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British Airways flight to Chicago drops 28,000 feet, returns to London
A British Airways flight en route to Chicago descended 28,000 feet before turning back and landing safely in London. The airline said the diversion was a precaution after an onboard technical issue. Incidents involving sudden altitude drops draw close attention from air-safety watchers and frequent flyers, with many calling for a full account of what happened during the flight.
Why now: Sudden altitude loss on a transatlantic passenger flight raises air-safety concerns and prompts public interest in the cause.
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