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Helicopter Canal Crash in Miami-Dade In a canal crash southwest of Miami, Florida, a helicopter traveling from Fort Myers to Miami Executive Airport encountered distress and went down near 187th Avenue and SW 122nd Street. The McDonnell Douglas MD 500E (369E) had two occupants; after the crash, both were rescued and taken to a local hospital where the male passenger later died, while the female is expected to recover. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the cause of the incident, with Miami-Dade police overseeing the death investigation as recovery efforts continue for the submerged aircraft. Click image above for reading the full CBS News article!

Iceland B752 Emergency Landing Investigation Report Released

The Icelandic RNSA released a report on a serious incident involving an Icelandair Boeing 757-200 (TF-ISF) that landed on a closed and occupied runway at Keflavik Airport on Oct 28th, 2019, due to a fuel emergency while another aircraft was stuck on the same runway. The report identified probable causes including runway closure due to another aircraft's excursion, insufficient alternate fuel planning, unavailability of runway condition information, and communication gaps between Keflavik Approach and Reykjavik Airport. The flight, carrying 178 passengers and 6 crew from Seattle, WA, USA, declared an emergency and landed with limited fuel, while the report also notes contributing factors such as misleading information on the availability of braking action data and alternative airport options. Click image above for reading the full RNSA report!

FAA Certifies ICON A5 for Global Expansion

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded primary category type certification to ICON Aircraft's A5 amphibious light sport aircraft, a significant milestone enhancing its international market reach. This certification, distinct from the U.S. light sport category, facilitates easier entry into global markets by aligning with international regulatory standards, and allows ICON to leverage reciprocal agreements for certification in various regions, including Europe, Asia, Australia, and South America. The ICON A5, known for its versatility and design, offers enhanced performance and safety features, requiring a private pilot certificate for operation in its certified edition, marking a new growth phase for ICON's international presence. Click image above for reading the full Flyingmag article!

Airplane Crash & Incident Reviews: Russian Antonov 124 Crash Landing!

Read our today's review of just another tragic Crash that moved the world back when it happened and far beyond. Click image above for reading the full article!

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