WATCH: Southwest plane aborts takeoff after mistaking taxiway for runway

The latest aviation incident, this time in Orlando, comes as authorities are revealing what they say happened during a fiery crash landing of a Delta Airlines jet in Toronto last month.

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Southwest plane nearly takes off from taxiway at Florida airport

A Southwest Airlines flight almost took off from a taxiway — rather than a runway — at a central Florida airport on Thursday before an air traffic controller stopped the plane, officials said.
The Hill - 5d
Southwest flight tried to take off from Florida taxiway after crew mistook it for runway

A Southwest Airlines flight nearly took off from a Florida taxiway on Thursday before an air traffic controller stopped the potentially dangerous departure, officials said.
NBC News - 6d
Plane passengers detail "surreal, exhausting" experience after fire, arriving in Dallas

One passenger said takeoff was fine, but once the plane was in the air, an engine was making a loud noise.
CBS News - Mar. 14
American Airlines plane catches fire in Denver after emergency landing

Twelve people taken to hospital with minor injuries after flight forced to divert about 30 minutes after takeoff. An American Airlines flight heading from Colorado Springs to Dallas-Fort Worth was ...
The Guardian - Mar. 14
Plane's wing hits runway during landing attempt at New York’s LaGuardia Airport

The wing of a passenger plane landing at LaGuardia International Airport in New York struck the runway surface Sunday as it attempted a “go-around” because of an unstable approach, officials said.
NBC News - Mar. 18
Watch: Passengers escape on to wing after plane catches fire

Passengers were evacuated with no injuries reported after an American Airlines flight caught fire at Denver International Airport.
BBC News - Mar. 14
In a swipe at Southwest, Frontier is offering free checked bags for a limited time

Let down by the end of Southwest's free checked luggage move? Frontier is hoping to entice you onto their planes with a new limited-time deal.
The Hill - Mar. 18
Ultrasound now needed for pill abortions in Wyoming after lawmakers override veto

Women planning pill abortions in Wyoming will need to get an ultrasound after lawmakers overrode the governor's veto of the new measure
ABC News - Mar. 5
Southwest Ohio Baseball Coaches Association releases 2025 preseason players watch list

The Southwest Ohio Baseball Coaches Association released a 2025 preseason watch list of some of the area's top players to know ahead of the season.
Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19
Small plane crashes in Pennsylvania

A small plane crashed in Manheim Township, Pa., on Sunday. The incident occurred just after 3:15 p.m., and crews were on the scene, ABC6 reported. The Aircraft N347M took off from the Lancaster ...
The Hill - Mar. 9
American Airlines plane catches fire moments after touch down

An American Airlines plane engine caught fire after making an emergency landing at Denver International Airport on Thursday, forcing passengers to evacuate onto the plane’s wing. At least 12 people ...
NBC News - Mar. 14
American Airlines plane engine catches fire after landing in Denver

An American Airlines plane engine caught fire after it landed at Denver International Airport on Thursday evening, officials said.
NBC News - Mar. 14
Landslide in southwest Colombia kills 1 and leaves 3 missing

Officials in Colombia say at least one person has died and three other people are missing after heavy rains unleashed a landslide in the country's southwest region
ABC News - Mar. 8
Anti-Abortion Lawyer Pushed Out of F.D.A. After Republican Senator’s Pressure Campaign

Hilary Perkins, a career lawyer and a conservative, was targeted by Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri for defending the Biden administration’s position on the abortion pill.
The New York Times - Mar. 17
Air India plane diverted after passengers clog toilets with bags and clothes

The plane's toilets broke down as they were clogged by plastic bags and clothes, "causing discomfort to all".
BBC News - Mar. 11
Louisiana woman pleads not guilty to a felony in historic abortion case

A Louisiana woman pleads not guilty Tuesday to a felony, after allegedly getting abortion pills from a New York doctor and giving them to her teenage daughter to terminate a pregnancy.
NBC News - Mar. 12
Dramatic video shows thick smoke, flames after Pennsylvania plane crash

Dramatic video captured smoke and flames after a plane crashed in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Emergency crews responded to the site, and according to the Federal Aviation Administration, five ...
NBC News - Mar. 9
Passengers evacuate after American Airlines plane catches fire at DIA

An American Airlines plane carrying 178 people caught fire on the tarmac after making an emergency landing at Denver International Airport. Twelve passengers were taken to the hospital with minor ...
CBS News - Mar. 14
5 injured after small plane crashes into residential area in Pennsylvania

