Vector Online - Page 2, In category Operators

Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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Batteries - follow manufacturer instructions!

The era of electric aircraft is upon us. Operators must follow manufacturer instructions to minimise the risk of battery fires that could end in tragedy.

Posted in Components, Operators;

Posted 4 years ago

Root cause analysis - the five whys

After an occurrence, some operators ‘fix’ what they see as the most obvious cause of a failure.

Posted in Operators;

Posted 5 years ago

A warning on drug testing for operators

An operator was anguished after discovering that several employees deliberately set out to deceive him by trying to stymie a drug test.

Posted in Operators;

Posted 5 years ago

It's your exposition

When done well, an exposition can become a powerful tool for both decision-makers and employees. Read the articleIt's your exposition

Posted in Operators;

Posted 5 years ago

Straying from standards

It might seem like rigidly sticking to best practice is a pain, when workarounds and shortcuts seem to do as good a job.

Posted in Operators;

Posted 5 years ago

Extra eyes

A couple of occurrences last year serve as a good reminder of the importance ground handlers play in aviation safety. Read the articleExtra eyes

Deferral of defects

If you’re a certificated organisation recording and managing defects, make sure what you’re doing complies with the rules, and your own exposition. Read the articleDeferral of defects

Posted in Operators;

Posted 6 years ago

Normalisation of deviance

How is it that trained pilots and other aviation professionals can deviate from required operating practice? Read the articleNormalisation of deviance

Posted in Operators;

Posted 7 years ago

Assessment of FDT Schemes

The CAA introduced a procedure in 2017 to ensure consistent application of Flight and Duty Time (FDT) rules. Read the articleAssessment of FDT Schemes

Posted in CAA, Operators;

Posted 7 years ago

Aftermath

In February 2014, Bruce Peterson’s Aerospread company was plunged into crisis after one of its aircraft crashed, critically injuring the loader driver, and seriously injuring the pilot – who turned…