Flight Safety Information - March 2, 2026 No. 043 In This Issue : Incident: Cem DH8D near Bloemfontein on Feb 25th 2026, engine shut down in flight : Incident: Endeavor CRJ7 at Atlanta on Feb 26th 2026, wing tip strike : Aircraft Cabin Air International Conference - 22-23 September 2026 : Incident: Danu Oro AT72 at Saarbrucken on Feb 26th 2026, overheating brakes : Incident: KLM Cityhopper E295 at Amsterdam on Feb 25th 2026, slat/flap problem again : 27 February 2026 - Fuerza Aérea Boliviana Lockheed C-130H Hercules accident 22 dead : Iran War: 3 U.S. F-15 Jets Shot Down Over Kuwait In ‘Apparent Friendly Fire’ Incident, Pilots Safe : JetBlue Plane Evacuated At Fort Lauderdale Airport After Passenger Makes Bomb Threat Because He Couldn’t Find Space For His Carry On : American Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Pensacola after cabin smoke reported : FAA to ask airlines to reduce flights at Chicago's O'Hare airport this summer : FAA revokes Starflite Aviation of Houston air operator certificate : SMS for Part 145 Repair Stations With EASA Approval : Senate Confirms DeLeeuw For NTSB Seat : Calendar of Events Incident: Cem DH8D near Bloemfontein on Feb 25th 2026, engine shut down in flight A Cemair de Havilland Dash 8-400, registration ZS-DHB performing flight 5Z-451 from George to Johannesburg (South Africa), was enroute at FL250 about 160nm southwest of Bloemfontein (South Africa) when the right hand engine began to emit strange noises followed by a series of bangs and a burning odour in the cabin. The crew shut the engine down, drifted down to FL130 and diverted to Bloemfontein for a safe landing. The aircraft is still on the ground in Bloemfontein on Mar 1st 2026. https://avherald.com/h?article=535d87b8&opt=0 Incident: Endeavor CRJ7 at Atlanta on Feb 26th 2026, wing tip strike An Endeavor Canadair CRJ-700 on behalf of Delta Airlines, registration N354CA performing flight DL-5304 from Montgomery,AL to Atlanta,GA (USA), was landing on Atlanta's runway 27L when the aircraft initiated a go around, however, the aircraft suffered wing tip strikes. The aircraft climbed out to safety at 3000 feet, positioned for another approach to runway 27L and landed without further incident about 15 minutes later. The FAA reported: "AIRCRAFT WINGS STRUCK THE GROUND WHILE ATTEMPTING A GO-AROUND, ATLANTA, GA." The aircraft is still on the ground about 27 hours after landing. https://avherald.com/h?article=535b8b0c&opt=0 Incident: Danu Oro AT72 at Saarbrucken on Feb 26th 2026, overheating brakes A Danu Oro Transportas Avions de Transport Regional ATR-72-212A on behalf of Danish Air Transport, registration SE-MDC performing flight DX-125 from Saarbrucken to Berlin (Germany) with 18 passengers and 4 crew, was climbing out of Saarbrucken's runway 27 when the crew stopped the climb at FL130 and decided to return to Saarbrucken reporting overheating brakes. The aircraft landed safely back on runway 27 about 35 minutes after departure. Local emergency services reported they were alerted to an aircraft with overheating brakes. After landing the brakes and tyre temperatures were checked, however, no abnormal temperatures were detected. The aircraft departed again and reached Berlin with a delay of about 2 hours. https://avherald.com/h?article=535b8890&opt=0 Incident: KLM Cityhopper E295 at Amsterdam on Feb 25th 2026, slat/flap problem again A KLM Cityhopper Embraer ERJ-195-E2, registration PH-NXG performing flight KL-1985 from Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Belgrade (Serbia), was climbing out of Amsterdam's runway 18L when the crew levelled off at FL130 advising they could not accelerate due to flap or slat problem. The aircraft returned to Amsterdam for a safe landing on runway 18R at a higher than normal speed. The aircraft had already needed to return on Feb 20th 2026 due to a slat problem, see Incident: KLM Cityhopper E295 at Amsterdam on Feb 20th 2026, slat failure. A replacement Embraer ERJ-195-E2 registration PH-NXS reached Belgrade with a delay of about 2 hours. The occurrence aircraft is still on the ground on Feb 27th 2026 about 45 hours after landing back. https://avherald.com/h?article=535b7da5&opt=0 27 February 2026 - Fuerza Aérea Boliviana Lockheed C-130H Hercules accident 22 dead Date: Friday 27 February 2026 Time: c. 18:15 LT Type: Lockheed C-130H Hercules Owner/operator: Fuerza Aérea Boliviana Registration: FAB-81 MSN: 4759 Year of manufacture: 1977 Fatalities: Fatalities: 1 / Occupants: 8 Other fatalities: 21 Aircraft damage: Destroyed Category: Accident Location: near El Alto International Airport (LPB/SLLP), El Alto - Bolivia Phase: Landing Nature: Military Departure airport: Santa Cruz-Viru Viru International Airport (VVI/SLVR) Destination airport: La Paz-El Alto Airport (LPB/SLLP) Narrative: A Bolivian Air Force Lockheed C-130H Hercules, operated by TAB SA and carrying new