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Air New Zealand Crew Performs Go-Around After Wind Shear During Landing in WellingtonAn Air New Zealand Airbus A321neo operating flight NZ272 from Brisbane to Wellington was forced to perform a go-around after encountering wind shear during severe weather on approach.According to the airline, the aircraft made brief contact with the runway before the crew immediately initiated a go-around in accordance with standard safety procedures. Rather than attempting another landing in Wellington, the flight diverted safely to Christchurch, where it landed without incident.Wellington Airport is renowned for its challenging weather conditions. Located between steep hills and the Cook Strait, the airport is frequently affected by strong crosswinds, turbulence and wind shear, making it one of the most demanding commercial airports in the world.A go-around is a normal and well-practiced safety maneuver used whenever a safe landing cannot be assured. In this case, the crew’s prompt decision demonstrated exactly how modern aviation procedures are designed to prioritize safety.🎥: nickoz070#AirNewZealand #a321neo #GoAround #WindShear #Aviation by @aero.total

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Maybe we should give it more gas… flying #aero #plane #airplane #engine #fyp Credit: @it4aero by @aero.total

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🚨 QATAR 777 INTERCEPTED BY RAF TYPHOONS BEFORE LANDING IN MANCHESTERA Qatar Airways Boeing 777 operating Flight QR23 from Doha (DOH) to Manchester (MAN) was intercepted by two Royal Air Force Eurofighter Typhoons on July 24, 2026, after the flight raised concern among UK civil authorities.According to the RAF, the fighters were launched under the Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) protocol, a standard procedure used when an aircraft requires immediate identification or assistance for security reasons. The Boeing 777 later continued its approach and landed safely at Manchester Airport.Most reports suggest the interception was triggered by a temporary loss of communication between the aircraft and air traffic control, possibly due to a technical issue on board. Under UK procedures, an unresponsive commercial aircraft may prompt a QRA launch to visually identify the aircraft and attempt to re-establish communications.However, the UK Defence Journal reported that the interception may instead have been linked to “an incident in which a threat had been made.” The publication noted that the nature of the alleged threat and whether it was considered credible have not been established.The RAF confirmed only that the Qatar Airways flight was “causing concern to civil authorities” before adding that the incident was resolved and the aircraft landed safely. Qatar Airways had not commented publicly before publication.🎥credit: X @kippaxgirlemily#QatarAirways #Boeing777 #RAF #Manchester #Aviation by @aero.total

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🤩🧈 The smoothest A380 touchdown you’ll ever see.✈️ Qantas QF63📍 Sydney (SYD) → Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa 🇿🇦🛩️ Airbus A380-842....🎥 Credit: @meelaviation#Qantas #A380 #Airbus #Aviation #AvGeek by @aero.total

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🚨 EMBRAER OVERSHOOTS RUNWAY IN NIGERIAAn Enugu Air Embraer E170LR was involved in a runway excursion after landing at Benin Airport (BNI) in Benin City, Nigeria, on July 23, 2026.The aircraft, operating Flight 4264 from Lagos (LOS) to Benin (BNI), overshot the runway after landing and came to rest in soft ground.According to the airline and Nigerian authorities, all 63 passengers and five crew members evacuated safely, with no injuries or fatalities reported.The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched an investigation to determine the cause of the runway excursion. The aircraft has been secured while investigators examine the scene and review flight data, weather conditions, and other operational factors.#EnuguAir #Embraer170 #Nigeria #Aviation #avgeek by @aero.total

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PILOT FALLS ILL: LOT 737 MAX 8 DIVERTS TO MALPENSAA LOT Polish Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 operating from Palma de Mallorca (Spain) to Warsaw (Poland) made an emergency diversion to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) during the early hours of Thursday, July 23, 2026, after the captain became ill in flight. According to Italian authorities, the emergency was declared at approximately 4:05 a.m. local time, prompting airport emergency services to prepare for the aircraft’s arrival. Ambulances, medical teams and firefighters were dispatched as a precaution while the flight was cleared to land. The Boeing 737 MAX 8 landed safely at around 4:30 a.m. local time. Fortunately, no passengers or crew members were injured. Although medical personnel were standing by, reports indicate that no major medical intervention was ultimately required for the captain. LOT later confirmed that the diversion was caused by a medical issue affecting a member of the flight crew. After a replacement crew arrived in Milan, the aircraft later continued its journey to Warsaw with the passengers on board. 📸 AI-generated illustration#LOT #Boeing737MAX #Malpensa #Aviation #avgeek by @aero.total

