BA plane crash makes the papers

The report on the crash landing of the British Airways plane at Heathrow in January is the most common lead story in the day's newspapers.

The Independent says the findings could result in long-haul flights being made to fly at lower altitudes.

This would be to prevent the build-up of ice crystals inside fuel tanks.

The Times carries the news that sales fell to their lowest level for more than 40 years last month, blaming the economic downturn and fuel costs.

'Work longer'

The Guardian also leads on news of an economic nature.

It says the credit crunch is forcing consumers to change their spending habits, meaning sales of cheaper food brands are on the rise.

The Daily Express has a suggestion by the former Home Secretary, David Blunkett, that older people should work for as long as possible.

This is because of the pensions crisis, and a daunting idea, the paper says, for those hoping for a restful old age.

Sarah Palin's speech at the Republican Party convention is covered in the papers, as John McCain's address came too late for the morning editions.

Who could fail to be moved by her performance? is the question asked by the Financial Times.

Surf's up

The Daily Telegraph draws inspiration from Mrs Palin's likening of herself to a pitbull terrier with lipstick.

The Daily Mail welcomes what it thinks is a refreshing new voice to the American political scene.

A surfer who does head-stands while riding the waves has become a tourist attraction in Bournemouth.

The Daily Mirror says the 22-year-old builder can stay upright for up to 15 seconds before the wave breaks and flips him over.

The Telegraph has pictures of a woman bathing in the sea off Los Angeles - unaware that there were dozens of sharks approaching.

She retreated when she noticed a fin in the water just a few feet away.