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CTV News
5 days ago
- General
- CTV News
At least 5 more lawsuits filed against Delta Airlines after harrowing crash at Pearson
An aircraft from Delta Airlines sits upside down on the tarmac at Toronto Pearson International airport on Monday February 17, 2024. Teresa Barbieri/The Canadian PressPearson International Airport firefighters work on an upside down Delta Air Lines plane, which was heading from Minneapolis to Toronto when it crashed on the runway, in Toronto, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Teresa Barbieri Delta Airlines is denying that they're entirely to blame for the harrowing Flight 4819 crash landing at Pearson's International Airport in February. CTV News has learned that at least five new lawsuits were filed by passengers this week against Delta Airlines Inc. and the company's regional carrier Endeavor Air. The most recent lawsuits, filed on June 2 and 3, share similar language. They claim the airline failed 'to observe the most fundamental procedures for a landing approach into YYZ, failing to appropriately monitor flight conditions on approach, and failing to communicate and react in the cockpit to those flight conditions.' They also claim that 'the Delta Crash occurred due to the gross negligence and recklessness of the Delta and/or Endeavor flight crew.' Eighty people were on board the Bombardier CRJ-900 passenger plane as it rolled and skidded across the runway on its roof at Toronto's Pearson Airport on Feb. 17, 2025. McGill University aviation management lecturer John Gradek still marvels that no one was killed. 'A landing, 200 kilometres an hour, flipped on its roof and did a full 180, fuel spilling out of the airplane and everyone got out of the plane in 90 seconds – amazing,' recalled Gradek. Videos of the chaos inside the cabin spread quickly on social media. Twenty-one passengers and crew were injured. A preliminary report released by Canada's Transportation Safety Board (TSB) found a warning system on the plane sent an alert 'indicating a high rate of descent' less than three seconds before the fiery crash landing. Multiple passengers, including Canadians, have filed their civil cases with U.S. courts for the districts of Minnesota, Georgia and Texas. In response to one of the lawsuits, lawyers representing Delta issued a court filing on May 30 that states that the airline 'denies all allegations' made by a passenger who claims he 'suffered significant injuries to his head, neck, back, knees and face...' Gradek says the safety board has its work cut out for it with so many questions hanging over the incident. The TSB has said it could take a total of 600 days to complete their report, which means it could take until October 2026 until their findings are made public. 'Who was at fault? … What type of deficiencies do we have in the operating practices that led to this type of behaviour by the flight crew? Those things have not been defined yet and I expect that to be part of the Transportation Safety boards final report' adds Gradek. Delta declined CTV News' request for comment, though the airline company did say that they fully support the TSB's ongoing investigation.
Zawya
29-05-2025
- General
- Zawya
Reflections over air accidents in Nigeria
The recent crash-landing of a Diamond training aircraft at the General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport in Ilorin serves as a stark reminder of the importance of aviation safety in Nigeria. Fortunately, both occupants of the aircraft survived the incident, albeit with injuries that required medical attention. The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has launched a thorough investigation into the incident, and their efforts will undoubtedly shed light on the causes of the crash. As the NSIB investigation unfolds, it is worth reflecting on the history of air accidents in Nigeria. The country has experienced its fair share of aviation tragedies over the years, with some incidents resulting in significant loss of life. One of the most notable incidents was the Sosoliso Airlines Flight 1145 crash in 2005, which claimed the lives of 108 people. Another tragic incident was the Dana Air Flight 0992 crash in 2012, which resulted in the loss of 153 lives. These incidents highlight the critical importance of aviation safety and the need for robust safety measures to prevent such tragedies from occurring. The NSIB plays a vital role in ensuring aviation safety in Nigeria, and their investigation into the recent crash-landing in Ilorin will be crucial in determining the causes of the incident and identifying measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The aviation industry in Nigeria has made significant progress in recent years, with improvements in safety standards and regulatory frameworks. However, the recent incident serves as a reminder that there is still work to be done to ensure the safety of air travelers in Nigeria. The NSIB's investigation will undoubtedly provide valuable insights into the causes of the crash and help to identify areas for improvement. In the aftermath of the incident, the Kwara State Government has expressed relief that the occupants of the aircraft survived the crash. The government has also commended the efforts of the NSIB for launching a formal investigation into the incident. This response demonstrates the government's commitment to aviation safety and its willingness to work with regulatory agencies to ensure that safety standards are upheld. As the investigation into the recent crash-landing in Ilorin continues, it is essential to recognise the importance of transparency and accountability in aviation safety. The NSIB's commitment to transparency throughout the investigation is a welcome development, and their findings will undoubtedly provide valuable insights into the causes of the incident. The aviation industry in Nigeria is growing rapidly, with increasing demand for air travel and a growing number of airlines operating in the country. However, this growth must be accompanied by robust safety measures to ensure that the safety of air travelers is not compromised. The NSIB's investigation into the recent crash-landing in Ilorin will be critical in identifying areas for improvement and ensuring that safety standards are upheld. In conclusion, the recent crash-landing of a Diamond training aircraft at the General Tunde Idiagbon International Airport in Ilorin serves as a reminder of the importance of aviation safety in Nigeria. The NSIB's investigation into the incident will be crucial in determining the causes of the crash and identifying measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. As the aviation industry in Nigeria continues to grow, it is essential to prioritize safety and ensure that robust safety measures are in place to protect air travelers. The NSIB's role in ensuring aviation safety in Nigeria cannot be overstated. The bureau's investigation into the recent incident