Damaged CVR in Learjet 45 Crash Prompts AAIB to Seek US Technical Support
India's AAIB has sought specialized US assistance to retrieve data from the fire-damaged Honeywell cockpit voice recorder of a crashed Learjet 45.
Feb 18, 20263 min
SAFETY
New FAA Rule Requires 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorders on All New Aircraft
The FAA finalized a rule requiring 25-hour cockpit voice recorders on new aircraft; the move helps investigators solve complex aviation safety incidents.
Feb 10, 20262 min
REGULATORY
Why the FAA is Mandating 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorders on New Aircraft
The FAA finalized a rule on February 2, 2026, mandating 25-hour cockpit voice recorders (CVR) on all newly manufactured aircraft to prevent data loss in investigations.
Feb 7, 20263 min
REGULATORY
Why Did the FAA Mandate 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorders for New Aircraft?
The FAA finalized a rule requiring newly manufactured aircraft to have 25-hour cockpit voice recorders, aligning US standards with ICAO and EASA for better accident investigations.
Feb 4, 20263 min
REGULATORY
Why Did the FAA Mandate 25-Hour Cockpit Voice Recorders for New Aircraft?
The FAA finalized a rule mandating 25-hour CVRs for newly manufactured aircraft, aligning with global standards and improving accident investigations.
Feb 3, 20263 min
REGULATORY
Why Did the FAA Mandate 25-Hour Cockpit Audio Despite Pilot Pushback?
The FAA finalized a rule requiring 25-hour cockpit voice recorders on new aircraft to prevent data loss in accident investigations, replacing the two-hour standard; pilot unions fear surveillance.
Feb 2, 20263 min
REGULATORY