In-depth Feature, Maintenance Matters
A Shortage of Maintainers
The aviation industry suffers from a mechanic shortage, and there seems to be no quick…
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Cabin Safety, Maintenance Matters, News
Safety News
‘There’s absolutely no excuse for unruly behavior.’
Accident Investigation, Maintenance Matters, News
‘A Slip of Attention’
Unsecured cowling fasteners touched off a chain of events that led to loss of control…
Accident Investigation, Maintenance Matters, News
Missing Ring
A missing lock ring allowed a clamp nut to unthread, resulting in the fatal crash…
Accident Investigation, In-depth Feature, Maintenance Matters, Runway Safety
‘Absolutely Nothing Happened’
Jammed elevators stopped the MD-87 from rotating for takeoff, leading to a fiery runway overrun,…
Accident Investigation, Helicopter Safety, Maintenance Matters, News
Installation Error
The NTSB cited a mechanic’s likely failure to correctly install attaching hardware as the probable…
Accident/Incident Investigation, Maintenance Matters, News
Forgotten Switch
A technician’s failure to turn off a switch meant a 737 failed to properly pressurize,…
Accident/Incident Investigation, Maintenance Matters, News
Leaky Plumbing
Water leaking from a Boeing 767’s lavatories led to a buildup of ice on aileron…
Meltdown
Pitot covers melted during a ground run with pitot heat on, leaving residue on a…
Dangerous Goods, Flight Ops, Maintenance Matters, News
Safety News
ICAO has modified its instructions for carrying small lithium battery–powered devices in airplanes.