Airport Ops, Flight Ops, Maintenance Matters, News
The AAIB blames insects’ frenzied nest-building for blocking airliners’ pitot/static systems at Heathrow in mid-2021 and warns that the problem is likely to recur.
A pandemic-related surge in bee and wasp nest-building activity was responsible for at least eight abnormal pitot/static system events, including two rejected takeoffs, involving commercial airliners at London’s Heathrow Airport in mid-2021, the U.K. Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) says.
Aviation Research, Flight Ops, News
Researchers say their system can eliminate misinterpretation and overcome weak transmissions.
Passenger briefings should emphasize the need to leave behind all carry-on items, the agency says.
Flight Deck, Managing Editor’s Notebook
Opinion: Respectful listening is a key ingredient in building a just and resilient culture.
