Archive for the ‘Aviation Safety’ Category
Improving Drone Security Around Airports And Other High-Risk Environments: Where To Start?
“We know that it is critical to stay on top of evolving aviation risks so that we can keep our customers informed and properly protected,” says Chris Proudlove, [senior vice…
Pros and Cons of Hangar Foam Fire Suppression Systems
Safely housing aircraft in hangars poses some unique challenges. These high-value assets contain flammable fuel and are often in close proximity to ignition sources so the potential for fuel spill…
Crisis Preparation: How Would You Cope in a Crisis?
We live in turbulent times, with global levels of uncertainty continuing to rise. Consequently, it has never been more important for companies to have a robust structure in place to…
Upset Prevention and Recovery Training: A Firsthand View
“Aircraft upset” is a term that no one in aviation likes to hear when it is used to describe a real-world event. It is a condition in which the flight…
ADS-B and Light Aircraft: Are You Ready?
Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast – or ADS-B – is a new way to manage air traffic in which properly equipped aircraft automatically self-report their position using the global positioning…
Cyber Security and Aircraft Operations: “In Flight” Does not Mean “In the Clear”
Cyber security is a critical issue that continues to grow in importance with every data breach that occurs. While the public tends to be aware of only the high-profile incidents,…
My Eye-Opening Experience With Seaplane Safety and Egress Training
Countless times every day, seaplanes take off or land across the world. The vast majority of those events take place without incident. Of course, seaplanes are not immune from mechanical…
CORSIA is Coming: Information on the Carbon Offsetting Initiative
If you are not familiar with the details of the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA), you soon will be. This global initiative was agreed by the…
Emergency Response: Communicating Through a Crisis
An emergency response plan needs to be practiced to build confidence that will work should a real-life event happen. In the aftermath of an aircraft accident, aviation operation employees are…
