Flight Safety Information - June 11, 2025 No. 116 In This Issue : Incident: LATAM Brasil A320 at Santiago de Chile on Jun 9th 2025, engine fire during line up : Incident: American A321 at Charlotte on Jun 9th 2025, tail strike on landing : Incident: United B739 at Denver on Jun 9th 2025, smoking brakes : Coast Guard suspends search for 6 aboard Cessna that crashed in waters off Point Loma : Langworthy urges FAA nominee to uphold pilot training rule : 3 major airlines secretly sold your data to the government : Florida-based Silver Airways cancels all flights, tells passengers not to go to airport : World’s biggest aircraft owner set for $1bn payout in stranded Russian planes case : Envoy Air adds 33 new E175 aircraft to its fleet : South Korean F-16 pilots eject safely during takeoff crash at US base in Alaska : VietJet in talks to order about 100 Airbus jets, Bloomberg News reports : Pentagon slashes in half its request for Air Force F-35s, Bloomberg News reports : Graduate Research Request - 1 : GRADUATE RESEARCH REQUEST - 2 : Calendar of Events : TODAY'S PHOTO Incident: LATAM Brasil A320 at Santiago de Chile on Jun 9th 2025, engine fire during line up A LATAM Brasil Airbus A320-200, registration PR-MAG performing flight LA-1325 from Santiago (Chile) to Asuncion (Paraguay), was lining up Santiago's runway 17R for departure when the left hand engine caught fire. Emergency services responded and put the fire out. Chile's DGCA reported flight LA-1325 was cancelled due to a technical incident during start of the takeoff process. After all safety protocols had been applied the aircraft returned to the apron, where the passengers disembarked safely. The flight was cancelled. The aircraft is still on the ground in Santiago about 23 hours after lining up runway 17R. https://avherald.com/h?article=528e06d3&opt=0 Incident: American A321 at Charlotte on Jun 9th 2025, tail strike on landing An American Airlines Airbus A321-200, registration N167AN performing flight AA-1894 from Raleigh/Durham,NC to Charlotte,NC (USA), landed on Charlotte's runway 18L at 19:40L (23:40Z) when the tail contacted the runway surface. The aircraft rolled out without further incident and taxied to the apron. The FAA reported: "AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED A TAIL STRIKE ON LANDING DAMAGING THE STRIKE PLATE, CHARLOTTE, NC." The aircraft is still on the ground in Charlotte about 17 hours after landing. https://avherald.com/h?article=528dffa7&opt=0 Incident: United B739 at Denver on Jun 9th 2025, smoking brakes A United Boeing 737-900, registration N61898 performing flight UA-2171 from Charlotte,NC to Denver,CO (USA), landed on Denver's runway 16L when smoke was observed from the landing gear, emergency services responded. The FAA reported: "AIRCRAFT LANDED, EXPERIENCED SMOKING BRAKES AND ARFF EXTINGUISHED FLAMES ON RIGHT MAIN GEAR, DENVER, CO." The aircraft is still on the ground in Denver about 16 hours after landing. https://avherald.com/h?article=528dfd7f&opt=0 Coast Guard suspends search for 6 aboard Cessna that crashed in waters off Point Loma The Cessna plane crashed into the ocean minutes after taking off from SAN. SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — A Cessna aircraft heading to Arizona crashed into the ocean minutes after taking off from San Diego International Airport Sunday afternoon, with all six people on board presumed dead. Flight recordings reveal the final moments as air traffic controllers attempted to guide the troubled aircraft to safety. "Bravo Alpha, the closest airport I can get you to is North Island Airport, which is off less than 1 mile. Do you see that?" an air traffic controller can be heard saying in recordings obtained from LiveATC.net. "Mayday Mayday Mayday!" were the pilot's final words before contact was lost. The aircraft, identified as a Cessna with tail number N414BA, carried six people, including the pilot. Authorities have not yet released the identities of those on board. The Coast Guard said it suspended its search for the passengers at 10 a.m. Tuesday. Guardsmen and other agencies covered 300 square miles during the 35 hours of searching. Lt. Cmdr Justin Brooks says the decision to suspend a search is "never an easy one." "We appreciate the work of our partners throughout the search efforts, and our hearts are with the loved ones of those involved in the crash," he says, Robert Katz, a commercial pilot and flight instructor with 43 years of experience, analyzed the flight data and believes the pilot experienced spatial disorientation. "What we can see here under the rate column is rate of climb and rate of descent, showing a very erratic movement of pitch of the airplane, and under the course column, we can see it's moving in all different directions. This is indicative of a pilot who is spatially disoriented," Katz said. According to Katz, spatial disorientation is similar to experiencing vertigo, and the flight data shows clear signs of an aircraft out of control. "Turns east, southwest, south, south, southeast, west, northwest, east. This is an airplane that's now out of control," Katz said. Katz noted that the cockpit appeared to have the proper equipment, which will be important