All five people on board a small plane that crashed into a residential area in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, on Sunday survived and were taken to hospitals, authorities said.
NBC News - Mar. 10
Man and 2 kids found alive after Alaska plane crash

A man and two school-age children were found with non-life-threatening injuries near the wreckage of a small plane on Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.
CBS News - 1d
'Terrifying and exhausting' - passengers describe escape from burning plane

Witnesses share their exhausting and terrifying escape after a plane forced to make an emergency landing caught fire.
BBC News - Mar. 14
WATCH: Brutal foul mistake costs South Carolina State in MEAC final with NCAA Tournament bid on the line

South Carolina State apparently believed it was still trailing after a late game-tying basket
CBS Sports - Mar. 15
Heathrow looks at building shorter third runway in bid to cut costs

London’s hub airport is preparing a detailed expansion plan after winning government backing
Financial Times - Mar. 8
Pilot and passengers taken to hospital after Pennsylvania plane crash

Five people onboard survived small plane crash near Lancaster but officials say no details of their condition. A small airplane with five people onboard crashed in a parking lot near Lancaster ...
The Guardian - Mar. 9
Man and 2 children found alive after Alaska plane crash

A man and two children were found with injuries that were not life-threatening Monday near the wreckage of a small plane on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula that had been reported overdue the night before, ...
NBC News - 2d
The Women Most Affected by Abortion Bans

After the Dobbs decision, births rose in states with bans, but more for some women than others.
The New York Times - Mar. 17
Fabregas: ‘Como happy to lose like this, but Dele Alli grave mistake’

Cesc Fabregas insists Como are happy to ‘lose like this, you can call me a loser’ after their dramatic defeat to Milan, but is critical of Dele Alli for the red card. ‘It was a grave mistake.’...
Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15
Eberl and Stanisic on Urbig's error: "Everyone has made mistakes in their career"

Bayern Munich’s director of sport spoke to BILD after Jonas Urbig’s crucial mistake in the Bavarians’ 1-1 draw with Union Berlin yesterday.The 51-year-old boss exemplified the team unity at the ...
Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16
American Airlines plane catches fire on tarmac of Denver airport after emergency landing

After an American Airlines plane with 178 people aboard made an emergency landing at Denver International Airport Thursday night, the aircraft caught fire on the tarmac, causing chaos as the ...
CBS News - Mar. 14
12 killed in plane crash near Honduras, including musician Aurelio Martinez

At least 12 people, including popular Honduran musician Aurelio Martinez, were killed Monday night in a plane crash shortly after taking off from the Honduran island of Roatan, officials and local ...
CBS News - Mar. 18
D.C. Plane Crash Echoes Boston Skating Club’s 1961 Tragedy

Two months after the D.C. plane crash killed 67, including six people affiliated with the Boston club, the members had to prepare for the world championships. Unfathomably, they had a blueprint.
The New York Times - 6h
3 believed dead after small plane headed for Denmark crashes in the Swiss Alps

Police say a small plane that was headed for Denmark has crashed in the Alps in southeastern Switzerland, killing the three people who were believed to be on board
ABC News - Mar. 18
Watch: Grounded planes and frustrated passengers - the scene at the airport

The BBC's Charlotte Gallagher reports from Heathrow Airport which is going to be closed all day.
BBC News - 5d
Stuart Pearce in hospital after medical emergency on plane

Stuart Pearce is in "great spirits" after the ex-England defender suffered a medical emergency on a flight, says Talksport's Sam Matterface.
BBC News - Mar. 8
Woman accused of drowning dog in Orlando airport bathroom so she could board plane

A Florida woman was arrested after police said she drowned her dog in an Orlando airport bathroom so she could board a plane.
NBC News - 6d
Crashed plane's pilot, 2 daughters survived on wing for 12 hours before rescue

A pilot and his two young daughters survived on the wing of a plane for about 12 hours after it crashed and was partially submerged in an icy Alaska lake before being rescued.
CBS News - 12h
Eye Opener: Plane catches fire at Denver airport after making emergency landing

A plane bursts into flames at Denver's airport with more than 170 people on board, and we have the latest on how everyone survived. Also, President Trump threatens to target alcohol from Europe as ...
CBS News - Mar. 14
Restrictions Ordered for Helicopters Near Reagan Airport After Plane Crash

The transportation secretary’s decision came after the National Transportation Safety Board cited a long history of near collisions between helicopters and airplanes near the nation’s capital.
The New York Times - Mar. 11
Man and 2 Children Are Found Alive After Plane Crash Into a Lake

A volunteer pilot found the three on Monday morning after they had been missing all night, the authorities said. They were taken to a hospital.
The New York Times - 1d