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08/24/2026

Why is Cape Newenham Airport so unforgiving?

Our latest article examines the steep runway, surrounding mountainous terrain, poor visibility, and critical decisions involved in the August 20 Security Aviation crash in southwest Alaska.

Cape Newenham Airport leaves little room for error. Aviation Law Group examines the treacherous terrain, steep runway, poor visibility, and critical decisions surrounding the August 20 Security Avi…

07/24/2026

We are monitoring the Kenmore Air crash of a DHC-3 Otter in the San Juan Islands today.

Kenmore Air Floatplane Crash Near Sucia Island: What We Know and the Questions Investigators Must Answer by Aviation Law Group Our hearts are with everyone impacted by Thursday’s crash near S…

06/26/2026

Approximately twenty minutes before the accident, Salt Lake Center Air Traffic Control warned the flight crew of moderate, heavy, to extreme convective activity at the aircraft’s 12 o’clock position and 74 miles ahead.

Yet the crew of Delta Flight 56 flew into a known area of dangerous convective weather, with the seatbelt sign turned off, beverage service underway, and no warning given to passengers of the dangerous conditions.

With severely injured passengers and crew, Delta did not declare an emergency, did not request expedited routing from air traffic control, and declined expedited handling when asked if it was needed.

Instead of landing at a nearer suitable airport, such as Salt Lake City or Denver, the aircraft continued for another hour and a half or more to Minneapolis-St. Paul, where Delta had a large hub presence.

Air traffic control warned the crew that dangerous convective weather was directly ahead. Yet with the seatbelt sign off, and beverage service underway, Flight 56 continued into the storm. Afterwar…

03/25/2026

At this early stage, no responsible analysis should pretend the full answer is known. The NTSB itself has emphasized that major aviation accidents rarely result from a single failure, and the facts released so far are consistent with that view.

However, there are already signs of multiple safety failures that may have contributed to the accident, including runway-crossing clearance timing, the significance of anticipatory landing clearance issued two minutes before the accident, the combined controller duties on the midnight shift, vehicle transponder issues, and the failure of ground surface radar to generate a collision alert.

The deadly runway collision at LaGuardia involving Air Canada Express Flight 8646 highlights growing concerns over airport congestion, controller workload, and runway safety. As the NTSB investigat…

02/05/2026

Today, Aviation Law Group filed the first wrongful death lawsuit arising from the tragic crash of Bering Air Flight 445 near Nome, Alaska, honoring the life of JaDee Moncur and seeking accountability for the loss of ten lives. Our firm remains committed to pursuing justice for victims’ families and stronger aviation safety for all.

Tomorrow marks the one-year anniversary of the crash.

On February 5, 2026, Aviation Law Group, together with co-counsel Clayton and Diemer, filed a wrongful death action in the Superior Court for the State of Alaska, Second Judicial District at Nome, …

12/14/2025

Airlines frequently describe turbulence injuries as unavoidable acts of nature. The investigations into HA35 and now Delta 56 challenge that narrative. These are preventable accidents. In this instance, Delta 56 sent 25 people to the hospital and put the other passengers through a 2.5-minute terrifying experience that no one should have to endure.

Early investigative findings indicate the aircraft flew into known convective weather that had been forecast and warned about in advance. For our firm, the facts are troubling not because they are …

11/29/2025

A recent JetBlue incident has revealed a serious vulnerability in many Airbus A320 aircraft linked to solar radiation and flight control systems. Airbus has called for immediate action across the global fleet and grounded all aircraft on the busiest travel weekend of the year. ALG Attorney and A320 Captain, Chris Rusing explains the technical cause, the safety implications, and the legal protections available to those who were on Jet Blue 1230.

A surge in solar activity has exposed a hidden vulnerability in thousands of Airbus A320s, triggering a frightening uncommanded dive on a recent JetBlue flight and prompting urgent global fixes and…

11/05/2025

Our deepest condolences go out to the families and community affected by the crash of UPS Flight 2976 in Louisville.

The accident claimed at least nine lives and injured many others after an apparent engine failure during takeoff. As investigators search for answers, questions remain about potential mechanical, design, or maintenance issues that may have contributed.

We’ve published a detailed analysis of what is known so far, including insights from aviation experts and legal considerations for those impacted.

On November 4, 2025, UPS Airlines Flight 2976, a McDonnell Douglas MD-11F cargo aircraft, crashed shortly after takeoff from Louisville, Kentucky, killing all three crew members and at least six pe…

10/23/2025

Aviation Law Group is investigating the tragic October 16, 2025, crash of a Hawker 800XP near Bath Township, Michigan. The accident shows striking similarities to a 2024 Hawker 900XP crash in Utah, both occurring during post-maintenance stall tests. Our team continues to examine potential safety issues in Hawker-series jets to help prevent future accidents.

Aviation Law Group is investigating the October 16, 2025 crash of a Hawker 800XP (XA-JMR) near Bath Township, Michigan. The accident bears striking similarities to a February 2024 Hawker 900XP cras…

06/12/2025

Aviation Law Group is closely monitoring the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787 “Dreamliner” that went down shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, en route to London. Initial reports indicate the aircraft failed to gain altitude before crashing into a student hostel near the airport, killing nearly all 242 onboard and injuring others on the ground.

ALG has begun its own investigation into the accident, including early video evidence suggesting a loss of engine thrust, failure to retract landing gear, and deployment of the ram air turbine—signs that may point to serious mechanical or electrical failure. This is the first fatal crash involving a Boeing 787.

Our hearts are with the families affected by this tragedy. As more details emerge, ALG remains committed to uncovering the facts and assisting those impacted.

Aviation Law Group PS (ALG) is closely monitoring the events from Ahmedabad, India, and has begun our own investigation into the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171, a Boeing 787, scheduled to fly…

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