Learjet near miss, Embraer deliveries up and lots more...

Near Collision Between Learjet and JetBlue at Boston Logan Airport

A near collision occurred between a Learjet and a JetBlue plane at Boston Logan International Airport on February 27, 2023. The Learjet, operated by charter firm Hop-a-Jet, was taking off from runway 9 when it crossed the path of the JetBlue Embraer ERJ 190, which was landing on runway 4R. The JetBlue plane was able to pull up just in time to avoid a collision.

According to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), the Learjet pilot was instructed by an air traffic controller to line up and wait on runway 9 while the JetBlue flight landed on runway 4R. However, the Learjet pilot did not follow the instructions and began a takeoff roll instead. The JetBlue pilot was able to see the Learjet crossing the runway and took evasive action, which prevented a collision.

The NTSB report released yesterday provides additional details about the incident. The report states that the Learjet pilot acknowledged the ATC instruction to line up and wait, but he then began the takeoff roll. The report also states that the Learjet pilot was suffering from a cold and a stuffy nose, which may have contributed to the error.

The report also notes that the JetBlue pilot was highly skilled and took immediate action to avoid a collision. The JetBlue pilot initiated a go-around while the plane was still over runway 4R, before reaching the intersection with runway 9. The JetBlue plane passed about 400 feet above the Learjet as it was taking off.

The NTSB report concludes that the probable cause of the near collision was the Learjet pilot's failure to follow ATC instructions. The report also notes that the Learjet pilot's cold and stuffy nose may have contributed to the error.

The report makes several recommendations to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. These recommendations include:

• Air traffic controllers should be more vigilant in monitoring aircraft that are instructed to line up and wait.

• Pilots should be more careful to follow ATC instructions, even when they are feeling unwell.

• Airports should consider installing additional safety measures, such as runway-end safety areas, to prevent near misses and collisions.

The near collision between the Learjet and the JetBlue plane is a reminder of the importance of safety in aviation. Even a small mistake can have catastrophic consequences. It is important for all pilots and air traffic controllers to be vigilant and to follow procedures carefully.

Embraer Deliveries Soar in Second Quarter

Embraer, the Brazilian aerospace company, announced on Tuesday that its deliveries jumped by 47% in the second quarter of 2023, compared to the same period last year. The company delivered a total of 62 aircraft in the quarter, including 38 executive jets and 24 commercial aircraft.

The increase in deliveries was driven by strong demand for both Embraer's executive jets and commercial aircraft. In the executive jet segment, Embraer delivered 25 Phenom jets, up from 19 in the second quarter of 2022. The company also delivered 13 Praetor jets, up from 11 in the same period last year.

In the commercial aircraft segment, Embraer delivered 12 E175 jets and 12 E195-E2 jets. This was the first time that Embraer delivered more than 10 E195-E2 jets in a single quarter.

The increase in deliveries was also helped by a number of significant orders that Embraer received in the quarter. In June, NetJets, a fractional ownership company, announced an order for up to 250 Praetor 500 jets. If all options are exercised, this deal would be valued at more than $5 billion.

The strong second quarter delivery figures are a positive sign for Embraer. The company is on track to meet its full-year delivery forecast of 180-200 aircraft. Embraer is also well-positioned to benefit from the growing demand for business jets and regional aircraft.

In addition to the increase in deliveries, Embraer also saw its backlog decline slightly in the second quarter. The company's backlog stood at $17.3 billion at the end of June, down from $17.4 billion at the end of March. This decline was due to the completion of a number of deliveries in the quarter.

Overall, the second quarter was a strong one for Embraer. The company delivered more aircraft than it did in the same period last year and its backlog declined slightly. Embraer is well-positioned to continue its growth in the coming quarters.

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