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Unmanned Aircraft Systems
The apron of a commercial airport is a fast paced, dynamic environment that can be a challenging place to work. In the controlled chaos of an aircraft departure or arrival, injuries to ground crew can happen in the blink of...more
On November 2, 2021, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) regarding flight attendant duty period limitations and rest requirements. The NPRM was mandated by the FAA...more
A rise in more flexible Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS or “drones”) use as rules are relaxed and expanded could lead to operational and workplace safety changes in the manufacturing industry. The Federal Aviation...more
On March 12, 2020, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a Safety Alert for Operators (SAFO 20003) that provides interim health guidance for Air Carriers and Crew Members regarding COVID-19. ...more
Since its discovery in December 2019, the novel coronavirus that causes the disease COVID-19 has disrupted global business activity and public life on a massive and growing scale. And no one knows how long these disruptions...more
In 2013, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a final policy statement outlining three areas that OSHA could regulate for cabin crewmembers on aircraft in operation. 78 Fed. Reg. 52848. ...more
That’s right! An OSHA drone may be coming to an inspection near you. Back in May, OSHA issued a memorandum to all regional administrators regarding OSHA’s available use of unmanned aircraft in inspections....more
On October 1, 2018, a new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) policy went into effect that allows commercial pilots who are first-time violators of certain drug and alcohol testing provisions the opportunity for prompt...more
Seyfarth Synopsis: A recent active shooter incident at an international airport illustrates both how quickly an incident may be over, yet how ancillary impacts take much longer to resolve. While the shooter was apprehended in...more