AOPA

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The use of aircraft tracking data to create virtual tollbooths on airport runways was never the intent of aircraft awareness technology required on airplanes to enhance safety for pilots and assist air traffic controllers.

Air Traffic Control 98

Air Traffic Control Runway Airplanes Pilot 98

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

This is because the Alaska pilots heard that the Southwest 737 had been given clearance to cross the same runway that the Alaska jet was taking off from. 12 runway incursion at Nashville International Airport involving Alaska Airlines flight 369, a Boeing 737 Max 9, and Southwest Airlines flight 2029, a Boeing 737-700.

Air Traffic Control 109

Air Traffic Control Clearance Runway Jet 109

Simple Flying

JUNE 30, 2024

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) at AustinBergstrom International Airport (AUS) introduced new technology on Sunday designed to improve the situational awareness of air traffic controllers (ATC).

Air Traffic Control 105

Air Traffic Control Runway 105

One Mile at a Time

JUNE 21, 2024

The aircraft was cleared for a visual approach on runway 17R. Based on air traffic control audio , the pilots didn’t even realize what they were doing until the air traffic controller warned them, thanks to a low altitude alert in the tower: Air traffic controller: “Southwest 4069, low altitude alert, you good out there?”

Air Traffic Control 120

Air Traffic Control Runway Approach Pilot 120

Aerotime

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Air traffic controllers then vectored the aircraft towards Schiphol where the aircraft landed on runway 18C at 15:14 local time. The aircraft initially descended to 10,000ft (which may indicate an onboard pressurization issue), leveling off at this height just seven minutes after the request to descend was first made.

Air Traffic Control 293

Air Traffic Control Transponder Payload Descent 293

One Mile at a Time

JULY 18, 2024

VASAviation is an awesome YouTube channel that shares some interesting air traffic control situations, with both ATC audio and a recreation of what happened. Sloppy LAX parallel takeoff leads to close call Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is of course a large and busy airport, and it has four (near) parallel runways.

Air Traffic Control 112

Air Traffic Control Pilot Runway Jet 112

One Mile at a Time

JULY 20, 2024

Around 2hr50min after departure, the plane was on approach to runway 10 at Tampa Airport. As the plane was coming in over Tampa Bay, while around four miles from the runway, it descended as low as 150 feet, according to ADS-B data. ATC: “Southwest 425, roger, cancel approach clearance, go around runway 10.

Air Traffic Control 141

Air Traffic Control Altimeter Approach Runway 141

AOPA

JUNE 27, 2024

Air traffic controllers are to begin using the safety systems on June 30. uAvionix, an aviation technology company known for its ADS-B transponders and related equipment, said it delivered its surface situational awareness systems to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in Texas and Indianapolis International Airport.

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Runway Transponder Aviation Technology 52

Flight Training Central

MARCH 26, 2024

ARV provides controllers with visual and audible alerts if an approaching aircraft is lined up to land on the wrong airport surface, or even the wrong airport. ARV provides controllers with visual and audible alerts if an approaching aircraft is lined up to land on the wrong airport surface, or even the wrong airport.

Runway 52

Runway Air Traffic Control Approach 52

Aerotime

MAY 1, 2024

A Boeing 747 freighter aborted its takeoff run at Riyadh Airport after realizing it was taking off from a taxiway instead of its assigned runway. Data from Flightradar24 shows that the aircraft taxied from the cargo apron located at the northwestern end of the airfield at 00:28 before taxying down to the taxiway leading to runway 33R.

Tarmac 301

Tarmac Runway Cargo Air Traffic Control 301

Simple Flying

MAY 7, 2024

The extensive bill is set to address the nation's massive shortage of air traffic controllers and implement new safety technology that could assist in reducing runway collisions, among other provisions.

Air Traffic Control 111

Air Traffic Control Approach Runway Airlines 111

Aerotime

APRIL 29, 2024

Operated by one of the carrier’s 19-strong fleet of Boeing 747-8 widebodies as Lufthansa flight LH456, the aircraft made a standard approach to runway 24R at around midday on the day of operation. LH456 Heavy” is then ordered to climb to 2,000 ft before being given further instructions to switch radio frequency to Los Angeles Departures.

