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Federal Aviation Regulators have issued strict safety warnings for airline pilots: think carefully before turning off autopilots and other computerized flight controls at the country’s busiest airport. The Federal Aviation Administration warning warned pilots about the risk of overreliance on their own manual flights and visual approaches in busy airspace. The bulletin issued in response to the dangers revealed by the recent “notable and highly visible” commercial aviation accident in the United States, is expressed in technical terms and was largely overlooked when it was released in early April.The most devastating of these accidents was a January air collision between…

British holiday makers were able to see their dream escape turn into a nightmare due to ambiguous airport regulations. Blue and Burgundy passport holders are noted that “secret” rules at the airport can cause major confusion even before they reach the boarding area.Many people are obsessed with long security lines and potential industrial measures, but sometimes they miss a flight, but smartphones can actually throw wrenches in their travel plans. Travel Gurus at Wildpack American Summer Camps has issued a warning that cell phone batteries could cause travelers to get stuck or seize their devices. Travel Afionado Jamie Fraser highlights…

The direct air connection between the UK and Sierra Leone was reestablished after a 12-year break following the success of the first flight in which British Carrier Ascend Airways is operating on behalf of Air Sierra Leone. The first London Gatwick – Freetown Service departed on April 26th and returned the following day, coinciding with Sierra Leone’s Independence Day celebration. The recovered route is powered by the UK-based Sierra Leone diaspora and international travellers, marking an important milestone for both countries. Starting June 16th, Ascend Airways will operate three services per week on the route, supported by Boeing 737 Max…

On Monday, the White House removed the latest National Road Safety Commission vice-chairman in a string of fires by President Donald Trump from independent U.S. government agencies. Alvin Brown, the first ever African-American elected Democrat in Jacksonville, Florida, joined the five-person board meeting in March 2024 before being designated vice-chaired by then-President Joe Biden in December. White House officials confirmed their departure. The White House has ruled out Alvin Brown, vice-chairman of the National Road Safety Commission, the latest in a string of fires by President Donald Trump. Greg Lavette / Palm Beach Post / USA Today Network Alvin Brown,…

On Monday, the White House removed the latest National Road Safety Commission vice-chairman in a string of fires by President Donald Trump from independent U.S. government agencies. Alvin Brown, the first ever African-American elected Democrat in Jacksonville, Florida, joined the five-person board meeting in March 2024 before being designated vice-chaired by then-President Joe Biden in December. White House officials confirmed their departure. The White House has ruled out Alvin Brown, vice-chairman of the National Road Safety Commission, the latest in a string of fires by President Donald Trump. Greg Lavette / Palm Beach Post / USA Today Network Alvin Brown,…

Ethiopia’s Institute of Biodiversity (EBI) is strengthening conservation initiatives to protect the diverse flora and fauna of countries, including endemic species. With over 92,000 plants genetic samples stored in the Central Gene Bank of Addis Ababa, the institute has adopted both ex-sit and on-site strategies to protect species of nutrition, medicinal and economic significance. Field gene banks have also been established for species that are not suitable for cold storage, such as Choche and Bedessa coffee and Goba medicinal plants. Ethiopia is recognized as a global genetic centre for major crops such as Teff, Noog and Ethiopian mustard, hosting extensive…

David Shepherdson |ReutersIs it safe to fly yet?The NTSB preliminary report proposes permanent solutions to address “severe safety issues.”WASHINGTON – On May 5, the White House removed the latest vice-chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board in a string of fires by President Donald Trump from an independent US government agency.More details: Helicopter companies will shut down operations after a fatal crash in New York, the FAA saysAlvin Brown, the Democrat who first elected the mayor of Jacksonville, Florida, to be African-American, joined the five-person board meeting in March 2024 before being designated vice-chaired by President Joe Biden in December.White…

A new analysis by Marie Noel Nuukoro of the Brenthurst Foundation shows that Morocco’s experience of aviation liberalization demonstrates how strategic reforms can transform air travel across Africa. As the first African nation to sign an open sky agreement with the European Union in 2006, Morocco’s bold move has achieved impressive results despite initial skepticism. Passenger volume between Morocco and Europe increased by about 18% per year in the four years after the transaction, creating an additional 1 billion euros in Morocco’s GDP by 2009, creating an estimated 24,000 jobs. “Sceptics feared that the onslaught of low-cost airlines in Europe…

Ethiopian Airlines, Africa's most profitable airline, is expanding its network further by signing plans to launch two daily flights to Lagos. The airline said starting July 1, 2025, Nigerian passengers will increase their Lagos options on daily flights. The extra flights offer immediate connections to many African and Asian destinations. These extra flights have immediate connections that reduce the total flight time for passengers. According to the airline, there are four night flights at 10pm and three flights at 5:40am. Daily noon flights remain the same. Only additional flights vary. Night departure from Lagos et 902 arriving at Addis at…

If you’re on a plane due to a long flight, and if you’re feeling dehydrated, relaxing with coffee, tea, or even water is an appealing option. But according to one former flight attendant, doing so could make you sick.Over 500,000 likes! In the video of Tiktok that won the video, former flight attendant Kat Kamalani shared her top tips with her followers. Kat said:“The reason is that those tanks are never cleaned and they are disgusting.”Contact your flight attendant. You rarely drink coffee or tea. They come from the same aquarium, so when you drink that coffee, tea or tap…