FAA certification / CASA Safety Hub / EASA AD
Patrick Lutz
CEO AEROTHRIVE | Secretary SARP Ltd. | CEO AIRCLIPS | Aviation Expert: Safety, Compliance, Quality, Operations | fmr. CEO AQS, Lufthansa
FAA certifies jet-fueled piston engine
Flying Magazine reports that DeltaHawk has received FAA type certification for its DeltaHawk DHK180 piston powerplant, a jet-fueled engine that has been in development for over two decades. The 180 hp engine, featuring an inverted "V" configuration and mechanical fuel injection, has a slimmer design and 40% fewer parts than similar engines, making it a game-changer for the aviation industry. The company plans to begin production and deliver the first engines in 2024, and it has received interest from various potential customers, including kit builders, the military, and even NASA:
CASA Australia Safety Hub launched
Flight Safety Australia reports that a new pilot safety hub launched by Australian aviation regulator CASA focuses on flying in controlled aerodromes, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and practice when operating in controlled airspace. Pilots must obtain clearances from air traffic control (ATC) and maintain continuous communication while adhering to specific procedures and protocols to ensure safe flights within controlled airspace:
EASA taking action to avoid injuries in Airbus A350s
AeroTime reports that the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued an Airworthiness Directive (AD) addressing safety concerns regarding lavatories on Airbus A350 aircraft. The directive requires airlines operating the A350 to conduct inspections and take corrective actions if necessary, due to the potential risk of lavatory module detachments that could result in injuries to cabin crew and passengers during emergencies:
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