Rudder Malfunction Suspected In Fatal Cessna 310 Crash
Preliminary findings indicate the aircraft was only able to make left turns before crashing shortly after takeoff.
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DOT Unveils Plans To Overhaul Air Traffic Control System
The Department of Transportation announced a major overhaul of the nation’s air traffic control system, aiming to modernize aging infrastructure, enhance safety and reduce delays.
ATC Plan To Be Unveiled Thursday
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy says it will “radically transform” the system.
United Urges FAA To Require Slots At Newark
Most flights in and out of Newark Liberty Airport were delayed or canceled on Sunday.
Politicians Call For End To Unnecessary DCA Black Hawk Flights
Black Hawk activity prompts go-arounds; politicians want more restrictions at DCA.
Loose Screw May Have Led To Rob Holland Crash
A modification of Holland’s aircraft may have played a role in his fatal April 24 crash.
DOT Unveils New Incentives To Boost ATC Workforce
The U.S. Department of Transportation unleashed new incentives to strengthen the air traffic controller workforce.
Failure To Deice Cited In Fatal Phenom 300 Crash
Failure to deice in freezing conditions led to a fatal Phenom 300 crash shortly after takeoff, the NTSB said.
FAA Mandates 100LL Availability For Airport Improvement Program
The FAA is proposing updates to its Airport Improvement Program grant assurances, including a new requirement that federally funded airports continue offering 100LL fuel.
Cub Cuts Line Of Ski Racers
Incident occurred in the high alpine on Monte Rosa during a famous skimo backcountry ski race.
