Flight Safety Information - May 20, 2025 No. 100 In This Issue : Incident: Mandarin AT72 at Kaohsiung on May 16th 2025, engine cover opened in flight : Airbus A330-303 - Bird Strike (Bangladesh) : Cessna 550 Citation II - Runway Excursion (Tennessee) : Charging your device on a Southwest flight is about to get more complicated : Passenger jet had to abort takeoff to avoid runway collision at New York's LaGuardia Airport : America's airport meltdown is coming at the worst possible time : FAA Hosts Industry Forum to Advance Ramp Worker Safety Nationwide : FAA Plans 787 Inspections For Non-Compliant Titanium : IBAC Unveils Risk-management Program, Expands Reach : Cathay Pacific marks first batch of cadet pilots from in-house training program : Britain to upgrade military pilot training with $400 million package : First Production Aircraft of World’s Fastest Business Jet, the Bombardier Global 8000, Completes Flawless Inaugural Flight : Alaska Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Portland after tire failure at takeoff : Nominations for ISASI - Jerry Lederer Award - Please submit before May 30 : Calendar of Events Incident: Mandarin AT72 at Kaohsiung on May 16th 2025, engine cover opened in flight A Mandarin Airlines Avions de Transport Regional ATR-72-212A, registration B-16853 performing flight AE-301 from Kaohsiung to Kinmen (Taiwan), was climbing out of Kaohsiung's runway 09 when the crew stopped the climb at about 4000 feet due to the left hand engine (PW127M) cover opening in flight. The crew decided to return to Kaohsiung and landed safely on runway 09 about 15 minutes after departure. https://avherald.com/h?article=527f1c50&opt=0 Airbus A330-303 - Bird Strike (Bangladesh) Date: Tuesday 20 May 2025 Time: 01:09 UTC Type: Airbus A330-303 Owner/operator: Türk Hava Yoları - Turkish Airlines Registration: TC-JOG MSN: 1620 Year of manufacture: 2015 Engine model: GE CF6-80E1A3 Fatalities: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: Other fatalities: 0 Aircraft damage: Minor Location: Dhaka-Shahjalal International Airport (DAC/VGHS) - Bangladesh Phase: Initial climb Nature: Passenger - Scheduled Departure airport: Dhaka-Shahjalal International Airport (DAC/VGHS) Destination airport: Istanbul-Atatürk Airport (ISL/LTBA) Confidence Rating: Information is only available from news, social media or unofficial sources Narrative: Turkish Airlines flight TK713, an Airbus A330-303, suffered a bird strike during takeoff from runway 14 at Dhaka Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), Bangladesh. The flight entered a hold and landed safely back at DAC, 53 minutes after takeoff. https://asn.flightsafety.org/wikibase/513063 Cessna 550 Citation II - Runway Excursion (Tennessee) Date: Sunday 18 May 2025 Time: 15:20 UTC Type: Cessna 550 Citation II Owner/operator: Cypress Aircraft Sales Inc Registration: N90PT MSN: 550-0465 Year of manufacture: 1983 Engine model: P&W Canada JT15D-4 Fatalities: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: Other fatalities: 0 Aircraft damage: Unknown Location: Gatlinburg Airport, TN (GKT/KGKT) - United States of America Phase: Landing Nature: Passenger - Scheduled Departure airport: Williston Municipal Airport, FL (X60) Destination airport: Gatlinburg Airport, TN (GKT/KGKT) Confidence Rating: Information is only available from news, social media or unofficial sources Narrative: A Cessna Citation suffered a runway excursion during landing at Gatlinburg Airport, TN (GKT). https://asn.flightsafety.org/wikibase/513000 Charging your device on a Southwest flight is about to get more complicated Southwest Airlines has started warning passengers about the use of power banks on flights. It's set to introduce a new safety policy next week. The change comes after an Air Busan plane caught fire when a power bank overheated in January. Southwest Airlines is restricting the use of power banks due to the risk of them catching fire during flights. A spokesperson told Business Insider that the airline will introduce a "first-in-industry safety policy" on May 28. "Using portable charging devices while stored in a bag or overhead bin will no longer be permitted," they added. "Nothing is more important to Southwest than the safety of its customers and employees." Since last week, passengers checking in for their flights on the Southwest app have received pop-up notifications that warn about portable charging devices. A Reddit user shared a screenshot from the app, which read: "If you use a power bank during your flight, keep it out of your bag and in plain sight. Do not charge devices in the overhead bin." The devices are powered by lithium batteries that can overheat and catch fire. In such rare cases, keeping the device in plain sight makes it easier