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DOT IG says the FAA's en route automation modernization system lacks adequate security controls to prevent instances of system crashes.

There were no fatal accidents involving EASA-member-state-registered, non-commercial complex (NCC) business airplanes last year, according to a study.

New U.S, EPA emissions standards are proposed for new type and in-service aircraft weighing more than 12,500 pounds in line with ICAO standards.

Fatal accidents involving U.S.-registered turbine business aircraft plummeted in the first half, according to data compiled by AIN.

Incidents—rather than accidents—accounted for the vast majority of mishaps over the past decade.

First-quarter accident numbers hint at a significant drop in accidents due to Covid-19 restrictions in the second quarter.

The Canadian Transportation Safety Board reported unchanged non-fatal accidents, but air taxi accidents increased.

The prevalence of prescription, over-the-counter and illicit drugs found in bodies of fatally injured pilots has continued to trend upwards, the NTSB said.

Proposed EASA changes to CS-25 certification regulations would ensure no tire is below its minimum serviceable inflation pressure during operation.

Pilot Ryan Dashiell, who was arrested on DUI charges after crash landing a Cessna Citation 550 last year, has been scheduled for arraignment on April 15.

EAA said the FAA’s proposed rule for UAS aircraft to have remote ID is an “overreaching answer” to integrating UAS aircraft into national airspace.

Revisions to the FAA's AIM clarifies “approach category” and its application in determining the appropriate straight-in or circling minima on an approach.

Higher fees that recently went into effect for users of ATC services in Canada have been upheld by the Canadian Transportation Agency.

EASA has proposed changes to CS-25 certification regulations for transport airplanes to harmonize them with U.S. FAR Part 25 rules.

The revisions don't become effective until June 19.

CBAA 2020 objectives include equitable airport access, government support of SAF, and protection against risk of luxury taxes.

Once scheduled this year, ADS-B Out requirements for flying through Mexico airspace now will take effect Jan. 1, 2022.

Work conducted in the FAA's new $5 million, 2,500-sq-ft building will support research on fluorine-free firefighting foams.

International aviation flight-planning firm OpsGroup has published its updated list of current and upcoming ADS-B equipment and operational mandates.

Eurocontrol is now using the actual, not planned, route flown to establish distance used to calculate route charges, which could lead to higher charges.

The 76 fatalities from accidents involving U.S.-registered business aircraft were the highest number since 2006.

WAAS LPV approach plates for runway ends will not be listed "in plain sight."

The FAA has issued new guidance to charter operators, brokers and customers, in its attemps to combat illegal charter activity.

Safety, noise, and privacy issues must be solved before realizing a vision where drones provide urban transportation and package deliveries.

The FAA is discontinuing the Hazardous Inflight Weather Advisory Service (HIWAS) program effective January 8.

The FAA has published a draft Advisory Circular to provide guidance on acceptable means of compliance for onboard aircraft flight-crew sleeping areas.

Two temporary exemptions allowing more time for some aircraft operators in Australia to equip with ADS-B avionics expire next year.

The Runway Status Lights alerts pilots and vehicle operators about potential runway conflicts.

With more aircraft equipped with ADS-B, the Aviation Safety Reporting System is receiving more pilot comments on how ADS-B is helping to avoid collisions.

EASA is recommending that all Part 27 helicopters receive flight recorders to benefit the industry's overall safety.