Counting Close Calls
A drone detection device at DFW identified 24 NMACs, prompting researchers to recommend extending drone-free zones around runways.
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Safety News
The FAA is spending $100 million on projects to prevent runway incursions at 12 U.S. airports.
COVID-19, News, Safety Oversight, uncrewed aircraft
Safety News
Eurocontrol forecast says air traffic is unlikely to recover to 2019 levels before 2025.
Flight Ops, News, safety data, uncrewed aircraft
Safety News in Brief
ATSB reports a new occurrence of an airliner’s pitot tube covers being removed minutes before takeoff.
Seeing the Light
An FAA study shows white light is generally most effective in making drones more visible in the skies.
COVID-19, News, Safety Regulation, uncrewed aircraft
Safety News in Brief
ICAO foresees a strengthening recovery.
Accident/Incident Investigation, News, uncrewed aircraft
‘Something Unexpected’
When the drone did not respond to pilot efforts to reduce power, the pilot used an automatic mode switch to direct it away from people gathered at an Australian airport,…