Chemical gas leak at Kuala Lumpur Airport in Malaysia affects 39 people
39 people have fallen sick due to a chemical gas leak at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in…
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Topics related to safety in aviation, including safety regulations, safety incidents, safety technology, and safety investigations.
Korean Air cuts cabin services by 40 minutes to prevent turbulence related accidents
Korean Air announced that it has renewed its cabin service procedure in light of rising cases of extreme…
Air India under scrutiny after passenger finds metal blade in in-flight meal
Air India is facing scrutiny over its food safety practices after a passenger found a metal blade in…
Air Canada flight from Delhi to Toronto subject of bomb threat
An Air Canada flight bound for Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) became…
Singapore Airlines to adopt a “more cautious” approach to managing turbulence
Singapore Airlines is adding new measures to its in-flight service in order to manage turbulence more effectively. In…
How Honeywell Aerospace is helping to support aircraft demand in Asia-Pacific
Air travel demand in the Asia-Pacific region is expected to exceed pre-COVID levels in 2024. According to the…
Head of Safety Promotion at EASA: regulation and risk in the digital era
Technological advancements, drones, eVTOLs and Urban Air Mobility (UAM) innovations are fast approaching certification and integration into existing…
The history and importance of the rudder in aircraft
The world of aviation is a marvel of human innovation and engineering. While many components of an aircraft…
Fear to fly? Explore the Top 20 safest airlines in the world in 2023
Air travel has long been considered one of the safest modes of transportation, with rigorous safety standards and…
Boeing 777 vs 787: a comparative analysis of features and performance
In the realm of modern aviation, Boeing is established as one of the most influential and innovative aircraft…
Miracle on the Hudson: the remarkable story of US Airways Flight 1549
The term ‘Miracle on the Hudson’ has become synonymous with a heartwarming tale of heroism, quick thinking and…
Can you bring a razor on a plane? Air travel regulations explained
When preparing for air travel, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with the regulations regarding items you can bring…
Aviation background checks: understanding the process and requirements
Within the aviation industry, safety and security are obviously of paramount importance. One crucial aspect of ensuring the…
How did a passenger manage to bring a bread knife onboard a flight?
Flight passengers know all about the frustrations of having seemingly innocent items confiscated because they are not allowed…
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…