unserialled banknotes, overshot runway 28 when landing at El Alto International Airport (LPB/SLLP), El Alto, and crashed into a high-traffic area along Costanera Avenue, El Alto. One crew member and twenty one other people perished and at least thirty were injured and the aircraft was destroyed. https://www.aviation-safety.net/wikibase/567444 Iran War: 3 U.S. F-15 Jets Shot Down Over Kuwait In ‘Apparent Friendly Fire’ Incident, Pilots Safe The U.S. Military’s Central Command confirmed on Monday that three of its fighter jets supporting its strikes on Iran were shot down over Kuwait in an “apparent friendly fire” incident, but the jets’ crew members were able to eject safely, as the U.S. and Israeli war against Iran continued to escalate. Key Facts In a statement, CENTCOM said three F-15E Strike Eagles flying in “support of Operation Epic Fury went down over Kuwait due to an apparent friendly fire incident,” at 11:03 p.m. ET. The statement claimed that the jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses during active combat amid attacks by Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones. All six crew members on board the jets were able to eject, have been “safely recovered, and are in stable condition.” CENTCOM said the cause of the incident is under investigation, adding that it was “grateful for the efforts of the Kuwaiti defense forces and their support in this ongoing operation.” Earlier on Monday, the Kuwaiti Defense Ministry had said in a statement that “several U.S. military aircraft” had crashed in its territory and the crew members had been reduced and transferred to hospitals. The Kuwaiti statement made no mention of the fact that its air defenses were involved in the purported friendly fire incident and said “relevant authorities are continuing their investigations to determine the causes of the accident.” A video published by the New York Times, sourced from Facebook, appeared to show a F-15 fighter jet spiraling down with billowing smoke before crashing on the ground in the city of Al-Jahra in Kuwait. What Do We Know About The U.s. Embassy In Kuwait? According to the Associated Press, fire and smoke were seen rising from inside the U.S. Embassy compound in Kuwait after Iran carried out an aerial attack on the country. The Iranian strike was part of a retaliatory wave aimed at Middle Eastern states who are allied with the U.S. including Qatar, UAE and Saudi Arabia. It is unclear if an Iranian projectile struck the U.S. Embassy compound. In a statement on X, the embassy warned of a “continuing threat of missile and UAV attacks over Kuwait” and urged people “ Do not come to the Embassy. Take cover in your residence on the lowest available floor and away from windows. Do not go outside.” The three U.S. servicemembers who have died in the conflict so far were killed on a base in Kuwait, according to Reuters. What Do We Know About Israel’s Strikes On Lebanon? The Israeli military conducted strikes in Lebanon early on Monday, targeting the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, marking an expansion of its conflict against Tehran. In a statement announcing its strikes “Hezbollah targets across Lebanon”, the Israeli Defense Force said it was acting in response to “projectile fire toward northern Israel.” The Israeli military claimed Hezbollah was “operating on behalf of the Iranian regime,” and it was “opening fire against the Israeli civilians, and bringing ruin to Lebanon.” The strikes on Lebanon mark an end to a 2024 ceasefire brokered by the U.S. that had ended the previous conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. In a statement on X, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the launching of rockets from his country’s territory, saying it undermines his government’s efforts to “keep Lebanon away from the dangerous military confrontations taking place in the region.” His statement also condemned the Israeli “aggressions on Lebanese territory” but warned that using Lebanon as a “platform for proxy wars” will expose the country to “dangers once more.” What Has Trump Said About The Iran War? Trump told the New York Times late on Sunday that he intends to continue the U.S. assault on Iranian territory for at least “four to five weeks.” He also claimed that it will not be difficult for the U.S. and Israeli military to maintain this level of intensity. While speaking to ABC News, Trump said his administration has a few possible candidates in mind to take over the country but they were all killed in the initial wave of strikes. “The attack was so successful it knocked out most of the candidates. It's not going to be anybody that we were thinking of because they are all dead. Second or third place is dead.” Earlier on Sunday, Trump acknowledged the death of three U.S. service members in the conflict and said there will “likely be more