American lawyer and former Inspector General of the U.S. Department of Transportation
A US Navy Blue Angels flyover at Pensacola Beach has prompted a safety review after a low-altitude pass sent chairs and tents flying and drew mixed political and public reactions. Officials say the maneuver is under review and applicable safety standards are being reassessed.
An Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767-300 has overrun the runway while landing at Miami International Airport after a flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico. The plane struck multiple vehicles on a road beside the airport, killing five people and injuring at least five others. The NTSB has dispatched investigators and the FAA has grounded flights at the airport.
An Amazon Air cargo flight overshot the runway at Miami International Airport, striking vehicles and causing multiple fatalities. Investigators have recovered flight records and are examining weather, speed, and crew actions. Two runways remain closed as the response and probe continue.
As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, a review of how airport and airline security have evolved shows how past attacks shaped today’s checks. From private screeners to TSA controls, the changes have kept travelers safer while raising questions about privacy and efficiency.
Six people aboard a Gulfstream G-100 medical transport have gone missing off Nantucket after losing contact with air traffic control; debris has been found, and the Coast Guard has suspended the search. Latitude Air Ambulance confirms the crew were Canadians and Bermudians; investigators are determining the cause.