A United Airlines flight declared an emergency after an 'unlatched' cockpit window 'popped open' in mid-air, reports say

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United Boeing 737-900
The incident involved a United Boeing 737-900 aircraft.

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A man bought $250,000 of plane tickets for $17,000 after a Japanese airline made a mistake with currency conversions, report says

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An All Nippon Airways Boeing 777-300ER inflight.
All Nippon Airways Boeing 777-300ER.

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7 airlines around the world offer lie-flat beds in economy — see what makes this seating arrangement so rare and unique

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ANZ Skycouch.
The "Skycouches" can be cheaper than airline premium economy seating, which typically offers more legroom and better food, but doesn't lie flat.

Air New Zealand

Airline passengers were denied compensation for 2 Aperol Spritz cocktails after a court ruled that alcohol isn't a 'refreshment'

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Overhead shot of a glass of Aperol spritz.
An Aperol spritz is made with Aperol, prosecco and soda.

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I've flown in 4 different business class seats in the past year and each had something that set it apart. Here's how Singapore Airlines, ANA, Air New Zealand, and La Compagnie compare.

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A selfie of the author holding a drink while sitting in Singapore's A350 business class.
Here are my thoughts on four different airline business classes.

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A team of US scientists is turning dead birds into drones to study flight techniques that may help the aviation industry

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A view of a taxidermy bird drone for wildlife monitoring developed by researchers at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro, New Mexico, U.S. March 22, 2023.
A view of a taxidermy bird drone for wildlife monitoring developed by researchers at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro, New Mexico, U.S. March 22, 2023.

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I'm a 21-year-old helicopter pilot. Nothing makes me happier than flying — and yes, I can land in your backyard.

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21-year-old Amelia Joanna Brunt standing in front of a yellow helicopter.
21-year-old Amelia Joanna Brunt qualified as a helicopter pilot in January.

Amelia Joanna Brunt

Boeing has a delivery problem and it's not good for the airlines that rely on its planes

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Boeing 737 MAX 7.
Boeing 737 MAX 7 in Boeing livery. A Southwest 737 MAX 8, a Ryanair 737 MAX 8200, and an Alaska 737 MAX 9 sit behind.

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I flew from Tokyo to LA on Japan's largest airline. The spacious and comfortable cabin made the 10-hour ride easy.

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ANA's Boeing 787 Dreamliner at the gate.

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I flew on a semi-private jet and enjoyed the hassle-free experience but I wouldn't do it again

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JSX aircraft after landing in Phoenix.
Flying on semi-private air carrier JSX from Burbank to Phoenix.

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