Safety

Half of misconfigured-flap events result in aborted takeoffs, says the agency.

No one aboard the Embraer Phenom was injured in the incident

Air Charter Safety Foundation says data demonstrates audit’s value.

Investigation began after a 2008 crash that killed nine people.

Agency sees no reason to adjust past random test rates.

Improved system combines life jacket, raft.

The iIS-BAO program simplifies the IS-BAO SMS compliance and audit process.

Pilots should double-check data presented on aviation tablet applications to prevent possible security breaches.

European association concerned about social, economic and safety impact.

An FAA notice of proposed rulemaking may allow private pilots to fly without a medical certificate.

Association of Asia Pacific Airlines addresses flight tracking, Ebola threat

Task force to present plan at high-level safety conference in February

Airspace changes designed to save time and fuel

Night helicopter flight began in VFR conditions

Comprehensive icing course includes scenario training

IATA’s director general says Latin American air safety statistics are headed in the right direction.

Captain says aircraft brakes were not effective

Agency says updated NextGen voice switching system will help reduce future disruptions

Revised AD adds to previous maintenance requirements

Pressure increases on the FAA to take action

Criminal behavior continued after company sold to Gulfstream

Emirates CEO believes industry could have responded much better

Safety Board issues 18 separate recommendations

Pilots unsuccessfully attempted to land in gusty crosswind

Houston-area runway might have been wet at arrival time.

Elbit’s ClearVision Enhanced Vision System and SkyLens Wearable HUD

Monitoring guide offers 20 recommendations to improve the skills of the monitoring pilot.

Pamphlet offers solid risk management guidance for helicopter pilots headed into mountainous terrain.

Flight risk assessment tools shouldn’t be used as a black or white guide for flight approval.