Recording of maintenance The highest priority for most engineers is the safety of the aircraft they work on. They’re fastidious and want to do the right thing by their customers. Read more about 'Recording of maintenance'... Posted in Engineering and maintenance; Posted 6 years ago
Taxiway signage changes The signage at runway-holding positions is being standardised. Here’s what you need to know. Read the articleTaxiway signage changes Read more about 'Taxiway signage changes'... Posted in Aerodromes; Posted 6 years ago
Flying around animals There are very few places in New Zealand where you don’t need to worry about the effect of your flying on livestock. Read the articleFlying around animals Read more about 'Flying around animals'... Posted in Aerodromes; Posted 6 years ago
Going public with drones The CAA has launched a public campaign to encourage the safe use of drones at a time when the public can’t seem to get enough of them. Read more about 'Going public with drones'... Posted in CAA, Drones and model aircraft; Posted 6 years ago
Installation of ADS-B and PBN equipment With ADS-B becoming mandatory in controlled airspace above flight level 245, aircraft owners will need to equip their aircraft with compatible technology. Read more about 'Installation of ADS-B and PBN equipment'... Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Technology; Posted 6 years ago
Against the clock Rushing to get into the air is never a remedy for ‘hurry-up syndrome’ or ‘get-there-itis’. Read the articleAgainst the clock Read more about 'Against the clock'... Posted in Health and human factors, Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism; Posted 6 years ago
A cool bedroom, blackout curtains, and ear plugs Some tips to minimise fatigue. Read the articleA cool bedroom, blackout curtains, and ear plugs Read more about 'A cool bedroom, blackout curtains, and ear plugs'... Posted in Health and human factors; Posted 6 years ago
Aircraft icing As New Zealand heads into the cold weather, it’s worth looking at how ice affects aircraft before they even leave the ground. Read the articleAircraft icing Read more about 'Aircraft icing'... Posted in When things go wrong; Posted 6 years ago
Seeing eye to eye Part 61 pilot and commercial drone operator John Bampfylde fears there’s a chasm in the understanding of the rules between traditional pilots and drone operators. Read more about 'Seeing eye to eye'... Posted in Drones and model aircraft, Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism; Posted 6 years ago
Vortex ring state Vortex ring state is a serious hazard all helicopter pilots need to be aware of. Read the articleVortex ring state Read more about 'Vortex ring state'... Posted in Rotary operations, When things go wrong; Posted 6 years ago