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United Airlines Flight Diverts to Osaka After Fire Alarm; No Fatalities Reported

Osaka, Japan – A United Airlines Boeing 737-824 (registration N39297) operating as flight UA32 from Tokyo/Narita to Mactan–Cebu diverted to Kansai International Airport on Friday, September 12, 2025, following a fire alarm in the aft cargo compartment while cruising at 34,000 feet south of Japan. The aircraft, carrying 142 occupants, declared an emergency around 18:30 local time and landed safely on runway 24L at Kansai at 19:08. After exiting the runway, the aircraft stopped on a taxiway, where an emergency evacuation was conducted between 19:29 and 19:41. Five passengers sustained minor injuries, such as bruises and scratches, during the evacuation. Some passengers reported detecting a burnt smell in the aft cabin. However, no fire was found during the initial inspection. Airport rescue and firefighting services were on standby, but no fire-extinguishing activity was needed Both runways at Kansai were temporarily closed. Runway 24R reopened at 20:15, while 24L remained closed until 0...

Small Plane Crashes Near Fullerton Airport, Leaving Two Dead and 19 Injured

A tragic plane crash near Fullerton Municipal Airport on Thursday afternoon resulted in the deaths of two onboard and injuries to 19 people in a commercial warehouse.

Incident Details

At approximately 2:09 p.m. on January 2, 2025, a Van’s RV-10 aircraft crashed into a warehouse located in the 2300 block of Raymer Avenue, just half a mile from Fullerton Municipal Airport (FUL/KFUL). The crash occurred moments after the aircraft took off, with the pilot attempting an emergency return to the airport due to unspecified issues.

The impact caused a massive fireball, captured by security cameras, with thick smoke and bright orange flames engulfing the crash site. Emergency services responded quickly, evacuating over 100 people from the building and establishing a triage area nearby.

Casualties and Injuries

Both occupants of the aircraft, whose identities remain undisclosed, were killed in the crash. On the ground, 19 individuals sustained injuries, with 11 in serious condition and 8 treated for minor injuries.

Audio and Flight Data

Flight tracker data revealed the plane’s short flight began at 2:07 p.m., ending tragically just two minutes later. Audio recordings indicated that the pilot initially planned to land on Runway 6 but changed to Runway 24 moments before losing communication.

Emergency Response

Multiple agencies, including the Fullerton Police Department, Orange County Fire Authority, and surrounding city fire departments, collaborated to manage the crisis. The fire was extinguished by 3:25 p.m.

Investigation Underway

The FAA and NTSB are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Fullerton Mayor Fred Jung extended condolences to the victims and gratitude to first responders, emphasizing the community’s unity during this tragedy.

Conclusion

As investigators continue their work, this devastating incident underscores the importance of safety in aviation and the resilience of the Fullerton community.

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