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Heathrow Airport Closure Due to Power Outage

A massive fire at a Heathrow Airport substation caused a major power outage, forcing the airport's closure on Friday and leading to the diversion of numerous flights, impacting an estimated 200,000 daily travelers.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Greek Tourism: 5% Rise in Air Arrivals, Revenue Growth Lags

Airlines project a 5.2% increase in available seats to Greece for the 2025 summer season, driven by an 18.4% surge in US flights, while revenue growth is expected to be lower due to shorter tourist stays.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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French Air Travel: Climate Concern vs. Reality

Public opinion surveys in France reveal that despite climate change concerns, a significant majority of those who fly show no shame in doing so, highlighting the challenges of reducing air travel emissions. The most popular mode of transport is the car.

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Climate Action
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CDC's Airplane Wastewater Testing Program: Early Warning System for Pandemics

The CDC's Traveler Genomic Surveillance Program, operating at four U.S. airports since September 2021 with $120 million in federal funding, analyzes airplane wastewater for seven viruses, providing early warnings of outbreaks within 48 hours and aiding in quicker public health responses, although ex...

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Plane Crashes Trigger Air Travel Decline Amidst Economic Uncertainty and Safety Concerns

Two recent plane crashes, including a fatal incident in Washington and a non-fatal incident in Toronto, have caused a significant drop in air travel bookings, impacting airline revenue and further fueled by economic uncertainty and a politicized debate on air safety.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Southwest Airlines to Start Charging for Checked Bags

Southwest Airlines announced it will start charging for checked bags on May 28, ending its long-standing "bags fly free" policy; the change is expected to significantly increase revenue, impacting all passengers except A-List members and those on business fares; this follows other recent changes to ...

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Heathrow Airport Closed by Power Outage

A fire at an electrical substation caused a power outage at London's Heathrow Airport on Friday, closing it for most of the day and disrupting at least 1350 flights; counter-terrorism officers are investigating, and the airport aims for full resumption on Saturday.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Over 100 Dead in 2025 Commercial Plane Crashes

In 2025, a series of commercial airplane crashes have resulted in over 100 fatalities, exceeding one-third of 2024's total, despite experts affirming that air travel remains statistically safe compared to other forms of transport; causes are varied.

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Pilot Expertise Prevents Two Near-Fatal Aviation Incidents

A veteran pilot recounts two near-fatal incidents highlighting crucial pilot decisions during unexpected mechanical failures and challenging weather conditions, emphasizing the crucial role of pilot expertise in ensuring aviation safety.

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American Airlines Flight 1006 Engine Fire Forces Emergency Evacuation at Denver Airport

American Airlines flight 1006 from Colorado Springs to Dallas suffered an engine fire upon landing at Denver International Airport on Thursday, forcing all 178 passengers and crew to evacuate via emergency slides with no reported injuries; this incident follows a recent series of US aviation acciden...

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US Airlines Cut Summer Capacity Amidst Booking Slump and Safety Concerns

US airlines, including Delta, Southwest, and American, are cutting summer flight capacity due to decreased bookings, safety concerns following recent plane crashes, and economic uncertainty, resulting in higher ticket prices and fewer options for travelers; Southwest eliminated free checked bags.

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Frankfurt Airport Shut Down by Public Service Workers' Strike

A city-wide warning strike by public service employees completely shut down Frankfurt Airport on Monday, affecting 1170 flights and 150,000 passengers due to a wage dispute between Verdi and federal and municipal employers who have yet to offer a concrete solution.

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