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Pilots and Crews Accuse Airlines of Risking Safety Over Middle East Flight Routes

With rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, airline pilots and crew members are raising alarms about the safety of flight routes over conflict-prone regions such as Iran and Iraq. These areas, already associated with instability, are increasingly being scrutinized due to recent escalations in military activity and missile threats, leaving aviation professionals concerned about the risks of operating in such airspace.

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Read more about the article Passenger Arrested After Attempting to Divert Volaris Flight Heading to Mexico to the United States
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Passenger Arrested After Attempting to Divert Volaris Flight Heading to Mexico to the United States

In a concerning mid-flight incident, a passenger aboard Volaris Flight 3041, traveling from El Bajío, Guanajuato, to Tijuana, Mexico, was arrested after reportedly attempting to divert the plane to the United States. Witnesses stated the individual demanded the route change, claiming unspecified personal reasons while exhibiting erratic behavior.

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Thanksgiving Air Travel Breaks Records in 2024

The 2024 Thanksgiving holiday week has set a new benchmark for air travel in the United States. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported 232,000 flights over the week, marking the highest number ever recorded for this time of year. TSA checkpoints saw around 2.7 million passengers daily on the two busiest travel days leading up to the holiday.

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