Researchers examined differences in the time for small groups of airline pilots and test pilots to react to surprises in flight.
Airline pilots took nearly twice as long as test pilots to react to indications of unreliable airspeed, according to a small study of pilot responses to unexpected events.1
News, Runway Safety, Technology, uncrewed aircraft
The FAA is spending $100 million on projects to prevent runway incursions at 12 U.S. airports.
Accident Investigation, Helicopter Safety, News
The BK117 struck the surface of the Southern Ocean during a nighttime flight after its pilot mistook fog for higher clouds, the New Zealand TAIC says.
Dangerous Goods, Flight Ops, Maintenance Matters, News
ICAO has modified its instructions for carrying small lithium battery–powered devices in airplanes.
