Debate flares over recent congressional FAA safety change
A recent congressional safety change requiring 1,500 hours of flying experience for co-pilots—the same previously required for pilots—has the aviation industry up in arms. The current co-pilot requirement is 250 hours. According to an ABC News article, the roles of co-pilots... (Continue reading)
FAA Proposes Stiff Penalties for Improper Flight Training
Oregon-based cargo carrier, Evergreen International Airlines, received notice of a $4.9 million civil penalty for improper pilot training. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposed the penalty on Friday, September 24, 2010, citing Evergreen’s failure to provide required familiarization flights for... (Continue reading)
Airbags in airplanes? Seat belt safety device gaining traction
A new federal regulation requiring airbags on some commercial planes means your next flight could be equipped with these safety devices. Read the full... (Continue reading)
Lithium Batteries A Threat To Airline Safety?
Lithium-Ion batteries are becoming a growing concern to airlines. When these batteries overheat they can catch fire or explode creating an issue when carried on board. The FAA shows that since March of 1991 these batteries have been involved in... (Continue reading)
Northwest Fails To Follow Federal Safety Orders
MSNBC.com reported that for more than ten years Northwest Airlines continually failed to follow federal safety orders. FAA managers at the safety office that oversees Northwest Airlines allowed the them to avoid fines by voluntarily disclosing failures… Read the full... (Continue reading)
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