Tragic post before pilot crashed into hotel
Blake Wilson, 23, was piloting a helicopter when it crashed into the roof of DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton about 1.50am on Monday.
Incidents
Single word at Woolies costs expat $3k
In the blink of an eye, while making a purchase at her local Woolworths, US woman Melanie Albert’s life was turned upside-down.
‘Outrageous’: Warning for Disney+ users
Disney has been slammed after it tried to get out of a lawsuit when a doctor died at one of its resorts through a technicality on a Disney+ subscription.
Pilot’s horrific final moments revealed
Shocking pictures have emerged showing slain pilot Glen Malcolm Conning after he was allegedly attacked and killed by rebels.
Train guard suspended after wild rant
A train guard has been suspended over offensive comments made about passengers while he was working, including calling them dumb.
Tragedy en-route to Australia will break you
A British family had big dreams when they packed up and headed for Australia, but an incident en-route left them with a “shadow” in their new life.
Nurse on romantic date falls to her death
A 31-year-old nurse on a romantic date was filmed moments before a climb with her boyfriend went tragically wrong.
Woman on doomed plane’s chilling final text
A woman killed on the doomed Brazilian plane had sent family chilling texts about the “old” aircraft before it plummeted.
Pilot in horror helicopter crash named
The pilot of a helicopter that crashed into a hotel following a farewell party has been identified.
Pilot, 23, who died in chopper crash named
The young pilot who crashed a reportedly stolen helicopter into a Cairns hotel after celebrating at his own leaving do has been identified.
Woman ‘banned for life’ by major airline
A 24-year-old woman was shocked to learn the reason she was “banned for life” by this major airline.
‘Sh*t show’: Aussie woman’s $8k nightmare
An Aussie woman has described her almost one-year saga to get a refund for a flight she was planning on taking last year as a “sh*t show”.
Huge 4.7 earthquake during live TV show
A big earthquake has rocked Southern California with the force of the quake was so strong the tremor was visible during a taping of an ESPN show.
Brit’s 3 words after Eiffel Tower arrest
Shocked onlookers watched the shirtless man climb the 330m structure and stand on top of the blue Olympic ring before continuing his dangerous ascent.
Big question after chopper explodes into hotel
New details have emerged about the helicopter that crashed into the roof of a Cairns hotel, killing the pilot and sparking a massive fireball.
Pilot’s ‘haunting’ explanation for fatal crash
A pilot has shared a confronting explanation behind the fatal plane crash in Brazil that killed all 62 passengers on-board.
‘Nightmare’: Model blasts Bali airport detail
An Australian model has gone viral after airing her one big Bali gripe that she says is an absolute “nightmare”.
First victims of ill-fated plane identified
The victims of the fiery plane crash in Brazil that killed all 62 passengers on board included a pilot with 10 years of experience and a father traveling with his young daughter.
Aussie dad dies in tragic Indonesia surf trip
An Aussie father has died while on a surfing holiday with his family in North Sumatra, Indonesia.
‘Graveyard spin’: Shocking way plane crashed
A plane belonging to a Brazilian airline has crashed into the suburbs close to a major city killing all on board.
Sub crew ‘knew they were going to die’
The crew aboard the Titan sub suffered horrendously, fully aware they were going to die, a new lawsuit alleges.
Holiday horror as Aussie clinging to life
A FIFO worker on a break in Thailand is clinging to life after a horrific car accident and his family have made a desperate plea to save him.
On alert: Deadly NZ volcano erupts
A new eruption has taken place at an infamous volcano off the coast of New Zealand five years after 22 people died.
Woman entangled in conveyor belt dies
A woman has died after she became entangled in the conveyor belt system used to move baggage at a major airport in the US.
‘Stay away!’: Aussies slam hated beach act
Fury has been sparked after images were posted on social media showing a group of beachgoers getting up close with a seal.
‘Electric saw’: Update in beach toilet attack
Police allege a 24-year-old backpacker was threatened and struck with an “electric saw” during a group attack at a public beach toilet.