for flight attendants to identify any smoke or fire and react quickly to extinguish it. Last year, the Federal Aviation Administration recorded about three incidents every two weeks, compared to fewer than one a week in 2018. The FAA has recorded nine confirmed incidents in the US this year. There have been other suspected cases and disruptions caused just by the risk of overheating. Last month, a Lufthansa Airbus A380 with 461 passengers had to divert to Boston when a passenger's tablet became stuck in a seat. The most notable incident occurred in South Korea in January. An Air Busan plane was about to take off when a fire spread through the cabin, injuring seven people. Investigators later said the fire was likely caused by a power bank, found in an overhead luggage bin. The Korean government subsequently tightened its rules for airlines, which included prohibiting storing them in the overhead bins. In the US, there are already many limits on power banks, which are banned from checked luggage. Southwest is going a step further in response to recent incidents. https://www.yahoo.com/news/charging-device-southwest-flight-more-102333550.html Passenger jet had to abort takeoff to avoid runway collision at New York's LaGuardia Airport When a passenger jet roaring down the runway toward takeoff at New York's LaGuardia Airport had to slam on the brakes earlier this month because another plane was still on the runway, Renee Hoffer and all the other passengers were thrown forward in their seats. Hoffer wound up in the emergency room the next day after the near miss on May 6 because her neck started hurting and her left arm went numb. “The stop was as hard as any car accident I've been in,” Hoffer said. Both the Federal Aviation Administration and the National Transportation Safety Board said Monday that they are investigating the incident in which a Republic Airways jet had to abort takeoff and slam to a stop because a United Airlines plane was still taxiing across the runway. The close call happened despite the airport being equipped with an advanced surface radar system that’s designed to help prevent such close calls. In audio from the tower that ABC obtained from the website www.LiveATC.net, the air traffic controller said to the pilot of the Republic Airways jet: “Sorry, I thought United had cleared well before that.” At the time that controller was directing the Republic Airways jet to takeoff, a ground controller on a different radio frequency was directing the United plane to a new taxiway after it missed the first one it was supposed to use to exit the runway. When the passengers got off the plane after the close call at 12:35 a.m., Hoffer said the gate agents refused to even give them hotel vouchers for the night because they blamed the weather even though another passenger said she had an app on her phone that showed another plane was on the runway. Hoffer said she's been stuck in a customer service nightmare since the flight Republic was operating for American Airlines ended abruptly. She said neither the airline nor the FAA has answered her complaints while she continues to nurse the pinched nerve in her neck that the ER doctors identified. Both the airlines and the airport referred questions to the FAA. The number of close calls in recent years has created serious concerns for the FAA, NTSB and other safety experts. The NTSB’s investigation of a February 2023 close call in Austin highlighted the concerns, but there have been a number of other high-profile near misses. In one case, a Southwest Airlines jet coming in for a landing in Chicago narrowly avoided smashing into a business jet crossing the runway. LaGuardia is one of just 35 airports across the country equipped with the FAA's best technology to prevent such runway incursions. The ASDS-X system uses a variety of technology to help controllers track planes and vehicles on the ground. At the other 490 U.S. airports with a control tower, air traffic controllers have to rely on more low-tech tools like a pair of binoculars to keep track of aircraft on the ground because the systems are expensive. Expanding the systems to more airports is something Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy would like to do if Congress signs off on his multi-billion-dollar plan to overhaul the nation's aging air traffic control system. But it's clear the technology is not perfect because close calls continue happening. The FAA is taking a number of additional steps to try to reduce the number of close calls, and it plans to install an additional warning system at LaGuardia in the future. But the rate of runway incursions per 1 million takeoffs and landings has remained around 30 for a decade. The rate got as high as 35 in 2017 and 2018. But