pilots
Coverage of pilots in the Nexus archive.
- Keyamo explains Asaba aircraft incident, says pilots mistook construction road for runway
The aviation minister stated that the Asaba aircraft incident occurred when pilots mistakenly landed on a construction road instead of the runway, and it is now considered a national security issue.
- 'We're a danger to ourselves and the public': Pilots complained about being overworked and of 'old, ill-equipped' aircraft before tragic Royal Navy helicopter crash - but face being forced back into the skies
Pilots reported being overworked and flying outdated aircraft prior to a Royal Navy helicopter crash, which has raised concerns about safety. Despite these issues, they may be required to return to duty.
- Pakistani military aircraft crashes during training flight, killing 2 pilots
A Pakistani Air Force plane crashed during a routine training mission near the northwestern city of Mardan, killing both pilots. Authorities reported the incident occurred in an open area of the region.
- Trump says pilots are fine after US helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz
Trump stated that pilots are fine after a US helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz. He confirmed no injuries and mentioned a report would be issued the following day.
- Trump says pilots are fine after US helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz
Trump stated that the pilots are fine after a US helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz. He confirmed no injuries and mentioned a report will be issued the following day.
- Trump says pilots are fine after US helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump stated that the pilots of a US helicopter that crashed near the Strait of Hormuz are 'fine.' The incident occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, a strategically significant waterway.
- Lebanon launches safety audit of Middle East Airlines as pilots point to wartime danger
Lebanon has initiated a safety audit of Middle East Airlines following concerns raised by pilots about flying near airstrikes and penalties for reporting safety incidents. The airline stated that its flight operations are based on risk assessments conducted with the government and aviation authority.
- Munich airport closes as pilots report drone sighting one day after Russian drone hit Romanian apartment block
Munich Airport closed due to drone sightings reported by pilots. This follows a Russian drone attack on a Romanian apartment block the previous day.
- The pilots behind the Spirit Airlines funeral procession who fly jets to their desert grave
Spirit Airlines pilots are orchestrating a funeral procession for decommissioned jets, flying them to a desert grave as part of the airline's fleet reduction strategy. The event highlights the airline's financial struggles and its decision to retire older aircraft.
- People used AI to recreate the voices of pilots killed in a plane crash
Individuals used AI to recreate the final moments of a plane crash by analyzing a PDF report, simulating the pilots' voices during the incident. The project highlights AI's capability to reconstruct audio from textual data.
- Pilots and astronauts detail unexplained aerial encounters in declassified UFO files
Declassified UFO files contain accounts from pilots and astronauts describing unexplained aerial encounters. Imagery from an infrared sensor aboard a U.S. military platform in the Central Command area was documented in 2022 and uploaded to a classified network in June 2024.
- "This is it tonight": Spirit Airlines pilots sign off on final flights
Spirit Airlines pilots are completing their final flights as the airline ceases operations. Air traffic control audio records captured communications between controllers and pilots during these last flights.
- LaGuardia firefighter heard ‘stop’ before crash but didn’t know who it was for, report says
A firefighter at LaGuardia Airport heard an air traffic controller yell 'stop' before a fatal collision with an Air Canada jet on March 22, but the crash prevention system failed to alert them. Runway lights remained active until three seconds before impact, according to the National Transportation Safety Board's preliminary report.
- Two fighter jets collide in mid-air over South Korea when pilots start taking photos and video
Two fighter jets collided mid-air over South Korea after pilots began taking photos and videos. The incident highlights potential safety risks during military operations.
- South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots snapping pictures, report finds
A collision between South Korean fighter jets occurred due to pilots taking pictures, leading to one pilot being fined thousands of dollars by the military for repair costs.
- South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots taking pictures, report finds
A South Korean military report found that two fighter jets collided because the pilots were taking pictures. One pilot was fined thousands of dollars to cover repair costs.
- United Airlines flight diverts and passengers escape on emergency slides amid 'bomb threat' after pilots 'hear beeping device'
A United Airlines flight was diverted and passengers evacuated via emergency slides after pilots reported hearing a beeping device, leading to a bomb threat alert.
- FAA investigating pilots who made animal noises on radio
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating pilots who used animal noises during radio communications, which is a violation of standard aviation protocols. The incident highlights concerns about unprofessional conduct in aviation communication channels.
- Pilots recorded barking and meowing at each other close to notorious DC airport that suffered deadly crash last year
Pilots were recorded barking and meowing at each other near a Washington, D.C. airport with a history of a deadly crash. The unusual communication occurred at an airport known for past safety incidents.
- Pilots worried they will be FIRED if they refuse to fly through the Middle East
Pilots are expressing concerns about potential job loss if they refuse to fly through the Middle East. The situation highlights tensions between aviation safety protocols and personal or political risks associated with certain flight routes.
- Teen who vanished from home in freezing weather miraculously rescued by pilots who spotted him from the sky
A teenager vanished from home during freezing weather and was miraculously rescued by pilots who spotted him from the sky. The incident highlights the effectiveness of aerial search efforts in emergency situations.
- Preventing Laser Strikes on Aircraft
The FBI is warning the public against pointing laser pointers at aircraft, as this dangerous practice poses a serious threat to pilots. The agency emphasizes that laser strikes can result in significant legal consequences including hefty fines and potential prison time.