Lawmakers Call FAA to Action Over Ongoing DCA Safety Concerns
Legislators are calling for the Federal Aviation Administration to address “considerable concerns” over aircraft operation around DCA.
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Engine Fire Leads to Delta A330 Evacuation
The aircraft – registered as N807NW – was operating flight 1213 to Atlanta when a fire was reported while the jet was leaving the gate.
FAA Faces Another 737 MAX Audit
Probe comes after two different recommendations from Federal Aviation Administration branches on addressing LEAP-1B engine smoke.
Knife-Wielding American Killed During Hijacking Attempt
A U.S. citizen was shot dead by another passenger after trying to hijack a Tropic Air aircraft in Belize on Thursday morning.
NTSB Probing A321neo Hard Landing
An NTSB spokesperson told AirlineGeeks that the agency will investigate the incident, which occurred on Tuesday in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
FAA Investigating Possible Rabbit Strike
According to the FAA, nearly 21,000 wildlife strikes occurred in 2024, most of which involved birds. Four rabbit strikes were reported.
New Study Supports Beard Safety for Airline Pilots
A recent study has provided strong evidence that beards do not interfere with the effectiveness of oxygen masks for airline pilots.
‘Malicious’ Radio Transmissions Heard During Aircraft Emergency
While on approach, the controller warned the American crew of the unauthorized transmission, which had occurred roughly 15 minutes earlier.
NTSB Warns of Boeing Evacuation Slide Issues
The National Transportation Safety Board has issued new safety recommendations to Boeing and the Federal Aviation Administration regarding evacuation slides.
NTSB Investigating Close Call Near D.C. Airport
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating a near-miss between a Delta jet and Air Force aircraft near Reagan National Airport.
