Content Archive: April 2014
AT&T, Honeywell Partner for New 4G Inflight Service
Passengers will be able to connect to the network via Wi-Fi-enabled devices for texting, streaming video and browsing the Internet at faster speeds.
Aircraft
Alenia Flies Full-Spec MC-27J
The MC-27J Praetorian concept retains the capability of the regular C-27J but can be rapidly converted for special missions.
CitationJet Overruns Runway at Spruce Creek
A Cessna Citation 525 was substantially damaged when it went off the end of a runway last Saturday morning.
Eight Fatalities in Mexican Hawker Crash
The Hawker crashed during a low-IFR nighttime approach in Mexico.
Ryanair to Appeal Dutch Court Ruling Over TV Documentary
Irish carrier to challenge court decision that Dutch TV show had sufficient evidence for its report on alleged low fuel reserves.
Pilot Copes With Failing Attitude Indicator
A pilot learned that good stick-and-rudder skills in a jet can save your life when systems fail.
French Hems Debate Heats Up Around Second Crewmember
The deadline in France is approaching for adding a technical crewmember in the copilot seat but a French pilot union is objecting.
Webinar To Address Managing Weather Risk
The session will look at the probabilities of disruptive weather systems.
Pilots Must Remain Alert While Flying Near San Antonio
Heavy volumes of military training traffic within 100 miles of San Antonio pose problems.
Understanding the Language of ATC Isn’t Always Easy
Air China crew and New York controller struggle to reach mutual understanding.
