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Aircraft overruns runway at local airport
by: Emily Lewis
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — First responders
were called to assist after an aircraft overran the runway in Miami Township.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol Dayton Post was called to the Dayton Wright Brothers Airport (KMGY) Thursday morning on reports of an aircraft that had gone off the runway.
OSP says the Cessna aircraft was landing at the airport and overran the runway into the grass by approximately 60 feet. Four people were on board at the time — two pilots and two passengers.
The plane was towed back onto the runway. There was no visible or known damage to the aircraft.
No injuries were reported, according to OSP. The incident was documented and will be turned over to the FAA for additional investigation.
https://www.wdtn.com/news/local-news/aircraft-overruns-runway-at-local-airport/
San Bernardino County Fire District Showcases Advanced eVTOL Aircraft for Emergency Response
Victor Valley News Group
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (VVNG.com) — The San Bernardino County Fire District
recently hosted a demonstration of a cutting-edge electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, aimed at revolutionizing emergency medical response in challenging environments.
According to a written statement from the San Bernardino County Fire District, the event was part of the agency’s broader mission to explore innovative technologies that can enhance public safety and improve patient outcomes.
The demonstration evaluated the feasibility of deploying a paramedic, along with critical medical gear and whole blood, using an eVTOL aircraft.
The initiative focused on whether this technology could effectively overcome common barriers such as traffic congestion, difficult terrain, and remote rural distances, all of which often delay emergency medical care.
“This aircraft represents a powerful new tool in time-sensitive trauma care,” the agency stated. “The demonstration highlighted the potential of eVTOL technology to dramatically reduce response times.”
The showcased aircraft was developed by
Pivotal, and the test flight marks one of many steps the fire district is taking to assess future-forward solutions in emergency services.
As emergency response becomes increasingly complex, the fire district emphasized its commitment to exploring emerging technologies. “#SBCOFD is actively exploring all emerging technologies to better serve our residents,” the statement said.
San Bernardino County Fire District Showcases Advanced eVTOL Aircraft for Emergency Response
NTSB Final Report: Missoula Aviation LLC Super Drifter
Airplane Then Encountered An Aerodynamic Stall While Banked About 45 Degrees, Which Continued To A 90-Degree Bank...
Location: Lafayette, Tennessee Accident Number: ERA24LA296
Date & Time: July 7, 2024, 16:35 Local Registration: N692BS
Aircraft: Missoula Aviation LLC Super Drifter Aircraft Damage: Substantial
Defining Event: Loss of control in flight Injuries: 1 Serious, 1 None
Flight Conducted Under: Part 91: General aviation - Personal
Analysis: The pilot and passenger reported that during the final approach to land, an unexpected gust of wind pushed the airplane toward the west side of the runway, near the precision approach path indicator lights and a hillside. As the pilot initiated a go-around, a stronger gust lifted the right wing, and the airplane rolled to the left. The airplane then encountered an aerodynamic stall while banked about 45 degrees, which continued to a 90-degree bank with a 45-degree nose-down pitch attitude. Due to the low altitude, the pilot was unable to recover, and the airplane impacted the airport ramp area, coming to rest inverted. The pilot was seriously injured and the airplane’s wings and fuselage were substantially damaged. The pilot reported that there were no pre-impact mechanical malfunctions or failures of the airplane that would have precluded normal operation.
Probable Cause and Findings: The National Transportation Safety Board determines the probable cause(s) of this accident to be -- The pilot's failure to maintain control of the airplane during a go-around in gusting wind conditions.
FMI: www.ntsb.gov
Today in History
45 Years ago today: On 27 June 1980 Itavia flight 870, a Douglas DC-9-15, crashed into the Tyrrhenian Sea off Ustica, Italy, killing all 81 occupants.
| Date: | Friday 27 June 1980 |
| Time: | 20:59 |
| Type: | Douglas DC-9-15 |
| Owner/operator: | Aerolinee Itavia |
| Registration: | I-TIGI |
| MSN: | 45724/22 |
| Year of manufacture: | 1966 |
| Total airframe hrs: | 29544 hours |
| Cycles: | 45032 flights |
| Engine model: | P&W JT8D-7 |
| Fatalities: | Fatalities: 81 / Occupants: 81 |
| Other fatalities: | 0 |
| Aircraft damage: | Destroyed, written off |
| Category: | Unlawful Interference |
| Location: | 25 km NE off Ustica, Italy [Tyrrhenian Sea] - Mediterranean Sea |
| Phase: | En route |
| Nature: | Passenger - Scheduled |
| Departure airport: | Bologna-Borgo Panigale Airport (BLQ/LIPE) |
| Destination airport: | Palermo-Punta Raisi Airport (PMO/LICJ) |
| Confidence Rating: | Information verified through data from accident investigation authorities |
Narrative:
Itavia flight 870, a Douglas DC-9-15, crashed into the Tyrrhenian Sea off Ustica, Italy, killing all 81 occupants.
Flight 870 departed Bologna (BLQ) at 20:08 on a domestic flight to Palermo (PMO). The DC-9 was en route over the Tyrrhenian Sea at an altitude of about 24000 feet when an explosion occurred. Extensive structural damage caused the plane to break up. Most of the wreckage sank to a depth of some 3500 metres.
The cause of the accident has never been officially established. In the years following the accident many theories were suggested. Some theories cantered around the fact that the DC-9 may have accidentally been shot down by NATO fighters. Either during an exercise involving Italian, U.S., and French jet fighters, or during a dog fight involving Libyan, U.S., French and Italian Air Force fighters in the area.
It has also been suggested that explosive device detonated in the rear (starboard) toilet.
