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Recently, the average fatal accident rate per 100,000 flight hours has fallen. It was 0.69 from 2019 to 23, and fell to 0.62 between 2020 and 2024. It's probably the limit, but it's important that the trend is positive. What do you think is the main driver behind this drop? USHST's Lee Roskop and FAA Aviation Safety Coordinator (Rotorcraft) have compiled the year-end accident data. The trends are positive, but we still have a lot to do. Summary of the previous fiscal year 2025 (2025) (October to December 2024) FY25 Total: 17 accidents, 5 fatal accidents, 12 deaths Accidents (including…

Birmingham Airport has announced major changes to its parking system by implementing a vehicle barrier-free setup using premium set-down and drop-off zones. This innovative switch is set to start with stepping down barriers in Elmdon's multi-store parking lot.The airport is confident that removing these physical barriers will significantly mitigate vehicle flow and tackle crowds during peak hours. They employ sophisticated automatic license plate recognition (ANPR) technology, allowing the car to go out smoothly and keep traffic running.Despite the more streamlined process, drivers should not forget to pay appropriate parking fees within 24 hours of departure. Payments are flexible in your…

Elon Musk, the tech mogul and the world's wealthiest man, holds citizenship in three countries: South Africa, the US and Canada. He earned Canadian citizenship when he was born in Pretoria, South Africa. Musk's mother Maye Musk was born as a Canadian citizen in Regina, Saskatchewan, so Musk automatically inherited Canadian citizenship through descent. Under current Canadian law, children born outside of Canada can inherit Canadian citizenship from their parents, but only one generation. This means that if the parent is a Canadian citizen, even if they are born or naturalized, their children will become citizens, even if they are…

There's nothing more exciting than heading to the airport when you go on a holiday.But many of us get hooked and sometimes stuffed with too many clothes in our suitcases, even if it's a short trip.However, one travel writer shared five hacks to avoid extra baggage charges if the flight with Ryanair went out a little overboard. Ellen Grace, from Dublin, Ireland, documents her travel experiences on social media and advises people planning on traveling abroad. She has also worked in a variety of countries, including Greece and Spain, so she has gathered some expertise.Ryanair allows passengers to bring one…

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) recently released its 2024 annual safety report. The numbers included in the report reveal that the entire air transport industry remains one of the safest forms of transportation, demonstrating a trajectory of improvements in rolling average figures over the past five years. However, 2024 safety did not emulate the unprecedented low levels recorded in 2023. This turned out to be the safest year for commercial airline travel. In 2024, IATA reported an accident rate of 1.13 flights per million flights. This amounted to one accident per 880,000 flights. This figure has improved over a…

A quaint seaside town, Broadstairs is crowned “one of the coolest places in the UK” and has become a hot spot for famous chefs. The town has long been a favorite among holiday makers due to its impressive cliffs and untouched beaches.Famous Victorian novelist Charles Dickens also highly praised Broadsteas. A family-friendly hub, Central Viking Bay offers amusement rides and charming beach hats. The town's historic streets are lined with distinctive, independent shops, which add to its unique charm.Broadstairs has also gained a reputation as a foodie paradise, offering stylish restaurants, quaint cafes and a beloved Morelli ice cream parlour…

Famous for its fertile soil, subtropical climate and ideal growth conditions, the KZN South Coast has long been synonymous with thriving sugarcane, bananas, macadamia nuts and coffee farms. Now, one brave local entrepreneur shows the area's incredible potential for another produce: mushrooms. 100% Black Oyster Mushrooms, with its production headquarters in Kwanositha, have been growing fresh oyster mushrooms for local supply since 2018. and dehydration type. “When I first started, I didn't have a background in agriculture, but I knew it was an industry where I needed to be in. “The Department of Agriculture trained us on how to grow…

Last night, along with the Minister of Home Affairs, Dr. Leon Schreiber, Minister Patricia de Lille and other government and tourism stakeholders welcomed the first group of visitors from China at Cape Town International Airport. An exciting and truly a South African welcome, the Minister was pleased to welcome the 15 tourists and tour guides who arrived in South Africa a few days after the Ministry of Home Affairs had processed the visas through the new TTOS visa initiative. “This was an exciting moment for this groundbreaking initiative in which TTO provides a faster and more seamless process for travelers…

The Mukuba Express stayed in motion for eight hours and stopped in a small village about 50 miles west of the Tanzania-Zambia border. “We'll be there soon,” the mechanic told me, but the locomotive had derailed and the repair equipment was miles away. I took the historic Tanzania-Zambian Railway (Tazara) Express train in the central town of Zambia, Kapili Muposi, so I was on the train for two days. Despite the delay, life continued. The kids played soccer by the side of the truck, the women sold mangoes, and dozens of cheerful passengers ate fried greens and ugari dishes in…

The flight attendant explained why travelers shouldn't applaud when the plane lands.It is common for some passengers to applaud when landing as a sign of gratitude or relief, but flight attendants have revealed why good-willed gestures have not had the desired effect in Tiktok”Some passengers applaud when they land, but I don't recommend it,” says Barbara Bacilieri. She pointed out that the pilot wouldn't listen to applause because the cockpit door blocked the noise.She also lists several other reasons not to applause, including potential safety accidents and unexpected issues that may occur after a landing.Posting under @barbiebac on the steering…