SM4 Safety Articles & Resources
Professional Rebirth in the Roaring 20’s
There are many ways for aviation pros to rediscover their passion for the industry and raise the bar of professionalism.
A New Approach to Pilot Training for Owner/Operators
While simulator time is an important part of ensuring that pilots have the skills they need, owner/operators should not underestimate the value of on-aircraft training. Learn why.
The What, Who and How of Australia’s Transportation Security Program for Aviation Operations
Planning on flying your corporate aircraft to Australia? The country has made changes to its Transportation Security Program. Get the details.
Slow Onset Hypoxia
Slow onset hypoxia is a dangerous phenomenon that poses a high risk of fatalities. Aviation professionals must be trained to recognize the condition. Learn about it.
The 5 Essential Steps of UAS Site Assessments
Most often, the crucial moment for avoiding an accident in aviation—whether you’re the pilot of a manned craft or an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)—is not when you’re airborne, but when…
Coming to Terms With the Business Aviation Talent Shortage
The aviation industry is somewhat unique in its talent requirements. Highly skilled and experienced personnel are essential to safe, effective and efficient operations. This includes all functional areas. While people…
Enhancing the Value of Safety Management Systems Metrics
When it comes to aviation metrics, “What gets measured gets improved.” While this is a seemingly simple statement, the big question is: Are your aviation organization’s safety management system metrics…
Taking on Startle – One Flight at a Time!
In my first 13 years of flying, I faced little more than a dead battery. This past winter, however, I faced varied emergencies in multiple airplanes. The two that hold…
Researchers Identify 2 New Chronotypes
Are you a night owl or an early bird? If this question has you struggling to answer for certain, rest assured: you probably belong to one of two new groups…
