Runway Safety (approach and landing), Causal Factors
‘Something Was Not Right’
After near-disaster at SFO, the NTSB recommends action to aid in correctly identifying intended landing runways.
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Communication Problems
The role of the native English speaker in aeronautical radiotelephonic interactions
Controlled Rest
Brief naps in controlled situations on the flight deck can be beneficial to managing fatigue, new report says.
A Boost for CVRs
The NTSB says recording capacity should be extended to 25 hours, up from the current 2-hour requirement.
Implementing Mitigations
One message that came through loud and clear during the Foundation’s 71st annual International Air…
Intersection Takeoff Leaves No Margins
Less than 300 ft of runway remained when the 777 lifted off at London Heathrow.
A Message from the President
Dr. Hassan Shahidi Named New FSF President and CEO
Flight Safety Foundation announced Nov. 12 that Dr. Hassan Shahidi, a long-time senior executive at…
Safety News | November 2018
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Surge in Major Accidents
Data show the number of fatalities in 2018’s major accidents swelled to 374, compared with…
Aviation Safety Events | November 2018
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