Simplified Vigilance Metrics
Russian scientists propose an alternative method to predict individual pilots’ fatigue on long-haul airline flights.
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Hazardous Ice
A 1994 crash prompted research aimed at preventing deadly encounters with freezing droplets of rain and drizzle.
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Working together, we can deliver sustainable improvements in our wonderful industry.
Runway Safety (Conflicts), Airport Ops
Tracking Runway Incursions
Better collection of human factors–related data is seen as crucial in preventing runway incursions.
Ever Changing
Flight Safety Foundation’s history inspires safety professionals worldwide to reimagine what’s possible in risk management.
Foresight as Tradition
Editing Wayne Rosenkrans’ article on the Foundation’s first 70 years (“Ever Changing”), I was repeatedly struck by the foresight of the Foundation’s early leaders, particularly founder Jerry Lederer. The Foundation…
A Message from the President
Safety News | October 2017
Missile Tests Called Threat to Aviation Safety | Final Report on MH370 Search | EU Drone Rules Sought | and more …
Decision Time
After detecting unusual noises and vibration, a 747 flight crew had to use their ‘professional judgment’ on whether to turn back or continue across the Pacific.
Trend Monitoring
BARS data show most reported aviation accidents in the onshore resource sector involve aircraft engaged in transporting passengers.
Aviation Safety Events | October 2017
OCTOBER 23–25 | 70th annual International Air Safety Summit (IASS 2017). Flight Safety Foundation. Dublin. Namratha Apparao, <apparao@flightsafety.org>, +1 703.739.6700, ext. 101. NOVEMBER 6–8 | 83rd Canadian Aviation Conference and Tradeshow. Air Transport Association…