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Two regional jets collide on tarmac at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Two regional jets crashed into each other on the tarmac at New York's LaGuardia Airport when the wing of one aircraft hit the front end of another. One flight attendant was injured.

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Who will be impacted by Spirit Airlines cuts?

This week, Spirit Airlines will end service to nearly a dozen cities. It is laying off staff, grounding planes and slashing its flight schedule. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave explains what it means for everyone who flies.

CBS America

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Denmark's Aalborg airport closes again over suspected drone attack

Suspected drone activity disrupted Denmark's Aalborg airport for the second time within 24 hours on Thursday evening, after Copenhagen alerted NATO and the EU over a similar "hybrid attack" the day before.

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Denmark bans drone flights after sightings at military bases

Denmark ordered a ban on Sunday (September 29) on civil drone flights, after drones were observed at several military facilities overnight, following a week in which drone sorties caused the temporary closures of several Danish airports.

Reuters

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Drones observed over one of Denmark's largest military installations

More unidentified drones were seen over Denmark overnight into Saturday, just days after a major drone sighting prompted the closure of the country’s main airports on Monday in what officials slammed as a “hybrid attack”.

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Drones disrupt Denmark's Aalborg airport for second time

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D.C. midair collision victim's family sues airline, FAA and Army

The widow of one of the 60 passengers aboard the American Airlines regional jet involved in the deadly midair collision near D.C. in January has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against American Airlines, the FAA and the U.S. Army.

CBS America

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Widow of D.C. plane crash victim sues American Airlines, federal gov.

The family of one of the 67 people killed earlier this year when an American Airlines plane and a U.S. Army helicopter collided over Washington, D.C., filed a lawsuit against the government and the airline.

CBS America

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Copenhagen and Oslo airports temporary shut down after drone sightings

Drone activity prompted authorities in Denmark and Norway to shut down the main airports in Copenhagen and Oslo for several hours overnight, leading to widespread flight disruptions expected to continue into Tuesday.

France 24

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Drone sightings disrupt flights at Copenhagen, Oslo airports

Copenhagen Airport, the busiest hub in the Nordic region, said it reopened after drone sightings halted all take-offs and landings for nearly four hours, while Norway's Oslo Airport said it had shut its airspace over a drone.

Reuters

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EU agency confirms ransomware attack behind airport disruptions

Airport disruptions that affected automated check-in systems in recent days were caused by a ransomware attack, the EU's cybersecurity agency said on Monday, highlighting the growing risks of such attacks to critical infrastructure and i...

Reuters

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Cyberattack disrupts European airports, stranding thousands

Airports in parts of Europe have been thrown into chaos after a cyberattack hit systems at Heathrow, Brussels and Germany. Thousands of passengers have been left stranded, and flights delayed.

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Travelers stranded as cyberattack disrupts major European airports

A cyberattack on a provider of check-in and boarding systems has disrupted operations at several major European airports including London's Heathrow, the continent's busiest, causing flight delays and cancellations on Saturday (September...

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Cyberattack causes chaos at European airports

This Saturday, a cyberattack caused chaos at some of Europe's busiest airports. Hackers targeted check-in services and electronic baggage facilities operated by Collins Aerospace. Analysts have called the breach "deeply worrying."

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Flight chaos as UK, European airports hit by cyberattack

A cyberattack has disrupted air traffic at several airports in Europe. Check-in and boarding systems went down in London, Brussels and Berlin. Europe’s aviation safety organisation says airlines were asked to cancel 50% of their flights ...

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Cyberattack cripples major European airports

Air traffic across Europe was severely disrupted on Friday after a major cyberattack targeted critical check-in and boarding systems used by multiple airports, causing widespread delays, cancellations, and mounting frustration among trav...

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Russian jets enter Estonia's airspace in latest test for NATO

Three Russian military jets violated NATO member Estonia's airspace for 12 minutes on Friday in an "unprecedentedly brazen" incursion, its government said, the latest in a series of recent military actions by Russia that have rattled the...

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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby on the state of the economy

For airlines, the first half of the year was riddled with uncertainty as they saw bookings falter. But United Airlines remained profitable. Kris Van Cleave spoke to CEO Scott Kirby about the state of the economy.

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Spirit Airlines flight gets dangerously close to Air Force One

A Spirit Airlines flight was repeatedly told by air traffic control to "pay attention" after the plane got close to Air Force One carrying President Trump, first lady Melania Trump and others.

CBS News

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Small plane crashes near Toronto high school

Officials say no one was injured after a small plane crashed near a high school in Toronto’s east end on Monday night. CBC's Clara Pasieka has the latest details — and reaction.

CBC News

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Report raises concerns about toxic fumes on flights

A new report from the Wall Street Journal is raising questions about the safety of the air we breathe when we fly on commercial jetliners. The CBS News data team found Airbus accounted for about 61% of reported incidents last year.

CBS America

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When to book holiday flights, to get the lowest price

Airfares are moving up again, up almost 6% in 2025. Here's when to book your holiday flights so you don't overpay.

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Russian drones over Poland stir worries for Europe's airlines

The incursion of Russian drones in Poland has reignited safety concerns over the vulnerability of civil air transport in Europe, aviation and insurance experts said, the latest upheaval facing airlines from escalating global conflict.

Reuters

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WestJet flight hits runway hard while landing in St. Maarten

A WestJet plane made a "hard landing" at an airport in the Caribbean country of St. Maarten, the airline said on Sunday, but no passengers were reported injured.

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Canadian-made water bomber back in production to fight wildfires

Canada is rushing to build more capacity to fight wildfires, and De Havilland factories in Calgary are pushing to get new DHC-515 Firefighters back in the air nearly a decade after Bombardier stopped production.

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Chinese technology shines at Aviation Africa Summit 2025

Opening the summit, Rwandan President Paul Kagame said that the high cost of air travel remains a barrier to tourism and connectivity across Africa.

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Trump admin ditches plan to make airlines compensate for disruptions

The Trump administration is scrapping a Biden-era plan that would have required airlines to pay stranded passengers cash, meals, and lodging for cancellations or delays.

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Trump admin scraps proposal for flight disruption compensation

The U.S. Department of Transportation has scrapped a proposal to compensate flight passengers affected by disruptions. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.

CBS America

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Planes under attack: What is GPS jamming?

Russia is allegedly messing with GPS signals. But it’s not just about navigation – it could affect your money or even the power grid. Here’s what you need to know!

DW News

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Families of Boeing crash victims make plea for prosecution

A Texas federal judge heard arguments on a U.S. government's motion to dismiss its criminal case against the aerospace company. Boeing is charged with conspiracy to defraud the government.

Africanews