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Ural Airlines A321 Crash Lands in Russian Cornfield

The crew of the crippled Airbus narrowbody wins praise from authorities for their ‘swift and resolute actions.’

August 15, 2019

Accidents: August 2019

Preliminary and final reports

Witness: AW139 Was Spinning before Bahamas Fatal Crash

The NTSB has issued its preliminary report into the July 4 fatal AW139 crash in the Bahamas that killed seven.

AINsight: A Review of King Air Takeoff Accidents

A review of past King Air takeoff accidents reveals that pilot error, not aircraft issues, were at the root of these mishaps.

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Pilot Arrested for DUI after Crashing Citation

The sole-occupant pilot was subsequently arrested on one count of driving under the influence after crashing a Citation 550 at Nevada’s Mesquite Airport.

Boeing to Take $4.9 Billion Hit in Q2 Due to Max Grounding

The U.S. manufacturer suffers a $5.6 billion reduction in revenue and $1.7 billion cost increase in the second quarter.

MH17 Probe Continues, Russia Calls For 'Impartial Analysis'

Russia calls the MH17 investigation a “tool in a dirty political game.”

Boeing Pledges $50 Million in Near-Term Relief to Crash Families

The U.S. manufacturer hires Kenneth Feinberg and Camille Biros to administer funds to relatives of victims of 737 Max crashes.

Cell Phone, Meds Factor in NM CFIT Helo Crashes

The NTSB has issued final reports in a pair of controlled flight into terrain helicopter crashes in New Mexico

Unable To Divert, Citation Suffers Severe Turbulence

A caregiver suffered broken bones after the aircraft she was riding on encountered several intervals of severe turbulence.

NTSB: Crew Noted Engine Problem Before King Air Crash

The report hints at possible problems with the aircraft's left engine on takeoff.

NTSB Issues Preliminary Report in Hawaii King Air Crash

Two solo jumpers joined the flight just before takeoff.

Helo Safety Team: Act Now To Check Fatal Accidents

USHST calls on helicopter operators to adhere to best safety practices as fatal accidents jump.

Bahamas AW139 Crash Kills Seven

Billionaire Chris Cline and flight school operator Geoff Painter are among those killed during a night flight of AW139.

Conditions Ripe for Runway Excursions in India

Safety experts warn of substandard pilot training and poor runway conditions on the subcontinent.

Boeing Pledges $100 Million for Families of Max Crash Victims

The U.S. airframer agrees to work with local governments and NGOs to administer the funds for families of 737 Max victims.

U.S. Bizav Accident Fatalities Skyrocket in 1H19

According to preliminary statistics, 19 people died in four business jet crashes and 28 lost their lives in five turboprop crashes during the first half.

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Preliminary and final reports

Another AW109 Crashes in Bad Weather

An EMS-configured AW109 crashed early this morning at Brainerd, Minnesota in heavy fog.

King Air Crash in Texas Claims 10

The King Air 350i crashed into a hangar on take off from Dallas Addison Airport, killing its eight passengers and two crew members.

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