Content Archive: May 2014
Jeppesen To Support AOPA’s Educational Efforts
Jeppesen will support and participate in AOPA Foundation Air Safety Institute seminars and AOPA Fly-Ins.
Regulations and Government
Aviation Groups Back Senate Aviation Security Bills
One bill would streamline the TSA’s acquisition process and the other would establish an Aviation Security Advisory Committee.
Regulations and Government
FAA OKs Second UAS Site in U.S.
University of Alaska can now use a small UAS for animal surveys at its test range in Fairbanks.
Regulations and Government
Court Rules That Part 91 Operators Can Apply “Age 65 Rule” to Their Pilots
The EEOC sued ExxonMobil, alleging that the company discriminated against pilots when it forced them to retire at age 60.
EASA Proposes New Rules for Flight Recorders, Beacons
The proposed changes are expected to increase safety by facilitating the recovery of information by safety investigation authorities.
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.
