Flight Ban

South Korea Halts Flights for University Exam: A Nation’s Pressure Cooker

South Korea bans flights as 500,000 take crucial university admission test. This is an incredible display of national commitment, isn’t it? The lengths to which South Korea goes to ensure the sanctity of their university entrance exam are truly remarkable. They even halt all flights for half an hour during the listening comprehension section of the English test! It’s all about creating an environment where every student has the best possible chance, free from any external distractions.

The sheer scale of this exam is astounding. Over half a million students, the highest number in seven years, putting their futures on the line.… Continue reading

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FAA Bans U.S.-Haiti Flights After Spirit Airlines Plane Hit by Gunfire

Following incidents of gunfire directed at civilian aircraft in Haiti, the Federal Aviation Administration has implemented a 30-day ban on U.S. civilian flights to and from the country, effective immediately. This ban also prohibits U.S. flights from operating below 10,000 feet in Haitian airspace. The decision was made out of concern for the safety of passengers and crew, as both Spirit Airlines and American Airlines reported incidents of their aircraft being struck by gunfire while attempting to land in Port-au-Prince. American Airlines has suspended flights to the Haitian capital through February 12th, and JetBlue Airways has also temporarily ceased service to Haiti.

John Q. Hosedrinker Nov 12, 2024

Flight Ban

South Korea Halts Flights for University Exam: A Nation’s Pressure Cooker

FAA Bans U.S.-Haiti Flights After Spirit Airlines Plane Hit by Gunfire

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