demonstrates its commitment to transparency and accountability, and its findings will undoubtedly provide valuable insights into the causes of the crash. As the aviation industry in Nigeria continues to evolve, it is essential to recognize the importance of safety and to prioritize measures that ensure the safety of air travelers. Ultimately, the safety of air travelers in Nigeria depends on the effectiveness of the country's aviation safety regulatory framework. The NSIB's investigation into the recent crash-landing in Ilorin will be critical in identifying areas for improvement and ensuring that safety standards are upheld. By prioritizing safety and ensuring that robust safety measures are in place, Nigeria can continue to grow its aviation industry while protecting the safety of air travelers. The recent incident also highlights the importance of effective emergency response and medical care in the aftermath of an aviation incident. The fact that both occupants of the aircraft received medical attention promptly is a testament to the preparedness of emergency responders in Ilorin. The NSIB's investigation will undoubtedly provide valuable insights into the response to the incident and identify areas for improvement. In the end, the investigation into the recent crash-landing in Ilorin will be a critical step in ensuring that safety standards are upheld in Nigeria's aviation industry. The NSIB's commitment to transparency and accountability will be essential in identifying the causes of the incident and preventing similar incidents in the future. As the aviation industry in Nigeria continues to grow, it is essential to prioritise safety and ensure that robust safety measures are in place to protect air travelers. The incident also underscores the importance of regular maintenance and inspection of aircraft to prevent mechanical failures that could lead to accidents. The NSIB's investigation will likely examine the maintenance history of the aircraft and determine whether any mechanical issues contributed to the crash. 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Washington Post
16-05-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
DOJ plans to drop Boeing prosecution in 737 crashes, family lawyers say
Federal prosecutors on Friday told relatives of those who lost loved ones in fatal crashes of two 737 Max jets that they are considering dropping a criminal case against Boeing, lawyers said. An attorney representing the families said the notification amounted to a 'prearranged conclusion.' The news, which came during a video meeting with Justice Department lawyers, is the latest twist in the long-running case that has centered around Boeing's role in two fatal airliner crashes — one in Indonesia in 2018 and a second, five months later, in Ethiopia that killed 346 people. Family members were stunned, lawyers said. Under an agreement reached last year, Boeing agreed to plead guilty to one count of fraud, but the deal did not result in a formal plea. Instead, as talks continued, a federal judge set a date for a criminal trail next month in Texas. Paul Cassell, a professor of criminal law at the S.J. Quinney College of Law at the University of Utah, who is representing the families, said in a statement that while Lorinda Laryea, the acting chief of the criminal fraud division, indicated that a final decision has not been made in a meeting with families Friday, it was clear that Boeing would face few consequences for its role in the deadly crashes. 'Today the Justice Department's Criminal Division held a 'conferral session' but didn't truly confer at all,' he added. 'Instead, they conveyed their preconceived idea that Boeing should be allowed to escape any real consequences for its deadly lies. We hope that this bizarre plan will be rejected by the leadership of the Department.' Added Robert Clifford, lead counsel in a civil case pending against Boeing in federal district court in Chicago: 'We are offended by this deal, and we will challenge this.' The Justice Department declined to comment. During the first Trump administration, Boeing reached an agreement with federal prosecutors that shielded it from criminal prosecution in exchange for paying a fine and meeting certain conditions. If after three years, the Justice Department determined that Boeing met the terms of the deal, the company would not face criminal prosecution. The announcement angered families who were not told ahead of time that Boeing had reached a deal with federal prosecutors. Boeing appeared on track to meet the conditions of the deferred prosecution agreement. Then, in January 2024, a portion of a 737 Max jet operated by Alaska Airlines blew out in midflight. The company — and its promises to focus on safety in the wake of the 2018 and 2019 crashes — was suddenly back under the microscope and the subject of multiple federal probes into its manufacturing and safety oversight systems. At the same time, federal prosecutors have begun a review of whether Boeing had met the conditions of its agreement with the department. In May, the Justice Department, now under the Biden administration, determined that the company was in breach of the agreement. Last July, Boeing agreed to plead guilty to one count of fraud, pay $243.6 million in penalties, invest $455 million to strengthen its safety, quality and compliance programs, and submit to oversight by an independent monitor for three years. In December, however, District Court Judge Reed O'Connor of the Northern District of Texas, who is overseeing the case, rejected the plea agreement, citing concerns that diversity was among the criteria being used to select the outside monitor. After the change in administration, prosecutors sought more time to review the agreement. In March, one day after the Wall Street Journal reported that Boeing was negotiating with the Justice Department to withdraw its guilty plea and forgo outside monitoring, O'Connor set a June 23 trial date. The criminal case delved back into the design of the Max, an updated version of the hugely popular single-aisle 737. Boeing was racing to get the plane into service in the 2010s, locked in competition with its European rival Airbus, which was also offering a new model. The automated system implicated in the crashes — which was supposed to push the nose of the jet down in limited circumstances — was needed because of new, larger engines on the Max. Prosecutors have said that its two technical pilots concealed information from an FAA oversight office that the automated system could be triggered during a wider range of conditions, leading to mention of the system being removed from a safety report. That meant airline pilots in the United States and around the world did not have to undergo expensive training on the new system. But it also meant that pilots were not familiar with its operation. The FAA office only learned of the expanded scope of the system's operation after the first crash, according to prosecutors.
