Southwest Flight 746 Experiences ‘Dutch Roll’ Phenomenon; FAA Investigates Incident
Aviation authorities are currently examining an incident involving Southwest Flight 746, where a phenomenon known as a “Dutch roll” occurred during its journey from Phoenix to Oakland on May 25. According to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Boeing 737 encountered unusual lateral movements, with the aircraft’s tail swaying from side to side and rocking […]
Sun Country 737 Makes Emergency Landing in Spokane Due to Engine Shutdown
In a recent aviation incident, a Boeing 737-82R, operated by Sun Country Airlines, experienced an engine shutdown mid-flight from Seattle to Minneapolis St. Paul last Friday evening. This unforeseen complication necessitated an emergency diversion to Spokane, where the aircraft landed without further incident. Sun Country Airlines confirmed the incident, stating, “they worked to provide accommodations […]
Joby Aviation Expands eVTOL Capabilities with Acquisition of Xwing’s Autonomy Division
Joby Aviation, a leader in the development of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, announced on Tuesday its acquisition of the autonomy division of Xwing, a pioneer in technology for autonomous flight operations. This move marks a significant enhancement in Joby’s technological portfolio, especially after Xwing’s notable achievements in autonomous aviation, including conducting unmanned […]
FAA Probes Possible Use of Counterfeit Titanium in Boeing and Airbus Components
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into the use of potentially counterfeit titanium in components used by major aircraft manufacturers Boeing and Airbus. The probe follows revelations that a key supplier might have fabricated part certifications, compromising material integrity. The issue came to light after a disclosure by Boeing regarding a distributor […]
FAA Admits Past Oversight Failures in Boeing Regulation Following Safety Incidents
In a striking admission, the head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Michael Whitaker, conceded that the agency had previously adopted a too lenient approach towards regulating aircraft manufacturers. This acknowledgment came during a Senate Commerce Committee hearing focused on Boeing, following an incident in January where a door detached from a Boeing plane mid-flight […]