates from Tribune Online! Follow us on WhatsApp for breaking news, exclusive stories and interviews, and much more. Join our WhatsApp Channel now </p> Tags: AirplanesPlane Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).

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Airbus, Boeing eye fast output as plastics loom for future jets

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Bxfxh" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Bxfxh.jpg"/> <p> By Tim Hepher </p> <p> PARIS () - Airbus and Boeing are preparing the aerospace industry for sharp increases in output of the next generation of workhorse jets to some 100 a month each, as they explore lighter plastic materials and robotic assembly, industry sources said. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Bxd75" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Bxd75.jpg"/> <p> Facing weak supply chains and a potentially lengthy wait for future engine developments, the world's two largest planemakers are years away from launching projects to replace their decades-old Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 series, which remain in demand. </p> <p> But both told a packed technical audience at a Paris composites fair this month that they were already making progress in researching what the succeeding generation of models could be made of - and in turn how fast they could be built. </p> <p> "The goal is to recommend the best approach to transition...(to) the next airplane programme," Randy Wilkerson, who represents Boeing in a NASA research project for high-capacity manufacturing called HiCAM, told the JEC World conference in Paris. </p> <p> The airplanes that future models would replace are built of aluminium under methods perfected over decades. But composites are being considered for their lighter weight and flowing shape. </p> <p> Already heavily used on larger jets like the Boeing 787 and Airbus A350, composites save fuel and emissions but currently need time-consuming handling in pressurised autoclave ovens. </p> <p> To meet the demand for much larger numbers of small jets, both planemakers are increasingly studying manufacturing based on novel materials like thermoplastics at faster speeds. </p> <p> Speakers said ongoing studies assume future production of 80 jets a month each for Airbus and Boeing: more than twice what Boeing is producing now, following a safety crisis, and higher than Airbus' repeatedly delayed target of 75 a month. </p> <p> However, sources told that both planemakers are telling the composites industry they want to go even further and be ready for speeds as high as 100 a month each, a blistering pace equivalent to one roughly 200-seat jet every few hours. </p> <p> Boeing and Airbus declined to comment. </p> <p> THERMOPLASTICS </p> <p> It's a major gamble for an industry that first used composites in the 1970s but never at such ambitious rates. </p> <p> Analysts say production capacity will be as important a battleground in tomorrow's jet industry as picking the right designs, as the West faces rising competition from China. </p> <p> Until now structural parts for jets like the 787 have been made of a type of composite known as thermoset, which maintains its shape and toughness once cured in autoclaves. </p> <p> Possible future techniques include an evolution of the existing production system with faster curing times. "It's a lower risk approach but has a lot of potential," Wilkerson said. </p> <p> Also in the mix is resin infusion - a technique typically used to make boats but which could be used to make automated production of some components without needing an autoclave. </p> <p> But increasingly, thermoplastics are causing a buzz in aerospace, according to delegates at the world's largest composites event, where Airbus, GKN and others showcased part of the world's largest thermoplastic fuselage structure. </p> <p> The advantage of thermoplastic is that it can be reheated and remoulded to produce a single, flowing aerodynamic shape. </p> <p> "You can melt it and reshape it in any way you like," said Lukas Raps of German Aerospace Centre DLR. </p> <p> Such parts can also be welded using advanced methods like ultrasound rather than attached with rivets, reducing weight. </p> <p> And they are less likely to need autoclaves - a major time and energy saving when contemplating large output increases. </p> <p> "Without a doubt, thermoplastic materials provide us with opportunities that we lack when working with thermosets," said York Roth, a prominent researcher at Airbus in Germany, during his address at the conference. </p> <p> Shifting from using physical titanium fasteners to welding on structural components might encounter certification challenges. </p> <p> Industry experts suggest that the following aircraft may incorporate a blend of methodologies instead of solely relying on a single technology. </p> <p> Although aerospace is a comparatively minor participant in composites, it exerts influence beyond its size when it comes to monetary worth and research capabilities. </p> <p> Officials emphasized that there were currently no imminent plans for introducing a new aircraft model, which experts suggest could potentially concern fatigued investors amid ongoing supply chain issues and instability at Boeing. </p> <p> "This demonstrator was not intended for flight, but it has been proven effective for maximising learning," Roth informed the attendees. </p> <p> (Reporting by Tim Hepher; Editing by Susan Fenton) </p>

