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October 16th

Smoke alarm on Air France flight: Safe landing in Stockholm

On Air France flight AF1062 from Paris CDG to Stockholm Arlanda, a smoke alarm went off in the cabin shortly before landing. The Airbus A320, with around 170 passengers on board, landed safely at 18:40 p.m. without any visible smoke being detected. Due to the alarm, oxygen masks were provided and 12 emergency units were dispatched to the airport to monitor the situation. Emergency services at the airport confirmed that evacuation of the aircraft was not necessary. The aircraft was taken to the boarding gate after landing, while numerous fire and police vehicles were on standby at the airport as a precaution. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the smoke alarm.

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Emergency landing of a Jet2.com flight on Porto Santo due to medical emergency

Jet2.com flight LS3269 from Liverpool to Tenerife South was forced to make an emergency landing on the Portuguese island of Porto Santo on Tuesday due to a passenger's medical emergency. The passenger was suffering from an acute cardiac emergency, so emergency services were on standby to provide immediate assistance. The flight, originally scheduled to land in Tenerife at 11.20am, was unable to continue its journey until 12.28pm, finally reaching its destination at 13.30pm. These circumstances led to a delay of the return flight from Tenerife to Liverpool, which only departed at 14.44pm instead of the scheduled 12.05pm.The emergency landing and subsequent delays raise questions about safety and emergency protocols in air travel.

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Eurowings cancels Munich-Dortmund connection from April 2025

In the upcoming winter schedule, Eurowings will operate the route between Munich and Dortmund five days a week. However, this connection will be removed from the schedule from April 2025. The news follows Ryanair's announcement that it will withdraw completely from Dortmund next summer. These developments raise questions about the city's future air transport connections, as Dortmund will lose another route. Analysts warn that the airlines' withdrawal could lead to an increase in travel costs and limit the population's mobility. The suspension of the Munich-Dortmund route was first reported by Aerotelegraph.

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Federal Prosecutor's Office investigates case of alleged sabotage in Leipzig

The Federal Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation into a fire in an air freight package in Leipzig in July, which was allegedly started by Russia. According to a spokesman for the Karlsruhe authority, the parcels that caught fire in the DHL freight center are being examined more closely. The Federal Prosecutor General is responsible for crimes directed against the Federal Republic. The chairman of the Parliamentary Control Committee, Konstantin von Notz, expressed concern about the possibility of targeted sabotage and called for the security authorities to fully investigate the background. The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution had previously reported that Germany had narrowly avoided a plane crash that could have been caused by the fire in the package. The incident was prevented by a delay in the onward flight of the package from the Baltic states, which contained an incendiary device. The investigation sheds light on possible security risks in German air freight traffic and growing concerns about Russian activities abroad.

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Successful musical “Sister Act” comes to Austria

The popular musical "Sister Act", based on the cult comedy starring Whoopi Goldberg, will start an Austrian tour from October 31, 2024. The premiere will take place in Linz, followed by performances in Salzburg, Bregenz and Vienna. The stage adaptation, which is very popular in international metropolises such as New York and London, will be presented in German. The story follows eccentric nightclub singer Deloris van Cartier, who is sent to a monastery after a murder witness protection program. There she takes over the leadership of the church choir, which leads to unexpected challenges when her past catches up with her. Oscar-winning composer Alan Menken contributed the musical elements of the piece, which features humor and music. The tour includes the following dates: Offering both entertainment and an inspiring message, "Sister Act" is appreciated by critics and audiences alike.

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Official warning about unconventional incendiary devices in freight transport

In August 2024, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and the Federal Criminal Police Office in Germany sent a security advisory to companies in the aviation and logistics sectors. The security authorities warned of unconventional incendiary devices sent via freight service providers. The advisory emphasized that there have already been several cases in which parcel shipments from private individuals in Europe caught fire during transport. The warning is linked to an incident at the DHL logistics center in Leipzig, where a parcel from the Baltics containing an incendiary device caught fire in July 2024. Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution President Thomas Haldenwang explained that only a lucky coincidence prevented a crash, as the parcel remained on the ground and did not catch fire during the flight. According to security circles, the incident is linked to Russian sabotage. The delay in the onward flight of the parcel at DHL could have been crucial in avoiding a disaster. The authorities are appealing to companies in the aviation and logistics sectors to exercise increased caution and carefully check suspicious packages.

