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Senate-approved bills aim to ease burden on pilots amid mental health ‘stigma’

Culture of silence and fears of exclusion means aviation workers less likely to seek help for mental health issues

The Guardian - US · 6h ago

Six missing as Boston-bound medical jet disappears off Nantucket after sudden descent: Here’s what we know

A Gulfstream G100 medical evacuation aircraft vanished shortly after departing from Bermuda, carrying six individuals headed for Boston. The U.S. Coast Guard promptly launched a search operation following the moment contact with the plane was lost. Preliminary reports suggest the aircraft descended significantly before disappearing from radar, while authorities are…

The Economic Times · Oct 3

US FAA says Boeing 737 MAX software glitch poses no safety issue

The Federal Aviation Administration confirmed that Boeing can proceed with the certification of the 737 MAX 10. A recent panel determined that the software issue does not pose safety concerns for the aircraft. This decision allows for a potential certification of the MAX 10 later this month. Airlines using the…

The Economic Times · Oct 3

Windshield Shatters Mid-Air: United flight makes emergency return; FAA opens probe

A United Airlines flight carrying 72 people was forced to abort its journey and return to Houston on Sunday when the cockpit windshield shattered shortly after takeoff, scattering glass inside the cockpit.

The Times of India · Sep 29

SpaceX's Starship Finally Reaches Orbit — Here's Why the Mission Got Cut Short

SpaceX's Starship completed its first full orbit on Flight 14, deploying 26 satellites before an engine issue cut the mission short.

Latin Times · Sep 28

Why do some US airport runways have grooves cut across the pavement? They help stop aircraft tires from hydroplaning when the runway is wet

Grooved runways play an essential role in minimizing hydroplaning by allowing rainwater to drain effectively during aircraft landings. The Federal Aviation Administration establishes detailed specifications for these grooves to promote aviation safety. Cut into both new and old pavements, these grooves ensure safer operations in wet weather. While not all…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Boeing finds software glitch that may disable landing guidance on 737 MAX jets

Boeing also faced renewed scrutiny in January 2024 after a door plug blew out of an almost-new 737 MAX 9 operated by Alaska Airlines during a flight. The latest software issue does not mean that the aircraft is unsafe to fly. Regulators and the company are still examining the problem…

The Times of India · Sep 27

Boeing flags 737 MAX software glitch affecting landing navigation feature, WSJ reports

Boeing has identified a software glitch affecting the 737 MAX's automated navigation during landing scenarios. After a software update, pilots may experience reduced access to automated flight guidance. The Federal Aviation Administration acknowledges this issue and is closely working with Boeing and the airlines. Southwest Airlines and United Airlines have…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

Lowe's Wants To Deliver Missing DIY Supplies In 20 Minutes. It's Sending Them By Drone.

The launch adds Lowe's to a growing group of major retailers using drones to shorten delivery times for small, urgent orders.

International Business Times · Sep 24

FAA says Trump arch with signal flame got no special treatment in review

The US Federal Aviation Administration said there was no political interference in its safety review of President Donald Trump’s proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Reagan Washington National Airport. FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford said the project underwent the same obstruction assessment as other developments, despite concerns over its proximity to flight…

The Economic Times · Sep 24