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SecurityAVIONEWS interviewed David Salvador, manager of ID Systems
Rome, Italy - Manufacturer of the airport vehicle management system AvRamp
Following recent runway incursion cases, including a potentially disastrous one in Milan (see AVIONEWS), the news agency AVIONEWS interviewed David Salvador, Director, Aviation Sales & Business Development... more
SecurityThe solution to runway incursions comes from the USA
Rome, Italy - AVIONEWS interviewed David Salvador of ID Systems, builder of the AvRamp system
Runway incursions represent a serious danger for air transport safety, as recently happened in Milan (see AVIONEWS). Having read this news on AVIONEWS, the US company ID Systems called the agency to explain... more
SecurityFAA AD on AVOX Systems and B/E Aerospace Oxygen Cylinder assemblies, as installed on various transport airplanes (2009-21-10)
Washington, Usa - To prevent an oxygen cylinder from rupturing, which, depending on the location, could result in structural damage and rapid decompression of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 63063-63066] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Lockheed model L-1011 series airplanes (2008-11-02R1)
Washington, Usa - To prevent the potential for ignition sources inside fuel tanks which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 63284-63288] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on DG Flugzeugbau GmbH models DG-500MB, DG-808C and DG-800B gliders (2009-24-16)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62689-62691] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA (Revision) AD on Bombardier model DHC-8-400, DHC-8-401, and DHC-8-402 airplanes (2008-09-24R1)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 63595-63598] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on SOCATA model TBM-700 airplanes (2009-24-15)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62485-62487] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Empresa Brasileira de Aeronáutica S.A. (EMBRAER) model EMB-500 airplanes (2009-24-14)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62489-62490] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Honeywell International Inc. LTS101 Series Turboshaft and LTP101 series turboprop engines (2009-24-12)
Washington, Usa - To prevent rupture of the gas generator turbine disc, which could result in uncontained engine failure and damage to the aircraft
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62487-62489] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on General Electric Company (GE) CF34-1A, CF34-3A, and CF34-3B series turbofan engines (2009-24-11)
Washington, Usa - To prevent failure of certain P/N and SN fan blades and aft actuator head hoses, which could result in an under-cowl fire and subsequent damage to the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62481-62485] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Cessna Aircraft Company model 525A airplanes (2009-24-13)
Washington, Usa - To detect and correct loose and damaged fasteners and cracks in the thrust attenuator paddles, which could result in in- flight departure of the thrust attenuator paddles
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62479-62481] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Thielert Aircraft Engines GmbH (TAE) model TAE 125-01 reciprocating engines (2009-24-10)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register: (Volume 74, Number 227)] [Page 62213-62215] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14... more
SecurityFAA AD on Boeing model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes (2009-24-08)
Washington, Usa - To detect and correct scribe lines, which can develop into fatigue cracks in the skin. Undetected fatigue cracks can grow and cause sudden decompression of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62217-62219] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA: US$4 million fine to Spitfire Aviation Services
Washington, USA - For performing passengers flights without certification
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a US$4 million civil penalty for Spitfire Aviation Services for numerous violations of the Federal Aviation Regulations. The alleged violations... more
SecurityFAA AD on Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, and -800 series airplanes (2009-24-07)
Washington, Usa - To prevent stress corrosion cracking of the forward trunnion pins, which could result in fracture of the pins and consequent collapse of the MLG
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62231-62233] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Rolls-Royce plc RB211-Trent 800 series turbofan engines (2009-24-05)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62222-62224] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Vulcanair SpA models P-68, P-68B, P-68C, P- 68C/TC, and P-68 "OBSERVER'' airplanes (2009-24-03)
Washington, Usa - To detect and correct cracks in the front and rear wing spar, which could result in the wing separating from the airplane. This failure could lead to loss of control
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62211-62213] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityBoeing presents its new flight simulator display
Orlando, USA - During the "Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference"
Boeing demonstrated its Constant Resolution Visual System (CRVS) for potential customers at the "Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference" in Orlando, Florida. CRVS, the company's... more
SecurityFAA AD on Scheibe-Flugzeugbau GmbH models Bergfalke-III, Bergfalke-II/55, SF 25C, and SF-26A standard gliders (2009-24-02)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62224-62226] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Pratt & Whitney JT8D-7, -7A, -7B, -9, - 9A, -11, -15, and -17 turbofan engines (2009-24-01)
Washington, Usa - To prevent uncontained failure of 2nd stage fan blades, which could result in damage to the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62229-62231] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on General Electric Company CF6-50C series turbofan engines (2007-11-18R1)
Washington, Usa - To prevent uncontained fan blade failures, which can result in separation of airplane hydraulic lines, damage to critical airplane systems, and possible loss of airplane control
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62215-62217] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Airbus model A-330/200 and -300; A-340/200 and -300 series airplanes (2009-24-09)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62208-62211] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA (Revision) AD on Bombardier Inc. model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, and CL-600-2D24 airplanes (2008-09-23R1)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62226-62229] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA (Revision) AD on Airbus model A-318/111 and -112 series airplanes, A-319, A-320, and A-321 series airplanes (2007-15-06R1)
Washington, Usa - To prevent the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 62219-62222] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA (Revision) AD on Bombardier model DHC-8-102, DHC-8-103, DHC-8-106, DHC-8-201, DHC-8-202, DHC-8-301, DHC-8-311, and DHC-8-315 airplanes (2008-09-25R1)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 61501-61504] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket... more
