Surprising threat to safety: US military GPS tests Safety January 22, 2021 (IEEE Spectrum) - The US military is jamming GPS signals to develop its defenses against GPS jamming. Ironically, the efforts to safeguard its troops.... Read More
EASA SIB: rotorcraft cargo hook installations – impact on sling-load operations Safety January 22, 2021 EASA safety information bulletin (SIB) 2021-02: Rotorcraft provide a vital role in bringing heavy loads swiftly to locations that would be otherwise hard to access.... Read More
High-tech litter tagline replacement makes air rescue safer Safety January 22, 2021 (Popular Science) - The traditional method for stabilizing a litter or basket as a helicopter lowers it to the ground is through a tagline, which.... Read More
EASA publishes European Plan for Aviation Safety 2021-2025 Safety January 19, 2021 The European Union Aviation Safety Agency published the 10th edition of the European Plan for Aviation Safety covering 2021-2025. Read More
New Mexico air traffic controller saves CV-22 crew, aircraft Safety January 19, 2021 (Kirtland AFB) - An air traffic controller at Kirtland Air Force Base/Albuquerque International Sunport (KABQ) saved the lives of six US Air Force.... Read More
New safety data tool available on FAA website Safety January 15, 2021 FAA makes it easier to research aviation safety guidance material from Office of Aviation Safety. Read More
California court issues criminal conviction for unsafe drone operation Safety January 15, 2021 (NBC News) - A California man was convicted of a misdemeanor crime after his drone crashed into a police helicopter, prompting an emergency landing. Read More
2021 safety alerts for operators (SAFO) Safety January 13, 2021 SAFO 21001: The improper maintenance and/or installation of F&M Enterprises and Stratus Tool Technologies oil filter adapters. Read More
EASA EHEST Leaflet HE 3: helicopter off airfield landing sites operations Safety January 12, 2021 This EASA European Helicopter Safety Team (EHEST) leaflet covers the main topics related to off-field landing site operations. Read More
US NTSB calls for better monitoring of flight instructors Safety January 11, 2021 (ntsb.gov) - The US National Transportation Safety Board issued a safety recommendation urging the FAA to better monitor flight instructor effectiveness. Read More