Runway 284

Runway Air Traffic Control Threshold Descent 284

Aeroclass Blog

APRIL 24, 2024

Nowadays, it is impossible to imagine a modern airport without one of its most notable attributes: the runway lights. Yet, it is obvious that such a purpose is related to air traffic control. As well as that the runway lights are an indispensable help for anyone in charge of an aircraft in low visibility conditions.

Runway 52

Runway Threshold Approach Air Traffic Control 52

One Mile at a Time

JULY 29, 2024

So the pilot of the first Delta jet advised air traffic control they’d need a minute to crunch the numbers on takeoff performance: Delta 1304 pilot: “Right now, for Delta 1304, we got four knots too much on the tailwind. Air traffic controller: “Delta 2046, that’s fine… and you have access now?”

Air Traffic Control 115

Air Traffic Control Clearance Runway Jet 115

AV Web

JUNE 7, 2024

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) determined last year’s near collision between a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737 and a FedEx Boeing 767 on an Austin, Texas runway was caused by a lack of critical safety technology and errors made by an air traffic controller. That is how we save lives.”

Air Traffic Control 98

Air Traffic Control Runway Jet Airlines 98

AV Web

JULY 13, 2024

Audio from air traffic control reveals the American Eagle flight was cleared to land on the same runway the Endeavor Air jet was taking off. The American pilots questioned the clearance before air traffic control can be heard telling the American Eagle flight to abort the landing and “go around.”

Air Traffic Control 97

Air Traffic Control Jet Clearance Runway 97

AV Web

JULY 26, 2024

Photos by Mariano Rosales 1 of 8 Scott "Scooter" Yoak and his P-51 Quicksilver Airshow performer Patty Wagstaff meets with fans The photo towers are a popular spot for aviation photographers Quicksilver in the pattern at the Fun Fly Zone Kids can try their hand at air traffic control at KidVenture Light-Sport aircraft approach the runway at the Fun (..)

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Runway Approach 52

Aerotime

MAY 20, 2024

The aircraft, registered as N663UA, departed from Zurich Airport’s runway 16 at 10:08 local time. Due to the overweight landing, the airport’s Fire and Rescue Service was on standby, and once the aircraft was safely on the ground, they escorted the plane from the runway to its parking stand.

Air Traffic Control 261

Air Traffic Control Cabin Crew Runway Cargo 261

Flight Training Central

MAY 28, 2024

The numbers 4 and 22 on the approach ends of the runway indicate that the runway is orientated approximately 004° and 022° true. If the wind is as shown by the landing direction indicator, the pilot should land on Runway 9 and expect a crosswind from the right. Runway 31 directly into the wind. Air Traffic Controller.

Crosswind 98

Crosswind Runway Air Traffic Control Approach 98

Simple Flying

JUNE 9, 2024

On Sunday, the countrys aviation regulator confirmed that it has derostered the air traffic control (ATC) staff overseeing operations at the airport during the incident.

Air Traffic Control 96

Air Traffic Control Runway 96

Flying Magazine

MAY 10, 2024

According to the Senate, the reauthorization bill “sets national priorities to strengthen aviation safety standards, grow air traffic controller [and] safety inspector workforce, implement safety technology on runways [and] in cockpits” among other initiatives.

Air Traffic Control 99

Air Traffic Control Cockpit Runway Pilot 99

One Mile at a Time

MAY 29, 2024

The aircraft was cleared to depart runway 35L at Congonhas Airport. This runway is 6,173 feet (or 1,883 meters) long. For whatever reason, during its takeoff roll, the jet took up the entire length of the runway, and only rotated meters before the end of the runway. What could cause an incident like this?

Runway 112

Runway Air Traffic Control Weather Jet 112

Aerotime

JULY 19, 2024

Haynes took the controls and, noting the same control issues, reduced thrust on the number one engine, which resulted in the aircraft rolling out in a wings-level attitude, giving the crew critical time to evaluate the dire situation Flight 232 was facing.

Runway 301

Runway Horizontal Stabilizer Airlines Airline 301

Aerotime

AUGUST 28, 2024

For example, large amounts of steel and aluminum are needed in the construction of trains, cars or airplanes, concrete and steel in the construction of roads, bridges, tunnels, runways. Traffic lights, traffic signs, etc. Air traffic control incl. facilities (radar, radio beacon, etc.)

Air Traffic Control 253

Air Traffic Control Approach Runway Airplanes 253

AV Web

JULY 5, 2024

Crooks initiated a go-around, but before establishing a climb, the right main landing gear struck the runway surface and then detached. The PIC took over while Crooks communicated with air traffic control. The pilots then declared an emergency and requested to divert to a larger airport.

