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WMSC Issues Order to Metrorail Over Train Operator Certification Requirements

Jennifer McLawhorn
February 29, 2024
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – An order from the WMSC shows it had communicated deficiencies in train operator requirements multiple times in 2023 and 2024.
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FAA Panel Finds Boeing Safety Culture Inadequate And Confusing

Guest authors
February 27, 2024
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The planemaker’s woes continue.

Air France Flight 8969 – A Cabin Crew Perspective

Guest authors
February 23, 2024
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A brave crew in an adverse situation.

Examining The Surprisingly Divisive Debate Surrounding Clapping When An Aircraft Lands

Guest authors
February 20, 2024
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Passengers clap for different reasons, but not everyone appreciates it.

The Reasons Behind The Need For Passengers To Put Their Phones Into Flight Mode

Guest authors
February 20, 2024
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Testing and technology improvement mean interference is unlikely, but regulation remains.

Safety First: Examining The Advanced Safety Features Of The Embraer Praetor 600

Guest authors
February 18, 2024
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The jet boasts features that enhance the well-being of both passengers and crew.

FRA Issues Safety Bulletin on PTC Software Error and Malfunction

David C. Lester
February 17, 2024
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WASHINGTON, D.C. –– In Safety Bulletin 2024-2, issued February 13, the Federal Railroad Administration notified railroads of a software error and malfunction in the Interoperable Electronic Train Management System (PTC).
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California State Sen. Blakespear Introduces Legislation To Revitalize Southern California Rail

David C. Lester
February 17, 2024
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SACRAMENTO –– Earlier this week, California State Sen. Catherine Blakespear introduced legislation to try to resolve and stabilize the problems on the LOSSAN corridor over the past several years.
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WATCH: DART Technology in Alaska

Jennifer McLawhorn
February 14, 2024
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JUNEAU, Alaska – The State of Alaska reports a successful deployment and detonation of two CIL explosives on an unmanned UAS by the Alaska Railroad Corporation and Alaska DOT&PF.
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WMSC Issues Safety Audit of WMATA Metrorail’s Power Systems

Jennifer McLawhorn
February 13, 2024
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington Metrorail Safety Commission (WMSC) issued a safety audit report for Metrorail’s power systems.
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