Airbus, Boeing eye fast output as plastics loom for future jets

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Embraer Uji Sayap Inovatif: Mengejawantahkan Masa Depan Pesawat Indonesia

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Brmqj" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Brmqj.jpg"/> <h2> Embraer baru saja mengambil langkah berani untuk mentransformasi dunia penerbangan! Perusahaan ini mengumumkan bahwa mereka telah berhasil menyelesaikan uji coba awal terhadap ketahanan struktural sayap yang akan digunakan dalam Platform Demonstrasi Teknologi Baru (PDNT), sebuah proyek revolusioner yang menjanjikan akan mengubah arah industri dirgantara. </h2> <p> <strong> + Video: Turki sukses uji coba rudal SOM-J dari F-16 </strong> </p> <p> Tujuannya adalah mempercepat pengembangan teknologi disruptif di bidang penerbangan. Selain Embraer, perusahaan seperti Alltec, Equatorial, Motora, dan TecCer juga terlibat dalam pencapaian besar ini. </p> <p> Uji coba awal menunjukkan bahwa struktur sayap baru ini mampu menahan beban progresif yang melebihi 200% dari batas yang diharapkan! Inovasi ini dapat menghasilkan pesawat yang lebih ringan, lebih kuat, dan lebih efisien — mengubah sepenuhnya masa depan penerbangan komersial. </p> <p> “Kami sangat antusias dengan dampak dari proyek ini, yang menyatukan industri, pemerintah, dan akademisi untuk menciptakan teknologi mutakhir dan memberdayakan para profesional,” kata Cleiton Silva, Wakil Presiden Teknologi dan Proyek Lanjutan di Embraer. “Inovasi teknologi sangat penting untuk mempercepat penerbangan berkelanjutan di masa depan dan memperkuat daya saing industri Brasil.” </p> <p> Uji coba dilakukan di ACS Aviation, São José dos Campos, Brasil. Langkah selanjutnya? Pembuatan badan pesawat dan ekor dari laboratorium terbang, yang dijanjikan akan membawa lebih banyak terobosan dan kejutan bagi sektor ini! </p> <p> Selain Embraer, penelitian ini juga melibatkan beberapa lembaga Ilmu Pengetahuan dan Teknologi terbesar di Brasil, seperti Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica (ITA), Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia (IMT), Instituto de Pesquisas Tecnológicas (IPT), dan Fakultas Teknik São Carlos dari USP. </p> <p> <em> Sumber dan gambar: Embraer . Konten ini dibuat dengan bantuan AI dan ditinjau oleh tim editorial. </em> </p>

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What we know about the fire that brought London's Heathrow Airport to a standstill

