Cockpit voice recorders in the U.S. start rerecording every two hours, a limit that the National Transportation Safety Board says should be extended to 25 hours.
Category: Pilots
-
F.A.A. Orders Airlines to Ground Some Boeing 737 Max 9 Jets After Midair Emergency
An Alaska Airlines plane made an emergency landing at the Portland, Ore., airport on Friday after losing a chunk of its body, terrifying passengers.
-
Deadly Plane Crash in Nepal Caused by Pilot Error, Report Finds
One pilot changed the propeller angle instead of that of the wing flaps while trying to land a Yeti Airlines plane in January, a report said.
-
Southwest Airlines Reaches Deal With Pilots Union
The new contract would provide raises and better benefits, following similar deals at other big airlines.
-
The Invisible War in Ukraine Being Fought Over Radio Waves
Using electromagnetic waves to flummox and follow smarter weapons has become a critical part of the cat-and-mouse game between Ukraine and Russia. The United States, China and others have taken note.
-
The Invisible War in Ukraine Being Fought Over Radio Waves
Using electromagnetic waves to flummox and follow smarter weapons has become a critical part of the cat-and-mouse game between Ukraine and Russia. The United States, China and others have taken note.
-
Air Force Receives Its First Electric Air Taxi
Joby Aviation delivered the aircraft, which can carry a pilot and four passengers, to Edwards Air Force Base in California for testing.
-
American Airlines Pilots Ratify Contract, Offering Big Raises
Strong demand for air travel and a pilot shortage have strengthened the ability of unions across the industry to win gains in pay and benefits.
-
Pilot Dies After Medical Emergency on Flight From Miami to Chile
The pilot, part of a three-member crew, died after the Latam Airlines flight made an emergency landing in Panama on Monday, the airline said.
-
Airlines Are Thriving as People Keep Traveling
Three large U.S. airlines have reported strong quarterly sales and profits in recent days because of strong demand, high fares and relatively low fuel prices.
-
Air Taxis, Hyped for Years, May Finally Arrive by 2028
Federal regulators released a plan that would allow a new generation of small aircraft to transport people short distances.