Content Archive: September 2014

Avionics

Staying Connected in the Sky with Gogo Business Aviation

Staying Connected in the Sky with Gogo Business Aviation
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NTSB Data Shows Part 135 Accidents on the Rise

The Air Charter Safety Foundation has pointed out that the safety record of Part 135 operators varies considerably between sectors.

IHST Publishes New Safety Bulletins

IHST continues offering practical safety-focused guidance to helicopter operators.

FAA Approves UAS Exemptions for Movie Industry

Agency stopped just short of all-out approval of UAS operations.

Crash in Papua New Guinea Claims Four Lives

Charter aircraft departed from Woitape, north of Port Moresby.

New Research Will Study Pilot Qualifications

The research effort’s goal is to promote in pilots a true understanding of aviation knowledge, not simply rote memorization of facts.
ATC

Fire Shuts Chicago ATC Center for Four Days

FBI investigating fire after suspected arsonist was arrested at the scene.
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Qantas Takes Criticism for Pulling Life Rafts

Critics worry about potential water accidents with no life rafts on board.

Protean Wins Airbus Helicopter Safety Award

Airbus Helicopters honors landing zone database for safety contribution.