Air Line Pilots Association’s Post

At its core, what Airbus is trying to do would leave one pilot alone on the flight deck during the cruise phase of the flight while the other pilot is in another part of the aircraft. When this one pilot attends to physiological needs or becomes incapacitated it leaves no one at the controls, the only person who can step in to fly that aircraft will be asleep in a bunk rather than on the flight deck where they belong. Single pilot operations are effectively zero pilot operations in airline transportation, which could be catastrophic in an emergency.     I have thousands of hours over the North Atlantic, and can tell you with no uncertainty that in the middle of the night in cruise, having only one pilot is a significant degradation in safety. Imagine an emergency like an engine fire, security event or incapacitation of the remaining pilot.      The safety of the traveling and shipping public demands we refuse to entertain this unsafe idea.

Happy World Pilots Day! Today simulators can be an important part of flight training for pilots. Commercial pilots frequently step into the simulator, also referred to as 'sim' or 'the box'. GA (General Aviation) flight schools are increasingly incorporating simulators of single-engine aircraft types into their training routines. Some private pilots also have their own simulator set-up at home. In Commercial Aviation, simulator training has become a cornerstone in the education of commercial pilots, with recurrent sessions occurring at least once every 12 months. Some airlines opt for even more frequent intervals to ensure pilot proficiency. The topics covered during these sessions are carefully curated by airlines' safety and training departments, drawing insights from comprehensive safety data analysis. Emergency procedures can be a part of those sessions. Simulator training serves as a vital tool for fulfilling required operational experience when meeting landing currency requirements becomes challenging through actual flights alone. While the initial investment in purchasing or accessing simulators may seem enormous, the long-term benefits far outweigh the costs, especially considering the significant savings in jet fuel expenses. Aviation regulatory bodies, such as the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) and the EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), mandate specific timelines for recurrent training intervals, ensuring that pilots remain sharp and up-to-date with the latest safety protocols and procedures. At Flightillusion we develop complete simulators as well as simulator parts compliant for use in certified training systems (minimum FTD 2, FNPT-II-MCC) for commercial, private as well as military aircraft types. #pilots #flighttraining #simulator #aviation #safety #emergencyprocedures

"Breaking the Myth: The Future of Single-Pilot Operations in Aviation" There has been a prevailing belief that the aviation industry is years away from adopting single-pilot or reduced crew operations (RCO). However, insights from the European Pilots Cockpit Association (ECA) challenge this notion. Their recent article highlights a different reality. Contrary to the common perception that single-pilot airliners are a distant dream, ongoing research and development efforts in Europe suggest otherwise. The ECA sheds light on the active pursuit of technology aimed at removing pilots from the flight deck. Astonishingly, this advancement could potentially materialize within the next 5 to 10 years, initially focusing on all-cargo flights and gradually extending to passenger operations. While discussions surrounding reduced crew operations may not be as prominent in North America, the interconnectedness of the global aviation network implies that if such technology gains approval in Europe, its integration into North American operations is inevitable. Discover more insights on the future of aviation operations from our partners at the European Pilots Cockpit Association: https://lnkd.in/eG_pgVqx #simbuddy #aviation #aviationnews #airlines #pilots #aircrew #aviationindustry #captains #captain #fo #firstofficers #firstofficer #airlineindustry #cityjet  #aircraftmaintenance  #linemaintenance #atc #AirTrafficControl #airtrafficcontroller #luchtvaart #cabin #crew #cabincrew #flightattendant #flightattendants #bombardier #boeing #airbus #embraer #pilot #flightsafety #aviationsafety

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The authorisation means that Boeing can now begin a flight testing program with the participation of Federal Aviation Administration pilots. https://lnkd.in/eMY6zhDi #Aviation #Aircraft #737max