generally there are fewer than 20 of the most serious kind of incursions where a collision was narrowly avoided or there was a significant potential for a crash, according to the FAA. That number did hit 22 in 2023 but fell to just 7 last year. To help, there are efforts to develop a system that will warn pilots directly about traffic on a runway instead of alerting the controller and relying on them to relay the warning. That could save precious seconds. But the FAA has not yet certified a system to warn pilots directly that Honeywell International has been developing for years. https://www.yahoo.com/news/passenger-jet-had-abort-takeoff-190833852.html America's airport meltdown is coming at the worst possible time America’s skies are running on floppy disks and copper wires from the 1980s. Travelers are paying the price. Newark Liberty International Airport has been melting down, an air traffic controller facility in Colorado had a communication outage, and Atlanta’s airport also ground to a halt last week. The chaos at Newark and Atlanta, two of America’s busiest airports, highlights what United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby calls a “broken system” in desperate need of an upgrade. The FAA issued ground stops at both hubs due to equipment issues and telecommunications failures — problems that have become increasingly common as the agency struggles with outdated technology, staffing shortages, and management issues. The Trump administration unveiled its solution earlier this month with a “Brand New Air Traffic Control System Plan.” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the plan requires all funding upfront, not in piecemeal tranches. “One of the problems in the past is when you give small tranches of money year over year, politics change, leadership changes, presidents change... and it never gets built,” Duffy said at a news conference. While the administration hasn’t specified a total price tag, the $12.5 billion already passed by the House is described as a “down payment,” with industry groups estimating the true cost closer to $31 billion. Newark’s issues run particularly deep. The airport has been in a state of near-constant disruption since late April, when air traffic controllers briefly lost radar access — a terrifying moment that prompted controllers to take emergency leave under federal compensation rules. United, which accounts for about 70% of Newark’s traffic, has been forced to cancel dozens of flights daily. Kirby placed the blame squarely on a 2016 FAA decision to remove “slot controls” at the airport, a scheduling mechanism that limits how many flights can take off or land each hour. “It was a mistake to de-slot the airport,” Kirby wrote in a Fox News op-ed. “Every single data point says so.” A Colorado facility overseeing flights across much of the West lost communication for about 90 seconds before service was restored, though the FAA said operations were unaffected. At Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson — the world’s busiest airport — a Mother’s Day ground stop lasted until noon due to “a runway equipment issue,” delaying more than 600 flights. The disruption affected thousands of travelers at one of the nation’s key transportation hubs, with the FAA only saying that technicians were “working to address the problem.” Meanwhile, staffing remains a critical issue, with Newark particularly hard-hit. The airport has 22 air traffic controllers, significantly less than a target of 38, according to the FAA. Newark moved its air traffic control to Philadelphia last year with the hopes of easing recruiting in a cheaper area than the New York City metro. But last Monday, three controllers were on shift when the target was 14, causing delays of up to seven hours, according to The New York Times. The stakes for air safety were made clear in January when an American Airlines regional jet collided with a U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter over the Potomac River near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, killing all 67 people aboard. In March, a National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) investigation revealed an alarming pattern: There was at least one “close call” each month between commercial planes and helicopters at DCA over a 13-year period. Between late 2021 and 2024 alone, the NTSB identified more than 15,000 “close-proximity events” between aircraft. “This was not an isolated incident, but a symptom of broader failures in our aviation safety system,” families of the January crash victims said in a statement after the NTSB report, which highlighted many of the same issues plaguing Newark. The Brand New Air Traffic Control System Plan seeks to address these