Safety

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Crashed Korean H225 Had Recent Maintenance

A Korean Airbus H225 that crashed into the East Sea had a heavy inspection in October.

Accidents

November 4, 2019

Rogue Drones Impede California Firefighters

Illegal drone flights California forced firefighting helicopters to stand down.

Rotorcraft

November 3, 2019

Vuichard Ring Vortex Recovery Now FAA Approved

Developed by Claude Vuichard, the rotorcraft procedure to escape potentially perilous ring vortexes in now in the latest FAA Helicopter training handbook.

Rotorcraft

November 1, 2019

Korean Carriers Subject to Government Safety Probe

A mandate for a safety overview of Korean carriers includes inspection of Boeing 737NG operators.

Airlines

October 30, 2019

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Safety Team Looks at Possible DEF Exemption, Dyes

the FAA Safety Risk Management Team (SRM) developed 15 recommendations after evaluating risks associated with DEF use on airport.

Safety

October 30, 2019

NATA Says 'No' on Hangar Foam

With the NFPA's standard 409 for aircraft hangars coming up for revision, NATA established an online petition urging removal of hangar foam requirements.

Regulations and Government

October 28, 2019

HAI Slams Proposed NYC Helo Ban Bill

The Helicopter Association International said a proposed bill to ban NYC helicopter traffic would "dismantle" the industry in the city.

Regulations and Government

October 28, 2019

Aero Specialties Tests the Limits

At its booth at NBAA 2019, Aero Specialties has a simulator that demonstrates maximum towing force that can be safely applied.

Safety

October 24, 2019

MedAire Previews Travel Risk Management Solution

MedAire is debuting an integrated travel risk management solution, including mitigation, tools, medical equipment, and training.

Safety

October 23, 2019

Advanced Aircrew Academy Joins USAIG Performance Vector

Online aviation traininer Advanced Aircrew Academy has formed an agreement with aviation insurer USAIG and added a new training module on ramp safety.

Safety

October 22, 2019

FlightSafety Introduces Kidnapping Prevention Course

Atlanta-based Skydas Group leading two-day anti-kidnap course for VIPs and aircrews through FlightSafety.

Safety

October 22, 2019

Collins Offering Digital Oceanic Plotting

Collins Aerospace is offering the first digital oceanic chart for business aviation.

Avionics

October 21, 2019

Safe Flight’s Stall Warning Selected for Tecnam P2012

Italian OEM Tecnam selects Safe Flight Stall Warning System for its recently-certified twin-engine P2012 commuter aircraft.

Aircraft

October 21, 2019

More Options Offered for APG's iPreFlight Genesis App

APG is offering two new subscription options for its iPreFlight Genesis app.

Safety

October 21, 2019

EVO Jet Unveils Cloud-based Support App

At NBAA-BACE 2019, EVO Jet is highlighting its technology advances, with the debut of a fully-functional cloud-based app.

Safety

October 20, 2019

VisionSafe EVAS Now On More Than 1,000 Gulfstreams

VisionSafe's emergency vision assurance system has been installed on more than 1,000 Gulfstream Aerospace aircraft.

Maintenance and Modifications

October 20, 2019

Baldwin Adds Functionality To SMS/QMS Software Systems

The added functionality is expected to improve a user's efficiency and operations.

Safety

October 18, 2019

Operators Embrace SMS

Safety management systems help measure performance and drive regulatory changes.

Safety

October 18, 2019

U.S. Bizjet Fatalities Still on Track for a New High

The 21 fatalities in U.S.-registered bizjet accidents in the first nine months have exceeded annual totals for all but two periods over the past 15 years.

Accidents

October 18, 2019

Distractions on Deck: PEDs a Double-edge Sword

Thirty percent responding to an AIN survey said their operations have no written or verbal policy regarding use of PEDs in flight deck.

Safety

October 16, 2019