After Potomac Crash, Norfolk Touts Airspace as Coordinated and Safe

Norfolk touts airspace as coordinated, safe as flight safety scrutiny intensifies nationwide

Questions about Norfolk’s airspace surfaced after a January collision between an American Airlines Bombardier jet and an Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River.

After Potomac crash, Norfolk touts airspace as coordinated and safe

An exterior view of Norfolk International Airport. (Photo courtesy of Norfolk International Airport)As scrutiny of flight safety intensifies nationwide, Norfolk International Airport officials say their shared airspace remains “safe,” thanks to close coordination with commercial airlines and military partners. Questions about Norfolk’s airspace surfaced after a January collision between an American Airlines Bombardier jet and an Army Black Hawk …

Beyond the broadcast: avoiding conflict at non-controlled aerodromes

Non-controlled operations remain a safety challenge in aviation. Despite growing awareness and improvements to technology, near misses and collisions continue to occur. Recent Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) investigations highlight just how quickly things can go wrong – and what pilots can do to avoid similar incidents. Why it matters Australia covers 11% of the […]