FAA SAFETY PROCEDURES
FAA plans to review 737 MAX engine issue after bird strike incidents
The FAA will soon review the safety of Boeing 737 MAX engines. This follows two incidents where bird strikes caused smoke in the cockpit of Southwest Airlines planes. The FAA is working with Boeing, engine maker CFM, and European regulators. The FAA may issue new guidelines for pilots. Boeing is also working on a permanent solution.
DGCA issues safety guidance for Boeing 737s
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued an advisory for operators of Boeing 737s equipped with Collins Aerospace SVO-730 rudder rollout guidance actuators due to safety concerns regarding potential jammed or restricted rudder control systems. This follows a recent US NTSB Aviation Investigation Report highlighting these issues.
US Senate committee faults Boeing safety practices, FAA oversight
A U.S. Senate panel has criticized Boeing's safety culture and the Federal Aviation Administration's oversight, citing ongoing issues with quality practices and employee training. The panel revealed that Boeing workers feel pressured to prioritize production speed over quality, raising concerns about the effectiveness of FAA's regulatory measures.
Flying windows, fatal turbulence: Is flying in planes safe right now? Here is how to understand disruptions
Air travel disruptions, from minor mechanical issues to severe incidents, often cause anxiety but are rarely dangerous. Aviation experts stress that these problems are usually manageable due to rigorous safety protocols and backup systems, ensuring that flying remains one of the safest modes of transportation despite occasional alarming events.
Boeing set to deliver plan to regulators on upgrading safety
A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board published in February found that four bolts securing the panel that blew off were missing. "Boeing must commit to real and profound improvements," FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker said on February 28.
US FAA to scrutinize United safety practices after Boeing issues
The US aviation authority will scrutinize safety procedures at United Airlines after a spate of incidents on its Boeing-made planes, according to a letter sent to company employees. The US Federal Aviation Administration is now set to take a closer look at the airline's safety procedures, United'on Friday.
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FBI tells Alaska Airlines 737 MAX 9 passengers they may be crime victims
The letters, dated Tuesday, say the FBI has identified the passengers "as a possible victim of a crime. This case is currently under investigation by the FBI. ...A criminal investigation can be a lengthy undertaking, and, for several reasons, we cannot tell you about its progress at this time."
FAA audit of Boeing's 737 Max production found dozens of issues
The air-safety regulator initiated the examination after a door panel blew off a 737 Max 9 during an Alaska Airlines flight in early January. Last week, the agency announced that the audit had found "multiple instances" in which Boeing and the supplier, Spirit AeroSystems, failed to comply with quality-control requirements, though it did not provide specifics about the findings.
Boeing staff confused on safety reporting: US study
After fatal plane crashes, Boeing employees are confused and distrustful of changes to safety reporting systems. There is a disconnect between senior management and employees, with skepticism about safety complaints resulting in retaliation. The report offers recommendations to standardize safety training and enhance transparency.
Boeing removes head of 737 MAX programme amid safety concerns
Boeing removed the head of its troubled 737 MAX programme amid scrutiny around production and safety measures following a mid-air blowout. The company also reshuffled its leadership team at the Commercial Airplanes division. Katie Ringgold replaces Ed Clark as vice president and general manager. CEO Dave Calhoun plans to meet with US Federal Aviation Authority Administrator Mike Whitaker.
Boeing flags potential delays after supplier finds another problem with some 737 fuselages
Boeing reported a problem with fuselages on its 737 jets that might delay deliveries of about 50 aircraft. The issue involves misdrilled holes in the fuselages, discovered by an employee at supplier Spirit AeroSystems. Although not a safety concern, rework will be required on the undelivered planes.
FAA approves inspection process that could clear the way for grounded Boeing planes to fly again
A panel called a door plug blew off an Alaska Max 9 as it flew five kilometers above Oregon on January 5. The blowout left a hole in the side of the plane, but pilots were able to return to Portland and land safely. The FAA grounded most Max 9s the next day. Alaska and United Airlines - the only U.S. carriers with Max 9s - have canceled hundreds of flights since then, and United said this week that it will lose money in the first three months of this year because of the grounding.