before it ends.” “That’s the way it is,” he added, noting that there will “likely be more, but we’ll do everything possible where that won’t be the case.” What To Watch For Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair General Dan Caine are set to hold a press conference on Monday at 8 a.m. EST to discuss the ongoing military operation in Iran. This will be followed by a a briefing to members of Congress on Tuesday, where the two senior Pentagon officials will be joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and CIA Director John Ratcliffe https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2026/03/02/israel-strikes-lebanon-as-iran-war-expands-fire-and-smoke-seen-inside-us-embassy-in-kuwait/ JetBlue Plane Evacuated At Fort Lauderdale Airport After Passenger Makes Bomb Threat Because He Couldn’t Find Space For His Carry On A passenger was arrested at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL) on Sunday morning after he allegedly made a bomb threat on a JetBlue plane, which was preparing for departure to New York JFK, prompting a security scare. Passengers on the Airbus A321 aircraft had to be evacuated while the bomb squad and a K9 unit were called in to search the plane, before it was eventually released back into the control of JetBlue. The flight in question is believed to be JetBlue flight B6-514, which was meant to depart Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport from Gate F5 at 9:18 am but was delayed by over three hours, eventually taking off at 1:16 pm once the all-clear had been given and passengers were allowed to reboard. Local news outlets have identified the suspect as 76-year-old Robert Albanese, who was arrested and taken into custody by the Broward Sheriff’s Office. Sources claim Albanese made the threat after becoming frustrated with not being able to find space in the overhead bins for his carry-on luggage. The details of the threat he made have not, however, been made public. Depending on the point in time at which Albanese allegedly made the threat could be a big factor in which federal crime he might be charged with. If the aircraft door was closed, then the plane would be considered ‘in flight’, meaning that Albanese could be charged under 49 U.S.C. § 46507 – False Threats Aboard Aircraft, which carries a maximum sentence of 20 years imprisonment. If, however, the cabin door was still open, then he would more likely be charged under 18 U.S.C. § 35 – Bomb Hoax, which carries a maximum sentence of five years imprisonment. Last month, 27-year-old Taj Malik Taylor from Madison Heights, Virginia, pleaded guilty to one count of false information and making threats on a plane after he loudly proclaimed that his laptop was a bomb shortly after the flight had taken off from Saint Pete-Clearwater International Airport in Florida on July 6, 2025. Other passengers sitting around Taylor heard his comment, and the plane diverted back to Saint Pete-Clearwater, where he was taken into custody. Taylor is yet to be sentenced. It is, however, rare for bomb threat suspects to face the maximum possible sentence. In 2024, for example, a man who made a bomb threat aboard a Breeze Airways flight to Rhode Island was sentenced to two years in federal prison. Evan Sims was also ordered to pay Breeze more than $25,000 in restitution for the disruption he caused. Sims made the threat when he claimed his partner had a bomb on her… she had just broken up with him. If there’s one place that a bomb threat will be taken more seriously than anywhere else, that’s in an airport or on an airplane. Authorities will normally scramble law enforcement when even the least plausible of threats is made. In January, fighter jets from both France and Spain were scrambled to intercept a Turkish Airlines flight to Barcelona after a bomb threat was detected via a network name created via the in-flight Wi-Fi service. As the plane was approaching Barcelona, another passenger searched for a Wi-Fi network on their phone and discovered a network that had been named: “I HAVE A BOMB. EVERYONE WILL DIE.” The pilots took the threat seriously, declared an emergency, and entered a holding pattern while fighter jets were scrambled to escort the plane into Barcelona. The threat was later declared a hoax, although attempts to trace the culprit have so far been unsuccessful. https://www.paddleyourownkanoo.com/2026/03/02/jetblue-plane-evacuated-at-fort-lauderdale-airport-after-passenger-makes-bomb-threat-because-he-couldnt-find-space-for-his-carry-on/ American Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Pensacola after cabin smoke reported PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Passengers on an American Airlines flight from Tallahassee to Dallas reported seeing smoke in the cabin and smelling what seemed like something burning before the jet made an emergency landing in