Airbus A320
Coverage of Airbus A320 in the Nexus archive.
- Fighter jets scrambled as Tel Aviv-bound flight triggers false hijack alarm
A Tel Aviv-bound flight triggered a false hijack alarm due to a technical failure in the aircraft’s transponder, leading to Israeli and Bulgarian fighter jets scrambling to intercept the plane. Bulgaria’s transport ministry attributed the incident to the transponder malfunction, while an airport official initially cited pilot error.
- Erroneous hijack alert on a flight to Tel Aviv triggered fighter escorts and an emergency landing
A LOT Polish Airlines flight from Warsaw to Tel Aviv was diverted to Bulgaria after an unintentional hijack alert triggered by a technical failure in the aircraft's transponder. Israeli and Bulgarian fighter jets escorted the plane, and passengers were screened by police after an emergency landing in Burgas.
- Giant Qatari conglomerate bets on Syria reconstruction
Scene Power International Holding, a Qatari conglomerate, is investing in Syria's reconstruction with agriculture, aviation, energy, and tourism projects, including a new Damascus airport terminal. The company also operates in Kazakhstan, Algeria, and Ethiopia, and has partnered with Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump on an Albanian resort.
- Air India to Cut Costs, Reduce Flights as War Worsens Financial Struggles
Air India is cutting costs and reducing flights due to financial struggles worsened by war. The airline operates aircraft such as the Airbus A320. This move aims to mitigate financial losses.
- Spirit Airlines is closing down. Thousands of employees and travelers are impacted.
Spirit Airlines has announced its closure, impacting thousands of employees and travelers. The airline's Airbus A320 was observed at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on March 15, 2025, indicating ongoing operations prior to the shutdown.
- Singapore Airlines Deepens Role at Air India Amid Record Losses
Singapore Airlines is expanding its role with Air India as the latter faces significant financial losses. The collaboration involves operational support, with an Airbus A320 aircraft operated by Air India at Indira Gandhi International Airport.
- Spirit Airlines nears deal with Trump administration for $500 million rescue package
Spirit Airlines is close to finalizing a $500 million rescue package with the Trump administration. The deal aims to stabilize the airline amid financial challenges.