NASA Plans Asteroid Mission in 2016
NASA on Wednesday said it is eying deep space exploration and will begin with a mission in 2016 that will take samples from a distant asteroid back to Earth.
Southwest Carries Most Passengers During 2009 Industry Downturn
In the midst of a 5.3% industry-wide decline in passengers, Southwest Airlines retained its crown as the nation's biggest carrier in 2009. American finished second overall while carrying the most international passengers.
Qantas Swings Back Into Profit After An Aggressive Restructuring
After a number of dark years for the airline's finances, things are finally starting to look up for Qantas as they have begun to return to profitability.
Hundreds of Flights Grounded as Frankfurt Air Traffic Controllers Strike
More than 400 flights have been canceled at Frankfurt Airport in Germany after ground controllers launched a two-day strike over a wage dispute on Thursday.
Plane Carrying Hockey Team Crashes North of Moscow, Killing 45 Players and Staff
A jet transporting the KHL's Lokomotiv Yaroslavl hockey team crashed during takeoff in a city north of Moscow on Wednesday, killing all but one of the team's players, including a number of former NHL stars.