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Autumn holidays at the Museum of Lower Austria: Poldi invites families

During the autumn holidays from October 26 to November 3, 2024, the Lower Austria Museum offers a varied program for families. The museum owl Poldi organizes daily family tours, creative craft stations and special workshops in the museum academy. Admission for children and young people up to 18 years of age is free during this period. Guided tours through five different exhibitions take place every day at 14 p.m. From 13 p.m. to 17 p.m., young visitors can take part in changing creative stations and make foxes, fish, pumpkins and ghosts, among other things. The museum academy on October 29, 30 and 31 is aimed at children between the ages of seven and twelve and covers topics such as secret writings, kites and the animal world in autumn. Registration is required for the workshops. A special highlight is the KiJuBuTAG on October 31, where Christoph Mauz will read scary stories for children aged eight and over at 15 p.m. The entire program can be viewed on the museum's website. The "House of History" in the Lower Austria Museum also offers interactive exhibitions that examine the cultural history of summer vacations and the topics of war and flight. In the "House of Nature" visitors can observe over 40 living animal species.

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Emergency exercise at Innsbruck Airport: Preparation for an emergency

On October 12, 2024, a comprehensive emergency exercise took place at Innsbruck Airport, which was heralded by the siren alarm at 14:47 p.m. The exercise, which was carried out in cooperation with the Innsbruck Red Cross, the Innsbruck professional fire brigade and the police, simulated the emergency of a passenger aircraft with 128 people on board that veers off the runway during takeoff and comes to a stop in an inclined position. The aim of the exercise was to test the care and psychosocial support of passengers and crew members as well as the coordination processes between the organizations and authorities involved. A total of around 280 people took part in the exercise, including 100 extras from all over Tyrol who authentically slipped into the scenarios. Airport Managing Director Marco Pernetta emphasized the importance of the lessons learned for the existing emergency procedures. Petra Sansone, head of the crisis intervention team of the Innsbruck Red Cross, emphasized the importance of such exercises in order to be optimally prepared in an emergency. Large-scale emergency drills are required by the authorities for airports every two years and serve to continuously improve emergency plans. This drill was planned so that it did not disrupt regular flight operations and fell during a quiet time of day.

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China Airlines plans billion-dollar investment in new wide-body aircraft

China Airlines, Taiwan's largest airline, is facing a strategically important decision: modernizing its wide-body fleet to meet the increasing demands of international air traffic. According to a report by Reuters on October 11, 2024, the company is considering placing a large order for new long-haul aircraft. The aircraft under consideration are the Airbus A350-1000 and the Boeing 777X, two of the most modern and powerful wide-body aircraft on the market. Background to the decision China Airlines currently operates a fleet that includes aircraft from both the European aircraft manufacturer Airbus and the US group Boeing. The decision to purchase the new aircraft is of enormous importance as it will shape the airline's fleet structure for the next few decades. The fleet already includes 15 Airbus A350-900s and 10 Boeing 777-300ERs, which are used as the main players on long-haul routes between Taiwan and the United States. These aircraft are to be replaced or supplemented in the coming years to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs. The airline's goal is to meet growing demand on routes to the USA, including cities such as New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as on busy regional routes. China Airlines plans to increase both the capacity and comfort of its fleet in order to be able to compete internationally. Airbus A350-1000 vs. Boeing 777X The current tender focuses on two models: the Airbus A350-1000 and the Boeing 777X. Both aircraft are among the most modern long-haul aircraft currently available on the market. The A350-1000, the larger version of the

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Hamburg Airport expects peak season during the 2024 autumn holidays

Hamburg Airport is expecting a high volume of passengers in the coming weeks, especially during the autumn holidays. On the weekend of October 18-20, 2024, up to 58.000 passengers per day and over 380 flights are expected. Demand for private travel is high, leading to an increase in passenger numbers, which this year significantly exceed the figures of previous years. While the autumn holidays are the busiest weeks of the year, passenger volume is already almost 1,5 million passengers in September, which corresponds to 90 percent of the 2019 level. Katja Bromm, Head of Communications at Hamburg Airport, emphasizes that the airport staff, together with local partners, have made extensive preparations to ensure that everything runs smoothly. With 55 airlines and over 120 direct destinations, the airport offers a wide choice for travelers who want to head to the Canary Islands, Mallorca, Turkey or long-distance trips in particular. To make departure easier, numerous services are available, such as evening-before check-in and the Slot & Fly offer. Security checks open as early as 3:30 a.m. to allow travelers to have a relaxed start.

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