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Closing MEL Items: Why Sooner is Better
It is not always possible to repair a system failure before the next flight. The MEL permits the dispatch of an aircraft with inoperative equipment or functions for a limited
Wake Vortices
This briefing explains how the wake vortex is generated in cruise, its effect on the following aircraft, the way to avoid it, and the pilot actions in the case of
Correct Cargo Door Seal Installation for Safe Operation
Incorrect installation of a cargo doors seal may lead to unsafe in-flight operations such as abnormal cabin pressurization or an ineffective cargo fire extinguishing system.This article recalls the essential steps
Speak Up if Something Doesn’t Look Right!
Fostering a strong speak up culture is a key element to build a strong safety culture. During a D10X workshop, Operators defined a storyboard to illustrate the importance of Speak
Is it a Loss of Braking?
The LOSS OF BRAKING procedure memory items have to be applied in the extremely remote case of a failure of the braking system. In-service experience shows that inappropriate application of
One Engine Taxi – Testimony from American Airlines
This video provides American Airlines testimony about One Engine Taxi as SOP.
Glide Interception from Above
This video presents the specificities of intercepting the glide from above, the threats and appropriate technique and procedure to comply with in this case.
Bird or Hail Strikes on the Radome
Abnormal events such as bird strikes and hail strikes can occur at any time. When the aircraft is struck by birds or Foreign Object Debris (FOD), the correct inspection process
Loss of Braking
This briefing highlights the loss of braking scenario, the associated procedure and training recommendations.
Safety Enhancement Tool (Maintenance on going ⚠)
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Under the Spotlights
Two recent events with damage to the passenger windows of the aircraft were reported to Airbus. Similar events also happened on non-Airbus aircraft. The damage was caused by the heat