Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's Passion for Flying

Retired military pilot and flight instructor Andy Wells shares insights into the close relationship between Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa, who were both passionate about flying. The couple took flying lessons and had flight certifications. Hackman was eager to get back in the cockpit and loved flying. They were found dead in their home under suspicious circumstances.

Climate activists shut down Munich airport to protest flying

Climate activists from Last Generation group protested flying by shutting down Munich airport temporarily, causing flight disruptions. German authorities closed the airport after activists glued themselves to access routes leading to runways. Police detained the activists, and incoming flights were diverted to other airports. Last Generation accused the German government of downplaying the negative effects of flying on the environment. The actions were criticized by German Interior Minister and the general manager of the German Airports Association.