Schiewe R, et al. - Given that for blind intubation as well as for fibreoptic guided intubation, the intubating laryngeal mask Fastrach is considered a gold standard via a laryngeal mask, researchers compared the Fastrach single use with the recently introduced low-priced single use intubating laryngeal mask Ambu Aura-i via performing a prospective, randomized clinical trial at University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Kiel, from April 2011 to April 2012. They randomized and enrolled 80 patients undergoing general anaesthesia with planned tracheal intubation in the study. They performed blind intubation with either laryngeal mask using two different tracheal tubes [Rüsch Super Safety Silk and laryngeal masks (LMA) endotracheal tube (ETT)]. After an unsuccessful procedure, a crossover-design was undertaken. Outcomes revealed the suitability of both laryngeal mask devices for ventilation and oxygenation. The LMA Fastrach remain the preferred option for blind intubation. The Ambu Aura-i is not identified as suitable for blind intubation.