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IATA report reveals cause of most aircraft accidents in North America and Europe
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has published its latest Annual Safety Report for global aviation. Overall, the…
Korean Air steps into the virtual world with revolutionary inflight safety video
In an aviation first, Korean Air has entered the virtual world to create its latest inflight safety video…
How safe is flying today? Surveying modern air travel safety
Air travel has revolutionized the way we connect across the world, making distant destinations easily accessible and effectively…
Pilots vision requirement and the use of corrective lenses
As demands for aviation safety continue to grow, the importance of a pilot’s vision cannot be overstated. The…
Teenager attempts to open Boeing 737 door mid-air on Jeju Air flight
A 19-year-old male will appear in court on June 20, 2023 for attempting to open the aircraft door…
What is a microburst and how do pilots respond to them?
What is a microburst? A microburst is a weather phenomenon that can pose a significant danger to aircraft…
US flight attendants demand ban on unsecured infants on laps during flights
The United States Association of Flight Attendants (AFA-CWA) is demanding a ban on unsecured infants traveling on the…
IATA safety report: 2022 saw a reduction in fatal accident rate
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2022 Safety Report for commercial aviation, showing the lowest fatal…
Precision, art and psychology: how passenger safety briefing cards are made
When was the last time you picked up a passenger safety card while you were on a flight…
Eight of the most unforgettable inflight safety videos of all time
Ever since its introduction in the 1980s, the inflight safety video has definitely come a long way. Gone…
Aviation expert reveals the safest place to sit on a plane
An aviation expert has revealed the seats you may want to avoid during a crash and the safest…
“Visits are not audits”: ICAO denies SpiceJet’s ‘comprehensive audit’ claim
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) denied claims made by Indian budget air carrier SpiceJet declaring that the…
Ensuring safety in-flight: how do airlines prevent hijacking?
While aircraft hijackings are a relatively rare occurrence, their prevention is an everyday focus for both airline and airport…
Two GoFirst planes grounded due to in-flight safety issues
Another Indian airline has come in for closer scrutiny by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation of India…
US regulators to examine Boeing 737 MAX production after series of incidents
Boeing will face further examination as the US Congress reportedly plans to audit Boeing production, including its 737…
FAA calls for focus on safety amid wave of new flying technology
“If aviation isn’t safe, then it doesn’t matter how exciting it is.” This is the main message that…
Russia extends closure of 11 airports due to safety concerns
The Russian Federal Agency for Air Transport, also known as Rosaviatsiya, has extended a flight ban on domestic…
Who are US air marshals and how do they work?
Federal air marshals are often referred to as “quiet professionals” in the skies. They have been on American…