Breaking Down Barriers on the Rails: Safety-Culture Initiative Improves Safety

Improving Transit Performance with Automated Data Collection Systems

Nigel Wilson relies on the London Underground Oyster card, but not for his daily commute. Wilson uses data from transit fare cards to research and improve transit services in London.

Volpe Human Factors Expert Focuses on Next Generation of Transportation Professionals

When Stephen Popkin isn't performing cutting-edge safety work at Volpe, The National Transportation Systems Center, or serving as a keynote speaker for an international human factors conference, he dedicates his time to developing the next generation of transportation professionals.

STAMPing Safety into Aviation Practice: Analysis of a U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Mishap

In September 2008, four crew members and a U.S. Coast Guard HH-65 helicopter perished offshore of Oahu, Hawaii, in the aftermath of a night training mission. While practicing a medical evacuation from a small boat, the helicopter's hoist cable tangled in a deck fitting.

CAFE Program Advances U.S. Energy and Environmental Goals

It's a myth that fuel economy standards are new, says Kevin Green, head of the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) program office at Volpe, The National Transportation Center. Mandated by Congress, CAFE standards debuted in 1975.

Volpe Analysis Contributes to New International Aviation Noise Standards

In February, ICAO's Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection agreed to a new noise standard for new-design aircraft entering into service in 2017 (and for lower-weight aircraft entering into service in 2020).

Safety Programs Motivate Behavior Change in Truck and Bus Industry

"Safety is number one" at the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, said the agency's deputy administrator, Bill Bronrott.

NTSB Calls On Volpe Engineering Psychologist for Expert Testimony

Disaster Recovery: Stay Safe and Train Often

A casual sport shirt and khakis are Terry Sheehan's version of dressing for success. "You have to always be ready—you never know where you might end up," he said. Sheehan, the Regional Emergency Transportation Representative for the U.S. DOT's New England Region, is prepared to be deployed...

Research Provides Snapshot of Alternative Jet Fuel Production

A recent analysis by staff at Volpe, The National Transportation Systems Center, aims to identify whether and to what extent industry-planned alternative jet fuel production can contribute to aviation carbon neutral growth goals. The international aviation industry has committed to carbon...