Who 'does' SMS at your place? The safety manager may be the initial go-to of a safety management system, but everyone needs to be responsible for its success. Read more about 'Who 'does' SMS at your place?'... Posted in Safety management systems; Posted 5 years ago
Daily flight records Daily flight records are required under Parts 91, 115, and 135. Beyond compliance, it’s also helpful to both pilot and operator to have one filled out after each flight. Read more about 'Daily flight records'... Posted in Licensing and personnel; Posted 5 years ago
Sparking knowledge of fuel chemistry A paddock landing has highlighted the dangers of spark plug fouling. Read the articleSparking knowledge of fuel chemistry Read more about 'Sparking knowledge of fuel chemistry'... Posted in Engineering and maintenance, Fuel and fuelling; Posted 5 years ago
What engineers would like from pilots Better communication. Read the articleWhat engineers would like from pilots Read more about 'What engineers would like from pilots'... Posted in Engineering and maintenance; Posted 5 years ago
Service bulletins and YOU If you’re an aircraft owner or operator, you ignore service information at your peril. Read the articleService bulletins and YOU Read more about 'Service bulletins and YOU'... Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Engineering and maintenance; Posted 5 years ago
Taking off in a hang glider or paraglider Hang gliding and paragliding ‘wings’ are increasingly populating New Zealand’s skies. Read more about 'Taking off in a hang glider or paraglider'... Posted in Adventure aviation; Posted 5 years ago
Be wire aware Even in remote areas, you need to be aware of, and report, potential wire danger. Read the articleBe wire aware Read more about 'Be wire aware'... Posted in Wires; 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 Read more about 'Extra eyes'... Posted in Operators; Posted 5 years ago
Hazard, risk, and SMS If you’re struggling with the difference between hazard and risk, and what to do about each, this is for you. Read the articleHazard, risk, and SMS Read more about 'Hazard, risk, and SMS'... Posted in Safety management systems; Posted 5 years ago
On watch for wildlife Wildlife refuge areas are not marked on aeronautical charts, but the chance of a bird strike around them is much heightened. Read the articleOn watch for wildlife Read more about 'On watch for wildlife'... Posted in Aerodromes; Posted 5 years ago