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Pilot’s Widow Pushes for Secondary Security Barriers

Widow of 9/11 captain expresses frustration as she educates Congressman’s staff.

Child Safety Seat Information Rule Proposed

The FAA wants to make it easier for parents to learn which child safety seats will fit on board which aircraft.

NTSB Issues Urgent Safety Recommendations Against Alaskan Air Operator

The safety board took action after HoTH operators experienced six accidents recently.

Beech 1900 Airstair Opens 90 Degrees in Flight

A Transport Canada report questioned some safety systems in place at Canadian carrier.

CJ Goes for a Swim

Unable to stop before the end of the runway, Citation ends up in pond.

Was U-2 Behind L.A. Center Computer Glitch?

Air traffic was significantly delayed when both of L.A. center’s Eram computers failed at the same time.

Camera Catches New Mexico Helicopter Crash

Heliopter begins spinning wildly shortly after takeoff from hospital roof.

FAA GA Survey: Fleet Shrinking, but Long-term Growth Expected

The number of active GA aircraft declined by 6.4 percent, to 209,034 from 223,370 in 2012, the last year for which information is available.
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Accidents: May 2014

Preliminary, factual and final reports on accidents involving business aircraft.
Regulations and Government

Compliance Countdown: May 2014

Mandates coming in the next six to 12 months.

People in Aviation: May 2014

Industry personnel announcements.

Pilots Must Remain Alert While Flying Near San Antonio

Heavy volumes of military training traffic within 100 miles of San Antonio pose problems.
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NTSB Chairman Pushes For Child Safety Seats on Aircraft

NTSB chairman Deborah Hersman said the Board has been pursuing the FAA since the 1970s to rule on child restraints.

Ryanair to Appeal Dutch Court Ruling Over TV Documentary

Irish carrier to challenge court decision that Dutch TV show had sufficient evidence for its report on alleged low fuel reserves.

Pilot Copes With Failing Attitude Indicator

A pilot learned that good stick-and-rudder skills in a jet can save your life when systems fail.

Eight Fatalities in Mexican Hawker Crash

The Hawker crashed during a low-IFR nighttime approach in Mexico.

Bizav Crew Naps Still Forbidden

Part 91 operators should check their ops manuals for any mention of naps.

FAA Seeks Comment on One-engine-out Procedures

Portions of current safety policy are built around both engines operating at takeoff.

Webinar To Address Managing Weather Risk

The session will look at the probabilities of disruptive weather systems.

Understanding the Language of ATC Isn’t Always Easy

Air China crew and New York controller struggle to reach mutual understanding.

Business Aviation Duty/Rest Guidelines Updated

This is the industry’s first update to duty/rest guidelines since 1997.
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New Teterboro Approach Gives Improved Traffic Separation

Teterboro Airport’s new GPS X approach is expected to reduce some arrival delays.

FAA Proposes Hefty Penalty Against Hawaiian Airlines

Airline accused of operating Boeing 767 on more than 5,000 flights in an unairworthy condition.

IATA Encouraged by Safety Improvement in Africa

IATA director general Tony Tyler says there is still plenty of safety work yet to be done in Africa.

FAA Issues Bulletin on Ground Vehicle/Aircraft Collisions

Recent airport ground collisions has caused fatalities and significant aircraft damage.

NTSB Issues Update on New Mexico Helicopter Crash

Pilot says helicopter spun out of control.

ICAO Announces Meeting on Global Airline Tracking

ICAO wants members states to consider new methods of tracking airplanes in oceanic regions.

Safety Standdown to Take Place at NTSB Training Center

Washington-area safety day will feature former NTSB official Greg Feith.

Two Aboard Australian Helicopter Injured in Crash

Two people aboard Australian helicopter escape with minor injuries.

Embry-Riddle Worldwide To Host UAS Workshop

Experienced UAS faculty members will conduct workshop.