for the National Transportation Safety Board to weigh in as it continues its investigation into the cause of the crash. The Cessna was registered to Optimal Health Systems, an Arizona-based vitamin shop. The company has issued a statement saying they sold the plane to private individuals two years ago, but were familiar with several passengers who were on board. The people onboard were believed to be residents from Arizona. https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/faa-confirms-all-6-passengers-died-in-cessna-plane-crash-near-point-loma Langworthy urges FAA nominee to uphold pilot training rule Congressman Nick Langworthy is calling on the next Federal Aviation Administration administrator to preserve the 1,500-hour pilot training requirement, citing its critical role in preventing fatal airline crashes. Langworthy, who chairs the Aviation Safety Caucus, praised the Trump administration’s aviation modernization plans but warned that safety reforms must remain intact. He said the new FAA leader will be “pivotal” in carrying out airspace upgrades and maintaining pilot standards. “I believe Mr. Bedford has the potential to be a strong steward of the President’s vision,” Langworthy said. “However, to truly ensure safety in our skies, he must commit to upholding the lifesaving 1,500-hour in-flight pilot training requirement.” The regulation was adopted after the deadly crash of Flight 3407, which revealed gaps in pilot preparation at regional carriers. Langworthy credited victims’ families for successfully advocating stronger rules and pointed to the absence of fatal crashes from pilot error since the requirement’s enactment. “That’s not coincidence – that’s policy working as it was intended,” he said. Langworthy also reminded that the rule was upheld in last year’s FAA reauthorization and urged the nominee to enforce it “as written.” He pledged continued oversight, stating, “We must ensure that our progress never comes at the cost of passenger safety, and I will fight every day to make sure we do.” https://www.fingerlakes1.com/2025/06/10/langworthy-urges-faa-nominee-to-uphold-pilot-training-rule/#google_vignette 3 major airlines secretly sold your data to the government Your credit card and flight information are now in the hands of the feds. Most people don’t expect a ton of privacy when they hop aboard a flight, with TSA doing a full body scan, luggage and carry-on searches being standard practice, the occasional TSA pat-down, and of course, travelers regularly filming in-flight scuffles. But, even as so many people happily post their itineraries on social media and TikTokers document every step of their travels, most passengers probably aren’t expecting that detailed information about their flight patterns is being sold to the government by the airlines they’re trusting to get them from Point A to Point B. Unfortunately, that appears to be exactly what’s happening, with several major airlines providing very comprehensive details to a specific government agency – and also going to great lengths to conceal the fact that they are doing it. Here’s exactly what the airlines are providing to the feds, along with some information on the steps they took to keep the information from becoming public, so you wouldn’t know that the government is learning all about your trip to Grandma’s – and much more. Data broker discloses details to the government Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC) is a data broker that’s owned by at least eight major airlines, according to publicly available documents. Representatives from Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, Lufthansa, Southwest, and United sit on its board, and over 240 airlines depend on ARC to provide ticket settlement services. ARC works with firms like Expedia to provide data on travel trends, and it partners with both airlines and travel agencies. However, according to documents obtained by 404 Media through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, it’s also doing much more than that. ARC is apparently selling data to Customs and Border Protection (CBP), which is a part of the Department of Homeland Security. ARC entered into a contract to provide data beginning in June of 2024, and the contract remains in effect until 2029. The data provided to DHS includes details from both U.S. citizens as well as non-U.S. persons, and it provides: • Passenger names • Full flight itineraries for each passenger • Financial details from passengers A privacy impact assessment (PIA) prepared by DHS and made available online indicates that the data includes over a billion records collected over a 39-month period, and it is updated each day with ticket sales from the prior day. DHS can search the data by name, airline, and credit card. However, only information from Expedia and other travel agencies is included in the database. Tickets sold directly to an airline will not show up on the report. The airlines don’t want you to know what they’re doing with your data While ARC is happy to provide extensive details about your flights to the government, it definitely does not want you to know what it’s doing. In fact, its contract with the government has specifically