Safety

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

Sep 13, 2021 - 10:50 AM
India Runway Overrun Investigation Highlights Pilot Errors
A report on the fatal crash of an Air India Express aircraft said the pilots didn't follow operational procedures when attempting to land in monsoon rain.
Sep 9, 2021 - 1:01 PM
Trio Develops AFAC-compliant FDR for Legacy Bizjets
Curtiss-Wright has teamed with SoCal Jets and Peregrine Avionics to develop an affordable solution to meet new AFAC requirements for flight data recorders.
Sep 8, 2021 - 12:51 PM
Becker Teams with Iris on Collision Warning System
Becker Avionics and Iris Automation are developing a non-required safety-enhancing equipment collision avoidance safety system for GA aircraft and UAVs.
IS&S autothrottle
Sep 7, 2021 - 2:45 PM
IS&S Autothrottle Gains EASA, Transport Canada Nods
Innovative Solutions & Support is expanding the overseas markets for its ThrustSense autothrottle system.
Sep 7, 2021 - 12:08 PM
FAA: Laser Strikes on Aircraft Increasing
The frequency of laser strikes on aircraft is a growing problem, according to the FAA.
Falcon 10X
Sep 5, 2021 - 3:23 PM
Dassault Picks 10X for First Falcon Smart Throttle Platform
After testing the Smart Throttle on the Falcon 7X, Dassault has selected the 10X as the first that will be equipped with the new safety technology.
Sep 3, 2021 - 11:39 AM
Bombardier Announces Dates for Safety Standdown 2021
The Canadian airframer's Safety Standdown is in its 25th year.
Aug 30, 2021 - 11:14 AM
Honeywell Obtains EASA Nod for RDR-7000 Weather Radar
Honeywell’s IntuVue RDR-7000 weather radar system for business jets and helicopters recently received EASA approval.
Aug 27, 2021 - 12:24 PM
AINsight: State of (Runway) Confusion
Runway confusion events are often precursors of a runway incursion and potential collision between aircraft, airport vehicles, or construction equipment.
Aug 27, 2021 - 11:31 AM
FAA Highlighting Safety During National Drone Week
National Drone Safety Week will serve as a opportunity to educate drone pilots and highlight new requirements and best practices, FAA said.