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  • Flying car gets FAA approval

    As a car, the Terrafugia Transition could be said to be found somewhat wanting in the looks department – it is an ugly beast, but it is an ugly beast that is approved for use both on the ground and in the air. The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)...
  • Airlines lose over 25 million bags a year

    Travel agents, Flight Centre, announced recently that over 25 million items of luggage go missing at major airports every year. Their advice? Make sure you have the right travel insurance. After analysing the latest figures in the 2010 Air Transport Industry Baggage Report, it shows a staggering one in 100 passengers globally at a major airport will...
  • Model sues over mid-air fake boob damage

    Irene Ferrari, a Russian model, is suing Swiss International Airlines for a boob related incident.  She is not new to this sort of thing after suffering an exploding breast whilst landing on a flight last year.  Ms Ferrari received a healthy settlement from that incident. Apparently her size “F” breasts hit the seat in front of her when strong turbulence...
  • Woman left asleep on plane for hours

    Ever had one of those days that nothing seems to go right? Wondered why you ever got out of bed some days? That is probably what Ginger McGuire thought when it was discovered that airline staff  failed to spot her snoozing for more than three hours after her flight touched down at Philadelphia International...
  • Luxury Jet Transforms Into Room With a View

    For the millionaire that has everything, Avro have released a new aircraft design featuring an “air deck” and aiming to provide the ultimate travel experience for those seeking five-star luxury even while roughing it. Known as The Avro Business Jet Explorer, it is believed to be a first in...
  • Passenger Lands Plane After Pilot Dies

    Want to know what’s worse than flying back with your family after your brother’s funeral?  Turbulence?  Poor service?  No peanuts?  Try having to land the plane after the pilot dies. Doug White of Archibald, Louisiana did just that.  Flying with his family from Marco Island, Florida to Jackson, Mississippi following...