All Ops & safety articles – Page 373
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NewsTiger spin-off grounded over multiple safety worries
Two low-approach incidents in three weeks sparked a dramatic decision to ground budget carrier Tiger Airways Australia, whose operations remain suspended until at least 1 August.
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NewsEU ETS prompts trade war fears
German Member of European Parliament Holger Krahmer is calling for a moratorium on the inclusion of aviation in the European Union's emissions trading scheme (ETS), and has warned that it could lead to Europe becoming the victim of an international "trade war".
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NewsVIDEO: Angara An-24 ditches after engine fire
At least five occupants of a Russian-operated Antonov An-24 have been killed after it ditched on water during a domestic flight.
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Discrepancy in descent guidelines for Tiger A320 landing incident: ATSB
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has, in a preliminary report, found that a discrepancy between descent guidelines led to a Tiger Airways Airbus...
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CASA investigates Jetstar maintenance lapses
Australia's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is investigating low-cost carrier Jetstar after the airline did not carry out certain maintenance procedures...
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NewsAustralian court to hear Tiger case on 22 July
Australia's Federal Court has set 22 July for a directions hearing into an application by the country's Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to extend...
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Gol acknowledges talks with WebJet
Brazilian low-cost carrier Gol has confirmed it is holding discussions with fellow LCC WebJet regarding a potential acquisition.
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FAA levies fines on FedEx and ERA Helicopters
The US FAA seeks to fine FedEx and ERA Helicopters a combined $884,049 for violating federal regulations.
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Crashed Congolese aircraft said to be Hewa Bora 727
Reports from the Democratic Republic of Congo indicate that a large transport aircraft which crashed at Kisangani airport is a Boeing 727 operated by Hewa...
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Bullet strike grounds Cargolux 747-400F
Cargolux has grounded a Boeing 747-400 freighter which was struck by small-arms fire, resulting in a bullet hole in the fuselage.
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FAA names Grizzle head of its Air Traffic Organisation
The US FAA has named its chief counsel David Grizzle as the new chief operating officer of its Air Traffic Organisation (ATO).
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McCall hints at change in focus for EasyJet
EasyJet chief executive Carolyn McCall has revealed the carrier's ambition to become "Europe's preferred short-haul airline" during the next 10 years. Her...
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Japan grounds F-15J fleet after crash
A 5 July crash has prompted the Japan Air Self-Defence Force to temporarily ground its F-15J fighters ...
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NewsAirlines warned of potential threat from implanted bombs
US security officials have issued a warning to airlines of enhanced security procedures amid widespread reports suggesting that aircraft could be targeted...
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Tiger Airways Australia
Grounded Tiger Airways Australia is "optimistic" that it will resume services, following an application by Australian regulators to extend a suspension on...
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UK CAA to investigate Heathrow charge structure
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched a formal investigation into the charging regime at London Heathrow Airport, following a complaint in January...
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Embattled Tiger Airways Australia's chief to step down
Tiger Airways Australia's chief executive, Crawford Rix, is to leave the carrier at the end of this month, in the wake of the safety crisis which grounded...
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Dubai International gets nod for further growth
Dubai's aviation growth has taken another step forward with the go-ahead for plans to boost Dubai International Airport's capacity to 90 million passengers...
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CASA to keep Tiger Airways Australia grounded until August
Australia's civil aviation regulator aims to keep Tiger Airways Australia grounded at least until the beginning of August. The Civil Aviation Safety...