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Brh7h" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Brh7h.jpg"/> <p> LONDON (AP) — Heathrow Airport was up and running Saturday and airlines worked to clear the backlog after a fire at a nearby electricity substation knocked out power to Europe's busiest airport , disrupting travel plans for hundreds of thousands of people around the world. </p> <p> The airport said it had made space for extra flights, but it is expected to take days to get stranded passengers to their destinations and displaced aircraft into the proper locations. </p> <p> Here's a look at what happened and its impact on air travel . </p> <p> What happened? </p> <p> A fire at an electrical substation in west London, about 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from the airport, cut power to Heathrow Airport late on Thursday. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BnTeD" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BnTeD.jpg"/> <p> Residents reported an explosion and a fireball just before midnight. The London Fire Brigade said a transformer holding 25,000 liters (5,000 gallons) of cooling oil caught fire. It said 10 fire engines and 70 firefighters brought the blaze under control after seven hours, but isolated hotspots were still alight 24 hours after the fire started. </p> <p> National Grid, which maintains energy infrastructure in Britain, said the blaze damaged equipment at the substation and cut power to 67,000 properties, including Heathrow. It said power was restored to all of them by Saturday morning. </p> <p> The “significant power outage” initially forced Heathrow officials to announce that the airport would be closed until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, but some flights began to resume on Friday evening. </p> <p> What caused the fire? </p> <p> Officials said there was no suggestion of foul play, but the cause is still under investigation. The fire brigade said its investigation would focus on the electrical distribution equipment at the substation. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BnOhJ" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BnOhJ.jpg"/> <p> Even so, London's Metropolitan Police Service said counterterrorism detectives were leading the investigation because of the fire's impact on critical national infrastructure. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BnM25" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BnM25.jpg"/> <p> Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said it was "an unprecedented event.” </p> <p> “Obviously, with any incident like this we will want to understand why it happened and what if any lessons it has for our infrastructure,” he told Sky News. </p> <p> How was Heathrow affected? </p> <p> The closure disrupted the travel plans of around 200,000 people who were expected to travel through Heathrow on Friday. Heathrow advised passengers not to travel to the airport and to contact their airlines to rebook flights. </p> <p> With all takeoffs and landings canceled, the first impact was on dozens of long-haul flights from North America and Asia that were in the air when the airport was shut down. Some were forced to turn around, while others were diverted to airports around the United Kingdom and Europe. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BnM2c" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BnM2c.jpg"/> <p> Heathrow-bound aircraft landed at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam; Shannon Airport in western Ireland; Glasgow, Scotland; Manchester, England; Charles de Gaulle in Paris; Lyon, France; and Frankfurt, Germany, among others. </p> <p> About 4,000 tons of cargo were also stranded by the closure, according to Anita Mendiratta, an aviation and leadership consultant. </p> <p> How long will the disruptions last? </p> <p> The disruptions are expected to last for days as airlines move stranded aircraft and flight crews back into position and work to accommodate passengers whose flights were canceled. Mendiratta estimated that it would take two to four days to clear all the backlogs. </p> <p> “This is an extreme situation where the entire aviation ecosystem is impacted,” she said. </p> <p> “There will be two things that will be happening as a priority No. 1. First is airport operations and understanding, from an electrical system point of view, what has been impacted, if anything,” she said. “Did anything short out, for instance? What needs to be reactivated? And then how do you literally turn the airport back on again?" </p> <p> How big is Heathrow? </p> <p> Heathrow was Europe’s busiest airport last year, with 83.6 million passengers traveling through it. Its closure will have far-reaching impacts because it's a major hub for connecting flights to cities throughout the U.K. and around the world, as well as for travel to London. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BnFkt" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BnFkt.jpg"/> <p> Does London have other airports? </p> <p> Yes. Five other air hubs in southeastern England identify themselves as London airports, but they are much smaller than Heathrow. London Gatwick, Britain’s second-biggest airport, handled 43.2 million passengers last year. It's located in the town of Crawley, 28 miles (45 kilometers) south of London. </p> <p> What’s the bigger picture? </p> <p> The fire raises concerns about the U.K.’s ability to withstand attacks or natural disasters that damage critical infrastructure such as communications and power networks, analysts said. </p> <p> The incident is particularly worrisome given recent comments by Britain’s security services that Russia is conducting a reckless campaign of sabotage across Europe , said Alan Mendoza, the executive director of the Henry Jackson Society, a London-based security think tank. </p> <p> “The U.K.’s critical national infrastructure is not sufficiently hardened for anywhere near the level it would need to be at to give us confidence this won’t happen again,” he said. “I mean, if one fire can shut down Heathrow’s primary systems ... it tells you something’s badly wrong with our system of management of such disasters.” </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BnVQ2" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BnVQ2.jpg"/> <p> Robin Potter, an expert on resilience at London-based think tank Chatham House, said that successive governments have been slow to respond to repeated recommendations from the National Infrastructure Commission to strengthen the ability of Britain’s power, communications, transport and water networks to withstand major shocks. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BnTfa" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BnTfa.jpg"/> <p> “We still have yet to see a kind of clear response from the government to those recommendations,” he said. “And we hope that maybe in the government’s upcoming resilience review, which we expect will be published at some point this year, it might seek to address some of those questions.” </p> <p> Heathrow defended its response. Its CEO Thomas Woldbye said “the same would happen in other airports” faced with a similar fire. </p> <p> Danica Kirka, The Associated Press </p>

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Heathrow Airport resumes full operations following major fire

<p> LONDON, 22nd March, 2025 (WAM) -- Heathrow Airport in London resumed operations at full capacity Saturday, after a massive fire caused a power outage and the airport's closure yesterday, leading to widespread disruptions in global travel. </p> <p> The travel sector faced significant challenges in redirecting passengers and reorganizing airline schedules, which were heavily impacted by the fire at a substation supplying power to the airport. </p> <p> In a statement, Heathrow Airport noted that teams are actively supporting passengers affected by the power outage. It announced the deployment of hundreds of additional staff across terminals and added flights to the schedule to accommodate an extra 10,000 travelers. </p> <p> The airport had been scheduled to handle 1,351 flights carrying approximately 291,000 passengers yesterday. However, many flights were rerouted to other airports across the UK and Europe, while some long-haul flights returned to their departure points. </p> Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. ( Syndigate.info ).

