31 years ago Delta Flight 191 encountered a microburst on approach to DFW and crashed. Thanks to the lessons learned from that tragedy, windshear warning and avoidance has become an integral part of aviation safety management.
Rarely is much attention paid to one of the most important design aspects of modern jet engines: The cowlings. Aviation safety expert David J. Williams explores the history and development of the modern engine enclosure.
An apparent tornado wreaked havoc and destruction on St. Louis' Lambert Airport Friday evening, tearing off portions of the terminal's roof and leaving debris strewn about the tarmac.