The role of cabin crew in mitigating pilot fatigue and enhancing flight safety
Fatigue poses an important safety risk, especially in aviation, where tasks are conducted around the clock. Psychologist PhD…
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Trump appoints new FAA Administrator, orders safety review after DC collision
US President Donald Trump has signed two executive orders, one appointing a new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Acting…
Safety alert: NTSB ‘uncertain’ number of Boeing 737s flying with impaired part
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has issued an urgent safety recommendation to Boeing and the Federal Aviation…
Portland International Airport unveils new terminal that includes a bar for planespotters
Oregon’s Portland International Airport (PDX) has unveiled its brand new main terminal featuring a design unique to the…
NASA delays Boeing Starliner’s first crewed mission to ISS over safety concerns
NASA and United Launch Alliance (ULA) have delayed the launch of the Boeing Starliner spacecraft over safety concerns…
Boeing posts $355 million loss, CEO says focus remains on strengthening safety
On the same day Boeing published its latest quarterly financial results the President and CEO Dave Calhoun wrote…
FAA to require charter airlines, plane manufacturers to implement safety systems
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a rule that requires charter airlines, commuter airlines, air tour operators,…
FAA increases oversight of United Airlines after spike in safety incidents
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has signaled it will increase oversight of United Airlines following a spike in safety…
United Airlines CEO acknowledges safety incident rise in message to passengers
Following a spate of highly publicized United Airlines safety incidents the carrier’s CEO has messaged customers to acknowledge…
Boeing shelves annual financial guidance to emphasize company’s focus on safety
Boeing has published its fourth quarter and year-end 2023 results, but without including any of the “financial and…
How safe is flying today? Surveying modern air travel safety
Air travel has revolutionized the way we connect across the world, making distant destinations easily accessible and effectively…
FAA wants to overview US aviation safety with an independent review group
The United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that it has established an independent aviation safety review…
FAA leads safety summit after a string of near-miss incidents
Following several near-miss incidents throughout 2023, the United States (US) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) organized a safety summit,…
Plane ‘broke up in flight’ before crash killed five onboard
A medical transport plane ‘broke up’ while in flight before crashing and killing all five people on board,…
Advisory board sets out new flight plan to help encourage women in aviation
How can we break down the barriers that are stopping more women from starting and sticking to careers…
Susan C. Friedenberg: Business aviation is all about safety and people
Today’s business aviation industry is known for its luxurious flight perks and benefits which are usually associated with…
Airlines step up safety measures after US Capitol riot
American Airlines (A1G) (AAL) and Delta Air Lines are increasing safety measures in fear of disruptions on flights…
Boeing Under Fire Over The Safety Of The 787 Dreamliner
Boeing Under Fire Over The Safety Of The 787 Dreamliner Boeing is under fire for one more of…