Content Archive: July 2014
Developing In Civil MRO
Aerostar’s growth through contracts with Airbus has placed it among leading third-tier suppliers.
Aircraft
Aerostar Fits Split Scimitar First
Romania’s Aerostar has become the first independent MRO in Europe to install split-scimitar winglets on a Boeing 737.
NTSB Points at Airspeed Error in Macon Overrun
Investigators believe the aircraft was nearly 20 knots fast crossing the runway threshold.
Dutch Report on False Glideslope Signals
Pilots might be startled by an unexpected pitch up.
FAA Wants To Change Training Device Rules
These changes are designed to reflect updated flight training standards.
Australia Reports on Powerplant Incidents
–Disparity in reports among models suggests that age is merely one of several factors to consider.
FSF Endorses Deployable Flight Data Recorders
ICAO also plans to amend Annex 6.17 on aircraft ELTs.
FAA’s Whitaker Speaks to NextGen
The 2020 deadline for ADS-B out will not change, says the agency.
FAA Proposes Penalty Against Skywest Airlines
Airline could be fined for violating a number of agency drug-and-alcohol testing regulations.
Video Captures Barcelona Runway Incursion
Barcelona runway incursion receives over 19 million views in one week.