Heathrow Airport resumes full operations following major fire

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Cara Bijak Menolak Penukaran Kursi di Pesawat

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1usTNa" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1usTNa.jpg"/> <p> <span> <b> </b> </span> , <span> <b> Jakarta </b> </span> - Telah betah duduk di tempat dengan nyamannya kursi tersebut pesawat yang tertera di <em> boarding pass </em> , tiba-tiba ada penumpang lain yang muncul dan menawarkan untuk menukar tempat duduknya. Kejadian semacam ini kerap dialami oleh banyak orang. penerbangan terutama selama masa-masa sibuk seperti ketika sedang berlibur. </p> <p> Seorang ahli perjalanan bernama Jamie Fraser dari kemah musim panas Wild Packs American, menyajikan beberapa petunjuk tentang cara merespons permintaan tersebut secara sopan. Petunjuk-petunjuk ini disampaikannya berdasarkan kejadian umum di mana seorang wanita menolak menukar posisi duduknya dengan seorang anak yang sedang menangis. Insiden serupa bahkan telah terekam dalam video dan menjadi sorotan publik. penumpang pesawat berbeda dengan menjadi fenomenal yang berujung pada pemutusannya dari pekerjaan. </p> <p> Jennifer Castro, seorang pekerja perbankan asal Brazil berumur 29 tahun, jadi sorotan dunia maya usai insiden perselisihan dalam penerbangan domestik GOL Airlines pada bulan Desember 2024. Dia kemudian menuntut maskapai serta para penumpang yang mencatat kejadian tersebut. </p> <p> Mengacu pada survei oleh YouGov, terdapat kelompok orang yang enggan bergeser dari posisi mereka secara keseluruhan situasi apapun, namun hal tersebut bisa membawa dampak negatif. Oleh karena itu, Fraser merekomendasikan agar menerapkan nasihat-nasihat berikut ketika mendapatkan permintaan untuk bergerak. kursi pesawat . </p> <h2> Menjawab "Tidak" </h2> <p> Apabila terdapat permintaan untuk menukar tempat duduk, penumpang berhak menolakkannya. Fraser mengatakan bahwa penumpang tidak dipaksakan untuk berganti posisi dengan penumpang lain. </p> <p> Nomor kursi sudah dicetak pada boarding pass, dan apabila telah memesan tempat duduk di samping jendela atau tengah dengan biaya tambahan, contohnya, penumpang memiliki hak untuk tetap bertahan di posisi yang dipilih tersebut. </p> <p> Apabila dimintai untuk bergeser ke bangku tengah, Fraser merekomendasikan agar menyampaikan pada penumpang kalau Anda lebih senang bertahan di kursi saat ini. Bila usulan itu masih dilanjuti, Fraser sarankan supaya ulangi penolakannya secara sabar tanpa perlu alasan tambahan lagi. Pada akhirnya, setiap penumpang punya peluang yang sama bukan apa memilih dan mendapatkan tempat duduk favorit masing-masing dari awal. </p> <h2> Menangani Penumpang yang Suka Bandel </h2> <p> Apabila penumpang enggan menerima keputusan penolakan tersebut, Fraser mengajukan saran untuk mempertaharkan sikap tegas namun tetap beradaban. Dia menjelaskan, “Bila penumpang masih mencoba membujuk Anda agar beralih