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Reuters • David Shepardson

NTSB Calls for Permanent Helicopter Restrictions Near DCA After Fatal Collision

The NTSB has urged the FAA to permanently ban helicopter operations near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport when specific runways are in use, following a deadly midair collision in January that killed 67 people. The recommendation highlights significant safety concerns and past close call incidents.

2025-03-11T11:23:06.167401-07:00

Associated Press

Mississippi Medical Helicopter Crash Claims 3 Lives, FAA Investigation Initiated

2025-03-10T14:53:55.315507-07:00

Aviation Source

Bomb Threat Diverts Air India Flight; Returns Safely to Mumbai

2025-03-10T01:23:48.609432-07:00

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

Air India's Return to Chicago: Lavatories Blocked by Flushed Clothes

2025-03-10T13:39:24.016965-07:00

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NTSB Calls for Permanent Helicopter Restrictions Near DCA After Fatal Collision The NTSB has urged the FAA to permanently ban helicopter operations near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport when specific runways are in use, following a deadly midair collision in January that killed 67 people. The recommendation highlights significant safety concerns and past close call incidents.

2025-03-11T11:23:06.167401-07:00

NTSB Calls for Permanent Helicopter Restrictions Near DCA After Fatal Collision

Janes

RoKAF KF-16s Back in Service After Accidental Bombing Incident The Republic of Korea Air Force has resumed operations of its KF-16 fleet following a temporary grounding due to an inadvertent bombing of civilian areas. The incident raised concerns over operational protocols, prompting immediate review and adjustments to safeguard future exercises.

2025-03-11T04:29:10.390599-07:00

RoKAF KF-16s Back in Service After Accidental Bombing Incident

Australian Aviation

Qantas Incident Highlights Single-Pilot Flight Risks: AIPA Cautions A medical emergency involving a pilot aboard Qantas flight QF505 from Brisbane to Sydney underscores the potential risks linked to single-pilot operations, as noted by the Australian and International Pilots Association (AIPA). The aircraft safely landed in Sydney following a priority landing request.

2025-03-10T21:17:05.622002-07:00

Qantas Incident Highlights Single-Pilot Flight Risks: AIPA Cautions

fox5vegas.com

Helicopter Collision at North Las Vegas Airport A helicopter collided with a vehicle during landing at North Las Vegas Airport on Sunday night, as reported by the FAA. The incident highlights ongoing safety challenges at domestic airports, with investigation efforts under way to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences.

2025-03-10T18:59:19.347277-07:00

Helicopter Collision at North Las Vegas Airport

Associated Press

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Mississippi Medical Helicopter Crash Claims 3 Lives, FAA Investigation Initiated A Eurocopter EC-135 medical helicopter crashed in Madison County, Mississippi, killing a pilot and two hospital workers. The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident, which occurred near Natchez Trace on Monday afternoon. No patients were on board at the time of the crash.

2025-03-10T14:53:55.315507-07:00

Mississippi Medical Helicopter Crash Claims 3 Lives, FAA Investigation Initiated

Paddle Your Own Kanoo

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Air India's Return to Chicago: Lavatories Blocked by Flushed Clothes Air India flight AI126 from Chicago to Delhi was forced to return after significant lavatory blockages caused by passengers flushing clothes, rags, and polythene bags. The incident, involving a Boeing 777-300ER, highlights the importance of passenger awareness in preventing in-flight disruptions.

2025-03-10T13:39:24.016965-07:00

Air India's Return to Chicago: Lavatories Blocked by Flushed Clothes

Aviation Week

FAA Enhances Runway Safety After Honolulu Incident A January 2023 runway incursion at HNL involving a United Airlines 777 and a Kamaka Air Cessna 208 prompted the FAA to implement new safety measures. The incident underscored the need for tactical improvements in runway safety protocols.

2025-03-10T13:03:33.012802-07:00

FAA Enhances Runway Safety After Honolulu Incident

Aviation Source

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Bomb Threat Diverts Air India Flight; Returns Safely to Mumbai An Air India Boeing 777 with over 320 onboard, en route to New York, returned to Mumbai due to a mid-flight bomb threat. Following safety protocols, the aircraft landed safely, and passengers will resume their journey on March 11 after thorough security checks.

2025-03-10T01:23:48.609432-07:00

Bomb Threat Diverts Air India Flight; Returns Safely to Mumbai

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