Two Passengers Get Into Brutal Fight on Southwest Flight

FAA Investigating Southwest-Operated Boeing 737 That Flew Dangerously Low

FAA Investigating Southwest-Operated, Boeing 737 , That Flew Dangerously Low. 'The Independent' reports that a Southwest Airlines passenger jet flew extremely low over a suburb of Oklahoma City, triggering an altitude alert on June 19. According to Flightradar24, the Boeing 737-800 descended to just 525 feet above the ground on its way to Will Rogers World Airport. Approximately nine miles from the airport, the plane was passing over Yukon when it triggered an automated warning around 12:05 a.m. local time. . Altitude alerts are triggered when an aircraft descends to within an unsafe distance to terrain, obstructions or other aircraft. . 'The Independent' reports that the pilots quickly regained altitude and circled around for a safe landing on another runway shortly after midnight. The incident, which sparked concern in communities it passed over, is now being investigated. . On June 20, Southwest Airlines confirmed that it was in contact with the FAA regarding the situation. Southwest is following its robust Safety Management System and is in contact with the Federal Aviation Administration.., Southwest spokesperson, via 'The Independent'. ... to understand and address any irregularities with the aircraft’s approach to the airport. , Southwest spokesperson, via 'The Independent'. Nothing is more important to Southwest than the safety of our customers and employees, Southwest spokesperson, via 'The Independent'

Elliott Investment Management Takes $1.9 Billion Stake in Southwest Airlines

Elliott Investment Management , Takes $1.9 Billion Stake in Southwest Airlines. The firm made the announcement on June 10, CNN reports. . It also said Southwest needs new leadership. Southwest’s poor execution and leadership’s stubborn unwillingness to evolve the company’s strategy have led to deeply disappointing results for shareholders, employees and customers alike, Elliott Investment Management, via statement. Southwest’s rigid commitment to a decades-old approach has inhibited its ability to compete in the modern airline industry, Elliott Investment Management, via statement. The airline's stock increased over 6% following the news on June 10. While Elliott didn't give specific details about the changes it would like to implement, . it did say that it wants to provide "increased customer choice, improved cost execution and updating outdated IT systems, among other opportunities.". Southwest, which was only contacted by the firm on June 9, said it is looking "forward to better understanding their views on our company.". The Southwest board of directors is confident in our CEO and management’s ability to execute against the company’s strategic plan.., Southwest Airlines, via statement. ... to drive long-term value for all shareholders, safely and reliably serve our customers and deliver on our commitments to all of our stakeholders, Southwest Airlines, via statement. Elliot Investment Management was founded in 1977 and is based in Florida. According to its website, the firm was managing approximately $65.5 billion in assets by the end of 2023

Speeding passenger bus falls from highway into a Rocky Ravine in Southwest Pakistan | Oneindia News

A tragic accident occurred in southwest Pakistan early Wednesday when a speeding passenger bus fell from a highway into a rocky ravine, resulting in the deaths of at least 28 people and leaving 20 others injured. Local authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, while rescue efforts continue. This heartbreaking incident underscores the urgent need for improved road safety measures in the region. #PakistanBusCrash #BreakingNews #RoadSafety #Tragedy #NewsUpdate ~PR.274~ED.103~GR.125~HT.96~

California Mass Shooting: Several Injured During Juneteenth Celebrations in Oakland | Oneindia News

Tragedy struck during the Juneteenth celebrations in Oakland, California, as a mass shooting left one person dead and eight others injured. The incident occurred at Lake Merritt, turning a day of celebration into one of chaos and sorrow. Join us as we delve into the details of the shooting, the response from law enforcement, and the community's reaction. Watch for the latest updates and visuals from the scene. #OaklandShooting #Juneteenth #MassShooting #LakeMerritt #CaliforniaNews #BreakingNews #JuneteenthCelebration #OaklandNews #GunViolence #CommunityAlert ~HT.178~GR.125~PR.274~

USGS Monitoring Kilauea Following Uptick in Seismic Activity

USGS Monitoring Kilauea , Following Uptick in Seismic Activity . 'Newsweek' reports that the alert level for the area around Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has been elevated following an increase in volcanic activity. While the volcano is not erupting, an increase in earthquake activity and ground deformation near the surface has been observed since June 2. According to an update released by the U.S. Geological Survey, the activity suggests that magma is moving close to the surface. . Rates of seismicity and deformation increased further after 5:00 p.m. HST. At this time, it is not possible to say with certainty if this activity will lead to an eruption—the activity may remain below ground. , U.S. Geological Survey update, via 'Newsweek'. However, an eruption in Kīlauea's summit region within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park is one potential outcome, U.S. Geological Survey update, via 'Newsweek'. Accordingly, the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) is raising the Volcano Alert Level for ground-based hazards from ADVISORY to WATCH and the Aviation Color Code from YELLOW to ORANGE, U.S. Geological Survey update, via 'Newsweek'. HVO continues to closely monitor Kīlauea for signs of increasing activity. Should volcanic activity change significantly, a new Volcanic Activity Notice will be issued, U.S. Geological Survey update, via 'Newsweek'. The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Service said it would close the nearby Devastation Trail parking lot and Keanakakoi area until further notice due to the alert. The Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Service said it would close the nearby Devastation Trail parking lot and Keanakakoi area until further notice due to the alert. 'Newsweek' reports that Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes, erupting frequently since 1983. . 'Newsweek' reports that Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes, erupting frequently since 1983. . While most eruptions have been confined to the crater and have not posed a threat to local communities, a series of eruptions destroyed over 700 homes in the nearby Puna District in 2018.