Safety

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

Jan 3, 2022 - 8:00 AM
Bad Night At Black Rock
The 2017 crash of an Irish S-92 highlights the hazards of night-time SAR operations.
Dec 23, 2021 - 12:47 PM
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.
Cordillera
Dec 23, 2021 - 12:11 PM
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.
Dec 20, 2021 - 12:33 PM
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.
Dec 16, 2021 - 11:49 AM
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.
JumpSeat
Dec 15, 2021 - 12:24 PM
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.
Dec 14, 2021 - 10:48 AM
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.
Dec 13, 2021 - 10:23 AM
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.
Dec 10, 2021 - 7:46 AM
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.
Dec 7, 2021 - 1:01 PM
FAA Issues New 5G Interference Airworthiness Directives
New FAA rules would prohibit certain aircraft operations where 5G interference is encountered or likely.