issues through comprehensive technological upgrades. Priorities include replacing 25,000 analog radios with VoIP systems, upgrading primary radar configurations, and retiring “dozens of bespoke information-display systems still running on floppy disks and CDs.” But critics argue the plan throws money at symptoms without treating the disease. Aviation blogger Gary Leff calls it “a band-aid” that “rewards failure with more money” while failing to address the FAA’s structural problems. Unlike NavCanada — Canada’s nonprofit air traffic control system that is decades ahead technologically — the FAA both regulates itself and provides services, creating what reformers see as a fundamental conflict of interest. “The FAA’s Air Traffic Organization has no accountability because the same agency writes safety rules and runs the system,” Leff said in a blog post. The first Trump administration attempted similar reforms along the lines of Canada’s model but couldn’t overcome political resistance despite support from the air traffic controllers. As summer travel season approaches — typically the busiest and most profitable quarter for airlines — the industry is watching nervously to see if the administration’s technological band-aid will arrive in time to prevent Newark’s problems from spreading throughout America’s increasingly fragile airspace. https://www.yahoo.com/news/americas-airport-meltdown-coming-worst-090000156.html FAA Hosts Industry Forum to Advance Ramp Worker Safety Nationwide A cross-sector aviation forum gathered in D.C. to address ramp worker safety hazards and explore collaborative safety solutions. A diverse group of aviation industry stakeholders met on Thursday at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) headquarters building in Washington, D.C., to discuss ramp worker safety. The listening session was part of the FAA’s ongoing Call to Action for ramp workers' safety, including cargo handlers, fuelers, loaders, caterers, marshallers, and maintenance workers. The goal of the forum was to identify hazards and explore innovative safety solutions by fostering collaboration and sharing best safety practices. The 2024 FAA Reauthorization Act mandated a review of airport ramp worker safety and ways to reduce accidents. The forum featured presentations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, National Air Transportation Association, SAE Aeroengine Hazard Zone Committee, Flight Safety International, airports, airlines, and labor groups. Robust conversations focused on operational safety, training, change management, incidents, and perspectives on ramp worker hazards. Participants included representatives from the National Air Carrier Association, Airlines for America, Nashville International Airport, McGhee Tyson Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association, Transportation Workers of America, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, and Communication Workers of America. The feedback from participants regarding improving ramp task scheduling, reassessing staffing needs, and appropriate training was invaluable. The agency will evaluate how these actions support the requirements of section 353 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 to further enhance the future state of ramp worker safety. https://ohsonline.com/articles/2025/05/19/faa-hosts-industry-forum-to-advance-ramp-worker-safety-nationwide.aspx FAA Plans 787 Inspections For Non-Compliant Titanium The FAA has proposed mandating Boeing-recommended inspections of about 100 787-9s and -10s for fuselage fittings that may be constructed from the wrong grade of titanium. A draft rule published May 14 would require inspections of affected aircraft within 48 months. An alert requirements bulletin issued in February lists 97 787-9s and -10s as possibly having the noncompliant parts. All affected aircraft were manufactured from early 2016 through mid-2017. According to the draft rule, certain pressure deck area fittings may have been installed that are made from an “incorrect” grade 1 or 2 titanium. The parts should be made from Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V, which is stronger and has higher damage tolerance. Boeing’s proposed steps require a high frequency eddy current inspection or handheld X-ray fluorescence spectrometer inspection of the affected parts within 48 months. Any parts found that are made of the incorrect material must be replaced immediately. Certain fastener holes also must be inspected. The FAA’s draft rule is based on Boeing’s instructions. Affected parts include pressure deck floor beam brackets and fittings at certain body stations. The pressure deck is located where the wings attach to the fuselage and separates the pressurized cabin and