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Why a Midflight Plane Turned Around for a Lost Phone

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Last week, an Air France flight heading to the Caribbean turned back to Paris due to a passenger who couldn’t find their mobile phone. The decision was made as a "precaution" to prevent potential risks associated with an unattended device possibly overheating. This marks the second time this month that such action has been taken for a Caribbean-bound Air France plane over concerns related to phones containing lithium-ion batteries. Airlines worldwide continue to address these fire hazards posed by electronic devices equipped with these types of batteries. In the latest incident, both passengers and crew were unable to locate the mobile phone once the aircraft departed from Paris Orly Airport shortly after midday on March 21. The Boeing 777 performed a turn and made circles off the French coastline before returning to the same airport, as reported by the flight-tracking platform FlightAware. The aircraft returned to its starting point just over two hours following dep...

Dampak Keberadaan Garuda Indonesia Terhadap Maskapai Nasional

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Seperti yang telah saya ulas minggu lalu di media, Indonesia Airlines (IA) adalah perusahaan penerbangan asing yang berbaju atau berizin di Singapura, sama seperti Singapore Airlines, Jetstar Asia Airways, Scoot, dan Silk Air. Mereka menggunakan kode 9V dan dari sisi peraturan, sebagai maskapai Internasional, IA tidak melanggar peraturan yang ada di Indonesia. Pemilik IA adalah Calypte Holding Pte. Ltd., perusahaan ini berencana untuk mengoperasikan penerbangan internasional dari Bandara Soekarno Hatta (CGK), serta beberapa bandaranya internasional lainnya di Tanah Air tanpa menyalahi prinsip-prinsip tersebut. cabotage , seperti yang ditakutkan banyak pihak. Kami harus mengetahui hal ini tanpa melanggar prinsip-prinsipnya. cabotage pun, IA sebagai maskapai asing dapat dengan bebas menerbangi wilayah udara Indonesia dengan menggunakan hak angkut ( Right Entitlement ) yang dimiliki Singapura. Izin ini tertulis dalam Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BA...

14 Essential Plane Etiquette Tips for a Smoother Flight

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Volunteer to pitch in with an additional helping hand The top guideline for being polite on an aircraft is not to overlook those who might require assistance. Keep in mind that everyone shares the experience equally—they're literally confined within the same tight quarters, bound for the same endpoint. Small acts of kindness and cooperation can significantly improve things. As per Melanie Fish, who leads public relations at Expedia Group, "Should another passenger seem overwhelmed, step forward to lend a hand and find ways to ease their burden." This may involve helping out with cumbersome bags or soothing a fussy kid. Personally, as I frequently board quite early and am usually seated, I tend to assist others who might be having difficulty stowing their luggage in the overhead compartment by offering, "Need some help with that?" This aligns with what Claytor refers to. basic etiquette principle Of "considering others before yourself." Ho...

Suhu Turun Drastis di Singapura, Ribuan Penumpang Terdampak

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gudangmovies21 , JAKARTA - Sejumlah penerbangan dari Bandara Changi mengalami penundaan setelah hujan deras yang mengguyur Singapura beberapa hari terakhir. Menurut informasi dari Straits Times, situs web Bandara Changi mencantumkan sejumlah penerbangan yang telah direschedul kembali untuk berbagai maskapai termasuk Jetstar dan Scoot. Penerbangan TransNusa menuju Jakarta dicabut, sementara pemberangkatan lainnya ke lokasi seperti Seoul, Phuket, dan Jakarta yang lain ditunda. Pada saat bersamaan, di Bandara Seletar, operasi maskapai berbiaya rendah dari Malaysia bernama Firefly juga mengalami pengaruh. Demikian juga, hujan lebat yang mengguyur wilayah tersebut selama dua hari berturut-turut menurunkan temperatur ke 21,9 derajat Celsius di area Tuas Selatan sekitar pukul 10:00 waktu lokal pada tanggal 20 Maret 2025. Curah hujan maksimum mencapai angka 204,2 milimeter dicatat menjelang pukul 16:00 di daerah Waduk MacRitchie. Menurut informasi di laman accuweath...

6 Bandara Paling Indah di Dunia: Dua Di Antaranya dari ASEAN

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5.180.24.3 , Jakarta - Bandara Tidak sekadar menjadi lokasi untuk kedatangan dan keberangkatan orang, banyak bandara kini dilengkapi dengan fasilitas moderen, termasuk restoran serta pusat perbelanjaan yang menghadirkan desain arsitektural mempesona sehingga pengunjung dapat merasa nyaman selama bertahan lama di sana. Ada pula bandara yang mencakup area wisata bagi para tamunya. Prix Versailles, sebuah penghargaan internasional untuk desain dan arsitektur, telah mengumumkan daftar ranking berbagai struktur bangunan global, termasuk museum sampai bandara, yang memiliki arsitektur luar biasa. Enam bandara secara keseluruhan meraih gelar pemenang dalam kategori ini, dengan dua di antaranya datang dari wilayah Asia Tenggara. Menurut laman web resmi Prix Versailles, Timeout Travel , dan sejumlah sumber lainnya, berikut ini adalah keenam bandara paling indah di dunia yang menakjubkan karena kemegahan arsitekturnya serta memiliki fasilitas bertaraf...

Plane's Wing Hits Runway During Landing; Pilots Abort Approach

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The wing of a Delta plane hit the runway as it approached for landing at LaGuardia Airport on Sunday evening, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Around 10:10 PM on Sunday, the aircraft's left wing hit the runway during landing, after which the pilots performed a go-around, as stated by the FAA. A go-around is a secure and standard procedure wherein the pilot halts the landing approach and elevates the aircraft back up to perform another descent for landing when conditions permit. The CRJ-900 airplane was en route on its usual flight schedule from Jacksonville, Florida, to New York City, as stated by Delta. In an exchange over air traffic control radio communications, the controller informed the pilot about witnessing sparks emanating from one of their wings, asking if they had noticed anything unusual. To this, the pilot replied that they hadn’t experienced anything but would conduct a thorough inspection nonetheless. The flight was managed by En...

Which Side of the Plane Is Best? Frequent Flyers Share Their Secrets

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Take into account these aspects when choosing your seat on an aircraft. When it comes to flying, most passengers prefer either window or aisle seats, but have you ever considered the benefits of sitting elsewhere? side When choosing your seat on an airplane, you might wonder whether one side offers advantages over the other. Before we start discussing this topic, let’s establish something important: Neither the right nor the left side of the aircraft is inherently safer. Nonetheless, seasoned travelers often have preferences for specific sides due to various factors beyond safety. To help guide your decision, we've asked some experienced flyers about their preferred seating choices—here’s what considerations they recommend keeping in mind when making your selection. choosing your seat on an aircraft . Potential Views If you prefer a window seat, you might want to check your potential flight path before picking a side. "I really like the window seat and oft...

What Are the Best Seats for a Comfortable Flight?

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All airplane seats aren’t made alike. When you’re reserving your upcoming trip and pondering which one to pick, certain options stand out as preferable over others. We’re not merely discussing the difference between first-class and economy seating. Due to various airplane layouts, certain seats can be more cramped, fail to align properly with windows, or do not recline fully. Therefore, there are specific seats you should steer clear of, such as those near the restrooms. However, the brief response to which airplane seat is best It varies depending on your needs. Considerations include how often you stand up or the amount of legroom required. Here we have outlined the top seating choices along with their advantages and disadvantages for each option. What are the optimal seating positions on an aircraft? Overall, there are several factors to consider when selecting your seat. Primarily, the central section of the airplane experiences the least movement because...