Pensacola on Sunday morning. FlightAware data showed the flight diverted into Pensacola just before 6 a.m. WEAR News spoke with a passenger who said they were not told why the unscheduled stop happened yet. Officials have been contacted for comment. No further details have been released. https://weartv.com/news/local/american-airlines-flight-makes-emergency-landing-in-pensacola-after-cabin-smoke-reported FAA to ask airlines to reduce flights at Chicago's O'Hare airport this summer FAA to ask airlines to reduce flights at O'Hare airport this summer The FAA will ask airlines to reduce flights at Chicago's O'Hare airport this summer. They are concerned the schedule could stress safety systems. CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Federal Aviation Administration will be asking airlines to reduces flights at Chicago's O'Hare airport this summer. There are concerns the flight schedule in place would exceed the airport's capacity and stress the safety systems, including runways, terminals and air traffic control, at the airport. There is a meeting scheduled for next week to discuss the requested reduction. After that, the FAA could issue a formal order. This comes as United and American airlines are in a fierce turf war for who will dominate O'Hare, which is undergoing an expansion, and control the most gates. Both airlines are trying to add as many flights as they can in order to come out on top. Current schedules for this summer are over 3,080 daily operations on peak days, said the FAA in the document, citing Cirium. Last year, the summer daily peak was 2,680 operations. The agency proposes limiting operations to 100 hourly departures and arrivals, which make about 2,800 daily operations. "O'Hare was slow to come back from the pandemic, and now suddenly it's the hottest airport in America. It outperformed every other major hub in the last year. The expansion I'm seeing by both United and American are just off the charts in many ways. And the FAA is having to blow the whistle saying, you know, there may just not be enough capacity for all this," DePaul University Transportation professor Joe Schwieterman said. "United picked up some new gates, some former American gates, so they're expanding more, but American's made no secret that they want to grow that schedule, so they can win some of those gates back, and this summer's where a lot of the action's going to happen." It's unclear how the flight reductions will impact passengers, who have already purchased tickets for this summer. Though, airlines do have time to iron that out. Both airlines are commending the FAA. United said in a statement, "We appreciate Secretary Duffy and FAA Administrator Bedford's leadership in convening this meeting. We share their commitment to running a safe and reliable operation out of ORD and look forward to a collaborative discussion." A spokesperson for American Airlines said, "American commends Secretary Duffy, Administrator Bedford and the FAA for taking proactive action to ensure the operational integrity of the airfield and airspace in Chicago. The FAA now has the opportunity to achieve an improved customer experience for passengers traveling from, to, and through Chicago this summer." The Chicago Department of Aviation says O'Hare is well equipped to handle future traffic growth and will work with the federal government and airlines on a revised summer schedule. The Chicago Department of Aviation said in a full statement, "The City of Chicago, working in close partnership with its airline stakeholders and the federal government, has invested more than $6 billion to modernize the airfield at O'Hare International Airport. This transformative effort created a comprehensive eight-runway system, enabling O'Hare to support more flight operations than any other airport in the nation. "Under Mayor Johnson's leadership, O'Hare is well-positioned to accommodate traffic growth beyond 2025 levels. To maximize that runway investment, the CDA continues to advance the ORDNext capital program, which includes construction of two new satellite concourses and a new Global Terminal to replace Terminal 2. The CDA looks forward to continued collaboration with the U.S. Department of Transportation and airline partners in the days ahead to finalize a temporary adjustment to the summer schedule at O'Hare that ensures safe and efficient operations while taking into account current gate availability, air traffic control staffing capacity, and ongoing construction activity." https://abc7chicago.com/post/faa-ask-airlines-reduce-flights-chicagos-ohare-airport-summer-saying-schedule-could-stress-safety-systems/18658866/ FAA revokes Starflite Aviation of Houston air operator certificate The FAA alleges StarFlite Aviation made ’numerous false entries’ showing check rides and competency checks that never occurred. The Federal Aviation