March 23, 2025
Day: August 7, 2024
Incident

Los Angeles-Bound Air France A350 Returns to Papeete: Smell of Smoke

An Air France Airbus A350-900 operating from Papeete, French Polynesia to Los Angeles made the precautionary return when crew reported the smell of smoke on board on 5 August 2024. Air France flight AF29, an Airbus A350-900 bound for Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), reported the issue whilst outbound in the cruise over the Pacific

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Air Canada Joins Elevate Aviation to Inspire Women in Aviation

In a recent initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry, Air Canada proudly participated in the Aviation Career Exploration (ACE) week, organized by Elevate Aviation in Edmonton, Alberta. This event marked a significant step towards introducing women to various career opportunities within the aviation sector. It held a particular focus on the

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Southwest Flight Chicago-Miami: Cell Phone Battery Emits Smoke

A Southwest Airlines flight operating between Chicago, IL and Miami, FL reported an issue with a cell phone battery emitting smoke on 4 August 2024. Southwest Airlines flight WN3204 was conducting its descent for an approach to the destination Miami International Airport (MIA). During the initial descent procedure, flight crew observed smoke emitting from a

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Southwest Flight Chicago-Miami: Cell Phone Battery Emits Smoke

A Southwest flight operating from Chicago to Miami diverted to Palm Beach International Airport after a cell phone on the flightdeck emitted smoke on 4 August.

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ITA Airways A220 Returns to Genova With Smoking Engine

ITA Airways flight AZ1380, an Airbus A220-300 bound for Rome, made a precautionary return to Genova after smoke was seen emitting from one engine on 4 August.

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ITA Airways A220 Returns to Genova With Smoking Engine

An ITA Airways Airbus A220-300 operating from Genova to Rome, Italy made a precautionary return to the origin airport after an engine emitted smoke on 4 August 2024. ITA Airways flight AZ1380 had just departed from Genova Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) when the problem arose. Whilst the aircraft was in the early stages of its

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Copa Airlines Clinches “Favorite Airline in South/Central America” Title Again

Copa Airlines has claimed the title of "Favorite Airline in South/Central America" for a second consecutive year at the 2024 Trazee Travel Awards.

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Copa Airlines Clinches “Favourite Airline in South/Central America” Title Again

Copa Airlines (NYSE: CPA), has once again claimed the title of “Favorite Airline in South/Central America” at the 2024 Trazee Travel Awards. This marks the second year in a row that Copa has earned this prestigious recognition. The latest accolade furthers its position as a leader in the region’s aviation industry. The 10th annual Trazees

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Icelandair Sees Record-Breaking July Traffic

Icelandair has achieved a notable milestone in its July 2024 traffic data report, setting a new record for monthly passenger numbers. The airline transported an impressive 610,000 travelers, marking an 8% increase compared to July 2023. This achievement highlights Icelandair’s growing popularity and operational efficiency in the face of a challenging aviation landscape. Year-to-Date Performance

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Emirates First Retrofitted 777 Takes Off to Geneva

Emirates has taken a step forward in enhancing its passenger experience with the introduction of its first Boeing 777 featuring a complete cabin overhaul. The newly refurbished aircraft will make its maiden voyage to Geneva as flight EK83 today. The first flight marks a further stepping stone in the airline’s commitment to luxury and comfort.

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