Content Archive: June 2014
787 ELT Fire Caused by Improper Battery Wiring
AAIB develops five safety recommendations for the FAA focused on lithium battery technology.
ATC
Sweden's Transport Agency Approves 'Remote Tower' Ops
The remote tower concept combines the ATC functions of small airports at one centrally located facility.
NTSB Will Hold Meeting on Asiana 214
Safety Board Meeting will detail the probable cause of the July 2013 crash.
Westwind Accident in Huntsville Claims Three Lives
Westwind gained little altitude before rolling into the ground.
French Air Traffic Controllers To Strike
French ATC strike will run from June 24 to June 29.
GIV Pilot Offers Control Lock Operating Suggestions
GIV operators are reminded to adhere to operating procedures on gust lock activation.
FAA Updates In-Flight Fire Advisory Circular
FAA wants to be certain crews understand their roles and onboard equipment.
North Sea Offshore Helo Pax To Get Improved EBS in July
Training with new emergency breathing systems is to start shortly, and a study of body size and shape study is under way to make egress safer.
Aircraft
A350 XWB MSN005 Takes Flight
Airbus has now flown its full complement of flight test aircraft.
Colorado Aviation Groups Seek Signatures for Aviation License Plate Project
Project is designed to help raise awareness of the importance of aviation and the economic impact it has in the state.
