Safety

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

Avionics

FSF Calls for Quicker, Clearer 5G Safety Measures

FSF said it was concerned about the continued confusion and disjointed approach to the 5G rollout and urged more cooperation.
Accidents

Spoiler Issue May Be Factor in Fatal GIV-SP Crash

A preliminary report indicates asymmetrical spoiler deployment may be a factor in the December 15 crash of a Gulfstream IV-SP in the Dominican Republic.
Safety

Baker, Bolen Caution over Uptick in Accidents

NBAA's Bolen and AOPA's Baker expressed frustration over an uptick in accidents involving pilot judgment and are advising crews to slow down.
Accidents

NTSB: Learjet 35A Hit Powerlines During Fatal Crash

The Learjet 35A involved in a December 27 fatal accident struck powerlines and subsequently crashed about 1.43 nm east of Gillespie Field in California.
Avionics

Latest 5G Delay Welcomed but Ultimate Solution Unlikely Soon

Wireless carriers agree to further 5G C-band delay near busy airports.
Airlines

Wireless Carriers Agree To Another 5G Delay

As international carriers cancel U.S.-bound flights out of safety concerns, Biden pledges "permanent" solution.
Safety

Phoenix Air Gets First IS-BAO Remote-piloted A/C Nod

The International Business Aviation Council has issued its first IS-BAO Remote Piloted Aircraft System to Phoenix Air Unmanned.
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Airlines

FedEx Proposed Anti-Missile Systems for A321s

The FAA issues a notice of proposed special conditions to allow FedEx to install anti-missile systems on Airbus A321s.
Aircraft

FAA Clears Nearly Half of U.S. Airliners To Operate in 5G Areas

In addition to airplane types, U.S. authorities approve two radar altimeter models for operation in areas of potential 5G interference.
Avionics

Industry, FAA Scramble To Clean Up FCC 5G 'Mess'

"Flight cancellations and operational disruptions will be a reality," ALPA warns.
Safety

ADS Taps Orbcomm AIS Data To Display Ship Positions

Aeronautical Data Systems and Orbcomm have partnered to provide AIS ship-position information to ADS Ergo app users.
Regulations and Government

FAA Releases 1,500 Notams To Address 5G Disruptions

The FAA has released a raft of notams ahead of the January 19 launch of AT&T and Verizon’s new 5G networks.
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Accidents

All Survive Pennsylvania HEMS Crash

EC-135 was attempting emergency landing
Regulations and Government

The Problem With 5G

While it appears the airlines and telcos have cut a deal on 5G C-band roll-out, biz and rotorcraft appear out in the cold.
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FBOs

Texas FBO Earns IS-BAH Stage 3

Texas-based FBO McCreery Aviation is the latest to achieve Stage 3 registration under IBAC’s IS-BAH.
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Regulations and Government

FAA Releases List of 5G-buffered Airports

Fifty U.S. airports will have buffer zones when wireless companies turn on new 5G C-band service on January 19.
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Safety

Airlines, Wireless Carriers Agree On Temporary 5G Ceasefire

Tentative agreement would delay 5G C-band roll out until January 19th
Rotorcraft

Bizav Cautious, Rotor Critical on 5G Delay

Verizon and AT&T formally agree to delay 5G C-band roll-out to January 19.
Accidents

Bad Night At Black Rock

The 2017 crash of an Irish S-92 highlights the hazards of night-time SAR operations.
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Regulations and Government

FAA, FCC Head for 5G Showdown

The debate over 5G C-band and radio altimeters is likely headed to court.
Maintenance and Modifications

Tamarack Asks NTSB To Reconsider Probable Cause

Tamarack Aerospace is disputing many points in the NTSB's final report on the 2018 crash of a CitationJet equipped with Tamarack winglets.
Safety

Aviation, Wireless Groups Pledge Cooperation on 5G C-band

A move to cooperate on 5C interference comes after Airbus and Boeing CEOs called on the Biden Administration to delay the rollout of 5G C-band.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

New Approach to Emergency Cabin Oxygen Could Cut Fuel Burn

Limitations of current emergency oxygen systems and safety concerns over some countries, like Afghanistan, are forcing airlines to fly longer-routes.
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Airports

Canada’s TSB Addresses Hazards During Runway Construction

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada has issued a recommendation that Nav Canada publish notams with graphic depictions of runway closures.
Accidents

Nine Killed in Dominican Republic GIV-SP Crash

Seven passengers and two crewmembers were killed yesterday evening when a GIV-SP crashed shortly after takeoff while attempting a diversionary landing.
Safety

JumpSeat App Seeks To Supplement Notams

The new JumpSeat app provides a simple way for pilots to share important information about airports anywhere in the world.
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Engines

Damning Senate 737 Max Report Also Cites GE9X Concerns

The scope of a new report on 737 Max problems from the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee extends to the GE9X engine for the 777X.
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Safety

European Bizav Community Responds To Safety Challenges

This week's EBAA Safety Summit is addressing how operators and other member companies are dealing with pressures brought about by the Covid pandemic.
Aircraft

Boeing 787 Delivery Halt Spoils American Airlines’ Summer Plans

As the FAA continues its analysis of Boeing’s 787 fixes to gaps between fuselage sections, American Airlines must delay international expansion.
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Safety

Robert Sumwalt Wins Top Flight Award for Safety Hero

Robert Sumwalt Wins Top Flight Award for Safety Hero
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