FAA Gears Up to Limit Summer Delays
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has implemented new programs aimed at reducing air travel delays during the peak summer travel season. It is hoped that the projects and flight limitations imposed at the New York area airports will keep passengers moving despite severe weather, air traffic control... [read more]
JFK and Newark Slots at Auction
The Department of Transportation (DOT) is proposing new measures to make available for auction a limited number of take off and landing slots at JFK and Newark Airports. The government proposal, expected to be final in 60 days after a comment period, calls for airlines at Newark and JFK to get up to 20 slots...
NTSB Releases Factual Report on Fatal CESSNA 310 Accident in Sanford, FL
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in early May opened a public docket and release a 161-page factual report on the July 10, 2007 crash of a Cessna 310R (N501N) operated by NASCAR, en route from Daytona to Lakeland, FL. The pilot in command reported smoke in the cockpit, declared an emergency...
Initial Report on Fatal Wisconsin EMS Helicopter Crash
A University of Wisconsin medical flight ended in tragedy May 10 with the fatal nighttime crash of an American Eurocopter Deutschland EC 135 T2+ helicopter (N135UW) on a wooded bluff five miles outside downtown La Crosse, WI. The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) helicopter was on a return trip to Madison...
Emergency Procedures for Turbocharger Failures Sought
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) wants operators of piston-powered aircraft equipped with turbochargers to recognize the signs of turbo failure and be better prepared to deal with the problem in flight. The Safety Board recommends that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) require...
Air Shows: Dangerous to Your Health
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigations into U.S. air show accidents during 2007 and 2008 show that stunt flying for thrills remain a risky venture for veteran pilots who are not faint of heart. For example, on Saturday, May 10, 2008 an Otrokovice Zlin 50LX (N6660K) hit the ground while...
Aircraft: Heal Thyself
A new technique that mimics healing processes found in nature could enable damaged aircraft to mend themselves automatically, even during a flight. As well as the obvious air safety benefits, this breakthrough could make it possible to design lighter aeroplanes in future. This would lead to fuel savings...
S&T Trends
RNP Test in China A China Eastern Airlines (CEA) Next-Generation 737-700 completed a flight into China's Lijiang Airport on May 13 to validate the capability and benefits of Required Navigation Performance (RNP), which uses global-positioning satellites and onboard flight-management systems to guide...
Security Shortlines
FAA Bans Anti-smoking Drug for Pilots and Controllers The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reversing course has prohibited pilots and air traffic controllers from using Chantix, a popular anti-smoking drug made by Pfizer, after a study found that it had apparently contributed to auto accidents and...
Safety Rules and Regs
Congestion Management Rule for John F. Kennedy International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to establish procedures to address congestion in the New York City area by assigning slots at John F. Kennedy (JFK) and Newark Liberty...
Accidents and Incidents
Date Aircraft Type Narrative Death/Injury Remarks May 05, 2008 Butte City, CA Grumman G-164 N703Y A/c experienced a total loss of engine power seconds after taking off from a grass airstrip. No injuries Examination of engine revealed no evidence of pre-impact damage. Fuel in tanks. A/c's engine had recently...
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