All Safety News – Page 861
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NewsTraffic begins to return to normal at UK airports in aftermath of foiled terrorist plot
Flight schedules from UK airports were slowly returning to normal this morning, but severe hand baggage restrictions remain in place, delaying check-in procedures.
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Gemini Air Cargo altimeter error led to Boeing MD-11 low approach
Aircraft descended to 720ft above ground while still 7nm from airport
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NewsHeathrow re-opens but extensive delays still expected
London Heathrow Airport is open again for short-haul traffic but airlines are warning of further delays
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NewsUS security chief confirms liquid explosives planned by UK terrorist cell
USA implements new rules in light of UK bombers' plans to blow up aircraft with liquid explosives and electronic detonators
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Eclipse VLJ to lack full avionics fit for at least six months
Manufacturer meanwhile plans to boost aircraft's speed and increase fuel capacity
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NewsAirbus adds 1,200 staff to A380 assembly line
Holidays cancelled on Toulouse A380 line as Airbus battles to fix problems
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Thai steps up A350 and 787 evaluations
A350-900 and 787-9 seen as candidates for US and European services
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NewsEtihad weighs up options for new widebody types
Abu Dhabi carrier poised for big order for Airbus A350 or Boeing 787 early next year
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West Air launches cargo CRJ as Cascade aims for kit deal
Bombardier closes on conversion contract for freighter variant of 50-seater