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SM4 Safety Resource Bulletin

NEWS & RESOURCES FOR A SAFER AVIATION COMMUNITY

February 2015 | A Safety Investment Initiative of Global Aerospace

SM4 Partner Feature

Quality System Oversight to Improve Safety and Operational Integrity

The practice of quality system oversight is emerging as one of the most effective diagnostic tools for all aspects of aviation operations. From air carriers, airports and ground handlers, to airframe and component manufacturers, Executive leaders have a vital tool available to them.... Read More

Emergency Preparedness Training

Fireside Partners Emergency Response Live Drill Will Highlight NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference

Fireside Partners, LLC President, Don Chupp, and the NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Committee have worked together to bring a live emergency preparedness drill to the main stage of SDC2015. This Aviation Emergency Response Frontline Simulation will provide a live and realistic demonstration into the scheduler and dispatcher roles.... Watch Video

Accident & Incident Data

NTSB Names Loss of Control Accidents to Most Wanted List

Even with general aviation accident rates on the decline, The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has named general aviation loss-of-control accidents to its most wanted list of safety concerns. The industry continues to push for regulatory reforms that will make it easier to put advanced safety technology into both new and older aircraft.... Read More

Pilot Training

Air Safety Institute Releases Forced-landing Survival Guide

AOPA's Air Safety Institute just released a new video and 16-page guide to help aircraft pilots and passengers survive the conditions following a forced landing. The program, "Survive: Beyond the Forced Landing," was developed in conjunction with the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association, to share concern that pilots in Canada are not carrying adequate survival kits .... Read More

Unmanned Aircraft Systems

FAA's Proposed Drone Rules Will Address Toy Drones (But Have Nothing To Do With White House Crash)

The Federal Aviation Administration's proposed rules to govern the use of drones will include rules for model aircraft and toys. It is unclear whether the rule will regulate just the operation of drones or will also mandate certain information reporting standards for toy/hobbyist drones.... Read More

News & Events

Safety Training Events

February 3 – 6, 2015 — NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2015) — SM4 Partner presentation topics include: Live Emergency Response Drill, Aircraft Emergency Identification and Response for Schedulers and Dispatchers, Fit for Duty—It’s Not Just for Flight Crew Members, SMS for the Scheduler & Dispatcher — Location: San Jose, CA — Learn More

February 11 – 13, 2015 — South Carolina Aviation Association Annual Conference (SCAA) — Global Aerospace, Exhibitor — Location: Isle of Palms, SC — Learn More

March 3 – 5, 2015 — Heli-Expo 2015 — Helicopter Association International — Location: Orlando, FL, Global Aerospace Booth #5228

March 4 – 7, 2015 — Willis IATA AAPA Asia Pacific Aviation Insurance Conference 2015 — Nick Brown, CEO of Global Aerospace Speaker Session on March 4th — Location: W Singapore-Senstosa Cove — Learn More

March 17 – 19, 2015 — Crisis Communications / Assisting Families and Survivors Course — SM4 PARTNER TRAINING EVENT — Presented by: Fireside Partners — Location: Fireside Partners’ Emergency Operations Center at the Wilmington Airport in New Castle, DE — Register and Learn More

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