US authorities say more Boeing 737 planes should get checks after MAX 9 incident
The FAA on Jan. 6 grounded 171 Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes following the mid-air cabin blowout of a door plug on an eight-week old Alaska Airlines jet. The FAA said the Boeing 737-900ER is not part of the newer MAX fleet but has the same door plug design.
US officials say 40 Boeing jets have been inspected as investigations continue into midair blowout
Federal officials briefed a congressional committee on their investigations into a jetliner accident involving a Boeing plane. The Federal Aviation Administration will review inspections of Boeing 737 Max 9 jets and develop a maintenance process before allowing them to carry passengers again.
Alaska Airlines cancels flights on certain Boeing planes through Saturday for mandatory inspections
Alaska Airlines cancels Boeing 737 Max 9 flights after in-flight fuselage blowout. The grounding, prompted by a door plug incident, affects 110-150 daily flights. United Airlines, the only other US Max 9 operator, cancels 167 flights. FAA orders Boeing to revise inspection guidelines after Alaska and United find loose bolts and other issues. Boeing CEO acknowledges a "quality escape" and updates procedures. Kayak reports a three-fold increase in users filtering aircraft type after the incident. Boeing's Max, troubled since 2018 crashes, faces renewed safety concerns and public scrutiny.
Alaska Airlines jet had three pressurization warnings before emergency landing
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Saturday ordered the temporary grounding of 171 Boeing MAX 9 jets installed with the same panel after the Alaskan Airlines plane was forced to make an emergency landing with a gap in the fuselage.
International aircrafts¡¯ travel times set to come down as Afghan airspace to open up after 2 years
Since August 2021, flights between the western and eastern regions, including northern India, have taken longer routes to circumvent Afghanistan airspace. These diversions added approximately half an hour of flying time. The situation further escalated last summer when Russia's attack on Ukraine prompted additional airspace restrictions, leading to Western carriers avoiding Russian airspace altogether. With the recent reopening of Afghanistan's airspace for overflights, one section of the congested air route is finally relieved.
US aviation watchdog gives highest rating to India on air safety
A continuation of the highest standard will be a relief for Tata group which intends to increase Air India flights on the India-US routes.
DGCA asks airlines to prominently display pet carriage policy on their websites
Currently, at least two Indian carriers -- Air India and Akasa Air -- permit passengers to carry pets onboard. In SpiceJet, pets can be carried in cargo hold of domestic flights.
US Aviation Authority to audit DGCA again
In the last audit, they had given some findings on procedures. "All those findings have been worked upon and the FAA would come for an audit again," said a government official, who did not want to be identified.
U.S. FAA issues impact notices on 5G wireless aviation
The FAA has been in talks with airplane makers, airlines and wireless carriers to reduce the impact of new wireless service set to begin on January 19.
US team to visit India to audit aviation safety mechanism
FAA has decided to start a fresh audit of safety standards from Dec 8 & will review work done by its Indian counterpart, DGCA to resolve the problems.
US FAA team to visit India to audit aviation safety mechanism
FAA's Category-II rating put India in a group of 16 such countries, including Bangladesh, Ghana, Indonesia, the Philippines and Nicaragua.
FAA team likely to visit India soon to review measures by DGCA
Nine months after downgrading DGCA in the aviation safety rankings, a FAA team is likely to visit India soon to review the corrective measures.
FAA team likely to visit India soon to review measures by DGCA
Regarding Air India's financial position, Raju said the state-run airline had shown "major improvements" in its load factors and yields.
DGCA surprise checks reveal leading airlines violating safety procedures
The safety check found serious violations, including leakage of fuel all along the belly of the fuselage, hydraulic fuel leak in the wheel area.
Aviation safety: FAA team to visit India
A Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) team would soon visit India to review the steps taken by DGCA to address the deficiencies.
Why US' downgrade of India's safety rating threatens to send aviation sector into a tailspin
FAA, which audited DGCA last year, concluded that the deficit of officers hobbled its efforts to oversee airlines in accordance with standards.
New, more rigorous screening rules await new carriers before receiving flying permit
New carriers in India such as the local units of AirAsia and Singapore Airlines will now have to undergo a new, more rigorous screening procedure.
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