unpressurized wheel well. Boeing’s bulletin and the proposed mandate stem from “reports of multiple supplier notices of escapement” reporting that the parts may have been manufactured with incorrect material, the draft rule said. Neither the FAA draft rule nor the Boeing bulletins identify suppliers involved. Boeing declined to comment. Boeing in 2021 reported a series of parts supplied by Leonardo, including floor beam fittings and brackets, were made out of non-conforming titanium. The FAA ordered inspections of more than 450 787-9s and -10s as a result. Leonardo said a sub-tier supplier was responsible for the affected parts. https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/safety-ops-regulation/faa-plans-787-inspections-non-compliant-titanium IBAC Unveils Risk-management Program, Expands Reach IBAC added first Latin American partner, as well as one in the UK The International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) is rolling out the Core Risk Management platform this week at 2025 EBACE to help provide smaller aviation businesses with a framework for safety processes. Targeted at operators, ground-handling services, aircraft maintenance operations, and small airports, the Core program provides a self-paced online platform with tools and methods to help organize a company’s existing risk management processes and help identify gaps. “Our member associations have felt strongly about the need for a simple, flexible risk management tool for their members, which was endorsed by the IBAC governing board this week,” said IBAC director general Kurt Edwards. “Many smaller organizations within the business aviation industry want to build a stronger foundation for managing safety, but may be challenged by limitations of time and resources for non-core risks.” Core was designed as a resource for those looking to either establish or improve existing safety practices and processes, he added. Besides adding services, IBAC is expanding its reach, signing up its first industry partner in Latin America, as well as its first UK-based operations affiliate. Brazilian-based aviation services provider SynerJet joined the Industry Partner Program (IPP), as did UK-based flight-planning specialist Echo3. They joined 20 other organizations in the IPP program that collaborate with IBAC’s 15 member associations and secretariat on key business aviation issues. “There are many challenges and opportunities in our industry, and we feel it is important to provide strong support and get involved in IBAC’s mission,” said SynerJet’s Adalberto Febeliano. James Wiskin, Echo3 operations specialist, added, “We are excited to be part of IBAC and look forward to supporting its global mission for business aviation.” Also this week, IBAC recognized TrainingPort founder and president Scott Macpherson with its DG (directional gyroscope) Award for his “exceptional and strategic contributions to IBAC and the global business aviation community.” Macpherson has served on the IBAC Governing Board since 2012 as the representative of the Canadian Business Aviation Association, holding roles as vice chair, chair, and immediate past chair. “IBAC and the global business aviation community have benefited greatly from Scott Macpherson’s profound contributions,” said IBAC governing board chairman Ali Alnaqbi in presenting the award. “It has been a privilege to work with and learn from Scott. He has not only shared his keen insight of the industry with me and the IBAC organization, but he has helped steer IBAC and its programs to grow and better serve the industry.” MacPherson has a 30-year background as a pilot and manager in corporate aviation, most recently flying a Dassault Falcon 900LX. His flight department was the first registered operator under the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) program. https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/business-aviation/2025-05-18/ibac-unveils-risk-management-program-expands-reach Cathay Pacific marks first batch of cadet pilots from in-house training program Cathay Pacific recently celebrated the graduation of its latest batch of cadet pilots who completed the Cadet Pilot Training Program. This is also the first group of cadet pilot graduates to receive in-house ground theory training at the airline’s own Cathay Academy. The batch of 34 cadet pilots also underwent flight training at AeroGuard Flight Training Center in Arizona and Multi Crew Cooperation (MCC) training in flight simulators with Cathay Academy before graduating from the program. The airline said that since their graduation on May 16, 2025, the cadet pilots have joined Cathay Pacific as second officers and have started flying duty. There are currently more than 500 cadet pilots in