Vector Online - Page 2, In category Operators

Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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A warning on drug testing for operators

An operator was anguished after discovering that several employees deliberately set out to deceive him by trying to stymie a drug test.

Posted in Operators;

Posted 4 years ago

It's your exposition

When done well, an exposition can become a powerful tool for both decision-makers and employees. Read the articleIt's your exposition

Posted in Operators;

Posted 4 years ago

Straying from standards

It might seem like rigidly sticking to best practice is a pain, when workarounds and shortcuts seem to do as good a job.

Posted in Operators;

Posted 5 years ago

Extra eyes

A couple of occurrences last year serve as a good reminder of the importance ground handlers play in aviation safety. Read the articleExtra eyes

Deferral of defects

If you’re a certificated organisation recording and managing defects, make sure what you’re doing complies with the rules, and your own exposition. Read the articleDeferral of defects

Posted in Operators;

Posted 6 years ago

Normalisation of deviance

How is it that trained pilots and other aviation professionals can deviate from required operating practice? Read the articleNormalisation of deviance

Posted in Operators;

Posted 6 years ago

Assessment of FDT Schemes

The CAA introduced a procedure in 2017 to ensure consistent application of Flight and Duty Time (FDT) rules. Read the articleAssessment of FDT Schemes

Posted in CAA, Operators;

Posted 6 years ago

Aftermath

In February 2014, Bruce Peterson’s Aerospread company was plunged into crisis after one of its aircraft crashed, critically injuring the loader driver, and seriously injuring the pilot – who turned…

Diverse opinions at the big table

Can a group of people from different backgrounds come up with a better solution to a problem than the sole expert? Research indicates they can.

Posted in Operators;

Posted 6 years ago

The changing role of the senior person

Some characteristics sought by the CAA in a Senior Person remain constant – experience, knowledge, and integrity among them.

Posted in Licensing and personnel, Operators;

Posted 6 years ago

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