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QANTAS TAKES ANOTHER STEP TOWARD THE WORLD’S LONGEST COMMERCIAL FLIGHTSQantas’ first Airbus A350-1000ULR built for Project Sunrise is currently performing a non-stop test flight from Toulouse, France, to Melbourne, Australia.The aircraft has been specially designed for ultra long-haul operations and will eventually operate non-stop routes such as Sydney–London and Sydney–New York, with flight times exceeding 20 hours.This test flight is evaluating the aircraft’s performance, cabin systems, and operational procedures ahead of its planned entry into service in 2027.As it makes its journey to Australia, the aircraft has become the most-tracked flight in the world on Flightradar24.✈️ Airbus A350-1000ULR – Project Sunrise Test Flight#Qantas #ProjectSunrise #A3501000 #Airbus #AvGeek by @aero.total

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One last time with Air Canada’s Dreamliner in Berlin. ✈️....🎥 @frankcampos1966#AirCanada #Dreamliner #Boeing787 #BerlinAirport #AvGeek by @aero.total

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BRITISH AIRWAYS INVESTIGATES INCIDENT AFTER ALL 3 PILOTS FELL ILL DURING FLIGHTBritish Airways has revealed that it is investigating an incident that occurred earlier this month, when all three pilots operating Flight BA276 from Hyderabad, India, to London Heathrow became ill during the flight.According to reports, one of the pilots became incapacitated while the aircraft was cruising at approximately 30,000 feet, required oxygen on board, and was taken for medical treatment after landing. The other two pilots also developed symptoms but were able to safely complete the flight.Before departure, all three pilots had breakfast at the crew hotel. They also consumed bottled water supplied by an external vendor. The exact cause of the illness has not yet been confirmed, and investigators are working to determine whether food poisoning or another factor was responsible.British Airways said it is reviewing the accommodation used by its crews in Hyderabad following a small number of illness reports. The pilots submitted Air Safety Reports and provided samples for laboratory testing as part of the investigation.Despite the incident, the aircraft landed safely in London. On long-haul flights such as BA276, an augmented flight crew allows another pilot to take over if one becomes incapacitated, ensuring the flight can continue safely.The airline emphasized that the safety of the flight was never compromised.📸 AI-generated illustrative image#BritishAirways #Aviation #FlightSafety #Pilot #AvGeek by @aero.total

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Two SWISS pilots were removed from duty before a scheduled flight departing from Geneva after fellow crew members reported concerns that they appeared to be intoxicated. The incident took place in May but only became public this week after being confirmed by the airline.According to SWISS, supervisors were alerted several hours before departure. The pilots were taken out of service while still at their crew hotel, before traveling to the airport, and were replaced by another flight crew, allowing the flight to operate as scheduled.According to aeroTELEGRAPH, the pilots were scheduled to operate an Airbus A220 on a flight departing from Geneva. SWISS, however, has not officially confirmed the aircraft type or the destination and has not disclosed whether alcohol tests were conducted, citing privacy regulations.Both pilots have remained grounded since the incident while an internal investigation continues. SWISS said any breach of its safety standards is treated very seriously and may result in disciplinary action.🖼️ AI-generated illustrative image#SWISS #A220 #Aviation #Geneva #avgeek by @aero.total

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AIRSPACE DISRUPTIONS INCREASE AS MORE AIRLINES SUSPEND GULF FLIGHTSSeveral international airlines have extended or introduced flight suspensions to destinations across the Gulf and parts of the Middle East as regional security concerns continue to affect air travel.Carriers including KLM, Air Canada, British Airways, Air France, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Singapore Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Scoot, Air Astana, Turkish Airlines, and the Lufthansa Group have announced temporary suspensions, route adjustments, or operational changes affecting destinations such as Dubai, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Doha, Jeddah, Beirut, Damascus, Amman, Erbil, Muscat, Tehran, and Tel Aviv.While some airlines have already resumed selected routes, others continue to avoid parts of the region’s airspace or have extended suspensions into late August, September, or October, depending on the destination.Passengers with upcoming trips are advised to check directly with their airline for the latest information regarding schedules, cancellations, refunds, and rebooking options before traveling.Illustrative AI-generated image. #Aviation #MiddleEast #Airlines #TravelUpdate #AvGeek by @aero.total

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One of the world’s most challenging takeoffs. 🏔️✈️This is a departure from Tenzing–Hillary Airport in Lukla, Nepal—the main gateway to Mount Everest.Perched at 2,845 meters (9,334 ft) above sea level, the airport features a runway just 527 meters (1,729 ft) long with a steep uphill slope. One end drops into a deep valley, while the other ends directly at a mountainside, leaving virtually no room for error.Combined with rapidly changing mountain weather, strong winds, and the surrounding Himalayan terrain, every takeoff demands exceptional precision. Only specially qualified pilots with extensive mountain-flying experience are authorized to operate here.Would you fly from Lukla? 👇🎥Turbinetraveler#Lukla #Nepal #Everest #TenzingHillaryAirport #Aviation by @aero.total

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