Melanie Kraft

Melanie's aviation journey began at a young age, earning her first pilot certifications while still a teenager, before she ever held a driver’s license! As lead journalist at AIRLIVE.net, she plays a pivotal role in shaping the voice and editorial direction of the website. Her experience spans flight operations, air traffic coordination and emergency incident analysis.
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A nearly brand-new Airbus A320neo is being scrapped at Phoenix Goodyear Airport

PHOENIX, AZ — In a striking visual metaphor for the sudden demise…

Alaska Airlines just launched inaugural Seattle–London flight

SEATTLE — Alaska Airlines has officially written a new chapter in its…

Lufthansa has found an Oscar statuette after it was lost in the cargo hold of a flight from New York

FRANKFURT – Germany’s flagship carrier, Lufthansa, confirmed on Friday that it has…

You may be banned if you take pictures of British Airways flight attendants

LONDON – Travelers flying with British Airways (BA) now face strict new…

Female passenger died after plunging from Concourse at Indianapolis International Airport

INDIANAPOLIS — Authorities are investigating a tragic incident at Indianapolis International Airport…

Baby Born on Delta Flight 30 Minutes Before Emergency Landing

Passengers on a Delta Air Lines flight experienced an unforgettable journey on…

Ryanair to close its Berlin base, 200 pilots and cabin crew have been notified

BERLIN – Ryanair has officially announced the closure of its seven-aircraft operating…

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has been spotted flying in economy from Barcelona

Images of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum flying in the economy cabin of…

Rare Sight: Qantas A380 “Charles Ulm” Makes Surprise Appearance at London Gatwick

Aviation enthusiasts at London Gatwick were treated to a rare spectacle on…

Lufthansa and Qatar Cargo Jets “Near-Miss” During Bogota Approach

BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA — Civil aviation authorities are reviewing a tense approach at…

Narrow Escape Over Nashville: Two Southwest Jets Avoid Collision After ATC Error

NASHVILLE, TN — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched a priority…

EasyJet flight from London Southend couldn’t take off unless six people volunteered to get off

Passengers aboard an easyJet flight bound for Malaga were met with an…