Content Archive: June 2014

787 ELT Fire Caused by Improper Battery Wiring

AAIB develops five safety recommendations for the FAA focused on lithium battery technology.
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ATC

Sweden's Transport Agency Approves 'Remote Tower' Ops

The remote tower concept combines the ATC functions of small airports at one centrally located facility.
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NTSB Will Hold Meeting on Asiana 214

Safety Board Meeting will detail the probable cause of the July 2013 crash.

Westwind Accident in Huntsville Claims Three Lives

Westwind gained little altitude before rolling into the ground.

French Air Traffic Controllers To Strike

French ATC strike will run from June 24 to June 29.

GIV Pilot Offers Control Lock Operating Suggestions

GIV operators are reminded to adhere to operating procedures on gust lock activation.

FAA Updates In-Flight Fire Advisory Circular

FAA wants to be certain crews understand their roles and onboard equipment.

North Sea Offshore Helo Pax To Get Improved EBS in July

Training with new emergency breathing systems is to start shortly, and a study of body size and shape study is under way to make egress safer.
Aircraft

A350 XWB MSN005 Takes Flight

Airbus has now flown its full complement of flight test aircraft.
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Colorado Aviation Groups Seek Signatures for Aviation License Plate Project

Project is designed to help raise awareness of the importance of aviation and the economic impact it has in the state.