<p>After a litany of abysmal issues reported with Boeing jets, the inner windshield of Alaska Airlines' Boeing 737 jet cracked open while landing at Portland International Airport.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Alaska Airlines flight's windshield cracked as it started to descend on the Portland International Airport on Sunday night (Mar 17).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Boeing 737-800 jet had 159 passengers and 6 crew members aboard when a small crack appeared on its inner windshield.</p>

<p>"The crew followed their checklists and the aircraft continued safely to its destination as scheduled. Alaska Airlines' 737 fleet is outfitted with five-layer windscreens that have an outer pane, three inner layers and an inner pane," said the airline&nbsp;in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If an inner pane cracks, the other pane and layers can maintain cabin pressure," the statement added.</p>

<p>Alaska Airlines said that the authorities will inspect the aircraft and the engineers on the ground will carry out the repair.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Boeing planes across various airlines have reported a series of mishaps in the past few months.</p>

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<h2><strong>Not the first time...</strong></h2>

<p>This is not the first time such a crack has been reported in a Boeing jet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Japan's biggest airline All Nippon Airways (ANA) in January reported that the cockpit window of one of its Boeing jets suffered a crack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Boeing 737-800 had developed a crack in the cockpit window midair.</p>

<p>&nbsp;All Nippon Airways (ANA) spokesperson said that no injuries were reported in the incident and that all 59 passengers and six crew members aboard the flight had been safe.</p>

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<p>The crack was found on the outermost of four layers of windows which surrounded the cockpit, said the spokesperson.</p>

<p>"The crack was not something that affected the flight's control or pressurization," the spokesperson said.</p>

<p>The ANA Flight 1182 was flying to the southern Toyama airport, however, it returned to the northern Sapporo-New Chitose airport after the crack was discovered.&nbsp;</p>

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After a litany of abysmal issues reported with Boeing jets, the inner windshield of Alaska Airlines' Boeing 737 jet cracked open while landing at Portland International Airport.

After a litany of abysmal issues reported with Boeing jets, the inner windshield of Alaska Airlines' Boeing 737 jet cracked open while landing at Portland International Airport. The Alaska Airlines flight's windshield cracked as it started to descend on the Portland International Airport on Sunday night (Mar 17). The Boeing 737-800 jet had 159 passengers and 6 crew members aboard when a small crack appeared on its inner windshield. "The crew followed their checklists and the aircraft continued safely to its destination as scheduled. Alaska Airlines' 737 fleet is outfitted with five-layer windscreens that have an outer pane, three inner layers and an inner pane," said the airline in a statement. "If an inner pane cracks, the other pane and layers can maintain cabin pressure," the statement added. Alaska Airlines said that the authorities will inspect the aircraft and the engineers on the ground will carry out the repair. Notably, Boeing planes across various airlines have reported a series of mishaps in the past few months. Also Read: Boeing’s present troubles present an opportunity for Airbus to ascend. Here’s how Not the first time... This is not the first time such a crack has been reported in a Boeing jet. Japan's biggest airline All Nippon Airways (ANA) in January reported that the cockpit window of one of its Boeing jets suffered a crack. Boeing 737-800 had developed a crack in the cockpit window midair. All Nippon Airways (ANA) spokesperson said that no injuries were reported in the incident and that all 59 passengers and six crew members aboard the flight had been safe. Watch: United Airlines finds loose bolts on multiple Boeing 737 Max 9 planes The crack was found on the outermost of four layers of windows which surrounded the cockpit, said the spokesperson. "The crack was not something that affected the flight's control or pressurization," the spokesperson said. The ANA Flight 1182 was flying to the southern Toyama airport, however, it returned to the northern Sapporo-New Chitose airport after the crack was discovered. (With inputs from agencies)

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 now reports crack in windshield while landing in Portland

<p>A United Airlines flight, identified as Flight 1627, faced a potential crisis on Sunday when it was diverted due to a cracked windshield. The 737-800 Boeing plane was en route from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Dulles International Airport in Washington, DC.</p>

<p>Upon detecting the issue, the flight altered its course and made an unscheduled stop. Flight data from Flight Aware showed the unexpected detour. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that the plane, carrying 166 passengers and seven crew members, landed safely at Denver International Airport in Colorado. Passengers disembarked without incident.</p>

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<h2><strong>FAA clarification on windshield cracks</strong></h2>

<p>The FAA addressed the situation, emphasising that cracks in airplane windshields are not uncommon and can occur across all models. These cracks often affect the outer glass pane, serving as protective covering for the inner structural portion. The FAA highlighted the robust construction of these windshields, consisting of two to three inches of thickness and multiple layers.</p>

