2023 FSF Press Releases, Runway Safety
Foundation Calls for Global, Coordinated Action on Runway Incursions
GAPPRI is a roadmap for addressing risk and instilling resilience.
Industry Updates
News, Lithium Batteries, Safety Regulation
A4A, IATA Want DOT to Issue Hazmat Safety Rule Blocked by White House Freeze
The new rule would amend U.S. hazardous materials regulations to maintain consistency with international standards.
FAA Safety Chief Peggy Gilligan to Retire
Margaret “Peggy” Gilligan, associate administrator for aviation safety at the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, is…
Study Points to Medical Issues for Older GA Pilots
Medical factors may contribute to fatal accidents for older pilots.
Study: Opinions on Safety Performance Differ Within Companies
CEOs have more confidence than do safety managers.
News, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Safety Regulation
FAA Settles Drone Enforcement Cases for $200,000
Agency originally had proposed $1.9 million civil penalty
Underwater Search for MH370 Suspended
The airplane disappeared March 8, 2014, en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing with 239…
NTSB Warns of Wiring Issues on Piper PA-31T Cheyenne
NTSB is concerned the unsafe wiring could lead to arcing and may cause fires.
News, Fitness for Duty, Aviation Medicine, Safety Regulation
FAA to Ease Some Medical Certification Requirements for GA Pilots
The “BasicMed rule” is scheduled to take effect May 1.
News, Fitness for Duty, Safety Standards
Canada’s Transport Minister Tells Airlines to Review Pilot Fitness for Duty Protocols
Call for procedures review comes after allegedly drunk pilot arrested before flight.