Leave It Behind
Pre-flight safety briefings should include instructions for passengers to leave behind their carry-ons in the event of an emergency evacuation.
Industry Updates
James A. “Jay” Donoghue
The Foundation’s former director of publications, an award-winning journalist, died July 31.
NTSB Says Weather Forecasters Need Better Training on Turbulence
Low-level turbulence a particular concern.
News, Accident/Incident Investigation
Landsberg Appointed NTSB Vice Chairman
Bruce Landsberg, a well-known general aviation safety advocate and past president of the Aircraft Owners…
News, Flight Deck, Safety Recommendation
CASA Tells Airlines to Decide Future of “Two in the Cockpit” Practice
Intentional Germanwings crash had prompted the requirement.
News, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Safety Research
U.K. Citizens Favor Increased Drone Regulation, CAA Says
Drone users also agree that regulations should be increased, survey finds.
Boeing Named Host Sponsor of IASS 2018 in Seattle
Long-time Benefactor member will host the 71st annual safety summit Nov. 12–14.
News, Airport Ops, Winter/Challenging Ops
EASA Urges Increased Attention to Deicing
Citing several recent incidents of improper ground deicing of aircraft later involved in incidents, the…
U.S. Airports to Receive $771 Million in Grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation says it plans to award $771 million in airport infrastructure…
News, Accident/Incident Investigation
U.S. Senate Confirms Two New NTSB Members
The U.S. Senate this week confirmed the nominations of Bruce Landsberg and Jennifer L. Homendy…
Demand for Pilots at Historic High, Boeing Says
Worldwide demand for pilots is expected to reach an unprecedented high over the next 20…