Few air transport accidents occur on calm sunny days; risk increases during flight over hilly terrain, with reduced visibility, adverse winds, contaminated runways and limited approach aids. Visual illusions also can contribute to approach and landing accidents…. Continue Reading →
The importance of briefing techniques often is underestimated, although effective briefings enhance crew standardization and crew communication…. Continue Reading →
Altitude deviations may result in substantial loss of aircraft vertical separation or horizontal separation, which could cause a midair collision. Maneuvers to avoid other aircraft often result in injuries to passengers, flight crewmembers and, particularly, to cabin crewmembers…. Continue Reading →
Runway incursions are among the most persistent threats to aviation safety. The ICAO places runway incursions among the five highest-risk categories of events that must be addressed to mitigate the risk of aviation fatalities. The Global Action Plan for the Prevention of Runway Incursions is the result of aviation industry stakeholders coming together in a…… Continue Reading →
This familiarisation is targeted for aircraft equipped with Honeywell weather radar. The fundamental principles are, however, applicable to all weather radars in all aircraft…. Continue Reading →
Typical flight control events for all Airbus series…. Continue Reading →
This brochure describes the various differences between each member of the A340 Family: The A340-200/300/500/600…. Continue Reading →
Operators sometimes report cases of aircraft infestation by rodents such as mice and rats, and reptiles such as snakes and lizards, causing discomfort and alarm amongst passengers and crew, but also potentially considerable damage to the aircraft. Their presence in an aircraft can lead in extreme cases to the aircraft being grounded, especially when electrical…… Continue Reading →
This manual includes general maintenance and servicing procedures applicable to aircraft tyres which Dunlop Aircraft Tyres Limited (DATL) make and supply…. Continue Reading →