Chilling megaquake warning for Japan
Authorities are warning that Japan as it an increased risk of a megaquake striking, which could devastate the archipelago.
Tourist caught carving initials into ancient site
A British tourist has been caught carving his daughters’ initials into an Ancient Roman house in Pompeii.
Chilling photo after tourists sip water at bar
Two friends got a water from this resort’s swim-up and “within two minutes” they say their holiday turned into a nightmare.
Woman dead after baggage claim horror
A woman has died at one of the world’s busiest airports when she became trapped in the carousel at the baggage claims area.
Qantas axes key flight over Middle East fears
Qantas is scrapping its signature non-stop flight from London to Perth due to soaring tensions in the Middle East.
$77 million move after horror sub implosion
The family of a man who died on the infamous Titan submersible last year allege the “doomed” vessel had a “troubled history”.
‘Dress properly’: Wild sign slams Brits
A threatening sign has emerged in a Spanish hotspot demanding British holiday-makers to “dress completely”.
Crazy moment plane nearly hits golfer
A plane has crash landed on to a golf course after its engine suddenly cut off, just narrowly missing a golfer.
8yo’s cause of death mid-flight revealed
An eight-year-old girl’s cause of death has been revealed after she died mid-flight from a medical episode.
Tourist severely bashed in beach toilet
A 24-year-old backpacker was taken to hospital after a scary attack in a toilet block at an Aussie beach.
Tourist falls to his death in front of partner
A couple were taking a selfie at the top of a popular waterfall in Bali when things took a tragic turn.
Big twist after woman found chained to tree
The world was shocked when a frail-looking American woman was found chained to a tree in an Indian forest. Now the truth has come out.
Doctor’s ‘final act’ before being taken by croc
Police have found the remains of a missing doctor who was believed to have been taken by a large crocodile.
Man taken by croc while with wife
The man was on an interstate holiday with his wife and children when he fell into a river, and is feared to have been taken by a “large” crocodile.
‘Form of torture’: Horror plane trap
Passengers on board an aircraft have unleashed about the horror conditions after being held on a tarmac for hours.
Tourist humiliated by cheeky scam
A tourist who booked a hotel in Germany has revealed how a single image of her room became a nasty surprise.
Woman killed in ‘shock’ accident
The skydiving husband of a woman killed in a tragic accident says he doesn’t know how he will go on after the death of his “partner in crime”.
Model blasts Jetstar for ‘refusing free water’
A Perth-based content creator has blasted Jetstar, claiming she was refused free water on a flight from Bali.
Real reason behind Rex’s collapse
An aviation expert has revealed why it’s so hard for a third airline carrier to survive in Australia following Rex’s fall into voluntary administration.
Shameful reason nurse kicked off flight
A nurse was left feeling “humiliated” and “ashamed” after she was allegedly removed from a flight for one sad reason.
Man ’tried to have sex’ with flight attendant
An traveller tried to have sex with a flight attendant and open the plane’s door mid-flight, according to officials.
Pilots crash-land into freezing ocean
Two pilots issued a mayday call before crash-landing their light aircraft in the ocean surrounded by icebergs.
‘Not a regional route’: Albo’s shot at Rex
The Prime Minister says there are a range of issues responsible for regional airline Rex’s collapse but blamed one factor in particular.
‘Cutthroat’: Qantas slammed after collapse
A union boss has unleashed on Australian airline Qantas amid the shock collapse of a rival carrier, which could now see over 600 jobs axed.
‘Don’t kneel’: Airline staffer gets on knees
An airline supervisor was photographed on her knees as passengers affected by a horror delay fumed.
Shocking sign as locals want tourists out
A hateful sign has sparked massive outrage after being found on a wall in popular European destination.
Sacked Rex Airlines hostess speaks out
A ‘heartbroken’ air hostess has issued a frustrated message to a Rex customer who complained their flight had been cancelled.
