Families gathered in Ahmedabad and elsewhere to mark one year since Air India Flight 171 crashed, killing 260 people. Investigators say evidence is still being analysed, leaving relatives waiting for a final account of the disaster.
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Federal investigators said a United Boeing 767 was too slow and low before it struck a light pole near Newark Liberty International Airport. The plane landed safely, but debris damaged a tractor-trailer and the aircraft sustained substantial damage.
A United Airlines flight from Newark to Spain returned mid-flight after a Bluetooth device named "BOMB" triggered a security alert. Passengers were evacuated and re-screened before continuing the journey hours later.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet in Beijing to strengthen ties, sign multiple agreements, and discuss global conflicts. Energy cooperation and the Ukraine war were key topics, with no breakthrough on a major gas pipeline deal.
President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping agree on modest trade deals and a new framework for cooperation, but experts see few immediate breakthroughs. Key issues like Taiwan and Iran remain unresolved as both sides prepare for Xi’s visit to Washington.
A United Airlines Boeing 767 struck a light pole and a tractor-trailer on the New Jersey Turnpike during its approach to Newark Airport, injuring a truck driver and causing minor damage to the aircraft. Investigations by the FAA and NTSB are underway.
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams discussed their unexpectedly extended mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) during a news conference, which was prolonged from an eight-day test flight to nine and a half months due to issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. Originally launched in June on the Starliner's first crewed test flight, their mission was extended after complications with the spacecraft's thrusters during docking, leading NASA to keep them on the ISS, drawing significant public attention. Upon their return to Earth on March 18 via a SpaceX Dragon capsule, Williams shared personal reflections on her longing for home and the simple pleasures she missed, while the mission underscored the challenges of the Starliner program and the need for reliable spacecraft in future missions.
A United Airlines flight encountered a kite while landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, but safely landed without incident. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police confiscated the kite from an individual at Gravelly Point, an area where kite-flying is prohibited due to its proximity to the airport's flight path. This incident highlights the importance of adhering to airspace regulations to ensure the safety of air travelers and prevent future occurrences.