NTSB Begins Investigation Into Fatal UPS MD-11 Crash
Agency confirms engine separation during takeoff and recovery of flight recorders as NTSB investigation into MD-11 crash begins.
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UPS Crash: Wednesday Updates
Updates from Wednesday morning on Tuesday’s UPS crash involving an MD-11 cargo jet in Louisville, Ky.
Indiana Funk Crash Kills Pilot
The vintage taildragger struck a tree after apparent failed landing attempts, officials say.
Participate in Purdue Survey on Electronic Conspicuity Technology for Aircraft
Purdue University’s Dr. Damon Lercel and Hailey Manuel invite pilots and aircraft owners to share views on electronic conspicuity technology and its role in airspace safety.
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NTSB Launches Investigation Into Close Call Involving Southwest Flight
The commercial flight was less than a half a mile laterally from a medical helicopter.
NTSB Warns: Learjet Landing Gear May Detach
Recommendation follows Scottsdale Learjet accident tied to maintenance misassembly.
NTSB: FO Twice Called for Go-Around Before Runway Overrun
Preliminary report details captain’s decision to continue approach in heavy rain at Roanoke despite go-around calls.
Two Killed in Colorado Crash
Investigators probing cause of light sport aircraft accident east of Erie Airport runway.
Alabama Pilot, Two Daughters Killed in Montana Crash
Twin-engine aircraft went down in remote Bob Marshall Wilderness, officials say.
747 Crash Kills Two
Investigators probe Hong Kong cargo plane crash after Boeing 747 veers off runway and breaks apart in sea.
