Electronic Intrusions
The NTSB says a 2017 helicopter crash is among recent examples of the hazards presented by personal electronic devices in the cockpit.
Industry Updates
Foundation Issues Roadmap of Aviation Safety Considerations in COVID-19 Crisis
Flight Safety Foundation has published a roadmap of supplemental material to help aviation safety and…
by FSF Communications Staff
FAA Plans New Database of Pilot Records
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans to establish an electronic database to provide potential…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
Foundation Issues Roadmap of Aviation Safety Considerations in COVID-19 Crisis
Flight Safety Foundation has published a roadmap of supplemental material to help aviation safety and…
by FSF Communications Staff
News, Aviation Medicine, COVID-19
ICAO Urges Action to Support Aviation Industry Throughout Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic is not only diminishing global mobility but also presenting risks to air…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
News, aviation medicine, Safety Oversight, Aviation Medicine
IATA Urges Regulatory Flexibility in Coping With Pandemic
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is praising regulators that have acted to provide more…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
News, Aviation Medicine, Cargo Safety
ERA: Exempt Cargo Crews From Some Coronavirus Restrictions
Authorities should ensure that cargo flights are able to continue despite restrictions placed on commercial…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
NTSB: Impairing Drugs More Prevalent in Pilots of Fatal Crashes
Drugs are being found more often in the bodies of pilots killed in aircraft crashes,…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
Boeing Accused of Installing Unapproved Sensors
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has accused Boeing of equipping nearly 800 Boeing 737…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
News, Flight Training, Safety Regulation
FAA Orders Revamped Training for Pilots
U.S. air carriers will be required to provide their pilots with additional training as part…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
News, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Safety Research
Panel Urges Evaluation of Effects of Drones on Society
The increasing use of drones in security patrols, emergency response, cargo transport and other areas…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff
News, Safety Oversight, 737 MAX
U.S. Agency to Probe FAA Oversight Practices
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) oversight and certification practices will be the subject of…
by AeroSafety World Editorial Staff