SecurityFAA (Revision) AD on McDonnell Douglas Corporation model DC-10-10 and DC-10-10F, DC-10-15, DC-10-30 and DC-10-30F, DC-10-40 and DC-10-40F, MD-10-10F and MD-10-30F, MD-11 and MD-11F (2008-06-21R1)
Washington, Usa - To prevent the potential for ignition sources inside fuel tanks which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 61504-61506] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA bans takeoffs with polished frost
Washington, USA - To enhance winter flights' safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is increasing the safety of winter flying by prohibiting takeoffs with polished frost (frost buffed to make it smooth) on the wings, stabilizers and control surfaces... more
SecurityFAA AD on General Electric Company (GE) CF34-8E series turbofan engines (2009-24-06)
Washington, Usa - To prevent loss of thrust control of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 61021-61023] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Fokker model F.28 Mark 0070, 0100, 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes (2008-06-20R1)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 61018-61021] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Rolls-Royce Corporation AE 3007A1/1, AE 3007A1/3, AE 3007A1, AE 3007A1E, AE 3007A1P, AE 3007A3, AE 3007C, and AE 3007C1 turbofan engines (2009-24-04)
Washington, Usa - To prevent the fan spinner from releasing, which could result in injury, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 61023-61024] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on SOCATA model TBM-700 airplanes (2009-23-12)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 58539-58540] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) model ERJ-170 and ERJ-190 airplanes (2009-23-08)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 58191-58195] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA Emergency AD on Teledyne Continental Motors (TCM) 240, 360, 470, 520, and 550 series reciprocating engines (2009-24-52)
Washington, Usa - To prevent a loss of engine power and loss of control of the airplane
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 AD 2009-24-52 Teledyne Continental... more
SecurityFAA allows Boeing 777s to fly until 2011
Washington, USA - These aircraft's engines risk to shut down in flight in case of icing
The US FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) has decided to decline alarms concerning the danger of in flight shut down of Rolls-Royce engines installed on some Boeing 777 aircraft in icing conditions,... more
SecurityFAA AD on Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) model EMB-500 airplanes (2009-23-11)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 58195-58200] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Bombardier model CL-600-1A11, CL-600-2A12, CL-600-2B16 airplanes (2009-23-09)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 57577-57578] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems model SAAB 340A and SAAB 340B airplanes (2009-23-07)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register: (Volume 74, Number 215)] [Page 57574-57576] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14... more
SecurityTSA seeks innovative ideas for airport security
Washington, USA - To help operators in allocating resources
The TSA (Transportation Security Administration) of the US Homeland Security Department has launched an outreach search to discover possible innovations in the field of airport security. The Administration... more
SecurityFirst International Runway Safety Conference
Washington, USA - From December 1 to 3 in Washington
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in cooperation with the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) and the MITRE Corporation, will hold the first International Runway Safety Conference... more
SecurityFAA proposes new rules for anti-ice protection
Washington, USA - For all aircraft with a takeoff weight under 27,215 kg
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a rule requiring scheduled airlines to either retrofit their existing fleet with ice-detection equipment or make sure the ice protection system activates... more
SecurityFAA AD on Airbus model A-318/111, -112, A-319, A-320, and A-321 series airplanes (2009-23-05)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 57578-57581] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Boeing model 767 airplanes (2009-23-04)
Washington, Usa - To prevent an ignition source on the wet side of the fuel boost pump or cause a fire in the fuel pump enclosure and lead to subsequent explosion of the fuel tank
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 57571-57574] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA issued new rules for the airspace above the Hudson River
New York, USA - The modifications became necessary after August's mid-air collision
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) yesterday finalized a federal rule, effective November 19, 2009, that will enhance safety by separating low-altitude, local aircraft flights over the Hudson... more
SecurityFAA AD on Hawker Beechcraft Corporation models 1900, 1900C, and 1900D airplanes (2009-23-03)
Washington, Usa - To prevent fatigue cracks in the wing rear spar lower caps, which could result in fatigue failure of the wing rear spar lower caps.
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 57567-57570] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on Bombardier model CL-600-2B19 airplanes (2009-23-02)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 57559-57561] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityFAA AD on PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES SpA model P-180 airplanes (2009-21-08)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information [Federal Register: (Volume 74, Number 215)] [Page 57561-57564] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14... more
SecurityFAA AD on Boeing model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes (2009-23-10)
Washington, Usa - To detect and correct corrosion of the carriage spindle, which could result in fracture
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 57564-57567] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more
SecurityNew in-flight breakup for a Zodiac CH-601XL. FAA recommends modifications
Washington, USA - The NTSB in April required that all aircraft of this model would have been grounded
A Zodiac CH-601XL experimental airplane of the same series that the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) urged to ground seven months ago was involved in another fatal accident, destroyed as a result... more
SecurityEASA approved the A-330 for ETOPS rules "Beyond 180 minutes"
Cologne, Germany - The first aircraft to achieve this certification
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has approved all Airbus A-330 models for ETOPS (Extended-range Twin-engine Operational Performance Standards) rules “Beyond 180 minutes”. This award makes the... more
SecurityFAA AD on Saab AB, Saab Aerosystems model SAAB 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes (2008-09-06R1)
Washington, Usa - To identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product
Airworthiness Directive Federal Register Information Federal Register: [Page 57405-57408] Header Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part... more