Safety

News and information on safety procedures and concerns.

Jan 11, 2021 - 12:53 AM
Vaccine Rollout Leaves Open Many Questions
NATA webinar focuses on vaccine priority, expectations.
Alaska Seaplanes
Jan 7, 2021 - 11:40 AM
Baldwin Introduces Alaska-oriented SMS Program
Baldwin's Alaska Aviation Safety Exchange SMS/QMS program is designed for operators of all sizes.
Jan 6, 2021 - 8:34 AM
EASA Moves Ahead with SMS for Repair Stations
EASA has issued a regulatory opinion with its plan to adopt regulations requiring certain Part 145 repair stations to have safety management system.
Jan 5, 2021 - 10:03 AM
Airline Accident Fatalities Up in 2020 Despite Pandemic
Dutch consultancy To70 warns of safety complacency as airlines increase operations in 2021.
EASA headquarters
Jan 4, 2021 - 11:28 AM
EASA Merges General Aviation and VTOL Certification
The European aviation safety agency has reorganized its certification directorate, combining general aviation fixed wing aircraft with VTOL designs.
L2 Halo readout
Dec 30, 2020 - 2:30 PM
L2 To Release New Cabin Air Monitoring System
L2 Aviation expects to receive an STC in the first quarter of 2021 for its new Halo Cabin Air Monitoring System.
Dec 29, 2020 - 9:30 AM
FAA Issues Final Remote ID Rule for Unmanned Aircraft
The FAA has issued new rules requiring the remote ID of unmanned aircraft and permitting small drones to be flown over people and at night.
Dec 28, 2020 - 2:30 PM
Pilot Captures Video of 'Jetpack' Flying in LA Airspace
The video of what appears to be a manned jetpack shows it flying at 3,000 feet over the ocean near Palos Verdes, California.
Dec 28, 2020 - 11:00 AM
Flexjet Crews To Begin At-home Covid-19 Testing
Flexjet crews will test themselves under medical supervision before each tour of duty.
Dec 28, 2020 - 10:27 AM
EASA Proposes Modifications for Overwater Helo Ops
EASA is proposing equipment changes for Part 27 and 29 helicopters that are operated for extended periods over water.