Woman chained to tree, left to die in India
A painfully frail-looking American woman was found chained to a tree in an Indian forest — claiming her husband left her to die there without food for 40 days.
Chaos avoided, airport workers call off strike
Sydney Airport refuellers had planned to walk off the job for six hours on Wednesday, but last minute crisis talks saw them offered better pay and conditions.
‘Paralysis’: Tragic end to trip of a lifetime
A Melbourne man’s “trip of a lifetime” with his partner has ended in intensive care after a daring jump went horribly wrong.
Reasons for $21.6bn metro hold up
The highly anticipated opening of a metro service has been indefinitely delayed, with no clues as to a new date.
Horror as romantic flight turns to tragedy
A flight attendant has died on a romantic evening flight after her boyfriend’s vintage aircraft crashed into woodland.
Flight attendant loses it over simple request
A flight was cancelled after a flight attendant lost it at a passenger who reportedly made a very simple request.
Shock new footage after viral kicking clip
Shocking additional footage of an airport brawl has been released after a clip went viral of a police officer stamping on a man’s head.
Popular Greek island on bended knees
It’s a dreamy holiday destination for millions, including Aussies, but locals and authorities from this Greek island want to see a cap on tourists.
Besieged Aussie airline suffers another hit
The regional flyer has been temporarily suspended from trading on the ASX following rumours the company had engaged financial services firm Deloitte.
Woman dies on Brisbane-Melbourne flight
A woman has died in the middle of a Virgin Australia flight from Brisbane to Melbourne.
Airport evacuated over security breach
The airport was evacuated following a security breach.
Terrifying ‘cloud’ plagues popular beach
A bunch of beachgoers hoping to spend a few hours relaxing on the sand, have instead been left scrambling after a terrifying ‘cloud’ arrived.
Flight horror after cabin crew start vomiting
Audio from a pilot on-board a United Airlines flight reveals the moment the plane was forced to divert after cabin crew started vomiting.
Aussie reveals last-minute Bali escape
Australians staying at the Seminyak villas that were destroyed in a huge blaze have recalled how they made their lucky escape.
What really happened on blood-soaked flight
Passengers on-board a deadly turbulence flight reveal how the blood-soaked nightmare unfolded – as experts disclose how safe your plane is.
Horror scenes at tourist hotspot
Australian tourists have been “left with nothing” after the Bali villa they were staying in was engulfed in flames.
Tragedy behind helicopter crash victims pics
Two young pilots who were killed in a helicopter crash on a Kimberley cattle station have been identified.
Family speaks after Aussie killed overseas
The family of an Australian man who was stabbed to death in Thailand are ‘heartbroken’.
‘Out of control’: Tourist town ‘burned down’
One of the world’s most beautiful tourist towns has been “burned to the ground” as viral footage shows.
Protests rock city after cop kicking video
A police officer has been ‘suspended from all duties’ after a ‘shocking’ video emerged of an arrest at an airport.
Man ‘got naked, assaulted plane crew’: cops
A man has been charged after allegedly taking off his clothes and assaulting the plane crew on a flight from WA to Melbourne.
Man dies after truck submerges into river
A man has died after the truck he was driving entered the water at a ferry crossing on the Far North Coast.
Two dead after helicopters collide in outback
Two pilots have died after two helicopters collided shortly after taking off in Western Australia.
Fury as ‘Karen’ ropes off public beach
A family have been ordered off a public beach by a woman who claims the sand in front of her multimillion-dollar property belongs to her.
Shock moment beachgoer is brutally beaten
This is the horrific moment a man brutally beats another with a stick on a popular beach. Warning: Graphic
Chilling moment plane crashes on takeoff
Chilling footage has emerged of the moment a passenger plane crashed on takeoff, killing almost everybody aboard.
Terrifying moment whale launches onto boat
A pair of fishermen have been filmed being tossed into the chilly waters when a humpback landed squarely on their boat.
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