
An international team of aviation safety experts today recommended a multi-pronged effort to prevent runway excursions, which in recent years have accounted for nearly one-quarter of all accidents worldwide.
In-depth Feature, Runway Safety
An international team of aviation professionals offers nearly 100 recommendations aimed at preventing overruns and veer-offs.
by Linda Werfelman | January 12, 2021
An international team of aviation safety experts today recommended a multi-pronged effort to prevent runway excursions, which in recent years have accounted for nearly one-quarter of all accidents worldwide.
Accident Investigation, Maintenance Matters, News
The NTSB cites a wiring problem and malfunctioning antiskid system in a Saab SA-2000’s runway overrun, which killed one passenger.
by Linda Werfelman
Accident/Incident Investigation, News, Runway Safety
A Fokker 100 overran the landing runway after the crew grappled with wind shear, a contaminated runway and decreased braking action.
by Linda Werfelman
Accident Investigation, News, Runway Safety
The ‘close to … flooded’ condition of the runway was the primary factor in the 737’s overrun, the NTSB says.
by Linda Werfelman