<p>United Airlines confirmed the diversion, attributing it to a "maintenance issue." Following a secure landing in Denver, passengers deplaned, and a change of aircraft was implemented. The flight resumed from Denver and reached its intended destination at Dulles International Airport.</p>

<p>This incident follows a series of recent emergencies involving United Airlines flights. On January 10, a Chicago-bound United Airlines plane made an emergency landing in Tampa due to a door indicator light. Flight 2434, carrying 123 passengers and five crew members, safely landed in Tampa after the light prompted pilots to reroute for precautionary checks.</p>

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<p>United Airlines operates Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners, similar to the one that experienced a door plug issue mid-air. This incident is noteworthy amid heightened scrutiny of Boeing 737 Max planes. The airline reassured passengers of safety protocols and promptly addressed potential mechanical concerns.</p>

<p>The report references a previous incident on January 6 involving an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 9 Max. This aircraft faced an emergency when one of its doors unexpectedly opened mid-air, underscoring challenges in the aviation industry.</p>

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A United Airlines flight, identified as Flight 1627, faced a potential crisis on Sunday when it was diverted due to a cracked windshield. The 737-800 Boeing plane was en route from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Dulles International Airport in Washington, DC.

A United Airlines flight, identified as Flight 1627, faced a potential crisis on Sunday when it was diverted due to a cracked windshield. The 737-800 Boeing plane was en route from Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Dulles International Airport in Washington, DC. Upon detecting the issue, the flight altered its course and made an unscheduled stop. Flight data from Flight Aware showed the unexpected detour. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that the plane, carrying 166 passengers and seven crew members, landed safely at Denver International Airport in Colorado. Passengers disembarked without incident. Also read | India: Boeing opens first Distribution Centre to supply plane parts, its eighth globally FAA clarification on windshield cracks The FAA addressed the situation, emphasising that cracks in airplane windshields are not uncommon and can occur across all models. These cracks often affect the outer glass pane, serving as protective covering for the inner structural portion. The FAA highlighted the robust construction of these windshields, consisting of two to three inches of thickness and multiple layers. United Airlines confirmed the diversion, attributing it to a "maintenance issue." Following a secure landing in Denver, passengers deplaned, and a change of aircraft was implemented. The flight resumed from Denver and reached its intended destination at Dulles International Airport. This incident follows a series of recent emergencies involving United Airlines flights. On January 10, a Chicago-bound United Airlines plane made an emergency landing in Tampa due to a door indicator light. Flight 2434, carrying 123 passengers and five crew members, safely landed in Tampa after the light prompted pilots to reroute for precautionary checks. Also watch | Nepal plane crash: Deadliest plane crash in 30 years, probe points to lack of technical training United Airlines operates Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners, similar to the one that experienced a door plug issue mid-air. This incident is noteworthy amid heightened scrutiny of Boeing 737 Max planes. The airline reassured passengers of safety protocols and promptly addressed potential mechanical concerns. The report references a previous incident on January 6 involving an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 9 Max. This aircraft faced an emergency when one of its doors unexpectedly opened mid-air, underscoring challenges in the aviation industry. (With inputs from agencies)

United Airlines flight diverted in US after plane windshield cracks mid-air

<p>The windshield of a Saudia airlines cargo flight cracked mid-flight, prompting an emergency landing at Kolkata Airport on Saturday (April 15), according to ANI. At 12:02 PM, the plane touched down safely at Kolkata Airport. The airport made all essential arrangements prior to the landing. After the plane touched down, full emergency was withdrawn, according to airport officials.</p>

<p>Recently, an Etihad Airways flight with its destination to Abu Dhabi made a brief landing back at the Bengaluru&nbsp;international airport due to a technical issue.&nbsp;As soon as the pre-flight inspection was complete, the aircraft departed for its destination</p>

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<p>The airport authorities will reportedly conduct a more thorough evaluation. There haven't been any reports of property losses or damages.</p>

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<p>In a comparable event last week, the pilot of an IndiGo airlines flight 6E897 from Bengaluru to Varanasi had to make an emergency landing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Shamshabad in Telangana, according to ANI.</p>

<p>The flight's emergency landing at the Shamshabad airport at 6:15 am was later verified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), who also stated that all 137 people on board were safe.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to reports, the DGCA also requested an investigation into the occurrence to gather more information.</p>

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<p>Another similar incident occurred on April 1 at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, where a full emergency was declared to allow a FedEx plane to make an emergency landing after it was struck by a bird shortly after takeoff.</p>

