Content Archive: April 2014
Satas Demonstrates Automated ATC at Sun ’n’ Fun
New technology will bring traffic advisories to airports without air traffic control towers.
NTSB Looks into MD-11 Landing Issues
Multiple hard landings and hull losses have prompted NTSB to take a closer look at the MD-11.
Report Published on Challenger Upset in Russia
Finnish report says both pilots were at fault in Challenger upset incident.
South Korea Says Asiana 214 Pilots Partially to Blame
Asiana also blames Boeing’s design for the crash of a 777 in San Francisco last July.
FAA Updates GPS Advisory Circular
New advisory circular addresses GPS approval process.
FAA Issues ATC Procedures for Masters Golf Tournament
Slots are now required for flights to Augusta championship.
Cause of Glasgow Helicopter Crash Still a Mystery
AAIB says it has not yet determined why helicopter crashed into pub
Alpa Wants Better Aircraft Tracking Technology
Pilot group demands better aircraft tracking technology and extended ELT battery life.
Amazon Pays $91,000 Penalty for HazMat Shipment
Amazon fined for hazardous materials shipment and failing to train employees in shipping procedures.
Mooney Announces Production Restart at Sun ‘n Fun
Mooney announced plans at the Sun ’n’ Fun Fly-In to resume production of the Acclaim Type S and Ovation 3 single-engine piston airplanes.
