Flight Deck, In-depth Feature, Runway Safety
‘It’s Not Rotating’
The parking brake had not been released, and the Citation overran the relatively short runway…
Industry Updates
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Panel Sees Threats to Safety in U.S. Airspace System
The group’s report says inadequate funding has affected staffing, facilities and equipment.
‘Clear Signs of Strain’
NTSB head urges action to address the increase in runway incursions.
Accident Investigation, In-depth Feature, Maintenance Matters, Runway Safety
‘Absolutely Nothing Happened’
Jammed elevators stopped the MD-87 from rotating for takeoff, leading to a fiery runway overrun,…
More Funds to Guard Against Runway Incursions
New round of funding is in addition to millions already spent on reconfiguring taxiways and…
FSF in the News, Runway Safety
Foundation President and CEO Hassan Shahidi on Runway Safety
Foundation President and CEO Dr. Hassan Shahidi discusses runway safety with KNX radio.
Accident/Incident Investigation, Human Factors, News, Runway Safety
Out of Line
A 757 crew focused on their descent, disregarding visual cues that they were heading for…
‘In His Mind … Cleared for Takeoff’
The NTSB says a February runway incursion began when a charter flight took off without…
News, Runway Safety, Safety Recommendation
Taking a Minute
The Dutch Safety Board says aircraft should be stationary when pilots are performing recalculations following…
ATC/ATM, conflict zones, News, Runway Safety
Safety News
ICAO has urged a new effort to win wider approval of the Safer Skies Initiative.