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United Airlines flight declares mayday

A United Airlines pilot declared mayday late last month, suspecting possible engine failure after takeoff from Dulles ...

United Airlines Mayday Call Handled 'By The Book,’ Says Aviation Expert

Mayday warnings happen regularly, say aviation experts—and both pilots and air traffic controllers are trained to know what ...

Why did Munich-bound United Airlines Boeing 787 Dreamliner flight declare ‘Mayday’ after take-off?

A Munich-bound United Airlines flight faced a mid-air emergency on Friday (July 25), declaring a ‘Mayday’ call shortly after ...

Another Boeing 787 Incident Weeks After Ahmedabad Plane Crash: United Airlines Flight Declares 'Mayday', Returns to Washington

Flight UA108, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, had departed from Washington Dulles on July 25 for Munich when the crew reported a ...

Why a United Airlines mayday isn't as scary as it sounds

After a United Airlines flight suffered an engine failure Friday, travelers should still feel confident in the safety of air travel.

Why Did Boeing Build The 787 Dreamliner With Engine Chevrons?

As its name would suggest, the "Dreamliner" is one of the quieter aircraft in service today, particularly for a widebody with ...