A massive container ship caught fire while docked at the Port of Los Angeles, raising alarms about potential pollution. The blaze started on Friday night, causing authorities to issue a shelter-in-place order for nearby areas due to worries about hazardous cargo. By Saturday afternoon, the fire was mostly under control. Firefighters had to move the ship out to sea t...
North Texas airports had a rough day on Thursday. DFW and Dallas Love Field saw more than a thousand flights delayed or canceled. This was all thanks to some heavy rain and thunderstorms that rolled in. DFW Airport, which is a big deal for American Airlines, had nearly 900 delays and over 300 cancellations. Meanwhile, Dallas Love Field, home to Southwest Airlines, h...
A UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky, has left a trail of destruction and unanswered questions. The incident, which occurred early Tuesday evening, resulted in the loss of 13 lives and significant damage to the surrounding area. The plane, bound for Honolulu, was carrying a substantial amount of fuel and cargo when it crashed shortly after takeoff. Invest...
A tragic event unfolded near Louisville's airport, leaving at least nine people dead and many more injured. A UPS cargo plane, an MD-11 aircraft, went down around 5:15 p. m. on Tuesday, causing a massive plume of smoke visible across Louisville and southern Indiana. The crash site was near businesses, and it's still unclear how many people were inside when the plane ...
Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, the world's busiest, faced a tough night due to severe weather. Hundreds of flights were canceled, and many more were delayed, causing headaches for travelers. Delta Air Lines, which calls Atlanta its home base, was hit the hardest. Nearly 14% of its flights were grounded. The airline is working hard to get things ...
Newark Liberty Airport, a key hub for New York City, has been facing serious issues with its air traffic control system. The airport was operating with a mere three controllers on duty instead of the required 14, leading to significant delays for incoming flights. This shortfall is part of a broader set of problems that have plagued the airport recently. In ...
Lightning is a serious threat to the aviation world. It causes many delays and puts people in danger. It is responsible for keeping planes on the ground and making passengers wait. This is especially true in certain parts of the world. In Southeast Asia, for example, lightning is a big problem. The weather there is hot and humid, which makes thunderstorms more l...
Heathrow Airport was back in action on Saturday morning. The airport was able to resume flights after a fire at a nearby electrical substation caused a major power outage. This outage led to significant travel disruptions the day before. The fire's cause is still a mystery. Investigations are ongoing to determine what sparked the blaze. Authorities have ruled ou...
Container ports are busy places. They handle lots of cargo. But they also release harmful gases into the air. These gases can make people sick. They cause problems like breathing issues and heart diseases. So, it's important to measure how green these ports are. One way to do this is by looking at how much pollution they produce. This can help in finding ways to redu...
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) faced a rough day on March 5, 2025, as severe weather caused chaos. Thunderstorms and strong winds led to a massive disruption, with 179 flights canceled and 351 delayed. This made CLT the most affected airport in the US that day. The storm hit hard, especially between 9 am and 11 am. High winds and heavy rain grounded m...