training as part of the Cathay Pacific Cadet Pilot Training Program. “Developing aviation talent has always been a priority for Cathay. Our Cadet Pilot Training Program provides us with world-class aviators, many of whom have gone on to hold senior training positions with us, as well as key flying leadership roles,” said Cathay Chief Operations and Service Delivery Officer, Alex McGowan. “Today’s graduation carries special significance as it marks our first group of cadet pilots to go through our very own Cathay Academy ground school, including Multi Crew Cooperation training in our simulators. This enables us to ensure the highest quality training, get closer to our future pilots, and enrich their overall experience. It also expands our ability to develop future generations of aviation talent locally,” McGowan, who was also present at the graduation, added. Cathay Pacific currently operates multi-path integrated courses for training its cadet pilots, including courses developed with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and its in-house Cathay Academy. Each course sees cadets first undertake theoretical ground training, then flight training, either at AeroGuard Flight Training Center in Arizona or Flight Training Adelaide in Adelaide, followed by multi-crew simulator training, also developed by Cathay Academy, at the airline’s Cathay City headquarters in Hong Kong. Cathay Pacific’s Cadet Pilot Training Program was launched in 1988. Graduates of the programme include 185 captains, more than 40 of whom are training captains. The airline also has seven management pilots who originated from the program. Since 2022, Cathay’s Cadet Pilot Training Program has provided training for more than 1,000 cadet pilots. https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/cathay-pacific-marks-first-batch-of-cadet-pilots-from-in-house-training-program Britain to upgrade military pilot training with $400 million package British military pilots will get new training infrastructure, including for the Rivet Joint signals intelligence aircraft. (UK Ministry of Defence) MILAN — Plagued by retention challenges, the United Kingdom has committed fresh funds to increasing the number of trainees within the Royal Air Force and Navy who can train in new facilities and with novel capabilities. The scale-up will be enabled by the allocation of a £300 million ($401 million) contract by DE&S, the procurement arm of the Ministry of Defense, to U.K.-based company Ascent Flight Training. Such an investment will result in a four-fold increase in mission aircrew trainees to 140 per year and equip them with the skills to operate a wide range of aircraft, according to an MoD statement. The recruits will be taught in new buildings at the Royal Naval Air Station in Culdrose and the Royal Air Force Station near Cranwell using new technology geared towards reducing flight hours and carbon footprint. The equipment will be delivered by a mix of U.S. and British providers, including Lockheed Martin which will supply state-of-the-art mission simulated environments. Draken International will support the upgraded fleet of Textron King Air 350E Avenger aircraft and the London-based Babcock International Group will build two of the new training complexes. Such a contract is part of the Future ISTAR and Rear Crew Training System, or FIRCTS, a program implemented by the UK MoD to modernize current training systems for mission aircrew and enhance training capability. “Once training is complete, mission aircrew will be qualified to operate the latest applicable innovations on platforms such as Merlin Mk2 and Wildcat helicopters, Poseidon MRA1 aircraft, Rivet Join and remotely piloted systems such as the Protector RG Mk1,” the DE&S release said. The first trainees are expected to be able to use the new training system beginning in 2027. While the British Armed Forces have been experiencing recruitment challenges for some time, officials have said that some branches are now doing better than others at retaining numbers. Last month, a report from the UK Defence Journal noted that the Chief of Defence Staff Adm. Sir Tony Radakin informed Members of Parliament that the military was declining at a monthly rate “of about 200 to 300,” but that the Navy has “stabilized” and the Air Force remains “reasonably stable.” https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2025/05/19/britain-to-upgrade-military-pilot-training-with-400-million-package/ First Production Aircraft of World’s Fastest Business Jet, the Bombardier Global 8000, Completes Flawless Inaugural Flight TORONTO, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bombardier today announced that the first production Global 8000 aircraft has successfully completed its