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Jetstar A320 approached Christchurch at an altitude too low
New Zealand's transportation investigation commission (TAIC) found that whilst approaching Christchurch, a Jetstar A320 descended below the regulated altitude for a segment of the arrival procedure.
Sydney to London Pilot Fatigue: Will Pilots and CASA Approve Qantas’ 23-Hour Route?
Pilot fatigue from Sydney to London may be an obstacle for Qantas as it works prepares to purchase planes for its 23-hour international flight.
Pilot Found Guilty after Aviation Expert Witness Testimony
Following aviation expert witness testimony, a UK pilot was found guilty of violating aviation laws after overloading his aircraft.
Drone Home Delivery Approval in Australia and the United States
Drone home delivery is now a reality as Australian and U.S. aviation authorities approved Wing Aviation's use of unmanned aircraft over certain suburbs at particular times.
Largest Plane in the World Lifts Off for First Time
The largest plane in the world, built for U.S.-based transport venture Stratolaunch, has taken to the skies for the first time.
CASA’s Manual of Standards for Drone Operations Consultation
CASA has released a summary of the results from a drone operations consultation performed regarding a proposed Manual of Standards.
Airspace Assessment Interview with Property Council of Australia
AvLaw Managing Director Amin Hamzavian was interviewed by Property Australia on airspace assessment and restrictions when developing property.
Right Flight, Wrong Place: Plane Lands in Wrong Country
Imagine enjoying a flight, when the plane lands in the wrong country. That happened on British Airways, when a flight landed in Scotland instead of Germany.
ATSB Bird Strike Report shows Collisions are Common
An ATSB bird strike report released this month shows that bird strikes are surprisingly common, with over 16,000 occurring between 2008 and 2017.
Probing the FAA Approval of the 737 Max 8
The FAA's approval of the 737 Max 8 aircraft, which crashed twice leaving hundreds killed, has brought the aviation regulator under scrutiny.
Grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX: The Fall of the MAX Series?
The worldwide grounding of the Boeing 737 MAX series following the Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 disaster raises questions about the future of the young aircraft model.
The BARS audit: Why it matters to organisations that utilise aviation support services
Basic Aviation Risk Standard audits (BARS audits) are critical for companies and organisations that use aviation support in their operations.