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Faulty airspeed sensors discovered on several Northwest Airlines jets have revealed the extent of the problem, which is linked to the Air France crash that killed 228 people in June. The malfunctioning equipment made it impossible for pilots to know their speed on at least a dozen recent flights. The
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Federal investigators have uncovered at least a dozen instances where malfunctioning equipment on US jetliners made it impossible for pilots to determine their flying speed. This discovery comes on the heels of a similar breakdown believed to have contributed to the Air France crash in June, which resulted in the
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Federal investigators have discovered at least a dozen recent instances where malfunctioning equipment on U.S. jetliners made it impossible for pilots to determine their speed, including a similar failure thought to have contributed to the June Air France crash that killed 228 people. The investigation has shed new light
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A devastating airline crash on June 30 in the Comoros Islands has raised concerns about the safety of the aviation industry, particularly in airlines from countries with a history of safety concerns. The Airbus 310-300, owned by Yemenia and carrying 153 passengers and crew, went down in stormy weather as
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Aer Lingus has moved swiftly to replace speed sensors on two of its long-haul Airbus jets after concerns were raised about the safety of the pitot tubes following the Air France crash. The decision was taken as investigators suspect that the pitot tubes, or external sensors that give airspeed data,
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Qatar Airways' surprise move to purchase 24 aircraft from the Airbus A320 family has injected a much-needed boost into the aviation industry, which has been severely impacted by the global economic downturn. Despite reducing demand for air travel and limiting access to capital, Qatar Airways has shown remarkable resilience
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The 100th Paris Air Show, a premier event in the aviation industry, is taking place amidst a backdrop of economic downturn and security concerns, casting a shadow over the global aerospace market. The industry is grappling with a predicted 1.5 percent drop in global economic activity, leading to a
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Air France Flight AF447, an Airbus A330-200 carrying 228 people, lost all contact in the early hours of the morning en route from Rio de Janeiro to Paris Charles de Gaulle airport. Despite military planes from Brazil and Africa conducting a search operation, there appears to be little hope of
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The recent disappearance of an Air France Airbus A330 and a similar incident in Western Australia have raised concerns about the aircraft's safety record, particularly with regards to its electrical and avionics systems. The incident in Australia, which injured over 100 passengers, was attributed to a fault in
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A variety of exclusive deals and promotions are available to business travellers in Asia and the Pacific. From sweet deals on Singapore Airlines flights to luxurious stays at Radisson hotels, there is something for every traveller. Whether you're looking to relax at a business hotel or explore the
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Over 50 Indian passengers flying Air France faced alleged racial discrimination and poor treatment at Paris airport after a technical snag forced their aircraft to make an emergency landing. The passengers claimed they were not provided with sufficient food and water while waiting for 28 hours in a lounge, and
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Irish airports are struggling with decreasing passenger numbers, but this hasn't stopped businessmen from bidding to build new airports in the midlands. Two planning applications, one in Tullamore and another in Tubber, have been submitted, with the latter's proposer, Patrick Little, confident that his proposal will