inaugural flight. The milestone was completed on May 16 from Bombardier’s state-of-the-art Aircraft Assembly Centre in Mississauga, Ont., and the aircraft executed a series of tests, part of the production flight test procedures during the flight. The exquisite jet landed under the expert command of pilot Sandro Novelli, assisted by co-pilot Charlie Honey and flight engineer Bhargav Bhavsar. All flight controls were exercised on the aircraft, and the systems and aircraft performed as expected. This marks the latest milestone for Bombardier’s Global 8000 program. The Global 8000 flight test vehicle (FTV) has exceeded expectations in flight testing and the first production aircraft will soon travel to Bombardier’s Laurent Beaudoin Completion Centre in Montreal where interior completions will take place ahead of its planned entry-into-service (EIS) in the second half of 2025. “This first production flight marks yet another successful milestone for Bombardier’s Global 8000 program and we are very pleased with how the aircraft performed on its maiden journey,” said Stephen McCullough, Senior Vice President, Engineering and Product Development, Bombardier. “Having this first production aircraft take to the skies is another important step in this journey that will redefine the business aviation landscape. With its low cabin altitude, luxurious and healthy cabin, signature smooth ride and unparalleled performance capabilities, the Global 8000 is the clear choice for discerning owners and operators who prioritize convenience and flexibility.” “This is a very special accomplishment for our Global 8000 aircraft, the latest highlight for this transformational business jet,” said David Murray, Executive Vice President, Manufacturing, IT and Bombardier Operational Excellence System. “This first flight is a reflection of the dedication and high skill level of our engineering, production and flight teams to follow through and execute with precision and mastery at all stages of the manufacturing and flight-testing process.” The new Global 8000 business jet is the evolution of the highly successful Global 7500 aircraft, which has amassed more than 250,000 flying hours and 200-plus deliveries since entering into service in 2018. Bombardier’s flagship of a new era, the Global 8000, sets new standards for performance and ride quality, with the top speed of any civil aircraft since Concorde at Mach 0.94, the longest range for a four-zone business jet at 8,000 NM and the industry’s smoothest ride. The Global 8000 is the ultimate time machine, unlocking more routes than ever before including Dubai to Houston, Singapore to Los Angeles, London to Perth and many others, as well as introducing a first ever ultra-high cruise speed of Mach 0.92. At this average cruise speed, the Global 8000 can have a range of up to 4,200 nautical miles, getting you to your destinations in less time. Bombardier’s nimble Global 8000 also possesses impressive runway performance comparable to a light jet. Its unique design and cutting-edge engineering provide customers with the ability to access smaller airports other aircraft in its category can’t access. The Global 8000 aircraft will also set an extremely high bar in terms of luxury and comfort. This trailblazing business jet will offer exceptional comfort, featuring four true living spaces and a separate crew rest area. The discerning business jet will also feature the longest seated length size in its class along with the industry’s healthiest cabin and low cabin altitude, designed to maximize passenger comfort and productivity throughout their travels. About Bombardier At Bombardier (BBD-B.TO), we design, build, modify and maintain the world’s best-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. That means not simply exceeding standards, but understanding customers well enough to anticipate their unspoken needs. For them, we are committed to pioneering the future of aviation—innovating to make flying more reliable, efficient and sustainable. And we are passionate about delivering unrivaled craftsmanship and care, giving our customers greater confidence and the elevated experience they deserve and expect. Because people who shape the world will always need the most productive and responsible ways to move through it. Bombardier customers operate a fleet of more than 5,100 aircraft, supported by a vast network of Bombardier team members worldwide and 10 service facilities across six countries. Bombardier’s performance-leading jets are proudly manufactured in aerostructure, assembly and completion facilities in Canada, the United States and Mexico. In 2024, Bombardier was honoured with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award for Brands and Communication