China's Live-Fire Drills Force Flight Diversions, Sparking Regional Tension
China conducted live-fire naval drills in the Tasman Sea on Friday and Saturday, forcing at least 49 aircraft to divert after a Virgin Australia pilot alerted Australian authorities; China did not issue a standard NOTAM, prompting criticism from Australia and New Zealand.
China's Live-Fire Drills Force Flight Diversions, Sparking Regional Tension
China conducted live-fire naval drills in the Tasman Sea on Friday and Saturday, forcing at least 49 aircraft to divert after a Virgin Australia pilot alerted Australian authorities; China did not issue a standard NOTAM, prompting criticism from Australia and New Zealand.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Chinese Naval Exercises Disrupt International Flights near Australia
Following reported Chinese military exercises involving live fire just 150 nautical miles east of Sydney, Australia, several international flights were diverted after warnings were issued to pilots by Airservices Australia and directly from the Chinese military; Australian and New Zealand navies are...
Chinese Naval Exercises Disrupt International Flights near Australia
Following reported Chinese military exercises involving live fire just 150 nautical miles east of Sydney, Australia, several international flights were diverted after warnings were issued to pilots by Airservices Australia and directly from the Chinese military; Australian and New Zealand navies are...
Progress
52% Bias Score
SpaceX Rocket Explosion Causes Flight Diversions
A SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during its seventh test flight, forcing dozens of planes to divert or enter holding patterns to avoid falling debris; the FAA briefly slowed and rerouted air traffic in the affected area.
SpaceX Rocket Explosion Causes Flight Diversions
A SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during its seventh test flight, forcing dozens of planes to divert or enter holding patterns to avoid falling debris; the FAA briefly slowed and rerouted air traffic in the affected area.
Progress
40% Bias Score
China's Military Drills near Australia Spark Flight Diversions and Security Concerns
On February 21, 2025, three Chinese warships conducted live-fire military drills 640km off Eden, Australia, with minimal prior warning, causing flight diversions and raising regional security concerns.
China's Military Drills near Australia Spark Flight Diversions and Security Concerns
On February 21, 2025, three Chinese warships conducted live-fire military drills 640km off Eden, Australia, with minimal prior warning, causing flight diversions and raising regional security concerns.
Progress
44% Bias Score
Chinese Military Drills Disrupt Australian Air Traffic
Three Chinese naval ships conducted military exercises off Australia's east coast, prompting several airlines to reroute flights due to concerns about live ammunition; the incident raises concerns about transparency and communication.
Chinese Military Drills Disrupt Australian Air Traffic
Three Chinese naval ships conducted military exercises off Australia's east coast, prompting several airlines to reroute flights due to concerns about live ammunition; the incident raises concerns about transparency and communication.
Progress
48% Bias Score