Thirty one years ago today, the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization initiated a strike against the Federal Aviation Administration. While there can be no doubt that this collective action violated an oath taken by every…
ARTICLE: An Awakening to MX Personnel Fatigue The issue of pilot fatigue and the effect of circadian rhythm is an often debated subject and one to which considerable scientific research as well as regulatory resources…
ARTICLE: Regionals Face Epic Challenge To Fill Pilot Positions Dan Garton (pictured at right) American Eagle’s President and the RAA’s Chairman, described a pilot perfect storm. He cites the new flight and duty time rules…
ARTICLE: Deadly Private-Plane Crashes Prompt U.S. Call for Basics The National Transportation Safety Board’s Chairman Deborah Hersman and her fellow Board Members are holding a two day hearing to examine the General Aviation (GA) accident…
ARTICLE: The 7 Steps to Managing an FAA Audit – Knowing What to Say and Do Can Save you Time, Money and Aggravation The author of this article suggests that there are 7 steps to…
ARTICLE: Backing young talent builds future strength Congratulations to Aviation Pros for finding this story about the apprentice program established by Messier-Bugatti-Dowty’s maintenance repair and overhaul division (MRO). It was not that long ago when…