Competition, competition, competition. It's everywhere you go these days, even in the workplace. Sure, healthy competition can get us fired up and motivated to perform our best, but it's not all sunshine and clear skies. We have all seen some people who take things a bit too far, engaging in tactics that are, as they … Continue reading Unethical Competition
Category: Operations
Thunderstorms: Stay Away
Thunderstorms (TS) can be very dangerous for commercial aircrafts regardless of their sizes. It's very important to understand their characteristics and how to avoid them while flying. Characteristics: Strong updrafts & downdrafts Heavy rain, hail, and lightning strikes Strong turbulence Potential windshear Avoidance: - Check weather forecasts and radar imagery to plan the best route … Continue reading Thunderstorms: Stay Away
Manufacturers vs. Pilot Unions
Single Pilot Operation The aviation industry has been facing a lot of changes in recent years, with technological advancements and automation leading the way. However, the latest proposal by Airbus and other manufacturers to allow a single pilot to be alone in the cockpit during certain flight phases has been met with criticism from flight … Continue reading Manufacturers vs. Pilot Unions
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