Accident Probes

Agency blocks public access to accident investigation files after finding unauthorized approximations of CVR.

Day two of NTSB testimony reveals Boeing didn’t structurally require preventing engine pylon separation.

Investigators zero in on spherical bearing that allegedly weakened an engine pylon.

It’s a long-term problem and, despite training and warnings, too many pilots still become its victim.

The first rule of aviation is to ‘fly the airplane,’ even in the face of distractions.

A doctor in a Bonanza makes up his own instrument approach procedures. What’s the worst that could happen? 

A monthly summary of recently published NTSB preliminary accident reports involving general aviation and air carrier aircraft.

Cheap, fast or good—pick two—probably isn’t the best way to find quality aircraft maintenance. 

Engine failure at night over mountainous terrain is one of the things that keeps us up late. Here’s why. 

Don’t depend on datalinked Nexrad imagery alone to fly through thunderstorm activity. Instead, stay visual.