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Roam Research
fromFast Company
1 day ago

This turbulence-tracking travel app will make your next trip more tolerable

Turbli is a free website that provides detailed turbulence forecasts for flights, enhancing travel planning and experience.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

I'm Very Worried': Former Combat Fighter Pilot Breaks Down What Happens When a Pilot Ejects Like Over Iran

My immediate response is, or thought is, you know, really thinking of the families of this, of the aircrew here. Look, I have always felt like Iran it's a very big country. It's not the same as Iraq or Afghanistan.
US politics
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

A Former TSA Agent Shares The No. 1 Reason Bags Get Flagged at Security-and How to Prevent It From Happening

Human error, especially with laptops, is the primary reason for carry-on luggage being flagged at airport security.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Investigation underway for 1-alarm fire in secure area at SFO

A small fire in storage containers at San Francisco International Airport caused no injuries and had no impact on flight operations.
#us-military
#cybersecurity
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago
Information security

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago
Information security

The AI Arms Race - Why Unified Exposure Management Is Becoming a Boardroom Priority

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, with AI enabling faster and more sophisticated attacks, necessitating advanced defensive strategies.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
21 hours ago

After fighting malware for decades, this cybersecurity veteran is now hacking drones | TechCrunch

Mikko Hyppönen emphasizes the invisible nature of cybersecurity work, comparing it to Tetris where successes vanish and failures accumulate.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
4 days ago

The AI Arms Race - Why Unified Exposure Management Is Becoming a Boardroom Priority

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, with AI enabling faster and more sophisticated attacks, necessitating advanced defensive strategies.
#aviation-safety
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
NYC parents

That's Crazy': Midair Confusion as Pilot Told He's Not Speaking With Wrong Airport Tower While On Approach to Land

Austin
fromFast Company
6 days ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

NTSB: Flight instructor in fatal Mass. plane crash had 'do not fly' meds in system

A flight instructor involved in a fatal 2024 Western Massachusetts plane crash had FAA-prohibited medications in his system that likely impaired his ability to control the aircraft during a stall.
Los Angeles
fromMail Online
1 week ago

America's most dangerous airport runways MAPPED after LaGuardia crash

Federal officials have identified 291 high-risk runway 'hot spots' across U.S. airports, increasing the likelihood of runway incursions and near-collisions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
NYC parents

That's Crazy': Midair Confusion as Pilot Told He's Not Speaking With Wrong Airport Tower While On Approach to Land

Austin
fromFast Company
6 days ago

This new tech could help prevent future runway crashes

New runway collision warning technology could significantly enhance aviation safety by providing pilots with immediate alerts.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

NTSB: Flight instructor in fatal Mass. plane crash had 'do not fly' meds in system

A flight instructor involved in a fatal 2024 Western Massachusetts plane crash had FAA-prohibited medications in his system that likely impaired his ability to control the aircraft during a stall.
Los Angeles
fromMail Online
1 week ago

America's most dangerous airport runways MAPPED after LaGuardia crash

Federal officials have identified 291 high-risk runway 'hot spots' across U.S. airports, increasing the likelihood of runway incursions and near-collisions.
Cars
fromFortune
3 days ago

Why hands-free systems in self-driving cars aren't actually safer, according to the NTSB | Fortune

Driver assistance systems are convenient but do not enhance safety, leading to increased driver distraction and reliance on technology.
Public health
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Elderly people should be SEPARATED on flights to speed up evacuations

Elderly passengers should be distributed evenly on flights to enhance emergency evacuation efficiency.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Suspension lifted for helicopter pilots who hovered near Kid Rock's home

Army pilots' suspension lifted after hovering near Kid Rock's home during training; no investigation or punishment will occur.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

US marine detained after TSA finds live explosive round in checked bag

The marine told investigators he found the round in the field about a year ago and kept it, thinking it wasn't live. Due to extensive rust and corrosion, the round's original identifying paint markings were no longer visible, making it difficult to determine whether it was an inert training munition or a live explosive device.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

2 dead in fiery crash at Travis Air Force Base after leading Napa Co. deputies on chase: sheriff

The Napa County Sheriff's Office reported that deputies made a traffic stop on Highway 12 just past midnight, which led to a pursuit when the vehicle fled.
California
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.
Mindfulness
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

I'm a Travel Writer Who's Terrified of Flying-This Tool Helps Me Stay Calm in the Air

