Loss of Separation Incident Involving Two Jets Due to Mistaken Instruction at Portland Airport
On October 16th, 2023, an incident involving two aircraft occurred at Portland Airport due to a mistaken instruction. An Alaska… Read More »
Qatar Airways A350 Pilot Faces Communication Hurdles with SFO Air Traffic Control
Recently, a Qatar Airways pilot flying an Airbus A350-1000 from San Francisco (SFO) to Doha (DOH) experienced communication challenges with… Read More »
US Airlines Facilitate Evacuations from Israel Amidst Rising Tensions
In response to escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas, major US airlines are intensifying efforts to evacuate American nationals and… Read More »
Austrian Airlines A320 Incident: Captain Incapacitated Mid-Flight, First Officer Ensures Safe Landing
In a nerve-wracking event on September 24, 2023, Austrian Airlines flight OS-188, en route from Stuttgart to Vienna, faced an… Read More »
Alaska Airlines Bolsters Cargo Operations with First Converted 737-800F Freighter
In a significant move to expand its cargo operations, Alaska Airlines has welcomed the first Boeing 737-800F aircraft, converted from… Read More »
How to Stay Safe and Secure When Using Wi-Fi on Flights
Airplane Wi-Fi allows passengers to stay connected while in flight, but it raises concerns about security. Here’s an overview of… Read More »
KC-135 Tanker Jet Crash at Iowa Airport – No Injuries Reported
A KC-135 Stratotanker, an aerial refueling jet operated by the Iowa Air National Guard, experienced a crash-landing at a Sioux… Read More »
Impact of Escalating GPS Jamming on Airlines Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict
The conflict between Israel and Hamas, triggered by a large-scale surprise attack by the militant group on October 7, 2023,… Read More »
Raleigh-Durham RDU Airport Starts Construction of New, Longer Primary Runway
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) in North Carolina has started the construction of a new primary runway that will be longer… Read More »
Singapore Incident Highlights Climate Change Impact on Aviation Safety
The Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB) of Singapore recently released its final incident report on a Singapore Airlines flight (SQ319)… Read More »
Office of Special Investigations Takes Action to Safeguard Aircraft from Laser Threats
The Office of Special Investigations (OSI) is stepping up efforts to protect Department of the Air Force aircraft from an… Read More »
Des Moines Airport Breaks Ground on New Terminal and Lift DSM Project
The Des Moines International Airport is embarking on a significant infrastructure project to enhance its capacity and passenger experience, and… Read More »
BermudAir Expands U.S. Presence with Fort Lauderdale Route
BermudAir, a startup airline based in Bermuda, has extended its U.S. route network with flights to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport… Read More »
Vienna International Airport 2022 Report
Vienna International Airport, located in Schwechat, approximately 18 kilometers southeast of Vienna’s city center, is Austria’s largest airport. This prominent… Read More »
Hamburg Airport Resumes Flights After Security Threat to Iran Air Plane
Hamburg Airport, Germany’s fifth-busiest airport, successfully resumed its flight operations on Monday Oct. 9 afternoon following a temporary suspension due… Read More »
Flight Attendant Shares Expert Tips on How to Check for Bed Bugs in Your Hotel Room
With the recent surge in reports about bed bugs infesting various places, including luxury hotels in Paris, travelers are increasingly… Read More »
FAA Nominee Vows to Tackle Staffing Shortages, Enhance Safety, and Bring Employees Back to the Office
Michael Whitaker, President Biden’s nominee to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), assured the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee… Read More »
U.S. Transportation Department Grants $14 Million to Small Airports for Air Service Development
The U.S. Transportation Department (DOT) has announced a significant boost for small airports across the country through its Small Community… Read More »
GE and Safran Discover More Cases of Fraudulent Safety Records in Jet Engines
General Electric and Safran have revealed an increase in the number of jet engines that were found to have fake… Read More »
FedEx Cargo Plane Crash-Lands in Chattanooga After Landing Gear Malfunction
Late Wednesday night, a FedEx cargo plane crash-landed at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport in Tennessee, following a landing gear malfunction. Thankfully,… Read More »
Norway Awards Subsidized Regional Air Route Contracts to Widerøe and DAT
Norway’s Transport Ministry has taken significant steps to enhance regional air connectivity by awarding subsidized regional air route contracts (FOT)… Read More »
NYC College Student Sentenced to One Year in Dubai Prison for Airport Security Incident
Elizabeth Polanco De Los Santos, a college student from New York City, has received a one-year prison sentence in Dubai… Read More »