# NTSB

Two Small-Plane Crashes in the U.S. Leave One Dead and Prompt Federal Probes

A small aircraft crashed near Gilbert, South Carolina on February 6, killing one person and injuring another, while a separate crash occurred in Idaho the same day with local firefighters on scene. The FAA and NTSB have opened investigations that will examine mechanical, human and environmental factors and could lead to safety recommendations affecting general aviation oversight.

SoMi2026年2月8日 09:40

#plane crash#South Carolina#Idaho

Technology

Waymo’s $16bn Windfall: A Record Bet on Robotaxis That Comes with Regulatory Risk

Waymo has secured a record $16 billion financing round valuing the company at about $126 billion, signalling investor confidence in robotaxis. The deal accelerates global expansion plans but arrives amid safety incidents and federal probes that underscore regulatory and operational risks.

NeTe2026年2月3日 06:30

#Waymo#autonomous vehicles#robotaxi