In the last few weeks, many scary incidents related to airplanes have come to light in the last few weeks, causing people’s concerns about air travel. Especially after the deadly accident of Air India last month, there has been an atmosphere of fear among the people.
According to the latest report of the International Civil Aviation Organization, about 1.87 accidents occurred in every 1 million flights in 2023. According to Airbus data, in 2024, nine major aircraft accidents (where the aircraft suffered a complete damage) have been recorded, but no deaths occurred in them. Only two of these accidents occurred while flying.
Although statistics show that air travel is still quite safe, but despite this, fear is increasing among people. Due to many recent incidents, people are nervous about flying – whether it is a real emergency or just a precautionary emergency landing.
Some of the major events of this week are:
1. 1. Delta flight in America collided with a bombary aircraft
A delta flight (which was operating Skywest) while flying from Minnesota and was going towards the North Dakota Minot to the city, the pilot suddenly changed the direction after seeing the aircraft coming from another side. The pilot told the passengers that the second aircraft was coming at a very fast pace, so they decided to leave from behind. He apologized and said, “It was not normal at all.”
The FAA (US Aviation Authority) has said that it is investigating the incident.
2. 2. Fighter Jet fell at school in Bangladesh, 31 people killed
On July 21, a fighter aircraft fell on a school in Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka, with 31 people, mostly children. This was the largest recent decades of aircraft accident. When the accident took place, the children were leaving school after being discharged. More than 170 people have been injured in this accident, out of which 69 are undergoing treatment.
3. Air India aircraft slipped from runway in Mumbai
On July 21, he slipped from the runway during the landing of an Air India aircraft from Kochi in heavy rains. This caused a slight damage to the runway and broke down under the engine of the aircraft. However, all passengers and crew were safe.
4. Air India aircraft fire at Delhi Airport
On July 22, a fire broke out in the Power Unit (APU) in the rear of the Air India aircraft from Hong Kong to Delhi. This part helps to start the aircraft standing on the ground electricity and engine. All passengers were safely taken off, but the aircraft has been grounded for examination.
5. About 50 people killed in plane crash in Russia
On July 24, a passenger aircraft crashed in the remote Eastern region of Russia, killing all 50 people. The aircraft fell in the forest area and from there it was seen to be smoking. The aircraft was going from BlagoVesChenk to Tinda, when he disappeared from the radar.
6. Small aircraft collided with bridge in Italy
On July 24, a small aircraft in Italy collided with a bridge over the road and caught fire. Both people riding on the aircraft died in the accident.