Design. https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/05/20/3084641/0/en/First-Production-Aircraft-of-World-s-Fastest-Business-Jet-the-Bombardier-Global-8000-Completes-Flawless-Inaugural-Flight.html Alaska Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Portland after tire failure at takeoff Alaska Airlines Flight 413 declared an emergency before landing in Portland due to a tire failure at departure from Chicago. No injuries were reported. PORTLAND, Ore. — An Alaska Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Portland International Airport on Monday morning after experiencing a tire failure during departure from Chicago. Alaska Airlines Flight 413, en route from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Portland, sustained the tire failure during takeoff, according to the airline. Flight and maintenance crews determined it was safe to continue the approximately two-hour flight to Portland. As a precaution, pilots declared an emergency landing to ensure additional support was available if needed, the airline said. The aircraft landed safely at about 9:20 a.m. and a couple parked in the cell phone waiting area saw it come in. "Once the airplane came down and landed and it was the only one landing on that runway, we saw two more fire trucks with their lights on coming from the other side," said Pam Dickey. "We just watched it, nothing was on fire no smoke, don't know what was happening to it." The Port of Portland said PDX Airport Fire & Rescue was dispatched at 9 a.m., indicating the tire failure occurred during departure rather than on landing. "When you have some kind of a irregular thing happen to you, you want to make sure that you have all the the safety bases covered. So that's kind of standard to have the equipment standing by," Elden Ferris, a retired commercial airline pilot from Vancouver, told KGW. The aircraft is being evaluated by Alaska Airlines maintenance technicians. "While this incident is a rare occurrence, our flight crews train extensively to safely manage through many scenarios," Alaska Airlines said in a statement. "We apologize for any concern this experience may have caused." Data indicates airliner tire blowouts or "bursts" are relatively rare, occurring in approximately one in 10,000 takeoffs, and in approximately one in 100,000 landings. It is far more rare for there to be any incident caused by tire bursts as the vast majority of planes experiencing a tire burst land safely. https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/alaska-airlines-emergency-landing-pdx-tire-failure/283-37fed937-ea91-448b-8553-5d6b7335476b Nominations for ISASI - Jerry Lederer Award - Please submit before May 30 Please consider nominating someone who you know is deserving of the Jerry Lederer Award: any member of ISASI may submit a nomination. The nominee is not required to be an ISASI member and may be an individual, a group of individuals, or an organization. The nomination can be for a single event, a series of events, or a lifetime of achievement. Nomination statements should emphasize an original and remarkable contribution and personal effort beyond normal duty requirements. To nominate, a letter no more than a single page, is written outlining the individual’s achievements; such traits as persistence, standing among peers, manner and techniques of operating, and achievements are considered. The nomination letter is to be e-mailed to both the ISASI office (ann.schull@isasi.org ) and to the Awards Committee Chair (Dave King - kingdfk@aol.com). Nominations must be received by May 30th. www.isasi.org CALENDAR OF EVENTS · Sixth Edition of International Accident Investigation Forum, 21 to 23 May 2025, Singapore · Flight Safety Foundation - Aviation Safety Forum June 5-6, 2025 - Brussels . 2025 EASA-FAA International Aviation Safety Conference, 10 Jun 2025 to 12 Jun 2025, Cologne, Germany · The 9th Shanghai International Aerospace Technology and Equipment Exposition 2025; June 11 to 13, 2025 . South Texas Business Aviation Association June 20th at the Galaxy FBO at Conroe Airport, Texas. . Airborne Public Safety Association -APSCON / APSCON Unmanned 2025 in Phoenix, AZ | July 14-18, 2025 . 3rd annual Asia Pacific Summit for Aviation Safety (AP-SAS), July 15-17, 2025, Singapore, organized by Flight Safety Foundation and CAAS. . Asia Pacific Aviation Safety Seminar 2025; 10-11 September 2025; Manila, Philippines · ISASI ANNUAL SEMINAR 2025'September 29, 2025 – October 3, 2025, DENVER, COLORADO . Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC™) - 2025 – October 27-29th (Omaha, Nebraska) . 29th annual Bombardier Safety Standdown, November 11-13, 2025; Wichita, Kansas · CHC Safety & Quality Summit, 11th – 13th November 2025, Vancouver, BC Canada Curt Lewis