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| 11.19.2009 |
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Panelists to Explore IFE Trends in Avionics Webinar
Avionics Magazine has assembled a panel of industry experts to explore the latest technologies and developments in the world of in-flight entertainment (IFE) and connectivity. The Dec. 2 Webinar, entitled “Latest Trends in In-Flight...
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| 11.18.2009 |
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Helping Kuwait Airways Fly Safely
Kuwait Airways has selected GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies’ XL Go videoborescope to support its rigorous aircraft inspection regime. The XL Go has advanced image handling and data transfer capabilities, elevating the airline’s...
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| 11.18.2009 |
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New ATC Voice Switch for FAA
Northrop Grumman has successfully demonstrated its Next Generation Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP) Voice Switch to officials of the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in preparation for the upcoming National...
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| 11.18.2009 |
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Time is Running Out
Coping With The Global Credit Crunch An Aviation Today Webinar Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (ET) Hear from these experts: Paul Leighton Founder & Managing Director, Aircraft Value Analysis Company Joe Leader Air Taxi...
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| 11.17.2009 |
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Air Traffic Management for Doha International
Northrop Grumman Park Air Systems has been awarded a multi-million dollar contract by SELEX Systemi Integrati of Italy for the provision of an integrated air traffic management (ATM) systems package for the New Doha International Airport in...
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| 11.17.2009 |
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Pilots With Attitude
United Airlines suspended a pilot who was arrested in London on suspicion that he was about to fly a Boeing 767 with 124 passengers while exceeding the legal limit for alcohol. The incident occurring on Nov. 9 involved United Flight 949, which was bound for...
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| 11.17.2009 |
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First Boeing 747-8 Freighter Leaves Factory
Boeing recently towed the first 747-8 freighter out of the factory in Everett, WA. The airplane, ultimately destined for Cargolux, will be painted and begin preparations for flight test. "It is very rewarding to see this airplane transition to the flight...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Unprofessional Pilots Need Not Apply
United Airlines has suspended a pilot who was arrested in London on suspicion that he was about to fly a Boeing 767 with 124 passengers while exceeding the legal limit for alcohol. The incident occurring on Nov. 9 involved United Flight 949, which was bound...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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FAA Adopts EASA S-92 EAD
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an emergency airworthiness directive (EAD) calling on Sikorsky S-92 operators to repetitively inspect the helicopter's main gearbox mounting feet for cracks, defects that could lead to gearbox detachment...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Airline & Aircraft Makers Sued: Bad Cabin Air
Passengers and flight attendants have filed multiple lawsuits against Southwest Airlines, Boeing and Airbus in federal court, alleging that jetliners they were aboard leaked toxic air that sickened them. The latest lawsuit seeking damages was filed in a...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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FAA Transitions oo Digital NOTAMs
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is finally entering the digital age, implementing digital Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs). NOTAMs currently provide timely information about hazards and changes in aeronautical facilities, services...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Reverse Engineering for Safety-Critical Avionics Software
Verocel, a software verification company, and Certification Services, Inc. (CSI), a consultancy specializing in airborne and ground-based aviation-related digital systems, have won a research contract from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to study...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Pilot Safety Symposium & Job Fair Set
FltOps.com is teaming with the Flight Safety Foundation (FSF), presenting the next in its series of pilot safety symposiums and job fairs, on Nov. 21, at the New York-LaGuardia Airport Marriott. At a time when the public is questioning attention to safety...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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USAF Scores Safest Flying Year
Fiscal Year 2009, which ended Sept. 30, was the safest flying year in the 62-year history of the USAF with only 17 Class A mishaps. The next best year was FY 2006 with 19 Class A mishaps. (A Class A mishap is one where there is loss of life, an injury...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Safety & Technology Trends
Paying Tribute The Flight Safety Foundation recognized aviation achievements around the world at its 62nd Annual International Air Safety Seminar in Beijing, China. Foundation President and Chief Executive Officer William R. Voss presented the awards at a...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Security Shortlines
Jumping on the Radio Bandwagon The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is testing a new radio that allows first responders to talk to one another across different frequency bands. The new radio is now required since the challenge of aligning communications...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Safety Rules & Regulations
Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-100, 747-100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747SR, and 747SP. Final rule; request for comments. SUMMARY: The FAA is revising an existing airworthiness directive (AD), which applies to these...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Accidents & Incidents
Date Aircraft Type Narrative Death/Injury Remarks Oct 2, 2009 Dorrance, PA BELL 47D1 N74004 Pilot performed preflight inspection "including checking fuel tank was full and without water or other contaminants." Cross-country flight estimated to be...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Era Automated Solutions at NY Airports
Era Systems says its fully hosted Itinerant Aircraft Billing (IAB) system built for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has been successfully installed and is now in full operational use. The solution, which utilizes Era’s...
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| 11.16.2009 |
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Bird Strike Prevention in East Africa
The AviAssist Foundation recently completed a four-day wildlife hazard management workshop at Kilimanjaro Airport in Tanzania. The course provided an introduction and refresher to wildlife hazards to aviation. The workshop was oversubscribed with 27...
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