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A recent surge in incidents involving mid-flight turbulence has raised concerns about passenger and crew safety. On May 27, a Turkish Airlines Airbus A321 flight from Istanbul to Izmir experienced severe turbulence, seriously injuring a flight attendant. The incident highlights the vulnerability of cabin crew during unexpected turbulence events. This latest incident follows a series of other severe turbulence events in recent weeks involving Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines, resulting in injuries and even fatalities. Experts suggest that climate change may be a contributing factor to the increased frequency of such events. As aviation safety protocols evolve, the industry must address these growing concerns to protect passengers and crew from the dangers of severe turbulence.

In response to a recent turbulence incident that resulted in one fatality and several injuries, Singapore Airlines has announced modifications to its in-flight safety protocols and flight routes. The airline will now refrain from serving hot drinks or meals when the seatbelt sign is illuminated.

A Sunday evening United Airlines flight from Zurich to Chicago was forced to turn around and land in Ireland after a business-class passenger’s laptop became stuck in their seat, according to the travel news site Paddle Your Own Kanoo. The incident highlights the potential risks associated with bringing laptops or other electronic devices on board aircraft.

Air India Flight 807 from Delhi to Bangalore experienced a mid-air scare on Friday due to a suspected fire in the air conditioning unit. The incident triggered a full emergency at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), but the aircraft landed safely at 6:38 pm. As a result, alternative arrangements were made for passengers to continue their journey to Bangalore.

United Airlines has unveiled a captivating new onboard safety video, ‘Safety in Motion,’ designed to engage and empower passengers with essential safety information. Premiering on May 25th, the video is a vibrant and interactive journey that employs a unique Rube Goldberg machine concept, featuring real United staff delivering clear and user-friendly demonstrations of safety protocols.

Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) has completed extensive runway repair and maintenance ahead of the monsoon season. The work was carried out on both runways to enhance operational efficiency and passenger convenience during the heavy rainfall. CSMIA, recognized as the world’s busiest single runway airport, handles over 950 air traffic movements daily. The maintenance included identifying and examining areas prone to waterlogging, checking runway surfaces for cracks, and servicing nearly 5,000 aeronautical ground lights. CSMIA also developed a Monsoon contingency plan with various stakeholders to manage weather disruptions and ensure continuous operation. The airport remains committed to providing a seamless and safe travel experience for all passengers and airlines operating from Mumbai.

A United Airlines flight arriving at the Edmonton International Airport faced an issue as its rear wheel rolled off the tarmac and became stuck in grass and mud on Tuesday afternoon. The aircraft, carrying 165 passengers and five crew members, was from Denver to Edmonton, and the incident occurred during taxiing. Emergency crews responded, and passengers and crew were safely disembarked using stairs. The plane, an Airbus A320-232, remains in the maneuvering area, but airport operations are unaffected.

A glass panel near boarding gate no. 105 at Kolkata airport’s domestic terminal shattered around 10.40 am on Wednesday, causing a scare among passengers. Airport officials said no one was injured and the glass shards were cleared. They are checking the remaining glass panels in the arrival, departure halls, and passenger hold areas. While similar incidents used to be more common in the early years after the terminal’s inauguration in 2013, they have become less frequent in recent times. The last reported incident was in September 2017.