tempat duduk, sangat krusial bagi Anda untuk selalu bertahan pada pendirian Anda secara sopan dan jelas.” Ia juga menekankan bahwa melakukan penolakan itu sendiri adalah sesuatu yang wajar. Dengan nada percaya diri tapi santai, ungkapnya, “Anda cukup jelaskan bahwa posisi Anda di kursi ini tak akan goyah,” sebagaimana dikutip dari laporan tersebut. Daily Mail . </p> <p> Apabila penumpang tersebut masih saja membandel, ajaklah pramugarinya sebab mereka telah dilatih untuk menangani keadaan serupa. </p> <h2> Ketika Adalah Waktu Yang Tepat Untuk Mengganti Kursi Anda </h2> <p> Fraser menyebutkan bahwa ada berbagai skenario di mana pemikiran tentang menukar tempat duduk bisa jadi relevan. Salah satu contohnya adalah saat ada anak-anak yang tidak duduk bersama dengan anggota keluarga mereka. </p> <p> "Akan tetapi, keluarga perlu berdiskusi lebih dulu dengan maskapai penerbangan guna mendapatkan bantuan sebelum mengharapkan penumpang untuk berganti kursi. Walau bagaimanapun juga, Anda tidak diwajibkan untuk merubah posisi duduk tersebut," ujarnya. </p> <p> Para penumpang bisa pula mengubah posisi apabila kurang senang dengan bangku mereka, terutama bila ada orang lain yang bersedia memberikan tempat duduk yang lebih nyaman. Namun demikian, kecuali dalam kasus tersebut, permohonan untuk bertukar kursi dianggap sebagai perilaku yang tak sopan selama perjalanan, jelasnya. </p> <p> Fraser mengatakan bahwa ingin duduk bersebelahan dengan teman, kurang suka duduk di tengah, atau belum memesan tempat duduk bersama-sama sebelumnya bukan merupakan alasan yang cukup untuk minta orang lain bergeser. </p> <h2> Jangan Mengambil Kursi Penumpang Lain </h2> <p> Banyak penumpang mengira bahwa berpindah ke kursi milik orang lain tanpa persetujuan adalah hal yang biasa. Namun, perlu dipahami bahwa tindakan tersebut sebaiknya tidak dilakukan karena dapat menciptakan tensi di antara para penumpang dan mungkin memicu keterlambatan pada jadwal terbang. </p> <p> "Staf mungkin mengharuskan Anda turun dari pesawat atau kasus Anda bisa menyebar di internet," jelas Fraser. </p> <h2> Bagaimana Cara yang Baik untuk Meminta Pertukaran tempat duduk? </h2> <p> <br/> Apabila mengajak penumpang lain untuk bertukar tempat duduk, pastikan memberikan tawaran yang setara. Hal ini dapat mencakup jenis kursi serupa di lokasi lain dalam kokpit, atau menyediakan pengembangan posisi duduk kepada mereka. <br/> Catatan: Saya pikir ada sedikit kesalahan pada kalimat asli terkait konteks "kokpit" dan istilah "peningkatan kursi". Mungkin maksudnya adalah area lain di dalam pesawat daripada kokpit? Dan mungkin sebaiknya menggunakan frasa seperti 'upgrade' jika dimaksudkan sebagai perbaikan status tiket penumpang. Namun tetap menjaga makna umum dari teks awal sesuai permintaan Anda. </p> <p> Jangan meminta orang lain bertukar tempat duduk dari jendela atau lorong ke bangku tengah di pesawat karena hal tersebut tidak sesuai dengan etika dalam berpergian. </p> <p> <em> </em> </p>

