House Passes Airline Safety BillBuffalo, NY(2009-10-15)The U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill Wednesday that improves airline safety in the wake of last February's crash of Flight 3407 in Clarence.
Airline Chief Admits Pilot Should Not Have Been Flying Doomed CraftWashington, DC(2009-08-07)The head of the commuter airline involved in the February crash that killed 50 people in Clarence admitted Thursday that the pilot should not have been flying the doomed plane.
House Unveils Bill to Improve Aviation Safety in Wake of Clarence CrashWashington, DC(2009-07-30)February's crash of Flight 3407 in Clarence has led to sweeping legislation in the House of Representatives that would improve aviation safety. he bipartisan bill calls for more stringent training of pilots in stall recovery and would require airlines to develop fatigue management systems for pilots.
More Cockpit Conversation from Flight 3407 ReleasedBuffalo, NY (2009-07-27)The National Transportation Safety Board has released addition information about the crash of Flight 3407 in Clarence last February.
US Senate Hearing Examines Aviation Safety RegulationsWashington, DC(2009-06-11)US Senators got an earful Wednesday from aviation officials on poor safety regulations. Congressional hearings are underway in the wake of last February's crash of Flight 3407 in Clarence.
The US House of Representatives approved an amendment Thursday that calls for an independent review of commercial airline pilot training programs. The amendment was introduced by Western New York's three congressional representatives following last week's hearings into the crash of Continental Connection Flight 3407 in Clarence last February.
EMS Week Spotlights Courage of WNY Emergency RespondersCheektowaga, NY(2009-05-20)Several of Erie County's dedicated emergency responders joined county officials Tuesday to commemorate Emergency Medical Services week. The recognition comes just months after the crash of Flight 3407, the biggest disaster ever faced by local emergency responders.
NTSB Hearings into Plane Crash Wrap UpWashington, DC(2009-05-14)Thursday was the final day of hearings into the deadly crash of Continental Connection Flight 3407 in Clarence. A lot of evidence has been publicly released, but victim's families still have unanswered questions.
Airline Industry Expert Predicts Crash of Flight 3407 will Spur FAA ChangesBuffalo, NY(2009-05-14)Revelations from the National Transportation Safety Board hearings into the crash of flight 3407 have stunned the victims' families and the nation. Beyond the shock and profound sadness, some wonder how the circumstances surrounding the tragedy will impact the future of airline travel. WBFO's Joyce Kryszak talked with someone who offers some perspective. William Swelbar is a research engineer with MIT's International Center for Air Transportation, who studies airline market behavior.
Flight 3407 Cockpit Transcript Released, Hearings UnderwayWashington, DC(2009-05-12)The pilot of Continental Connection Flight 3407 uttered "Jesus Christ" seconds before the plane crashed in Clarence on February 12th. The last sound from the cockpit was the first officer screaming.
Clarence Supervisor to Monitor NTSB Crash HearingsBuffalo, NY(2009-05-12)The National Transportation Safety Board begins three days of hearings on the crash of Flight 3407 Tuesday in Washington. The day also marks the three month anniversary of the crash of the Continental Connection flight that slammed into a house in Clarence.
Another Flight 3407 Lawsuit FiledBuffalo, NY (2009-04-01)Another Flight 3407 lawsuit was filed in Buffalo's Federal Court yesterday on behalf of the family of 34 year old Jennifer Neill of Clarence.
Icing Minimal Impact on Stall Speed of Flight 3407Buffalo, NY (2009-03-25)
The National Transportation Safety Board says there were no mechanical issues prior to the crash of Flight 3407 last month in Clarence.
Song in Honor of Flight 3407Clarence, NY (2009-03-13)
One month after Flight 3407 crashed in Clarence Center, a song has been unveiled in honor of all those connected to the horrific event.
Long Street Quietly Reopened to TrafficClarence, NY (2009-03-13)
State Police quietly reopened traffic on Long Street in Clarence where Flight 3407 crashed one month ago.
Document ing Flight 3407 Crash Stories Buffalo, NY (2009-03-10) Two Clarence Middle School teachers are organizing an effort to collect stories from the tragic crash of Flight 3407.
Flight 3407 Tee Shirt Promotes Life and HealingClarence, NY(2009-03-06)As the town of Clarence recovers from the devastating crash of Flight 3407, a tee shirt has been created to offer comfort and love within the community.
Aviation Safety Group Sues FAA over Safety IssuesBuffalo, NY(2009-02-26)A group of aviation safety advocates came to Buffalo to talk about a lawsuit it filed against the Federal Aviation Administration just two weeks after the fatal crash of Flight 3407.
Some Residents Return to Long StreetClarence, NY (2009-02-25)Clarence Center residents evacuated the night Flight 3407 crashed on Long Street were given the okay to return to their homes Tuesday
Lead NTSB Investigator in Clarence Crash ResignsWashington, DC(2009-02-20)The lead member of the National Transportation Safety Board team that investigated the crash of Flight 3407 in Clarence last week is resigning. Steven Chealander has been a member of the board since January 2007. His last day is February 28th.
