FlySafair pilot strike enters second week as talks stall and flights affected
The FlySafair pilot strike has entered its second week after failed talks over wages and working conditions, with more flights disrupted on Monday, 28 July 2025.
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Hundreds of Finnair flights amid escalating mass strike action
Finnair has cancelled hundreds of flights due to ground staff strikes at Helsinki Airport, and explains what passengers can do next.
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Qatar aviation reopens airspace after Iran missile onslaught
Qatar has reopened its airspace and Qatar Airways has resumed flights after Iran launched missiles at a US military base in the country.
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KZN rescuers launch search for aircraft carrying three passengers
A light aircraft carrying three people has gone missing after leaving Virginia Airport, prompting a full-scale search and rescue operation in KwaZulu-Natal.
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Emirates resumes flights to Damascus for the first time in 13 years
Emirates will restart flights to Damascus on 16 July 2025 after halting operations in 2012 due to safety concerns.
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Delta Airlines Mexico City flight failure endangers lives of 149 passengers
A Delta Airlines flight returned to Mexico City after a technical failure, activating emergency protocols and affecting 149 passengers.
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Heathrow Airport resumes operations: Here are the latest updates
Heathrow Airport has resumed full operations after a 24-hour shutdown caused by a power outage linked to an off-site substation fire.
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Cape Town airport still without power, ACSA confirms
Cape Town International Airport remains without power as ACSA confirms ongoing outages. Here are the latest updates.
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Cape Town international Airport hit by power outage
Cape Town International Airport is experiencing intermittent power outages, with technicians working to restore services.
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Flights hampered by delays as Cape Town International Airport grapples with power outage
A sudden power outage at Cape Town International Airport disrupts flights. Here's what we know.
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FlySafair responds to OR Tambo refuelling saga with travel updates
In a statement released this afternoon, FlySafair confirmed that the refuelling issue at OR Tambo caused delays across numerous routes.
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Refuelling challenges cause delays at OR Tambo International Airport
ACSA issued a statement confirming the disruption, attributing the issue to technical difficulties affecting the airport’s refuelling infrastructure.
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SAA warns of more flight cancellations as pilot strike persists
With the strike now in its second day, SAA has hinted at further cancellations this weekend.
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FlySafair Lanseria-Durban flight forced to make emergency flight
FlySafair made it clear that bird strikes, though uncommon, are managed efficiently by trained pilots to ensure passenger safety.
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FlySafair cancels George flights: Here are the latest updates
FlySafair was forced to cancel multiple flights at George Airport on Monday. Here are the latest updates.
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FlySafair blasted for system outage at OR Tambo International Airport
OR Tambo International Airport experienced chaos on domestic flights as FlySafair faced a system outage, on Wednesday.
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King Phalo Airport flights grounded on Tuesday, 8 October 2024 – Here’s the latest
All flights at King Phalo Airport have been grounded due to poor weather, causing delays. Here are the latest updates.
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Emirates flights cancelled as Middle East tensions rise
According to the airline, the decision to halt services stems from growing unrest and regional instability, with flights to and from Basra and Baghdad in Iraq, as well as Tehran in Iran, being cancelled through Monday.
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SACAA places restriction on FlySafair East London flights
FlySafair flights to and from East London face delays due to severe weather and ATNS restrictions.
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Inbound Cape Town flights are being diverted on Tuesday, 20 August 2024 – Here’s why
The airport management confirmed it was aware of the situation and contingency plans have been activated to ensure minimal disruption for passengers.
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Rotational delays affect flights at OR Tambo Airport: Here’s what we know
OR Tambo International Airport faced significant disruptions as rotational delays impacted flight schedules across the board.
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Cape Town International Airport power outage latest updates: Here’s what we know
Cape Town International Airport is currently experiencing a power outage affecting all flight operations, with technicians working to resolve the issue. UPDATE: In a statement, ACSA confirmed that “runway lights and navigational aids were returned to service after 01:00, allowing for safe aircraft landings.” Cape Town International Airport power outage: Here are the latest updates […]
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Saurya Airlines horror crash kills 18 passengers – Here’s the latest
The Kathmandu Post reported that the aircraft carried 19 people, including two crew members and 17 technicians who were travelling to Pokhara to repair another aircraft.
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Air Europa flight turbulence leaves 30 passengers injured [video]
An Air Europa flight from Madrid to Uruguay experienced severe turbulence, resulting in 30 passengers being injured and an emergency landing in Brazil.
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Watch: Air Canada 777 mid-air engine fail caught on camera [video]
An Air Canada flight from Toronto to Paris experienced an engine issue shortly after takeoff, forcing it to return to Pearson airport.
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Two suspects arrested in connection with FlySafair bomb threat
According to police, alarm was raised when the passengers, both male, informed a fellow rider of a bomb threat.
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JHB-bound FlySafair flight FA102 grounded over bomb threat
A potential bomb threat forced FlySafair flight FA102 from Cape Town to Johannesburg to be grounded on Thursday night.
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Passenger dies in London-Singapore Boeing 777 flight [video]
A passenger died on a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore after severe turbulence. Here's what we know.
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