requested CBP to “not publicly identify vendor, or its employees, individually or collectively, as the source of the Reports unless the Customer is compelled to do so by a valid court order or subpoena and gives ARC immediate notice of same.” While DHS claims that Customs and Border Patrol requires access to this information to “support federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to identify persons of interest’s U.S. domestic air travel ticketing information,” civil rights experts and privacy advocates are concerned about the implications for travelers. “The big airlines — through a shady data broker that they own called ARC — are selling the government bulk access to Americans' sensitive information, revealing where they fly and the credit card they used,” Senator Ron Wyden said in a statement. Still, despite concerns about the secret data-sharing detail, a warrant is typically not required for the U.S. government to purchase records from private data brokers. So, while news of this arrangement may result in public outcry, it’s unclear whether there is much that angry passengers can do about it. https://www.thestreet.com/travel/3-major-airlines-secretly-sold-your-data-to-the-government Florida-based Silver Airways cancels all flights, tells passengers not to go to airport The Brief Silver Airways has shut down all operations as of Wednesday, June 11. The airline filed for bankruptcy in December 2024. In a statement, Silver Airways said all future flights have been canceled and told passengers not to go to the airport. HOLLYWOOD, Fla. - Silver Airways announced early Wednesday that it is ceasing operations immediately, canceling all upcoming flights. The backstory: The airline, which was based in Hollywood, Florida, and had a hub in Tampa, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in December 2024. At the time, Silver Airways promised to continue normal operations, but some flights were abruptly canceled as far back as early March. PREVIOUS: Silver Airways cancels all flights at Orlando International Airport without notice, files bankruptcy The airline was founded in 2011 and previously served Tampa, Orlando, Pensacola, Fort Lauderdale and Key West, along with airports in the Caribbean and the Bahamas. What they're saying: Early Wednesday, Silver Airways posted a statement on its website, writing: "We regret to inform you that we are ceasing operations as of today, June 11, 2025. In an attempt to restructure in bankruptcy, Silver entered into a transaction to sell its assets to another airline holding company, who unfortunately has determined to not continue Silver’s flight operations in Florida, the Bahamas and the Caribbean. Please do not go to the airport. All credit card purchases should be refundable through your credit card company or your travel agency." https://www.fox13news.com/news/florida-based-silver-airways-cancels-all-flights-tells-passengers-not-go-airport World’s biggest aircraft owner set for $1bn payout in stranded Russian planes case UK court orders insurers to cover losses from aircraft stuck in Russia following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine The world’s biggest commercial aircraft owner AerCap is in line for a payout of more than $1bn after a High Court judge found insurers had to cover losses from planes stranded in Russia, in one of the largest sums ever awarded by the English courts. Insurers including AIG, Lloyd’s of London and Chubb have been told to provide cover for more than 147 planes owned by a group of lessors that were stuck in Russia following the country’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The size of the payout awarded to AerCap is lower than the company had sought. This is because the judge found that the aircraft should be covered under a “war risks” policy rather than an “all risks” policy, which would have resulted in a higher award. Other aircraft leasing companies, including Merx Aviation and Dubai Aerospace Enterprise, are also set for payouts under the “war risks” policy, but the final sum is yet to be determined. The case was among the most complex and costly cases to be heard by the High Court. In a summary of his judgment on Wednesday, Mr Justice Butcher said the “loss occurred on 10 March 2022, when a piece of Russian legislation banned the export of aircraft and aircraft equipment from Russia”. As a result, the cause of the loss was “an act or order of the Russian government” and should be covered by the “war risks” policy, the judge ruled. He added that EU or US sanctions did not prevent the insurers from indemnifying the claimants for the loss of aircraft leased to Russian airlines. Law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, representing AerCap, said the company had secured a $1.035bn payout “in addition to substantial recoveries achieved in prior settlements”. https://www.ft.com/content/2e615fb2-1c70-423a-b963-ee55e41ea909 Envoy Air adds 33 new E175 aircraft to its fleet Envoy Air (Envoy) is set to strengthen its regional fleet with the acquisition of 33 brand-new Embraer 175 (E175) aircraft, marking a significant step in its ongoing strategic growth. With this latest addition, Envoy's total fleet