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India Today
a day ago
- India Today
Sabotage angle in Air India crash? A question too critical to ignore
What caused the ill-fated Air India plane to crash in Ahmedabad is yet to be known. But as experts speculate causes, the Minister of State for Civil Aviation, Murlidhar Mohol, underlined the investigation of possible sabotage. Does such an investigation make sense?advertisementSample these numbers:Around 465 incidents of GPS spoofing in the border region of India between November 2023 and February 2025 have been reported, mostly in the Amritsar, Jammu regionsA Delhi–Jammu Air India flight returned to Delhi as a precautionary measure following a suspected GPS interference incident in JuneThe Indian Air Force's C-130J aircraft experienced GPS spoofing while it was flying over Myanmar during the Operation Brahma relief mission in AprilAttacks related to GPS spoofing or jamming are also rapidly increasing around the to the International Air Transport Association, reports of global navigation satellite system or GNSS interference — including signal disruptions, jamming, and spoofing — surged between 2023 and 2024. Interference rates increased by 175 per cent, while GPS spoofing incidents spiked by 500 per cent. The consequences of GPS spoofing could include midair collisions caused by the inability to maintain the required separation; controlled flight into terrain caused by proximity to high terrain; and runway excursions caused by the loss of runway overrun prevention & GPS SpoofingThe rise in global conflicts has significantly contributed to increased incidents of GPS spoofing. Airlines reported 4.3 lakh cases of satellite signal jamming or spoofing over conflict zones in 2024, which is a 62 per cent increase from the 2.6 lakh incidents recorded in conflicts drove a major rise in GPS spoofing and jamming in 2024. Such incidents have been common around Egypt, Lebanon, the Black Sea, as well as near the Russian borders with Estonia, Latvia, and Belarus. GPS jamming has also occurred in Myanmar and on the border between India and Pakistan around Lahore, though less frequently,' the IATA spoofing is only one of the many forms of cyberattacks faced by the global aviation industry. Other attacks include ransomware attacks, unauthorised access, credential theft and damaging other critical the Federal Aviation Administration of the United States mentioned that the effects of GPS jamming or spoofing have been observed by crews in various phases of flight. In some cases, these effects led to re-routing or diversions due to the inability to perform safe instrument procedures. It also launched a website where pilots can report such incidents.- EndsMust Watch
1News
6 days ago
- Politics
- 1News
NZDF plane lands in Middle East — no takers from Kiwis in Israel
A Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules aircraft has landed in the Middle East as part of New Zealand's contingency plan to assist New Zealand citizens seeking to leave Iran and Israel. The aircraft, which took off from Auckland's Whenuapai airbase on Monday, and other NZDF personnel were positioned in the region and on standby if required. Earlier this week, Defence Minister Judith Collins said the deployment of the aircraft was part of contingency planning. "By positioning an aircraft and Defence and Foreign Affairs personnel in the region, we may be able to do more when airspace reopens." The contingent included New Zealand Army soldiers trained specifically for evacuation operations and were ready to operate out of a staging area if called upon. ADVERTISEMENT Senior national officer Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Kelly said the team was "well-prepared and postured" to respond. "Our priority is to work alongside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade staff to support those affected, to ensure we provide the care and urgency the situation demands." RNZAF personnel unload the C-130J aircraft in the Middle East. (Source: NZ Defence Force) No evacuation requests from Israel, Iran options 'extremely limited' — MFAT The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) said there were currently 133 Kiwis registered as being in Iran and 111 in Israel. "Many travellers have heeded advice to leave through overland border crossings where it was safe to do so," an MFAT spokesperson said. The spokesperson said demand from New Zealanders for assistance to depart Israel had "declined considerably in the last few days". ADVERTISEMENT "We do not currently have any requests from New Zealanders for support to depart Israel." In Israel, MFAT offered New Zealanders the option to depart via government-organised bus charters on June 24 and 25. However, the situation in Iran remained "challenging and complex", they said, with options to support any New Zealanders trying to leave "extremely limited". "At this time, land border crossings remain the only option. We are aware that some New Zealanders have departed via land border crossings, however given the situation and with limited communications in the region, it may not be possible for New Zealanders to update their information on SafeTravel." All New Zealanders in the Middle East – not just in Iran and Israel – were urged to register on SafeTravel. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade was running 24/7 consular operations in the region. New Zealanders in Iran and Israel needing urgent consular assistance should call the Ministry's Emergency Consular Call Centre on +64 99 20 20 20.
