Safety

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

Safety

ICAO Publishes New e-Cigarette Restrictions

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

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
Safety

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.
Safety

FAA Ponders Revocation of Glider Transponder Exemption

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

AIN Blog: Drones Uncaged!

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

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.
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Safety

Great Lakes Wildlife Strikes on the Rise

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

FAA Addresses Converging Runway Operations

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

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.
Safety

FAA and GA Community Launch Fly Safe Campaign

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

ACSF Adds Southern, Southwest Regions To ASAP

The latest memoranda of understanding expand the ACSF's ASAP program to most of the U.S.
Avionics

Program Funds Airborne Ash Detection System Development

Program will test Elbit’s ClearVision infrared enhanced vision system and Nicarnica’s Airborne Volcanic Object Imaging Detector.
Regulations and Government

FAA Updates Instrument Procedures Handbook

The agency updated the guide that functions as the technical reference on IFR procedures used everywhere in the National Airspace System.
Safety

AAIB Reports on Uncommanded Aileron Movements

The board found no faults related to the uncommanded inputs.
Safety

NTSB Releases Video of Accident Analysis

The Safety Board has begun using videos–in addition to written reports–to share lessons learned through investigations into major accidents.
Safety

FAA Proposes Penalty Against Jetstream 31 Operator

The company operated the twin turboprop on at least 300 flights when the aircraft was not in compliance with the FARs, the agency contends.
Airports

FAA Launches Runway Incursion Mitigation Program

Risk-based decision-making initiative follows “significant progress” in improving runway safety at U.S. airports over the past 15 years,
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Accidents

Pilot Distraction Likely Led To Gear-up Landing

Pilot said that he did not realize his landing gear was retracted until it was too late and he was “committed to land.”
Airports

FAA to Pilots: Keep Transponders On While Taxiing

Runway safety systems use data from transponders to obtain accurate aircraft and vehicle locations to increase airport surface safety and efficiency.
Safety

Torqued: Pilots and Mechanics Must Communicate after Critical Maintenance

From what I have seen, communication between those who maintain aircraft and those who fly aircraft is not as good as it could and should be.
Safety

NTSB Alert Urges 'See and Be Seen' Vigilance

NTSB releases alert as technologies present new distractions in cockpit.
Airlines

FAA Forms Advisory Committee on Pilot Mental Health Issues

The agency said its aviation rulemaking committee is a response to Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 and Germanwings Flight 9525.
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Rotorcraft

ACSR Introduces Tailboom Motion Detection System

A switch illuminates the master caution panel indicating “tailboom” in the event of a failure.
Safety

FlightAware Launches MLAT Mode S network Tracking

Company also intros new capabilities for its flight tracking service
Safety

Battery Failures: Beware Lithium-ion Dangers

Battery fires present a serious threat to all airplanes, and the threat is growing.
Safety

When is a Crewmember Fit for Duty?

Fitness-for-duty plans are crucial, and pilots need to watch out for each other to ensure the safety of the operation.
Safety

IHST Forms Helicopter Safety Partnership in Brazil

The Brazilian Helicopter Safety Team is a partnership between the IHST Brazil Group and the nation's civil aviation authority.
Safety

U.S., Canada Detail Pilot Certificate Conversion Procedures

Document outlines the application process, required information and considerations for exercising the privileges of an FAA pilot certificate.
Safety

MedAire Celebrates 30 Years

Established by Joan Sullivan Garrett in 1985, MedAire has come a long way in the three decades since its creation as an aviation medical services company
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Aircraft

Flying the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion Touch Avionics System

Flying the Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion Touch Avionics System
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