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FAA Clears Higher Takeoff Weights For Boeing 787-9, -10

The FAA has approved higher takeoff weights for the Boeing 787-9 and 787-10, giving operators more flexibility to carry additional payload or extend range on long-haul routes.

Digital Airman Certificate Bill Clears U.S. House

Measure would permit pilots to present electronic credentials during FAA inspections.

House Moves to Bring Back Civil Overland Supersonic Flight

Measure would direct FAA to write new regulations for civil aircraft flying faster than Mach 1.

FAA Letter Says Whiteman Airport Obligated to Stay Open

Los Angeles County still continues to study closure.

FAA Expands Swift 100R Engine STC

Amended STC broadens engine coverage for the unleaded avgas.

Aviation Safety

Thinking Inside The Box

Predicting landing performance can mean a deep dive into the airplane's documentation, with no precise answers. The post Thinking Inside The Box appeared first on Aviation Safety.

Final Checks

As these pilots discovered, a takeoff clearance at a busy towered airport doesn't always mean there isn't a potential conflict. The post Final Checks appeared first on Aviation Safety.

FAA Advocates Angle Of Attack Sensors, Training

A new special airworthiness information bulletin (SAIB) from the FAA formally advises voluntary installation and use of low-airspeed alerting systems like AOA displays. The post FAA Advocates Angle Of Attack Sensors, Training appeared first on Aviation Safety.

Propeller Problems

The following is derived from maintenance facility submissions to the FAA's Service Difficulty Reports database. The post Propeller Problems appeared first on Aviation Safety.

Final Entry

February 2025 is the last issue of this magazine that will be printed on paper and mailed to subscribers. The post Final Entry appeared first on Aviation Safety.