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Cathay Pacific Struggles With Aftermath of Covid, and China Crackdown

Pandemic lockdowns, on the heels of the turmoil of pro-democracy protests, hurt an airline that relied on Hong Kong as a vibrant gateway to Asia.

By Tiffany May

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F.A.A. Spends $100 Million to Help Prevent Runway Accidents

The money is intended to reduce “incursions,” in which planes, vehicles and people mistakenly obstruct runways, and it will be used on infrastructure improvements.

By Niraj Chokshi

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A Cobra Appeared Mid-Flight. The Pilot’s Quick Thinking Saved Lives.

The pilot made an emergency landing after feeling a Cape Cobra slither under his shirt while flying across South Africa. “I had a moment of stunned silence,” he said.

By Derrick Bryson Taylor

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What You Need to Know About Turbulence on Airplanes

Recent incidents with turbulence during air travel raise questions about this challenging weather phenomenon. Here’s what we know about it and how to stay safe.

By Christine Chung