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What We Know About China’s Supersonic Jet Set to Outfly Concorde by 50%

<p> China is entering the competition to initiate a new era of supersonic air travel by planning to develop an airplane that could compete with the Concorde, as reported by local news outlets. </p> <p> According to reports from the South China Morning Post, COMAC (Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China) recently disclosed plans for the C949 – a supersonic aircraft capable of reaching speeds up to Mach 1.6. This new model would be able to travel faster and farther compared to the iconic Concorde, as mentioned in an academic publication. </p> <p> The document stated that the project aimed for a 50 percent increase in range compared to the Concorde and was engineered to ensure the aircraft operates as silently as a hair dryer’s noise level. </p> <p> The curved planform of the fuselage is designed to mitigate shockwaves, thereby postponing intense sonic booms that might otherwise be generated by the aircraft, as reported by the South China Morning Post. </p> <div class="c-widget-related"> <div class="c-widget-related__title"> <b class="c-widget-related__title__text"> Related </b> </div> <ul class="c-widget-related__list"> <li class="c-widget-related__item"> New York to London in just over 3 hours: Could this net-zero supersonic aircraft be the next big thing in aviation? </li> </ul> </div> <p> Lowering the noise levels is a method for the aircraft to attempt overcoming regulatory hurdles that prohibit supersonic travel, as reported by SCMP. </p> <p> Euronews Next is attempting to independently confirm these assertions by contacting the academic journal that released the study along with COMAC; however, they have yet to receive any responses by the time this was published. </p> <div class="widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center"> <div class="widget__wrapper"> <div class="widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto"> <div class="widget__contents"> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CdjYL" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CdjYL.jpg"/> </div> </div> </div> </div> <h2> <strong> Other supersonic aircraft currently under development </strong> </h2> <p> The Concorde, a supersonic passenger plane developed jointly by France and the United Kingdom, conducted its initial test flight in 1969. Over its 26 years of service with British Airways, this aircraft completed nearly 50,000 trips. </p> <p> The aircraft, capable of reaching a top cruise speed of Mach 2.04 (approximately 2,180 km/h), offered a journey time between London and New York of under 3.5 hours compared to the usual 8-hour duration for a standard subsonic flight. </p> <p> Since the retirement of Concorde in 2003, there has not been an active civilian supersonic airliner. However, several new supersonic ventures are currently underway, such as the X-59 project, which is a collaboration between NASA and Lockheed Martin from the United States. </p> <div class="c-widget-related"> <div class="c-widget-related__title"> <b class="c-widget-related__title__text"> Related </b> </div> <ul class="c-widget-related__list"> <li class="c-widget-related__item"> NASA’s ‘Silent’ Jet That Could Pave the Way for a New Era of Supersonic Air Travel </li> </ul> </div> <p> Disclosed last year, the plane can reach an altitude of 55,000 feet (more than 16,700 meters), and it generates noise similar to that of a car door shutting, as stated by its creators. </p> <p> The X-59 is engineered to fly at speeds reaching Mach 1.4 (approximately 1,730 km/h), which is less speedy compared to both the Concorde and the anticipated Chinese C949. </p> <p> In March, NASA revealed that the X-59 successfully completed an engine speed hold, also known as a cruise control test, which marks the final phase before its inaugural flight scheduled for later this year. </p> <div class="widget widget--type-image widget--size-fullwidth widget--animation-fade-in widget--align-center"> <div class="widget__wrapper"> <div class="widget__ratio widget__ratio--auto"> <div class="widget__contents"> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Cdw2A" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Cdw2A.jpg"/> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p> “We had to confirm that the speed control function was effective not only inside the engine but also as part of the complete aircraft system,” stated Paul Dees, NASA’s X-59 deputy propulsion lead at the agency’s Armstrong Flight Research Center. </p> <p> The test verified that all elements – including the software, mechanical connections, and control laws – function together as expected. </p> <div class="c-widget-related"> <div class="c-widget-related__title"> <b class="c-widget-related__title__text"> Related </b> </div> <ul class="c-widget-related__list"> <li class="c-widget-related__item"> Bombardier introduces 'quickest passenger jet since Concorde' after supersonic tests </li> </ul> </div> <p> A private firm namedBoom Supersonic aims to introduce its supersonic aircraft, known as theOverture, prior to the conclusion of this decade. </p> <p> During the initial test flight of the XB-1 by Test Craft, <strong> January </strong> The aircraft reached speeds of up to 1,207 km/h at an elevation exceeding 35,000 feet (10,600 meters), and managed to land without producing a sonic boom, according to the firm. </p> <p> Commercial interest in the Overture has already emerged, withBoom securing deals prior to this point. <strong> United Airlines </strong> <strong> , </strong> American Airlines, and Japan Airlines to supply the aircraft once it satisfies the necessary safety requirements. </p> <p> The European Commission supported multiple initiatives to examine noise reduction techniques as well as the ecological effects of supersonic travel, such as the 2022 RUMBLE initiative, the 2020 SENECA initiative, and the continuing MORE AND LESS initiative. </p>

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Video: Bulgaria Terima Pesawat Tempur F-16 Blok 70 Canggih dari AS