Learning to source and read turbulence forecasts can help alleviate flight anxiety for travelers.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

2 people from Mass. killed when helicopter crashes in Hawaii

Three people died in a helicopter crash off Kalalau Beach in Kauai, including two from Massachusetts.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

Airline Pilot With 17% No-Match-Required 401(k) Gets Green Light to Cut Personal Contributions

Carlos, an airline pilot, can reduce his 401(k) contribution without jeopardizing retirement due to a generous 17% employer match.
#tsa
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Canada news

Investigator Sent to Deadly LaGuardia Crash Was Stuck in TSA Line for Three Hours NTSB Had to Beg' to Let Her Through

US politics
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 day ago

TSA Lines Are Returning to Normal at Airports Across the US

TSA officer pay resumption has significantly reduced airport security wait times across major U.S. airports after weeks of delays due to the government shutdown.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

Here Are the Best Ways to Track TSA Wait Times in Advance

Travelers can now track TSA airport security wait times through United Airlines' mobile app and other resources to better plan their trips.
US politics
fromFast Company
5 days ago

TSA pay is back today-but here's why airport lines could still be slow

TSA workers will receive paychecks after an executive order, but airport lines may remain affected due to ongoing issues from the government shutdown.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Investigator Sent to Deadly LaGuardia Crash Was Stuck in TSA Line for Three Hours NTSB Had to Beg' to Let Her Through

Long TSA security lines delayed investigators responding to a deadly runway crash at LaGuardia Airport, highlighting systemic issues in aviation.
#air-canada-crash
Canada news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

A runway safety alert didn't notify ATC of a potential collision before the deadly Air Canada crash, the NTSB head said

The ASDE-X system failed to activate before the Air Canada crash due to vehicle proximity and lack of a transponder on the fire truck.
Canada news
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

A runway safety alert didn't notify ATC of a potential collision before the deadly Air Canada crash, the NTSB head said

The ASDE-X system failed to activate before the Air Canada crash due to vehicle proximity and lack of a transponder on the fire truck.
US news
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

FAA changes air safety rule after near miss at Calif. airport

The FAA has changed regulations, requiring air traffic controllers to use radar for separation between helicopters and airplanes to prevent collisions.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

LIVE: Crews responding to cargo pallet fire at SFO, officials say

A fire broke out at a cargo building at San Francisco International Airport, but there are no injuries or impact on airport operations.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Day Around the Bay: United Flight Out of SFO Had Near Miss With Helicopter

Antoine Watson received a lenient sentence for the involuntary manslaughter of 84-year-old Grandpa Vicha Ratanapakdee, upsetting the victim's family.
#nasa
Science
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

A Manned NASA Rocket Is Headed to the Moon. There Are Questions on Its Safety.

NASA's Artemis II mission aims to return humans to the moon, but expert Charles Camarda raises concerns about potential catastrophic failure.
Science
fromMail Online
2 days ago

How Artemis II could go WRONG: Experts reveal the worst-case scenarios

NASA launched the Artemis II mission to the moon, marking a significant milestone after 50 years, despite facing some technical challenges.
Science
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

A Manned NASA Rocket Is Headed to the Moon. There Are Questions on Its Safety.

NASA's Artemis II mission aims to return humans to the moon, but expert Charles Camarda raises concerns about potential catastrophic failure.
Science
fromMail Online
6 days ago

NASA astronaut reveals medical crisis that triggered space evacuation

Mike Fincke experienced a sudden loss of speech in space, leading to NASA's first medical evacuation from the International Space Station.
#air-canada
Canada news
fromFortune
1 week ago

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Passengers acted quickly to escape an Air Canada jet after a collision with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

USDOT says LaGuardia Airport is well staffed following fatal collision that left two pilots dead; investigation continues

An Air Canada Express plane crashed into a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots and prompting a federal investigation.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

WATCH: Harrowing New Video Shows Moment Air Canada Flight Plowed Into Emergency Truck Killing Pilots

An Air Canada plane crashed into an emergency vehicle at LaGuardia airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Canada news
fromFortune
1 week ago

'I messed up': overworked air traffic controller's admission about deadly La Guardia crash | Fortune

Passengers acted quickly to escape an Air Canada jet after a collision with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
Canada news
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

USDOT says LaGuardia Airport is well staffed following fatal collision that left two pilots dead; investigation continues

