Southwest Airlines is implementing advanced cockpit alert systems, known as SmartRunway and SmartLanding, across over 700 Boeing 737 aircraft to improve safety during critical flight phases. This technology, developed by Honeywell Aerospace Technologies, offers real-time alerts to pilots regarding their speed, altitude, and runway status—essential for preventing runway-related accidents. The initiative follows recent incidents highlighting the need for enhanced safety measures. Despite this technology being available for some time, many airlines have traditionally not activated it until after serious near-misses, marking Southwest’s proactive approach to aviation safety.
The alert system warns pilots if they're too fast, too high, or on the wrong runway.
Today's pilots face increasing challenges, including unpredictable weather and dense traffic in limited airspace, forcing them to make split-second decisions during takeoff and landing.
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