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CiM6e" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CiM6e.jpg"/> <h2> Kementerian Pertahanan Bulgaria menyatakan bahwa pesawat tempur pertama dari Lockheed Martin telah dikirim. F-16 Block 70 Pesawat tempur (F-16V) yang telah dibeli oleh negeri itu datang pada tanggal 2 April di pangkalan udara Angkatan Udara Bulgaria Nomor 3 yang berada di Graf Ignatievo. </h2> <h3> + Klik di sini untuk menonton video </h3> <p> Pesawat yang dihibah adalah tipe F-16D Block 70 dengan konfigurasi dual seat, memiliki serier nomor MW-01, serta terdaftar sebagai 20-6001 untuk Angkatan Udara Amerika Serikat, dan kode ekornya di Bulgaria ditulis "301". Pada tanggal 31 Januari pesawat perang tersebut telah dilepaskan secara formal ke pihak Bulgaria; hal ini menjadi titik balik signifikan dalam upaya memodernisasi Angkatan Udara Militer Bulgaria. </p> <p> <strong> + Kapal Penjaga Pantai "Ivan Papanin" Datang ke Angkatan Laut Utara untuk Tes di Es Arktika </strong> </p> <p> Pesta formal penyatuan pesawat tempur dengan Angkatan Udara direncanakan untuk tanggal 12 April di basis militer Graf Ignatievo tersebut. </p> <p> Pengiriman tersebut adalah hasil dari kesepakatan antara pemerintah Bulgaria dan Amerika Serikat yang disahkan pada tahun 2019 hingga 2022 lewat skema penjualan militer asing AS (Foreign Military Sales/FMS). Kesepakatan ini termasuk pembelian 16 pesawat tempur jenis F-16V Block 70, yaitu 10 buah model F-16C (tipe satu kursi) serta enam buah model F-16D (tipe dua kursi), dengan jumlah uang yang dibayarkan mendekati angka 2,4 miliar dolar AS. </p> <p> Delapan pesawat awal diperkirakan akan diselesaikan pada tahun 2025, sementara yang lainnya direncanakan serahannya pada tahun 2027. Ini menjadi bagian dari usaha Bulgaria dalam meng-upgrade kembali kapabilitas pertahanan udaranya menggunakan teknologi paling mutakhir. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1CiZGA" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1CiZGA.jpg"/> + Tonton lebih banyak video tentang Lockheed Martin F-16 <p> Sumber serta ilustrasi: Kementerian Pertahanan Bulgaria, X @BulgariaMod. Materi ini dikembangkan menggunakan teknologi AI dan sudah melewati proses tinjauan dari tim editorial. </p>

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US Investigators: Overweight Plane Crashes in Icy Conditions, Killing 10 in Alaska

