Mixed Signals
Confusion over runway lights and a controller’s instruction led to a runway excursion.
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‘Surprised and Helpless’
The captain said that braking conditions unexpectedly became ‘very, very poor’ as the A320 neared…
‘Out of the Loop’
Fatigue, inadequate systems knowledge cited in business jet crash during go-around.
Airspeed Indications Diverge
Flight crew received no warning that a pitot probe heater had failed.
‘Totally Dark’
Heavy rainfall reduced visibility to zero during the final stage of a nonprecision approach.
Airspeed Fluctuations
Pitot icing suspected of causing incidents involving air data disruptions.
SMS: Up for Discussion
An interactive course probes the practical dimensions of safety management systems.
Slip of the Tongue
A trainee controller’s miscommunication placed two A319s in close proximity.
Frost Triggers Stall on Takeoff
Pilot had an ‘insufficient appreciation’ of the risks posed by ground icing.
Engine Fire on Night Takeoff
Fuel leak resulted from partial separation of a fuel flow transmitter.