Air Traffic Control 116

Air Traffic Control Airplanes Approach Cockpit 116

Flying Magazine

APRIL 26, 2024

It is not uncommon for air traffic control to pose this question to pilots on IFR flight plans approaching certain airports when the weather is VFR. The FMS-guided visual provides a lateral and vertical path from a fix fairly close to the airport all the way down to the runway,” says Johnson. “Can you accept the visual?”

Approach 92

Approach Air Traffic Control Runway Flight Deck 92

One Mile at a Time

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

BREAKING : Two Delta Airlines planes collide on runway at Georgia airport. the wing of an Airbus A350 taxiing out as DL295 from Atlanta to Tokyo-Haneda made contact with the tail of an Endeavor Air CRJ-900, DL5526 to LaFayette, Louisiana, on an adjacent taxiway, resulting in damage to the tail of the regional jet and the wing of the A350.

Tail 112

Tail Jet Air Traffic Control Clearance 112

AV Web

MAY 10, 2024

According to the Senate, the reauthorization bill “sets national priorities to strengthen aviation safety standards, grow air traffic controller & safety inspector workforce, implement safety technology on runways & in cockpits” among other initiatives.

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Cockpit Runway Pilot 52

AV Web

MAY 10, 2024

According to the Senate, the reauthorization bill “sets national priorities to strengthen aviation safety standards, grow air traffic controller & safety inspector workforce, implement safety technology on runways & in cockpits” among other initiatives.

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Cockpit Runway Pilot 52

Flightworx

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This process involves detailing your intended route, altitude, and timing, providing crucial information for air traffic control and emergency services. Flightworx draws on years of experience to clear the runway for your smooth journey, no matter the destination. Don’t leave access to chance.

Runway 52

Runway Jet Fixed Base Operator Flight Plan 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 23, 2024

Fifteen hundred feet past the end of the runway, a pilot was trapped in the cockpit of an Extra NG. The fiancé told air traffic control that his formation partner had a partial loss of engine power, was trailing smoke, declared an emergency for the accident airplane, and told ATC that the Extra was “making a beeline for the airport right now.”

Knot 87

Knot Runway Pilot Air Traffic Control 87

Northstar VFR

MAY 9, 2024

It was for me, especially when I had to fly to a towered field and talk to Air Traffic Control (ATC). In the back of the AIM is the Pilot Controller Glossary with a long list of ATC phraseology to promote a common understanding of terms used in the Air Traffic Control system.

Pilot 76

Pilot Air Traffic Control Aeronautical Information Manual Clearance 76

Simple Flying

JULY 17, 2024

The news comes after data allegedly revealed that more than 1,000 runway near misses have occurred at airports around the country in the past year. Over two dozen organizations within the aviation industry are urging Congress to expand funding to remodel some facilities operated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Runway 105

Runway Air Traffic Control 105

Flightworx

MAY 21, 2024

From runway maintenance to potential wildlife hazards, here are some of the most important processes and procedures that underpin airport safety. Runway and Taxiway Maintenance Maintaining runways and taxiways is crucial for ensuring the safety and efficiency of airport operations.

Air Traffic Control 52

Air Traffic Control Runway Weather Cargo 52

Jetwhine

JULY 1, 2024

Hawker Accident at Aspen On February 21, 2022, the crew and four passengers aboard a Hawker 800 nearly lost their lives when the twin-engine business jet sailed off the end of Runway 33 into soft snow at Aspen Pitkin County Airport (ASE), Colorado, during its takeoff run. The airplane subsequently departed the end of the runway into the snow.

Flight Plan 105

Flight Plan Knot Runway Cockpit 105

Airline Geeks

MAY 29, 2024

The Boston-bound A319 was forced to reject its takeoff at over 80 knots as the King Air was landing on the intersecting runway.

Knot 117

Knot Runway Air Traffic Control 117

Fear of Landing

AUGUST 2, 2024

The CCTV surveillance footage captured the aircraft attempting to take off from runway 35L. The nose is high in the air with the Boeing’s tail scraping along the runway as a grey plume of smoke forms. com They then made an emergency landing at Milan on runway 35R. Screenshot courtesy of Flightradar24.com

Tail 86

Tail Lift Runway V Speed 86