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BgESU" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BgESU.jpg"/> <p> JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — A regional flight aircraft that Crashed onto sea ice near Alaska The incident, which resulted in the deaths of all 10 individuals onboard, occurred because the aircraft was approximately one thousand pounds over its recommended weight limit for traveling through cold weather conditions. This information was included in an initial report published by the National Transportation Safety Board on Wednesday. </p> <p> The weight is merely a "piece of data" in the continuing inquiry, warned Clint Johnson, who heads the NTSB's Alaska division. It typically takes a year or longer from an accident for a final report with probable causes to be released. </p> <p> The airplane accident involving Bering Air on February 6th stands as one of the most fatal aviation incidents in Alaska during this century. The third significant U.S. aircraft accident Over an eight-day period, a commercial airliner and an Army helicopter. crashed into the Potomac River on Jan. 29, killing 67 people . A medical transportation plane crashed In Philadelphia on January 31, this resulted in the deaths of all six people onboard as well as one individual on the ground. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BgwQM" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BgwQM.jpg"/> <p> Small aircraft such as the Cessna Caravan involved in this accident are the workhorses of Alaska In this region, over 200 villages remain inaccessible via roads and can only be reached by air or waterways. Much like how residents in the Lower 48 states use their vehicles for daily needs, locals here depend on small aircraft to travel to doctor’s visits, conferences, stores, family gatherings, as well as to participate in out-of-town high school athletic events. </p> <p> The small aircraft with one engine, powered by a turbine propeller, took off that afternoon heading from Unalakleet to Nome, covering approximately 150 miles (240 kilometers). Not long after departure, around an hour into the flight, officials lost communication as per statements made by David Olson, who was overseeing operations for Bering Air back then. It’s reported that the missing Cessna Caravan vanished roughly 30 miles (50 kilometers) away from reaching its destination. </p> <p> An examination of the aircraft after the accident revealed that its approximate total weight upon departure was around 9,865 pounds (4,475 kilograms), which exceeded the recommended limit by approximately 1,058 pounds (480 kilograms) when flying through regions with anticipated ice formation. According to reports, this exceeds the maximum authorized takeoff gross weight specified for flights expected to encounter icy conditions, set at 8,807 pounds (3,995 kilograms) as stated in the pilot operating handbook. </p> <img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1BgIa9" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1BgIa9.jpg"/> <p> Johnson stated that it still needs to be established if being overweight contributed to the incident. The flight path was expected to have icing conditions, and there was snowfall with occasional freezing rain in Nome, as mentioned by him. Authorities are working to ascertain which details about weather conditions reached the pilot before takeoff, what data he possessed during departure, and whether icy circumstances prevailed at where the aircraft crashed, according to his comments. </p> <p> An email requesting comments sent to Bering Air has not been promptly responded to as of yet. </p> <p> In remote areas of Alaska, weather frequently plays a significant role, and although air travel is routine for many residents, it can be perilous, according to Whitney Power Wilson, an aviation accident litigation attorney and pilot based in Anchorage. </p> <p> Icing should be a concern for every pilot, particularly for those flying smaller planes and those often operating under icy conditions," she stated. "The weight of an aircraft, along with the reality of encountering ice, must be treated with seriousness as the outcomes could be devastating. </p> <p> Investigations included examining the airplane’s altitude. The region they were concerned with had conditions conducive to moderate icing from altitudes of 2,000 feet (610 meters) up to 8,000 feet (2,438 meters). This zone posed significant hazards for lighter aircraft as well, according to statements made by NTSB Chairperson Jennifer Homendy during a press briefing held in Nome recently. </p> <p> The contact was severed soon after air traffic control informed the pilot that the runway in Nome would be shut down for approximately 15 minutes for de-icing purposes, according to the report. </p> <p> The controller mentioned that if the pilot wished to 'ease up a bit' to avoid reaching before the runway was back in service, that would be acceptable, according to the report. The pilot agreed with this suggestion. </p> <p> The pilot manual also states that maintaining an airspeed of 95 knots is necessary when flying in icing conditions provided that the de-icing equipment is completely operational. </p> <p> Approximately three minutes after being instructed to descend to 4,000 feet (1,219 meters) as deemed appropriate by the pilot, the autopilot disconnected when the aircraft was traveling at 99 knots. It rapidly decreased to 70 knots shortly thereafter and had reached around 3,100 feet (945 meters). According to the report, the last satellite tracking information received was just under a minute later, specifically at 3:20 p.m., with the plane at an elevation of only 200 feet. </p> <p> According to the report, the de-icing system on the wings and tail of the five-year-old turboprop aircraft was engineered to stop ice buildup. </p> <p> The operator mentioned that the amount of deicing fluid was verified during every preflight check. Although the pilot must confirm that enough fluid is present, there isn’t an obligation to document when it gets loaded onto the aircraft. An employee from the Unalakleet airport informed the pilot about the availability of the fluid; however, as per the report, the pilot stated that their tank was already full. </p> <p> The U.S. Coast Guard mentioned they did not receive any distress calls from the aircraft. Following a thorough search, the debris was located the next day floating on an ice drift. It was determined that both the pilot and all nine passengers had perished. </p> <p> ___ </p> <p> Thiessen provided input from Anchorage, Alaska. </p>

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Emirates Adds 7 New Destinations with A350 Fleet Expansion

<img data-document-id="cms/api/amp/image/AA1Be6Ww" data-reference="image" src="https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AA1Be6Ww.jpg"/> <p> DUBAI, 19th March, 2025 (WAM) — Emirates has announced an expanded list of routes that will be serviced by their Airbus A350 planes, coinciding with the arrival of additional recently acquired aircraft into their fleet. </p> <p> As part of its recent introduction of the A350 aircraft, the carrier is broadening its reach across short- and medium-haul routes within the Middle East, Gulf Cooperation Council countries, and Europe. This marks the inaugural use of the A350 for Emirates in both Africa and Southeast Asia as well. </p> <p> Adnan Kazim, who serves as the Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer at Emirates, stated, "The deployment of our A350 fleet into various areas such as the Middle East, Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia showcases the adaptability and effectiveness of these planes." </p> <p> Emirates' newest A350 aircraft will commence their planned routes as follows: Tunis — six times per week from June 1st; Amman — once daily beginning June 1st; Istanbul — one flight each day starting July 1st; Dammam — also with a single daily service commencing July 1st; Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) — every day starting August 1st; Baghdad — three flights per week (on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays) kicking off August 3rd; Oslo — one flight daily from September 1st onwards. </p> <p> In the upcoming months, Emirates will unveil new A350 destinations, covering both long-distance flights, as additional airplanes are incorporated into its fleet. </p> Furnished by SyndiGate Media Inc. Syndigate.info ).

Emirates Adds 7 New Destinations with A350 Fleet Expansion

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