Content Archive: June 2014
FAA Approves Commercial UAS Flights in Alaska
Hand-launched unmanned aircraft the first to be approved for over-land operations in the U.S.
Star Navigation Offers Real-Time Aircraft Tracking
The new Star-ISMS system is seen as a supplement to flight data recorders.
Brazilian Helicopter Crash Kills Soccer Star and Four Others
Helicopter departed in the middle of the night in good weather.
Airport Attack in Karachi Leaves 28 Dead
Karachi Airport’s VIP terminal was the focus of the assault.
Gulf of Mexico Helicopter Crash Kills Two
Oil rig workers were unsuccessful at rescuing pilot and passenger.
UN Safety Conference Begins in Nepal
Event focuses on improving aviation safety in Nepal.
Meridian Crash Claims One
Weather was poor at the time of the HPN accident.
ATC
India Completes ADS-B Ground Network Installation
The Airports Authority of India commissioned the installation of ADS-B at 14 of the nation's airport in 2014.
Gulfstream IV-SP Crash Investigators Eye Control Wheel Gust Lock
The Gulfstream IV-SP’s mechanical gust lock system locks the ailerons and rudder in the neutral position and the elevator in the down position.