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The windshield of a Saudia airlines cargo flight cracked mid-flight, prompting an emergency landing at Kolkata Airport on Saturday (April 15), according to ANI. At 12:02 PM, the plane touched down safely at Kolkata Airport. The airport made all essential arrangements prior to the landing. After the plane touched down, full emergency was withdrawn, according to airport officials. Recently, an Etihad Airways flight with its destination to Abu Dhabi made a brief landing back at the Bengaluru international airport due to a technical issue. As soon as the pre-flight inspection was complete, the aircraft departed for its destination A Saudia airlines cargo flight made an emergency landing at Kolkata airport after the pilot reported that a windshield cracked mid-air. The aircraft landed safely at Kolkata airport at 12:02 pm: Airport officials to ANI pic.twitter.com/eUgEY2JHlP — ANI (@ANI) April 15, 2023 × The airport authorities will reportedly conduct a more thorough evaluation. There haven't been any reports of property losses or damages. ALSO READ | 12 killed and 27 injured as bus falls into gorge in Maharashtra's Raigad; President Murmu shares condolences In a comparable event last week, the pilot of an IndiGo airlines flight 6E897 from Bengaluru to Varanasi had to make an emergency landing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Shamshabad in Telangana, according to ANI. The flight's emergency landing at the Shamshabad airport at 6:15 am was later verified by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), who also stated that all 137 people on board were safe. ALSO READ | Indian gangster Atiq Ahmed, brother Ashraf Ahmed shot dead in Prayagraj, attackers arrested According to reports, the DGCA also requested an investigation into the occurrence to gather more information. ALSO WATCH | Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses World Bank's environment conference Another similar incident occurred on April 1 at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, where a full emergency was declared to allow a FedEx plane to make an emergency landing after it was struck by a bird shortly after takeoff. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>A GoAir&nbsp;flight had to be diverted after its windshield cracked mid-air due to bad weather on Wednesday (July 20). It was a Delhi-Guwahati flight. The flight landed safely after the diversion. India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said 30 such incidents take place daily.</p>

<p>"On average, about 30 incidents do take place, including go-around, missed approaches, diversion, medical emergencies, weather, technical and bird hits," the top DGCA official told news agency ANI.</p>

<p>"Most of them have no safety implications. On the contrary, they are a sine qua non of a robust safety management system," he added.</p>

<p>This was third incident of technical malfunction that involve GoAir&nbsp;planes in last two days.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, a Delhi-bound GoAir aircraft was rejected take-off from Leh due to a dog on the runway.</p>

<p>In separate incidents, two GoAir&nbsp;flights were diverted due to engine snags on Tuesday. DGCA said that the cases were being investigated and the aircraft grounded. They will take off only when they get clearance from the authority.</p>

<p>One of these flights was VT-WGA flight from Mumbai to Leh. It was diverted to Delhi due to engine no. 2 fault. Another flight was Go Air A320 aircraft VT-WJG &nbsp;from Srinagar to Delhi was taken back to Srinagar due to Engine no. 2 EGT over limit.</p>

<p>The DGCA mentioned that there have been reports of increased engineering-related occurrences in scheduled airlines in recent times. In order to ensure that airlines are adhering to the laid down standards, DGCA has conducted several spot checks in the recent past.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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A GoAir flight had to be diverted after its windshield cracked mid-air due to bad weather on Wednesday (July 20). It was a Delhi-Guwahati flight. The flight landed safely after the diversion.

A GoAir flight had to be diverted after its windshield cracked mid-air due to bad weather on Wednesday (July 20). It was a Delhi-Guwahati flight. The flight landed safely after the diversion. India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) said 30 such incidents take place daily. "On average, about 30 incidents do take place, including go-around, missed approaches, diversion, medical emergencies, weather, technical and bird hits," the top DGCA official told news agency ANI. "Most of them have no safety implications. On the contrary, they are a sine qua non of a robust safety management system," he added. This was third incident of technical malfunction that involve GoAir planes in last two days. On Tuesday, a Delhi-bound GoAir aircraft was rejected take-off from Leh due to a dog on the runway. In separate incidents, two GoAir flights were diverted due to engine snags on Tuesday. DGCA said that the cases were being investigated and the aircraft grounded. They will take off only when they get clearance from the authority. One of these flights was VT-WGA flight from Mumbai to Leh. It was diverted to Delhi due to engine no. 2 fault. Another flight was Go Air A320 aircraft VT-WJG from Srinagar to Delhi was taken back to Srinagar due to Engine no. 2 EGT over limit. The DGCA mentioned that there have been reports of increased engineering-related occurrences in scheduled airlines in recent times. In order to ensure that airlines are adhering to the laid down standards, DGCA has conducted several spot checks in the recent past. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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