ASAP Case Studies October 2024
Weather Event – Severe Turbulence On a charter flight from MDSD to KHPN, we encountered Severe Turbulence. I was the pilot monitoring for this segment of the flight. Prior to Departure a SIGMET was issued along our route of flight over the North Atlantic tracks. Shortly after being handed off to NY HF Radio the […]
Safety Spotlight: A Passenger’s Expectation of Safety
On December 17, 1903, Orville Wright flew for 59 seconds, and aviation as we know it was born. Later that same day, a hard landing followed by a wind gust severely damaged the airplane. This would be an accident—the expectation of safety circa 1903….one accident every four flights. Lt. Thomas E. Selfridge became the first person […]
Free Webinar: Unlocking Aviation Safety: Practical Tools and Insights for Operators
Details: Thu, Nov 07 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST Join us on November 7 for a compelling webinar: “Unlocking Aviation Safety: Practical Tools and Insights for Operators.” This session will introduce you to two essential programs: IAS Lite and the Member Assistance Program (MAP), designed to enhance safety and compliance for aviation operators. […]
ASAP Case Studies September 2024
The following are redacted Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) reports from participating member companies during September 2024. Each case underscores the unique challenges that test the skills and preparedness of the crew. These incidents highlight the critical importance of adhering to standard procedures and the valuable lessons learned from navigating unexpected situations. Runway Excursion We […]
Safety Spotlight: Advancing Culture Beyond SMS
Transforming Safety Culture: Beyond Compliance While Safety Management Systems (SMS) are important for managing risks and ensuring safety, they are just one piece of the puzzle. To achieve lasting safety improvements, organizations must cultivate a robust safety culture that goes beyond mere compliance and addresses deeper cultural issues. Understanding and Managing Organizational Culture Organizational culture […]
Safety Spotlight: Captain / Captain Pairings
Safe aircraft operation is a carefully choreographed series of activities starting before arrival to the airport and continuing through the end of the flight day. Just like an orchestra playing a concert, everyone needs to take their ques from a single conductor to achieve the desired outcome. The Importance of Knowing the Roles The role […]
Safety Spotlight Series: Developing and Implementing a Comprehensive SMS
In our multi-part ACSF Safety Spotlight series we looked at the remarkable safety transformation journey with Luke Yosca, Vice President-Safety at CSI Aviation and other safety professionals.
ASAP Case Studies July 2024
The following are redacted Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) reports from participating member companies during July 2024.
AIN Highlight Coverage of the ACSF Safety Symposium
We at the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) greatly appreciate AIN’s coverage of our recent Safety Symposium held in early April at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Safety Spotlight Series: Initiating Cultural Shift
In our continuing ACSF Safety Spotlight series we look at the remarkable safety transformation journey with Luke Yosca, Vice President-Safety at CSI Aviation and other safety professionals.