commitment will rise to 214 aircraft, comprising 171 E175s and 43 E170s. This expansion underscores the airline's dedication to operational excellence and customer service, aligning with its core principles of safety, quality and cost control. The new aircraft are scheduled for delivery in 2026 and 2027, complementing the E175 jets already arriving throughout this year. These modern aircraft are expected to enhance the airline's capacity, efficiency, and ability to serve a broader network of destinations. “As we remain focused on our Core Principles of Safety, Quality, and Cost Control, Envoy continues to grow strategically and sustainably – delivering value to our customers, employees and American Airlines Group shareholders,” said Envoy President & CEO Pedro Fábregas. “This milestone reflects the dedication and hard work of our more than 21,000 employees across North America, the Pacific, the Caribbean and the Bahamas.” The announcement not only highlights Envoy's role as a vital regional partner for American Airlines Group but also reflects its commitment to investing in advanced aircraft technology. The Embraer 175 is known for its comfort, reliability and performance, making it well-suited to the regional routes Envoy operates. Envoy expressed enthusiasm about welcoming the new aircraft to its fleet and extended thanks to all team members who contribute daily to ensuring safe and dependable operations. https://avitrader.com/2025/06/11/envoy-air-adds-33-new-e175-aircraft-to-its-fleet/ South Korean F-16 pilots eject safely during takeoff crash at US base in Alaska Two South Korean pilots suffered minor burns and lacerations while ejecting from a fighter jet that crashed during a takeoff attempt in Alaska, according to the country’s air force. The incident, which involved an F-16D Fighting Falcon, occurred around 4 p.m. Tuesday at Eielson Air Force Base, the 354th Fighter Wing at Eielson said in a statement that afternoon. “The crashed aircraft, partially destroyed by fire, is located on the grass next to the runway,” a South Korean air force statement said. Emergency responders arrived shortly after the incident, according to the U.S. statement. The crew members were taken to Bassett Army Community Hospital at nearby Fort Wainwright. The pilots — both captains — “are currently resting,” the South Korean statement said. South Korea planned to send accident investigators and an emergency repair team to Eielson on Wednesday, the statement added. “The air force will closely discuss with the U.S. and find the exact cause of the accident,” it said. The South Korean pilots have been training alongside U.S. forces in Alaska as part of ongoing joint Red Flag military exercises. https://www.stripes.com/theaters/asia_pacific/2025-06-11/south-korean-f16-pilots-eject-alaska-18083395.html VietJet in talks to order about 100 Airbus jets, Bloomberg News reports June 11 (Reuters) - VietJet Aviation JSC (VJC.HM), opens new tab is in talks to order around 100 more Airbus SE (AIR.PA), opens new tab narrow-body jets, with a potential deal as early as next week's Paris Airshow, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The low-cost Vietnamese airline is looking to buy more of the A321neo model, according to the report. https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/vietjet-talks-order-about-100-airbus-jets-ahead-paris-air-show-bloomberg-news-2025-06-11/ Pentagon slashes in half its request for Air Force F-35s, Bloomberg News reports (Reuters) -The Pentagon is scaling back by half its request to Congress for the U.S. Air Force's Lockheed Martin F-35 jets, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday. A U.S. Defense Department procurement request document sent to Capitol Hill this week asked for 24 of the planes, down from 48 that were forecast last year, the report said. Reuters could not immediately verify the report. Lockheed Martin and the Department of Defense did not respond to requests for comment outside regular business hours. The Air Force now plans to seek $3.5 billion for the F-35 aircraft, and another $531 million for advance procurement of materials for it, the report said. The Pentagon has also requested 12 of the Navy's carrier version of the F-35, lower than the 17 Congress approved for this fiscal year, while the Marines would also see a reduction of two from this year’s funding, the report added. In May, Lockheed Martin's finance chief said the firm expects to be awarded a finalized contract on its F-35 jets, which have been beset by delays related to a technology upgrade. The defense contractor delivered a total of 110 F-35 fighter jets to the United States and its allies in 2024. Lockheed's F-35 program accounts for around 30% of the company's revenue. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/us-slashes-half-request-lockheeds-035733425.html Graduate Research Request - 1 My name is Mohammed Muazu, a Doctoral Researcher (Doctor of Aviation (Av.D Candidate) at the College of Aeronautics, Florida Institute of Technology. I am conducting a cross-national research study on aviation professionalism among stakeholders in the United States and Nigeria. 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