The Federal Aviation Administration is mandating a safety update already recommended by Boeing for 737s; it’s designed to give pilots more warning when airspeed drops too low, especially in landings and approaches. Too much reliance on auto-throttle and other automation has been identified as a factor in a number of crashes, including the Asiana 777 crash last year at SFO. DETAILS from Reuters.
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Rethymno is a rare combination of history and modern-day luxury, with its multicultural old town, tropical beaches and exquisite Cretan cuisine.
