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Singapore Airlines A350-900 (9V‑SHW) sustains tail strike during very‑low go‑around at Changi; lands safely on second attempt

On 24 January 2026 Singapore Airlines A350‑941 (registration 9V‑SHW), operating SQ917 from Manila, experienced a tail strike during a very‑low go‑around at Singapore Changi Airport. The crew carried out a second approach and landed safely; the aircraft remains parked for inspection.

2026-01-26T11:25:24.889612-08:00

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2026-01-26T14:34:26.491546-08:00

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What to watch as NTSB finalizes probable cause for D.C. midair collision

2026-01-26T12:15:22.486352-08:00

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Congress faces week-long deadline to avert second FAA shutdown after ICE turmoil

2026-01-26T10:43:44.871725-08:00

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USAF and Stanford to test AI cockpit assistant to reduce pilot workload in emergencies The U.S. Air Force has partnered with Stanford University to evaluate an AI cockpit assistant designed to reduce pilot workload in high‑stress scenarios, including in‑flight emergencies and aircraft system diagnostics, and to assess integration with crew workflows.

2026-01-26T15:36:19.335493-08:00

USAF and Stanford to test AI cockpit assistant to reduce pilot workload in emergencies

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FAA unveils sweeping reorganization to consolidate safety oversight and accelerate ATC modernization The FAA announced a sweeping reorganization that creates a consolidated Safety Oversight Office by merging functions from five units, and establishes three new offices for safety management, airspace modernization and advanced aviation technologies. It aims to boost efficiency and speed ATC modernization, including drone and eVTOL integration.

2026-01-26T14:34:26.491546-08:00

FAA unveils sweeping reorganization to consolidate safety oversight and accelerate ATC modernization

The Air Current

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What to watch as NTSB finalizes probable cause for D.C. midair collision The NTSB Board is convening to determine the probable cause of the midair collision near Washington, D.C. Investigators say the precise wording of the probable‑cause statement is pivotal — it will frame the agency's findings and shape the scope of safety recommendations and follow‑on regulatory or legislative responses.

2026-01-26T12:15:22.486352-08:00

What to watch as NTSB finalizes probable cause for D.C. midair collision

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Singapore Airlines A350-900 (9V‑SHW) sustains tail strike during very‑low go‑around at Changi; lands safely on second attempt On 24 January 2026 Singapore Airlines A350‑941 (registration 9V‑SHW), operating SQ917 from Manila, experienced a tail strike during a very‑low go‑around at Singapore Changi Airport. The crew carried out a second approach and landed safely; the aircraft remains parked for inspection.

2026-01-26T11:25:24.889612-08:00

Singapore Airlines A350-900 (9V‑SHW) sustains tail strike during very‑low go‑around at Changi; lands safely on second attempt

AINonline

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Congress faces week-long deadline to avert second FAA shutdown after ICE turmoil Congress has until the end of the week to resolve fallout from ICE turmoil or risk a second FAA shutdown, a lapse that could again force operational drawdowns, scheduled-flight caps and widespread airport disruption unless stopgap funding or legislative fixes are enacted.

2026-01-26T10:43:44.871725-08:00

Congress faces week-long deadline to avert second FAA shutdown after ICE turmoil

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FAA issues guidance for Part 91/135 operators on recognizing and responding to intoxicated passengers The FAA has published guidance for Part 91 and 135 flights focused on improving flight crew recognition of intoxicated passengers and standardizing response procedures. The recommendations target in‑flight handling and decision-making by crews to address alcohol‑related disruptions on non‑part 121 operations.

2026-01-26T10:23:11.299583-08:00

FAA issues guidance for Part 91/135 operators on recognizing and responding to intoxicated passengers

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US safety group finds prior technical issues on Air India 787; carrier to restart 787‑9 flights Feb 1 with 18 seats blocked A U.S. aviation safety group told Congress the Air India Boeing 787 that crashed in 2025 had a history of technical problems and shared its findings with lawmakers as probes continue. Separately, Air India plans to resume 787‑9 service on Feb. 1 with 18 seats blocked pending FAA approval.

2026-01-26T10:00:56.378865-08:00

US safety group finds prior technical issues on Air India 787; carrier to restart 787‑9 flights Feb 1 with 18 seats blocked

AINonline

USHST launches confidential peer-support program for rotorcraft pilots The U.S. Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) has launched a confidential, peer-based support program for rotorcraft pilots, modeled on airline peer-support schemes. The initiative provides a non-disciplinary channel for pilots to seek mental-health, fatigue or operational-stress support and complements existing safety and training frameworks.

2026-01-26T08:43:37.138516-08:00

USHST launches confidential peer-support program for rotorcraft pilots

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Singapore Airlines A350-900 (9V‑SHW) sustains tail strike during very‑low go‑around at Changi; lands safely on second attempt

FAA unveils sweeping reorganization to consolidate safety oversight and accelerate ATC modernization

What to watch as NTSB finalizes probable cause for D.C. midair collision

Congress faces week-long deadline to avert second FAA shutdown after ICE turmoil

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