The FAA has reported an uptick in runway incursion events at both towered and non-towered airports. Here's what's driving them and how to protect yourself on the ground.
TowerThe FAA has deployed its 100th Surface Awareness Initiative system, expanding real-time ground surveillance to medium-traffic airports across the U.S.
TowerLearn the climb-into-it, dive-away-from-it rule for positioning your flight controls while taxiing in strong or gusty winds.
PatternA United Airlines Boeing 767 struck a bakery truck and light pole while taxiing at Newark, raising questions about airport infrastructure clearances.
TowerGround crews see major differences between the A320neo and 737 MAX in engine clearance, cargo loading, and maintenance access.
TowerAn American Airlines jet made an emergency stop on a Charlotte runway after an airport ops truck appeared in its path, reigniting FAA runway safety concerns.
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