Dekker on Error!

Who is he? Those who do not know Dekker. He is Sidney Dekker, a professor and researcher in the field of safety science. He has written several books on the topic of human-error, Safety Culture, and Safety Systems. He has worked with various industries, including aviation, healthcare, and nuclear power, to improve safety and prevent … Continue reading Dekker on Error! →

Hierarchy. Aye, Aye Captain

Communication Barriers in Aviation What is the stake of Hierarchy? Hierarchy is considered as one of the communication barriers in the aviation field, particularly with junior staff members. Aviation is a complex industry involving great number of professionals, including Pilots, CabinCrew, Dispatchers, GroundStaff, Engineers & Technicians as well as Air Traffic Controllers (ATC) all with … Continue reading Hierarchy. Aye, Aye Captain →

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 →