In 2022, NASA dropped an aircraft cabin (with six crash dummies) from 35 ft. The cabin was destroyed but showed the need to improve computer models.NASA Langley/David C. BowmanIn 2022, NASA dropped a full-scale aircraft fuselage from a height of 35 ft, destroying it well beyond expectations — making it a great success for aviation safety researchers. NASA’s historic legacy as the nation’s research agency for advancements in aeronautics, astronautics and science demands both theoretical and experimental deve ...

Two Delta Air Lines Inc. regional jets collided at low speed while taxiing at New York’s LaGuardia Airport on Wednesday night, causing minor injuries to one flight attendant and prompting regulators to open an investigation.Both planes were CRJ-900 aircraft operated by Endeavor Air. Endeavor Air Flight 5047 was heading to its gate at the airport when it struck Endeavor Air Flight 5155 around 10 p.m. local time, the US Federal Aviation Administration, which is probing the incident, said in a statement Thursd ...

Incident Summary - Two Delta regional jets collided on LaGuardia's tarmac, causing damage to both aircraft [1] - The FAA and NTSB are investigating the incident [2] - A full NTSB report could take a year or longer [5] Impact and Response - One minor injury to a flight attendant was reported; none of the 85 passengers were harmed [4] - Delta Airlines pledges to cooperate with authorities to review the incident, prioritizing customer and people safety [4] Potential Causes - Air traffic control (ATC) instructed Flight 5155 to hold short and yield [3] - A possible communication breakdown between ATC and the flight crew could be a focus of the investigation [5]

Aviation Safety - Singapore committed to enhancing aviation safety protocols concerning in-flight turbulence following two accidents in the past year [1] - These accidents resulted in one death and multiple injuries [1]

Core Points - Southwest Airlines has begun flying its first Boeing 737 Max 8 equipped with a secondary flight deck barrier, marking a significant milestone in aviation safety since the September 11, 2001, terror attacks [1][2] - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has mandated that new commercial airliners in the U.S. must include these secondary barriers, with a compliance deadline set for July 2026 [5][12] - Southwest Airlines plans to accept delivery of approximately 25 more Boeing airplanes with the barriers this year, demonstrating its commitment to immediate compliance with the new safety regulations [6][9] Industry Context - The introduction of secondary barriers has been a long-sought safety measure following the hijackings on September 11, 2001, aimed at enhancing cockpit security [2][9] - Major aircraft manufacturers, including Boeing and Airbus, have started delivering planes with these barriers in compliance with the new FAA regulation [2][12] - Most airlines have indicated they will utilize the extension provided by the FAA and may not implement the barriers until closer to the deadline [6][12]

Safety Incidents - An Alaska Air Transit flight overran the runway [2] - The incident involved crossing Fifth Avenue during landing at Merrill Field [2] - Passengers expressed fear of crashing into traffic due to proximity to rush hour [2] Technology & Recording - Dash cams are used to capture critical moments for drivers [1] - Recordings captured sounds of screaming during an incident [1]

Aviation Safety & Regulation - NTSB is holding final hearings on a midair collision between a US Army helicopter and a passenger plane [1] - FAA acknowledged air traffic controller failed to notify aircraft about the helicopter [2] - FAA needs to listen to air traffic controllers and data to lead on better safety regimes [3] - The airspace around National Airport is congested with both military and commercial aviation [4] - There were 1500 near misses in the corridor [5] - FAA should monitor information on high levels of interaction between corridors with military involvement and commercial airspace at other airports [7] Trade & Tariffs - Tariffs are an increase on the cost of household goods, foods, for small businesses, and manufacturers for Americans [9] - August 1st will be the date Americans know that the administration is not serious about their affordability issue [10] - Congress should review and approve trade deals [12]

highlighting surveillance video of the midair crash over the Ptoac River. Frustration from NTSB board members after Army aviation experts testified that one of the altimeters in the Blackhawk helicopter fleet is often inaccurate by 100 ft or more. But the Army determined it was within tolerance levels and never advised the pilots.How much tolerance should we have for aviation safety whenever civilian lives are at risk. The Army chopper was flying 78 feet above the 200 foot limit when it crashed into the Ame ...

Playing in the US is still one of the safest forms of transport. So we have seen a increase in media scrutiny as well as there have been increases in aviation safety incidents. They're not quite accidents yet.I mean we did have the crash in DC at the start of the year, but in terms of in terms of the overall the aviation industry, I mean, there is I mean, there is a massive push in at the moment to modernize the ATC in the US, the FAA, ATC air traffic control. So there is a massive push to sort of upgrade t ...

Core Insights - CGI Federal Inc. has been selected by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to modernize the Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) system, which is crucial for aviation safety in the U.S. [1] - The modernization will involve a partnership with Google Public Sector, NG Aviation, and Mosaic ATM to implement a state-of-the-art NOTAM platform that enhances data exchange and stakeholder collaboration [2][3] Company Overview - CGI Federal Inc. is a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of CGI Inc., providing technology and professional services to federal government agencies across various sectors, including defense and healthcare [4] - CGI Inc. is one of the largest independent IT and business consulting firms globally, with a workforce of 94,000 professionals and reported revenue of CA$14.68 billion for Fiscal 2024 [5]