The Herald
14-05-2025
- General
- The Herald
Lack of oxygen likely caused 2023 air crash that prompted Washington, DC scare
A lack of oxygen likely incapacitated the pilot of a Cessna Citation 560 in June 2023 that prompted the US military to scramble F-16 fighter jets before the private jet crashed in Virginia, killing all four occupants, a final report said on Tuesday. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said it is likely the pilot and three passengers became incapacitated during the aircraft's climb to cruise altitude. The board said it appeared the plane was on autopilot at the time when it crossed into restricted airspace around Washington. Maintenance records raised questions about the issues around the pressurisation and environmental control system weeks before that the crash the owner had declined to address. The jet fighters created a sonic boom over the US capital region as they pursued the errant Cessna. A Cessna Citation can carry seven to 12 passengers. The US military attempted to contact the pilot, who was unresponsive, until the Cessna crashed in mountains in Montebello, Virginia near the George Washington National Forest. The Cessna began the day at its home airport in Melbourne, Florida, and later took off from Elizabethton Municipal Airport in Tennessee. It was bound for Long Island MacArthur Airport in New York, about 80km east of Manhattan. The NTSB said the plane reached the airport and then made nearly a 180-degree turn. The airplane was intercepted by US air force fighter aircraft minutes before it crashed. Pilots observed a person seated in the left cockpit seat slumped completely over into the right seat who remained motionless and unresponsive to radio transmissions, intercept flight manoeuvres and flare deployments. Incidents involving unresponsive pilots are not unprecedented. Golfer Payne Stewart died in 1999 along with five others after the aircraft he was in flew thousands of kilometres with the pilot and passengers unresponsive. The plane eventually crashed in South Dakota with no survivors. In the case of Stewart's flight, the plane lost cabin pressure, causing the occupants to lose consciousness because of oxygen deprivation. Reuters
Al Arabiya
14-05-2025
- General
- Al Arabiya
Lack of oxygen likely caused 2023 air crash that prompted Washington, DC scare
A lack of oxygen likely incapacitated the pilot of a Cessna Citation 560 in June 2023, prompting the US military to scramble F-16 fighter jets before the private jet crashed in Virginia, killing all four occupants, a final report said on Tuesday. The National Transportation Safety Board said it is likely the pilot and three passengers became incapacitated during the aircraft's climb to cruise altitude. The board said it appeared the plane was on autopilot at the time it crossed into restricted airspace around Washington. Maintenance records raised questions about issues with the pressurization and environmental control system weeks before the crash that the owner had declined to address. The jet fighters created a sonic boom over the US capital region as they pursued the errant Cessna. A Cessna Citation can carry seven to 12 passengers. The US military attempted to contact the pilot, who was unresponsive, until the Cessna crashed in the mountains of Montebello, Virginia, near the George Washington National Forest. The Cessna began the day at its home airport in Melbourne, Florida, and later took off from Elizabethton Municipal Airport in Elizabethton, Tennessee. It was bound for Long Island MacArthur Airport in New York, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) east of Manhattan. The NTSB said the plane reached the airport and then made nearly a 180-degree turn. The airplane was intercepted by US Air Force fighter aircraft minutes before it crashed. Pilots observed a person seated in the left cockpit seat slumped completely over into the right seat, who remained motionless and unresponsive to radio transmissions, intercept flight maneuvers, and flare deployments. Incidents involving unresponsive pilots are not unprecedented. Golfer Payne Stewart died in 1999 along with five others after the aircraft he was in flew thousands of miles with the pilot and passengers unresponsive. The plane eventually crashed in South Dakota with no survivors. In the case of Stewart's flight, the plane lost cabin pressure, causing the occupants to lose consciousness because of oxygen deprivation.