EASA cancels A321 P2F airworthiness directive following incorrect calculations The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has canceled an airworthiness directive (AD) affecting Airbus A321 passenger-to-freighter (P2F) aircraft after discovering a calculation error on which the AD was based. After the agency issued an airworthiness directive introducing stricter fuselage inspections for Airbus A321 P2F operators, it was subsequently found that the formula used to calculate the compliance timeframe in the directive was incorrect. A further assessment, prompted by these observations and conducted by Elbe Flugzeugwerke and Airbus, confirmed that the additional stress on modified aircraft resulted in only a minimal reduction in the compliance timeframe when compared to the requirements outlined in the AD. Therefore, the potential safety concern for affected A321 aircraft had already been adequately addressed by a previous airworthiness directive issued on December 7, 2022. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/dP4e-YTA #AviationTalk #aviationnews #avgeek #aviation #EASA

This exchange between Alaska 1282 and traffic controllers is another example of the professionalism of ATC and flight crews in commercial aviation while under significant pressure. It follows last week’s JAL Airbus A350 crash which also underlined the value of high performance crew training. Both events avoided fatalities in the two jets but are significant episodes that require answers about plug manufacturing (Boeing) and fire management (Airbus) in new technology aircraft.

EASA’s fuel tank safety requirements could compromise A321XLR range Requirements outlined by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) could compromise the range of the yet-to-be-certified Airbus A321XLR. According to a report by Reuters, the range of the A321XLR could be much lower than the advertised 4,700 nautical miles (8,700 kilometers) following EASA’s requirements to put additional protections to the rear center tank (RCT), located below the cabin floor. Sources who have spoken with the publication have said that the protective liner that needs to be added to the RCT of the aircraft adds between 700 and 800 kilograms (between 1,500 and 1,700 pounds) of additional weight, potentially reducing the type’s range by around 200 nautical miles (370 kilometers). Read more at: https://lnkd.in/eETFhmiF #AviationTalk #aviationnews #EASA #avgeek #aviationindustry #aviationdaily #airbus #A321XLR #aircraft #safety

https://lnkd.in/dses6QmH https://lnkd.in/eSv5iRpz https://lnkd.in/e33XdHGh Reason: Two fatal accidents have been reported with BS 115 aeroplanes. While the investigations are still ongoing to determine the exact cause(s) of the two accidents, a structural failure of the wing has been determined as possible contributing factor to the second accident. Based on all available information, EASA considers that further actions may be necessary to ensure the continued airworthiness of BS 115 aeroplanes. For the reason described above, … … …, EASA has decided suspend all flight operations of BS 115 aeroplanes. … … … BLACKSHAPE Suspension of Flight Operation BS 115 - BK 160 ; BK 160-200 ; BK160TR ; BS 115

Infinitely grateful to MED TECHNOLGY and LEONARDO HELICOPTERS for accompanying me in the achievement of the competencies/objectives of these 3 courses of Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS), Global ICAO Standard, Convention on International Civil Aviation, Annex 19, and instrumental requirement for EASA qualified experts on Part 145 (Maintenance Organizations) and Part 21 (Aircraft/Components Manufacturers).   Regulation (EU) 2021/1963 amending Regulation (EU) N° 1321/2014 became applicable on December 2, 2022. We are currently in the transition period that allows aviation maintenance organizations to correct any findings of non-compliances with the new Part-145 requirements until December 2, 2024.   Regulations (EU) 2022/201 and 2022/203 amending Regulation (EU) N° 748/2012 became applicable on March 7, 2023. We are currently in the transition period that allows design and production organizations (as Italian companies LEONARDO - HELICOPTERS & AIRCRAFT -, AVIO AERO, PIAGGIO, SECONDO MONA, ecc.) to correct any findings of non-compliances with the new Part-21 requirements until 7 March 2025. #LEONARDOHELICOPTERS #LEONARDOAIRCRAFT #AVIOAERO #PIAGGIOAEROSPACE #AVIATIONSAFETY #ICAO #EASA #ENAC