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AIN Blog: Lessons from a Train Wreck – Why Cabin Safety Matters

Accidents in other transportation sectors provide plenty of lessons for those of us in aviation.

Firm Helps Operators Navigate OSHA Cabin Rules

Corporate Aviators developed a Compliance Process Tool to ensure that U.S. companies using full-time or contract flight attendants comply with OSHA rules.

Regulations and Government

FAA Drafts Update to Icing Pilot Guide

Virtually every section of the 60-page document contains new or revised material.

NBAA Updates 'Quiet Flying' Guidelines

The new program supplants the original 1967 noise abatement procedure.

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High-altitude Oxygen Rule: Compliance Conundrum

The requirement for an oxygen mask above 41,000 feet might create more problems than it solves, say some pilots.

Regulations and Government

Philippines Removed from EU Air Safety Blacklist

Thailand avoids EU ban, for now

EASA Updates Bulletin on Ops Near Volcanic Ash Plumes

Recommends that volcanic ash forecasts should be presented in the form of a zoning system that depicts areas of low, medium and high concentrations

Tulsa Control Tower Closed after Air Sickens Controllers

Tower was quickly evacuated and will remain shut pending the results of air sampling tests.

New FAA Safety Review Program Undergoing Trials

Voluntary 18-month pilot program allows FAA employees to identify safety concerns without fear of retaliation.

TSB Disappointed by Aviation Recommendation Responses

Of 29 aviation recommendations, TSB found that only three had reached the response status of "Fully Satisfactory."

ICAO Publishes New e-Cigarette Restrictions

After several fires, the devices are no longer allowed in checked baggage.

FAA Wants More Access to Airman Health Records

The FAA is launching an industry effort to evaluate pilot fitness to fly, plus another program for updating aeromedical technology

Airbus Helicopters AS350 Accidents Highlighted in TSB Report

After a series of ice ingestion accidents, Canada's Transportation Safety Board looks to initiate an inlet design review to prevent mishaps in winter.

FAA Ponders Revocation of Glider Transponder Exemption

On the basis of a midair and dozens of near-collisions, the agency is soliciting advice.

AIN Blog: Drones Uncaged!

At EAA AirVenture, drone and radio-control pilots will be able to fly during the evening at Pioneer Airport.

Martin-Baker: Saving Lives in the Family Way

From the F-35 to basic trainers, British company offers world’s fighter pilots a means of escape.

Great Lakes Wildlife Strikes on the Rise

Airport operators should review and evaluate a wildlife hazard management plan once a year.

FAA Addresses Converging Runway Operations

Some mitigations might not be necessary for a facility to conduct independent non-intersecting converging runway operations.

EASA Issues Emergency Engine-Icing AD on Falcon 2000EX

Manufacturing deficiency in some engine air-inlet anti-ice piccolo tubes could degrade performance of the engine anti-ice protection system.

FAA and GA Community Launch Fly Safe Campaign

The program is aimed at reducing loss-of-control accidents.

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