An Air Canada Express plane crashed into a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, killing both pilots and prompting a federal investigation.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

WATCH: Harrowing New Video Shows Moment Air Canada Flight Plowed Into Emergency Truck Killing Pilots

An Air Canada plane crashed into an emergency vehicle at LaGuardia airport, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
US news

Pilot and copilot killed in collision between jet and fire truck at New York's LaGuardia Airport

Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Roam Research
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

After 16 years and $8 billion, the military's new GPS software still doesn't work

Extensive testing revealed unresolved system issues in GPS satellite programs, risking future launches and capabilities.
US politics
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago

The FAA's "Temporary" Flight Restriction for Drones is a Blatant Attempt to Criminalize Filming ICE

The Trump administration's flight restriction limits the First Amendment right to record law enforcement using drones near ICE and CBP vehicles.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

1 crew member rescued after U.S. fighter jet shot down in Iran, officials tell AP

A U.S. fighter jet was shot down in Iran, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict.
#laguardia-airport
NYC parents
fromNewsday
1 week ago

What to know about the safety system that failed to prevent the deadly runway collision at LaGuardia

Ground collision prevention systems at LaGuardia Airport failed, leading to a crash involving an Air Canada jet and a fire truck.
US news
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NTSB flags missing transponder, tower staffing in LaGuardia crash

The runway collision at LaGuardia involved a fire truck without a transponder and insufficient air traffic controller staffing, leading to two pilot fatalities.
NYC parents
fromwww.cnn.com
1 week ago

Ground stop at LaGuardia Airport due to an emergency involving a plane and a vehicle, officials say

LaGuardia Airport is under a ground stop due to an aircraft emergency involving a plane and vehicle incident.
Canada news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

What we know about the LaGuardia Airport crash

Two pilots died after a plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, injuring 41 others, with an investigation underway.
Canada news
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Two killed after Air Canada jet strikes fire truck on LaGuardia runway during routine landing - Silicon Canals

A serious incident at LaGuardia Airport involved an Air Canada regional jet colliding with a fire truck, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
NYC parents
fromNewsday
1 week ago

What to know about the safety system that failed to prevent the deadly runway collision at LaGuardia

Ground collision prevention systems at LaGuardia Airport failed, leading to a crash involving an Air Canada jet and a fire truck.
US news
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NTSB flags missing transponder, tower staffing in LaGuardia crash

The runway collision at LaGuardia involved a fire truck without a transponder and insufficient air traffic controller staffing, leading to two pilot fatalities.
NYC parents
fromwww.cnn.com
1 week ago

Ground stop at LaGuardia Airport due to an emergency involving a plane and a vehicle, officials say

LaGuardia Airport is under a ground stop due to an aircraft emergency involving a plane and vehicle incident.
Canada news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

What we know about the LaGuardia Airport crash

Two pilots died after a plane collided with a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport, injuring 41 others, with an investigation underway.
Canada news
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

Two killed after Air Canada jet strikes fire truck on LaGuardia runway during routine landing - Silicon Canals

A serious incident at LaGuardia Airport involved an Air Canada regional jet colliding with a fire truck, resulting in fatalities and injuries.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

SFO, Oakland on FAA's 'Hot Spot' List of Airports Most at Risk of Runway Close Calls

Nine Bay Area airports, including SFO and Oakland, are on the FAA's hot spot list for ground collision and near-miss risks due to confusing layouts and busy runway crossings.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 days ago

United rolls out new app feature to help navigate DHS security nightmares

United Airlines introduces an app feature to track security wait times at major hubs to help customers navigate ongoing airport delays.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

An air traffic controller was juggling extra roles during the LaGuardia plane crash

NTSB raises concerns about staffing procedures related to the LaGuardia plane crash, highlighting systemic issues in air traffic control.
#emergency-landing
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Heads Down! Hands Up!' Passengers Capture Scary Moment Feds Storm Plane to Deal With Possible Security Matter'

Southwest Flight 2094 made an emergency landing in Atlanta after a possible security matter, with federal officers and police boarding to detain a passenger amid reports of a bomb threat.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago

How NASA will keep the Artemis II astronauts safe from space weather

The Artemis II crew faces significant hazards, including radiation and space weather, during their 10-day mission beyond low-Earth orbit.
Gadgets
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago

Is Using Airplane Mode on Flights Still Necessary?

