An air ambulance service based at the Charlotte County (FL) Airport has been shut down by federal officials for alleged air safety violations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on May 23 suspend Air Trek's operating license. According to the FAA's emergency order of suspension, the company: failed to abide by guidelines regulating aircraft weight and balance; allowed unqualified pilots to command international flights; allowed pilots to fly after they failed required competency/proficiency checks; did not provide pilots adequate rest time;…
FAA Shuts Down Air Ambulance Operation
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