Yahoo
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Blue Angels answer questions at MTSU
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — It was a packed house at Middle Tennessee State University Friday morning as two members of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration Squadron answered questions from the public. Oliver Moreira — age 9 — spent roughly two months preparing for the event and made a jet suit with his mom. He said the Blue Angels are one of the reasons he hopes to have a career in the skies one day. 📧 Have breaking news come to you: → 'I like them because they do a lot of tricks and tricks that make me encouraged,' Moreira said, explaining his suit. 'I can transform with it and it's really awesome and I get to impress a lot of people, and I hope one day I become a commercial pilot.' Middle Tennessee native Mychael Kisling returned to his alma mater for the event, which was just down the road from where he attended high school. 'It's great. I love being here — coming back to Murfreesboro brings back a lot of memories, especially running track in high school and then coming here to college as well,' Kisling said, who added that he now serves as an aviation electronics technician. 'It was fun here at MTSU.' Kisling, along with U.S. Marine Corps Major and C-130J Demonstration Pilot Josh Horman, answered dozens of questions from the audience. 'We're normally flying 250 knots, which is about 300-320 miles per hour when we're doing the break passes,' Horman said when asked how fast a 'Fat Albert' plane could fly. 📧 Have breaking news come to you: → 'Because it's very difficult and we want to showcase the precision of the pilots,' Horman said when another audience member asked about the Blue Angels' flight formations. As the Blue Angels are expected to continue wowing people at the Great Tennessee Air Show this weekend, Moreira said that he did not want to wrap up Friday's event without sharing his advice to others. 'I have some advice for everybody that's watching,' Moreira said. 'Never give up and you can do it if you have it in your mind.' Perhaps that's a sentiment the Blue Angels would also agree with. The Blue Angels will perform at the Tennessee Air Show on Saturday and Sunday at 3 p.m. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
DOD allocates $25M for new fire station at YARS
VIENNA, Ohio (WKBN) – A Department of Defense funding plan shows that $25 million is being set aside for a new fire station at the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna Township. The plan shows that money is being appropriated for FY 2025. It's part of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act 2025, which was signed by President Donald Trump on March 15. Congressman Dave Joyce, 14th District, who is also a member of the House Appropriations Defense Subcommittee, joined other Valley lawmakers in a letter to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth reiterating the importance of the funding for the fire station, specifically stating its importance as the facility transitions to the new C-130J. Congressman Michael Rulli, 6th District, said that the investment is significant and shows the importance of the air station. 'It ensures that Northeast Ohio remains not just relevant, but indispensable to our national security,' Rulli said. Last year, an $11 million project got started for a new front gate and visitor center at the air station. That project is being overseen by the Army Corps of Engineers. The air station began receiving the new C-130J in July 2024, with all aircraft to be delivered by the end of 2025. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
India.com
05-06-2025
- Politics
- India.com
Pakistan nuclear bomb command centre suffer huge losses due to India Operation Sindoor, PAF takes big decision to....
Pakistan nuclear bomb command centre suffer huge losses due to India Operation Sindoor, PAF takes big decision to.... After suffering huge losses in Operation Sindoor when India destroyed Pakistan's major air bases, the Pakistani Air Force has issued new tenders for spare parts and repairs of JF-17 fighter jets and C-130J Super-Hercules transport aircraft. According to reports, the Pakistani Air Force had lost a total of 07 aircraft including five fighter jets, one C-130J and one AERE reconnaissance aircraft (AWACS). Out of these, at least two fighter jets were shot down in a dog fight (6-7 May) and the rest were destroyed in attacks on 11 airbases on 9-10 May. Pakistan Air Force's command and control center destroyed Apart from aircraft repair, Pakistan has also issued tenders for the purchase of radio-sets, PC-items, D-level spares and IT equipment. This is because India had destroyed a large number of Pakistan Air Force command and control centers during the attack. Separate tenders have been issued for military vehicle repair. Apart from this, Pakistan has issued more than 20 tenders for the repair of its different airbases. These include Noor Khan Airbase, Jakkokabad, Murid, Lahore, Gujranwala, Rafiki etc. apart from MES (Military Engineering Service) Rawalpindi. Tenders were issued for different airbases Many airbases of Pakistan have suffered a lot of damage during Operation Sindoor. To compensate for the damage caused during the attack, Pakistan has issued tenders for many different airbases, which are as follows. Noor Khan Airbase: Tender for repair of JF-17 and C-130. Also tender for radio-sets, PC items and D-level repair and service. Noor Khan Airbase is the base of Pakistan Air Force's C-130 military transport aircraft. MES Rawalpindi: Tender of Rs 35 lakh for repair and maintenance of military transport vehicle. Apart from this, Garrison-Engineer also issued a separate tender for construction, repair and supply. Sargodha: A big tender has been issued for IT equipment. Pakistan's nuclear command and control center is in Sargodha. During Operation Sindoor, the Indian Air Force shook the whole of Pakistan by bombing Kirana Hills near Sargodha. Jakokabad: Shahbaz Airbase of Pakistan Air Force located in Jakokabad has issued a tender for firing range for the year 2025-26. A total of five (05) soldiers including a squadron leader of Pakistan Air Force were killed during the attack on this base. According to unconfirmed reports, the death toll was around 50. Pictures of the attack on this base have also surfaced. It is believed that the firing range of this airbase suffered tremendous damage during the attack. Islamabad: Headquarters Chief Maintenance (Air) has issued tenders for cyber security testing of all airbases. Similar tenders have been issued by the Pakistan Air Force for Risalpur, Kalar-Kahar, Mianwali, Masroor, Faisal and Rafiqui airbases.