Airplane mode is required by the FAA to prevent potential radio frequency interference with aircraft instruments, though actual risk is minimal and primarily concerns takeoff and landing phases.
US news
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Pursuit by Sheriff's Deputies Ends In Fiery Crash Outside Travis Air Force Base, Killing Two

Two people died in a crash after fleeing from police near Travis Air Force Base.
#aviation
NYC parents
fromabc7.com
1 week ago

Pilots killed in LaGuardia collision were young Canadians who had long dreamed of flying planes

Two young Canadian pilots died in a collision between their plane and a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Some Big Questions Here': CNN's Aviation Expert Says a Comms Review of LaGuardia Crash Will Be Crucial

The crash at LaGuardia raised serious concerns about communication breakdowns between air traffic control and emergency responders.
NYC parents
fromabc7.com
1 week ago

Pilots killed in LaGuardia collision were young Canadians who had long dreamed of flying planes

Two young Canadian pilots died in a collision between their plane and a fire truck at LaGuardia Airport.
Canada news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Some Big Questions Here': CNN's Aviation Expert Says a Comms Review of LaGuardia Crash Will Be Crucial

The crash at LaGuardia raised serious concerns about communication breakdowns between air traffic control and emergency responders.
#air-traffic-control
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

Flight Attendants and Pilots Use These 4 Phrases on Board to Signal Emergencies-Here's What to Listen For

Aviation crews use coded language like 'Code 300' and 'Angel' to discreetly communicate medical emergencies and deaths without causing passenger panic.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

What a Bada**!' Pilot Praised for Ejecting Safely From Her Doomed Aircraft

A U.S. female F-15 pilot ejected safely after friendly fire from Kuwaiti forces shot down her jet, and a local Kuwaiti resident assisted her in the desert.
#pilot-training
US news
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

The survival training that kicks in after a US pilot is shot down

Pilot survival training through ejection preparation is critical because improper body positioning during emergency ejection can cause severe injury or death, as demonstrated by a recent friendly-fire incident involving three F-15E Strike Eagles.
US news
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

The survival training that kicks in after a US pilot is shot down

Pilot survival training through ejection preparation is critical because improper body positioning during emergency ejection can cause severe injury or death, as demonstrated by a recent friendly-fire incident involving three F-15E Strike Eagles.
Marketing
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

Don't let January go to waste. It is time to embrace the sterile cockpit rule

January is the optimal, distraction-free time for marketers to make strategic, long-term decisions using focused, disciplined planning.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
2 months ago

Aviation Training Made Easy: Best Learning Management Systems For Aviation Safety

Purpose-built aviation LMS platforms centralize and personalize training to improve safety, compliance, and decision-making across global aviation teams.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Why some fear Burbank airport is an accident waiting to happen. 'Everybody has had concerns'

The airspace over Los Angeles is among the most congested in the world, but the Hollywood Burbank Airport is uniquely situated, creating extremely tight parameters around the midsize airport.
Los Angeles
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
US news
fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
1 month ago

Navy says human error caused California jet crash

A Navy E/A-18G Growler crashed into San Diego Bay in February 2025 due to pilot error during landing, resulting in a $109 million loss, though both crew members survived with minor injuries.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

How Elon Musk's SpaceX Rockets Put Passenger Planes at Risk

When SpaceX CEO Elon Musk chose a remote Texas outpost on the Gulf Coast to develop his company's ambitious Starship, he put the 400-foot rocket on a collision course with the commercial airline industry. Each time SpaceX did a test run of Starship and its booster, dubbed Super Heavy, the megarocket's flight path would take it soaring over busy Caribbean airspace before it reached the relative safety of the open Atlantic Ocean. The company planned as many as five such launches a year as it perfected the craft, a version of which is supposed to one day land on the moon.
Science
US news
fromFortune
1 month ago

After United flights roll off tarmac, lose tires, audit finds FAA isn't staffed enough to do regular inspections | Fortune

FAA oversight of United maintenance is weakened by insufficient staffing, high turnover, misuse of virtual inspections, and limited access to United safety data.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Private jet with 8 aboard crashes on takeoff in Maine, FAA says

A Bombardier Challenger 600 carrying eight people crashed on takeoff at Bangor International Airport during a major winter storm; FAA and NTSB are investigating.
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