Administration issued an emergency order immediately revoking the Air Carrier Certificate of StarFlite Aviation of Houston, Texas. The FAA alleges the Part 135 operator’s management personnel ”knowingly falsified pilot training records.” News of the announcement was first noted on social media by the Private Aviation Safety Alliance. Per the FAA’s press release: ‘The FAA alleges that between November 2019 and November 2024, the management personnel made numerous false entries in the training records of at least 10 pilots, including the chief pilot. The fraudulent entries showed that check rides and competency checks were performed in various aircraft when those actions never occurred. As a result, StarFlite used unqualified pilots for at least 170 flights.’ The FAA said it “found the company lacks qualified management personnel to ensure the safety of its operations, and its conduct demonstrates a disregard for the safety of the flying public.” Receive an apples-to-apples comparison of programs that meet your needs from more than 500 jet card and fractional options covering 65 points of differentiation and over 40,000 data points. StarFlite can appeal the order (see below) by filing a notice with the National Transportation Safety Board. StarFlite Houston According to the most recent FAA list of Part 135 operators, StarFlite has a single Piper PA 31 350 Chieftain N713WT on its charter certificate. An FAA listing of charter operators and aircraft published earlier this month, first by the FAA since last September, showed 22 aircraft on StarFlite’s charter certificate. However, after excluding duplicates, only 11 aircraft were on its D-085. According to the FAA’s list published on Sept. 17, 2025, StarFlite Aviation of Houston had 11 aircraft. The tail numbers listed were N768KD, N218MD, N300SF, N345FM, N378SF, N400SF, N551CB, N563BB, N570DC, N650SF, N651SF, and N713WT. WT was the one remaining aircraft still listed by the FAA as of Monday. The FAA had removed the Part 135 list earlier this week to ensure its accuracy. StarFlite received $856,000 via the CARES Act during Covid in May 2020. An unidentified person who answered the phone declined to comment. The company’s website has a notice, “This site is under construction.” https://privatejetcardcomparisons.com/2026/02/27/faa-revokes-starflite-aviation-of-houston-air-operator-certificate/ SMS for Part 145 Repair Stations With EASA Approval U.S. Part 145 Repair Stations with European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval were required to fully implement their safety management systems (SMS) by Dec. 31, 2025, meaning the deadline has passed. Now the focus is on demonstrated effectiveness. Regulators are no longer looking at plans, they’re evaluating performance. Commitment Failure to have a fully developed SMS program may incur findings or lead to revocation of EASA approval during: EASA oversight activities FAA surveillance This falls in line with all other aviation compliance issues: Say what you will do, then do what you say. “Be ready to demonstrate clear, organized and current evidence of SMS implementation – not just intent.” Amanda Ferraro NBAA Safety Committee / CEO of Aviation Safety Solutions Key to Success: Recordkeeping The difference between SMS success and failure could come down to recordkeeping, evidence of implementation and attention to detail. NBAA Safety Committee member Amanda Ferraro, CEO of Aviation Safety Solutions, offered a word of advice to those in the early stages of SMS: “Be ready to demonstrate clear, organized and current evidence of SMS implementation – not just intent. Organizations should be prepared to show how SMS is being implemented in practice, consistent with the documented processes and procedures. In other words, all SMS components should be review-ready for oversight by FAA or EASA authorities,” she said. The core SMS documentation consists of the SMS manual, integrated with Part 145 procedures. Safety reporting initiates the safety risk management (SRM) process. Reported hazards are reviewed, documented and assessed for risk severity and likelihood using the approved methodology. Then mitigations are implemented, tracked and verified for effectiveness. Once risks are assessed and mitigations are implemented through SRM, the safety assurance process verifies that those mitigations are working as intended. Internal audits of operations serve as a key safety assurance tool, providing a structured and planned method to evaluate compliance with procedures, effectiveness of risk controls, and consistency of operational execution. Training and qualification records support SMS effectiveness and regulatory compliance. SMS training should be role-based and documented so maintenance personnel, supervisors and management understand their SMS responsibilities. Internal auditor records should verify