Ask any airline pilot about their biggest frustration with modern air traffic control and management, and the answer will be inconsistent approach time or touch down time prediction.
The #1 Complaint of Airline Pilot
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Weather Avoidance: Be Prepared
The concept of “Be Prepared” is relevant in various aspects of life- including investing, personal development, and emergency preparedness, however it extends beyond that emphasising the importance of foresight, planning, and readiness for various situations. It encourages individuals to be mentally, physically, and practically prepared for challenges and opportunities. In this article we will look at aviation weather hazards, effects and defences. Weather Avoidance Characteristics During active weather conditions, the workload increases for flight crew and controllers because- Weather: Consequences Possible effects of adverse weather avoidance include: Defences Controllers Workload may be…
Lightning Strikes in India
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Interesting Facts about Thunderstorms: Indian Subcontinent
Thunderstorm is a severe weather phenomenon, the impact of which is being increasingly felt by all the sectors of society. A knowledge of the thunderstorm climatology with respect to its frequency of occurrence, intensity, diurnal variation and duration is essential particularly in the interest of safe air navigation. In this blog we will look at distribution of thunderstorm activity in Indian region. This will help pilots, dispatchers, controllers and operators to understand most active areas and routes falling in those areas. “Thunderstorms: nature’s ultimate light show.” Thunderstorm is one of…
Growing Threat of Aircraft Collision on Ground
The question passengers are asking is what measures are being implemented to enhance runway safety and ramp safety. In this blog I will look at the factors affecting safety and what more could be done to address these factors.
M&A in Airline Industry
To join the 10 percent of companies that successfully achieve their objectives during a merger or acquisition process, it’s essential to select a Leadership Team which is involved from the start, works within the guidelines of regulations and brings about a cultural change to meet the vision of new entity.
Future Trends and Challenges in Commercial Avionics System
The avionics industry is experiencing a period of transformation and new challenges. I was honoured to be part of such a discussion with industry experts. We were looking for answers to questions like future growth opportunities, challenges in commercial avionics sector.
HH Aga Khan Air Race
The few early day Indian aviators who became larger-than-life figures, following their participation in the race. It evokes memories of a time when aviation technology was largely rudimentary, and aviators had to rely on their skills and instincts in their heroic bids to confront the skies.
Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy!!!
In this blog I will discuss some of the strategies to reduce unruly passenger events.
Unruly Passenger – Whose Responsibility?
ICAO defines an unruly passenger as: “a passenger who fails to respect the rules of conduct at an airport or on board an aircraft or to follow the instructions of the airport staff or crew members and thereby disturbs the good order and discipline at an airport or on board the aircraft”.