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Bob Baron, Ph.D
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President at The Aviation Consulting Group, LLC.
Extensive experience as a pilot, educator, and aviation safety advocate.
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Bob Baron, Ph.D @bobbaron.bsky.social · Feb 6
The Aviation Safety Library: A Collection Of Articles, Papers, Presentations, And Online Courses.

www.tacgworldwide.com/Safety-Library

#aviation #aviationsafety #humanfactors #safetymanagement #airlines #avgeek #safety #flightsafety #airlinesafety #safetyculture #pilots #cabincrew #aircraft
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Southwest's profits are down 42% this year but it's the top U.S. airline stock
Southwest's stock has gained nearly 24% so far this year, more than any other airline.
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December 24, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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According to IATA data, the global airline sector will see a record US $41 billion net profit windfall in 2026, but margins will stay razor thin at just 3.9%. We look at the projections for the coming year.

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Airlines Predicted to Hit Record $41 Billion Profit in 2026, But Margins Stay Razor Thin
According to IATA data, the global airline sector will see a record US $41 billion net profit in 2026, but margins stay razor thin at 3.9%.
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December 21, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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December 21, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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2025-11-20: The NTSB released its preliminary report and added a CCTV surveillance camera stills of the engine seperation sequence.
www.ntsb.gov/Documents/Pr...
November 20, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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A plane carrying a delegation of the Minister of Mines crashes upon landing at Kolwezi airport in the capital of Lualaba District in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
November 17, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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2025-11-17: AirJet Angola Embraer ERJ-145 (D2-AJB, *2001) ran off the side of runway 29 on landing at Kolwezi AP(FZQM), DR Congo, and its tail caught fire. On board was a government delegation of ~20 people travelling from Lubumbashi, all of whom evacuated safely.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Effect of Airline Stock Price After an Accident
Introduction Airline accidents, though rare, can have significant repercussions beyond the immediate loss and emotional distress. One of the notable effects is on the financial markets, especially the...
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November 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Understanding the Concept of Safety: "How Safe is Safe?"
The question "How safe is safe?" delves into the subjective and often contextual nature of safety. Safety, in its most basic sense, refers to the condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause...
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November 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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Flight attendants play a vital role in the aviation industry, ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of passengers during flights. Their responsibilities extend far beyond serving food and beverages...
www.tacgworldwide.com/Flight-Atten...
#flightattendants #cabincrew
November 16, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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2025-08-13: UPS Boeing 747-800F (N613UP, *2018) flight #UPS61 from Hong Kong experienced pod-strikes on its 3rd landing attempt into runway 05L at Taipei-Intl AP(RCTP), Taiwan resulting in engine nacelle damage. Local weather consisted of very strong winds at the time.
August 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Via Aviation safety Network-

The collision between a Gol 737 MAX 8 and an MX vehicle on the runway occurred after the air traffic controller cleared the flight for takeoff without visually scanning the runway, according to a newly released investigation report.
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August 7, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Delta Jet Diverts To Remote Military Airbase In The Middle Of The Atlantic - Airline Orchestrates Rescue
Delta flight DL-127 made an emergency landing in the Azores after an engine failure on July 6. Passengers were rescued after a dramatic diversion.
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July 11, 2025 at 11:48 AM
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April 2, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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When a video is worth a thousand words!
fresch-dude.bsky.social FreSch @fresch-dude.bsky.social · Mar 19
Meanwhile in Russia de-icing gets underway 😬

(Originally posted by Breaking Aviation News & Videos on Twitter)
March 19, 2025 at 11:46 PM
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Frontier Airlines offers free checked bags promotion in swipe at Southwest
Budget carrier Frontier Airlines is offering free checked luggage and economy bundles that come with seat assignments and carry-on bags.
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March 18, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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I was asked if Denver Airport was named after John Denver.
March 14, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Meanwhile, in Denver...
fresch-dude.bsky.social FreSch @fresch-dude.bsky.social · Mar 14
Passengers evacuate after American Airlines 737-800 catches fire on tarmac of Denver airport.

The fire started just before 6 p.m. Mountain Time after the flight diverted to the airport due to what appeared to be an engine issue.
March 14, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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12 transported after fire seen under American Airlines plane diverted to Denver International Airport
Passengers were evacuated Thursday evening from an American Airlines flight after a fire was reported.
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March 14, 2025 at 12:04 PM
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Spirit, fresh from bankruptcy, is ready to take on the new Southwest, CEO says
Spirit Airlines, fresh from bankruptcy, is ready to take on the new Southwest, CEO says
Spirit Airlines emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy this week, meeting its target to exit in the first quarter.
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March 13, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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March 13, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Would You Rent a Bunk Bed on a Long-Haul Flight? Soon You’ll Be Able to
Who wants to go to Auckland?
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March 12, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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JetBlue pilot who was arrested at Logan Airport in Boston shot and killed himself airlive.net/news/2025/03...
JetBlue pilot who was arrested at Logan Airport in Boston shot and killed himself
Pilot who was arrested last month at Logan Airport in Boston, shot and killed himself Friday morning.
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March 12, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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March 12, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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Boeing plane prices could increase by millions with tariffs, says AerCap CEO
AerCap CEO Aengus Kelly joined CNBC's "Squawk Box" to discuss how tariffs could impact Boeing production.
www.cnbc.com
March 12, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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EasyJet pilot suspended after A320 came close to colliding with a mountain as the plane descended towards the Red Sea resort of Hurghada in Egypt.

An official investigation into the February 2 drama of Flight EZY2251 will include details of the incident.
March 11, 2025 at 7:04 PM