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Iași Airport (IAS) is currently handling one of the heaviest flows of Chasidim traveling to Uman.43 special charter flights are scheduled between Israel and Iași from September 8–16.18 flights are scheduled TLV→IAS, while 25 flights are scheduled IAS→TLV. 15 charter flights are scheduled from Iași to Tel Aviv on September 15 alone. Parking areas in front of Terminals T1 and T2 are being closed to the public and reserved for transportation serving the Israelis. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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SQUAWK 7700: FIVE EMERGENCIES IN ONE WEEK Five aircraft declared emergency squawk 7700 during the week of August 27, including a United 767 that lost cabin pressure over the Mediterranean and two Wizz Air A321neos that declared fuel emergencies after lightning disrupted Luton ATC. An Air Canada Cargo 767 also returned to DFW after an unusual climb to FL410, while a Eurowings 737 diverted to Paris after steam from a galley oven and a Jet2 737 made an unexplained diversion to CDG. All five aircraft landed safely, with no injuries reported. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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UNITED 9/11 FLYOVER CANCELED United has canceled a planned DEN flyover featuring a Boeing 777 escorted by four Colorado Air National Guard F-16s to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11. The flight was planned for 8:14 AM, with the flyby at United’s training center at 9:03 AM — the exact time UA175 struck the South Tower. The plan was dropped following coordination issues and concerns from local officials and residents. Despite the cancellation, United will unveil a new monument at its Denver Flight Training Center, crafted from steel recovered from Ground Zero, dedicated to the crews of UA175 and UA93. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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🇺🇦🇷🇺🇳🇴 ZELENSKYY’S PLANE NEARLY HIT BY DRONE Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s plane was reportedly nearly hit by a drone while taking off from Moldova for Oslo, Norway. Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre revealed the incident to local media. Moldovan authorities had temporarily closed the country’s airspace after Russian drones entered Moldovan airspace. One drone crashed in Moldova, while another briefly entered Romanian airspace. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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BEN GURION BRACES FOR 100,000+ PASSENGERS More than 100,000 passengers and around 600 flight movements are expected at TLV tomorrow, September 10, in one of the busiest days of the Tishrei travel season. With thousands of Israelis traveling, reservists carrying firearms are reminded to follow all airport procedures and declare their weapons as required. The ongoing Uman flights are adding further pressure, with additional peak days expected later this month. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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UNITED CARGO — EWR TO TLV Flying UA90 tonight? Take a look at what’s underneath you. ✈️ United’s Newark–Tel Aviv flight is reportedly carrying five military-related cargo shipments destined for Israeli defense company Elbit Systems, including one marked “FMS” (Foreign Military Sales). The shipments are reportedly headed to Elbit facilities in Rehovot, Ramat Hasharon and Karmiel, and come as United’s military-related cargo shipments to Israel resume following the suspension of the EWR–TLV route during the Iran war.
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El Al flight LY5329 from TLV to Chisinau, Moldova, was forced to turn back to Ben Gurion following a technical issue. The aircraft remained over the Mediterranean for several circles, apparently burning off fuel before returning safely to TLV. The flight is packed with passengers heading to Uman for Rosh Hashanah. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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TSA is considering allowing TSA PreCheck passengers to bring full water bottles through security at select U.S. airports equipped with advanced CT scanners. The 3.4 oz (100ml) liquids rule remains in effect nationwide for now, with any change expected to roll out gradually. New eGates and CT technology are already being tested at airports including CLT, LAX, DCA, EWR and LAS, but no initial water-bottle airports have been confirmed. The potential change would initially apply only to water—not other liquids such as shampoo or gels. The move could mark the beginning of the eventual phase-out of the 20-year-old 100ml liquids rule. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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UNITED FLIGHT DIVERTS TO LONDON UA273 (NCE–EWR), operated by a 28-year-old Boeing 767-300ER (N664UA), declared an emergency and squawked 7700 over the English Channel. The aircraft diverted to London Heathrow (LHR) and landed safely on Runway 27L. LHR operations were adjusted and the flight was given priority for landing. The cause of the emergency has not yet been confirmed. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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NEW DETAILS EMERGE IN MIAMI AMAZON AIR CRASH NTSB data shows the Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767-300F touched down at MIA at 158 knots before the crew applied brakes. At 120 knots, the crew increased thrust as if attempting a go-around, but the maneuver was then aborted. The aircraft slowed to 65 knots before running off the end of the runway, killing five people. The NTSB found no indication that thrust reversers or speed brakes were deployed. Investigators will interview both pilots as they continue determining what caused the crash. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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Two Delta flights experienced cabin fume/odor incidents within 48 hours. DL1035 (JAX–JFK) diverted to RDU on September 7 after fumes were detected onboard. The next day, DL1390 (LGA–ORD) declared an emergency after fumes were reported while approaching Chicago. Both aircraft landed safely, and passengers deplaned normally. The two incidents are not currently believed to be connected. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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ATHENS AIRPORT EXPANSION TAKES A NEW TURN Athens International Airport (ATH) is scrapping its current expansion plan and launching a new one after passenger numbers came in stronger than expected. The original plan was to increase capacity to 40 million passengers a year, but the airport now wants to explore expansion beyond 40 million. The new project will expand the main terminal and Satellite Terminal C, with total investment expected to reach €950 million by 2030. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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🚨 *DEVELOPING — AIR FORCE ONE AT ANDREWS* An emergency slide has reportedly deployed on the new Air Force One while on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews President Trump is reportedly still aboard Marine One awaiting transfer to the aircraft Trump is scheduled to travel on Air Force One to Texas Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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⚠️*ROSH HASHANAH TRAVELERS BE PREPARED FOR LONG WAITS AT BEN GURION* Ben Gurion passport control has been a disaster for foreign passport holders over the past few hours. Several followers arriving today reported waiting more than two hours. For all those arriving for Rosh Hashanah, be prepared for possible long waits at passport control. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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British Airways BA169, a Boeing 787-9 from London Heathrow (LHR) to Shanghai Pudong (PVG), China, turned back after about 2½ hours over Romania due to a technical issue. As it headed back to London, The NATS air-traffic-control system failure caused widespread disruption across UK airports, preventing the aircraft from returning to Heathrow. The Dreamliner was diverted to Cardiff (CWL), Wales, landing nearly five hours after departure. The flight was ultimately cancelled, leaving passengers stranded after hours in the air. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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Air Cairo has signed a firm order for 15 new Airbus A320neo aircraft, marking the Egyptian airline’s first direct purchase of aircraft. The order supports its ambitious expansion plan as its fleet grows from 45 aircraft today toward 130 by 2034. The new A320neos will provide additional capacity and efficiency as Air Cairo expands its network across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Runway 972: Boarding Pass to the Hottest Aviation Buzz ⤵️ https://chat.whatsapp.com/HT94R0fqoR617VUsxr3rwX?mode=h1qrt
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Sep 9, 3:06 PM
