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Fatal Crash of Two Indonesian Air Force Super Tucanos

On November 16, 2023, two Indonesian Air Force Embraer EMB-314E Super Tucano aircraft, with registrations TT-3103 and TT-3111, crashed on Mount Bromo's slopes near Keduwung Village, Puspo District, Indonesia, during a military exercise. Both planes, operated by Skadron Udara 21, were flying in a box formation as part of a four-aircraft squadron from Malang-Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport when the incident occurred, resulting in the fatalities of both pilots. The circumstances leading to the crash remain unclear, and the aircraft were completely destroyed, marking a significant loss for the Indonesian Air Force. Click image above for reading the full Detik News article!

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UK CAA Study Highlights Electronic Conspicuity Benefits

The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) published a report emphasizing the importance of Electronic Conspicuity (EC) devices in enhancing airspace safety, particularly for light aircraft. Conducted by GASCo and Jarvis Bagshaw, the study involved pilot surveys and trial flights using eye-tracking technology, revealing benefits of EC in avoiding mid-air collisions and airspace infringements. The report also underscores the need for improved pilot training on EC devices, addressing issues like over-reliance and distraction, and forms part of the CAA's Airspace Modernisation Strategy to integrate crewed and uncrewed airspace users safely. Click image above for reading the full Air Traffic Management article!

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Plus Ultra A340 Engine Trouble; Safe Return to Madrid

A Plus Ultra Airbus A340-300, EC-MQM, operating as Cubana de Aviacion's flight CU-471, experienced engine issues while flying from Madrid, Spain to Santiago, Cuba. Mid-flight, approximately 320 nautical miles west of Lisbon, Portugal, the aircraft encountered a problem with one of its CFM56 engines, prompting the crew to return to Madrid. The plane landed safely after about 3.5 hours of flight and resumed service 22 hours later, continuing flight CU-471. Click image above for reading the full AvHerald article!

Historic Airplane Crash & Incident Reviews: US Airways A320 Crash!

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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