| SM4 Partner Feature |
| Centers of Gravity (Living Ones) |
| Pilots are all familiar with the concept of center of gravity (CG), the fulcrum point around which thrust, drag, lift and gravity work. We know that if this point moves, whether too far forward or too far aft, the aircraft won't fly right. I'd like to take this
concept and apply it to our people... Read More |
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| SAFETY BEST PRACTICES |
| IS-BAO Myths Dispelled
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| In the 14 years since its inception, the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) has evolved along with changes in the industry as a result of the positive influence of the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) and its 14 member associations, including NBAA. Evolution is inevitable in such a longstanding program, but sometimes with progress comes misunderstanding in the very industry the program is meant to support... Read More |
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UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS |
| Torqued: GA Flying in the Age of Drones |
| With new drone regulations taking effect at the end of August that are predicted to trigger
a proliferation in the number of drones being used by commercial and government entities,
there are several provisions that manned aircraft pilots—especially general aviation pilots—need to be aware of so they can ensure their own safety and, of course, the safety of their passengers and the people and property below them... Read More |
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| PILOT TRAINING |
| Digital Copilot Designed To Improve Single-pilot Safety
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| In a simulation laboratory at Mitre's Center for Advanced Aviation System Development in McLean, VA, researchers are testing digital copilot technology designed to help single pilots flying complex aircraft in busy airspace. The team's goal is "to bring several of the safety benefits of Crew Resource Management
to single-pilot operations," according to Mitre... Read More |
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News & EVENts |
| Events |
Oct. 31, 2016: NBAA Single Pilot Safety Standdown
Orange County Convention Center – Orlando, FL
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Room S330 A/B
Learn More and Register
Nov. 1 – 3, 2016: NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition
Orange County Convention Center – Orlando, FL
Global Aerospace Booth #2644
Learn More and Register
Nov. 3, 2016: NBAA National Safety Forum
Orange County Convention Center – Orlando, FL
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Room S230 E/F/G
Learn More and Register
SM4 Partners Participate at NBAA16 – Full Details on SM4 partner participants and program schedules can be accessed here... Learn More
Nov. 15 – 16, 2016: Drone World Expo
San Jose Convention Center – San Jose, CA
Global Aerospace Booth #516X
Learn More and Register
Dec. 5 – 6, 2016: Fireside Partners and National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Present Back to Basics: ERP Workshop for Aviation Businesses
NTSB Training Center – Ashburn, VA
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