qualifications, competency and independence through documented training and certificates. Emergency response preparedness (ERP) training records should demonstrate that employees understand their emergency roles and that leadership is qualified to manage crisis response, coordination, and communication. ERP supports operational resilience. ERP exercise records should document exercises conducted, after-action reports, lessons learned and follow-up actions. Exercises should also include relevant external partners to validate coordination, communication and response capabilities. It’s Mission Critical Repair stations should shift their mindset from “meeting the rule” to using SMS as a management tool. Jet Logistics Inc. President and Director of Operations W. Ashley Smith understands the importance of SMS. He offers the following advice to other 145s: “The concepts are simple. The execution is simple. You don’t need to spend huge sums of money on expensive and elaborate software solutions,” Smith said. SMS is no longer a “nice thing to have.” It’s mission critical. EASA has made it clear that non-compliance with referenced requirements can lead to revocation of the EASA 145 approval. https://nbaa.org/news/business-aviation-insider/2026-03/update-sms-for-part-145-repair-stations-with-easa-approval/ Senate Confirms DeLeeuw For NTSB Seat The U.S. Senate confirmed long-time American Airlines flight operations executive John DeLeeuw as the NTSB's newest member, filling the spot vacated when Alvin Brown was removed last May. DeLeeuw, nominated by President Donald Trump in September, brings significant air transport safety experience to the investigative body. He serves as American's managing director of safety and efficiency, overseeing core safety programs that include the airline's flight operations quality assurance, line operations safety audit and learning and improvement team programs. He also was national safety chair for the Allied Pilots Association (APA), which represents American's pilots, and led American's accident investigation team. A former U.S. Air Force pilot, DeLeeuw also brings perspective gained from his military service as well as more than three decades of line-flying experience at American, most recently as a Boeing 787 captain. His wide-ranging experience and capabilities generated support from across the industry. "Captain DeLeeuw’s insights into the operational realities of aviation, combined with his analytical approach to safety and risk management, will be a valuable complement to the NTSB’s mission," APA said in a statement of support provided during the nomination process. "John is a strong safety advocate who works openly and collaboratively with all stakeholders to continuously improve safety across our industry," Southwest Airlines said. DeLeeuw's 19,000 flight hours "on a variety of aircraft, including the C-130, the 727, MD-80 and the 787, give him a practical understanding of human factors and the operational realities that influence transportation safety operations," Boeing said. The Senate vote was 50-45 along party lines, with Republicans casting all 50 “yes” votes. DeLeeuw will serve out the remainder of Brown's term, which ends in December 2026. He joins Chair Jennifer Homendy and members Thomas Chapman, Michael Graham and Todd Inman on the five-person board. Brown, a former mayor of Jacksonville, Fla., was added to the board under the Biden administration in April 2024, but was removed 13 months later by Trump without explanation. Brown sued Trump and the NTSB in Washington, D.C., district court last June seeking reinstatement. The suit is pending. Senate Democrats contend Brown's removal was unlawful and urged their Republican colleagues to hold off on advancing DeLeeuw's nomination until the case concludes. https://aviationweek.com/air-transport/safety-ops-regulation/senate-confirms-deleeuw-ntsb-seat CALENDAR OF EVENTS . VERTICON 2026 - Atlanta March 9-12 . CANSO Global Safety Conference 2026 - 29 March – 1 April 2026 (Jeddah, Saudi Arabia) . 60th Annual SMU Air Law Symposium - March 31 - April 1, 2026 (Irving, TX) . 2026 ACSF Safety Symposium; April 7-9, 2026; ERAU Daytona Beach, FL . 2026 NBAA Maintenance Conference; May 5-7, 2026; New Orleans, LA . World Aviation Training Summit - 5-7 May 2026 - Orlando . BASS 2026 - 71st Business Aviation Safety Summit - May 5-6, 2026 | Provo, Utah . The African Aviation Safety & Operations Summit - May 19-20 | Johannesburg, South Africa . Safeskies Australia - Australia’s renowned Aviation Safety Conference - Canberra Australia 20 and 21 May 2026 . IATA World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (23-25 June, Madrid, Spain) . ISASI - 2026 (September/October 2026) - Dubai, UAE . 2026 NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) Oct. 20-22, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV Curt Lewis