pilotscafe

The FAA announced today, September 10th 2010, a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) intended for fighting pilot fatigue. Once approved, the new rule will change part 121 airline pilots rest and duty requirements.

A new bill presented to congress is aimed at improving airline safety by imposing higher minimums and more thorough screening for first officer hiring.

A Yemeni Airbus 310 crashed today near the shore of Comoros after being reported to perform a missed approach and a second approach into runway 20 in Moroni.