Aviation

The Federal Aviation Authority is investigating the fatal crash in New York’s East River. The pilot managed to make a mayday call moments before hitting the water.
The United States’ oldest civil rights group says flying American Airlines is risky for black travelers.
Before a flight to San Francisco, the crew noticed the aircraft, part of a new 737 fleet, was staffed with only women.
Death in a high-impact plane crash is usually pretty quick and painless.
Researchers say they've found an effective deterrent that doesn't harm the birds at all.