Category: Aviation

  • Altocumulus Lenticularis Clouds in Aviation Context

    Table of Contents Introduction How Altocumulus Lenticularis Clouds are formed What Altocumulus Lenticularis Clouds Mean to Pilots Conclusion References Introduction Altocumulus lenticularis are static lens-shaped clouds that develop in the troposphere, normally aligned perpendicularly to the wind direction. Lenticularis clouds are appearances of patches in the sky, and they appear in rounded forms. Their layers…

  • Role of the Weather Radar in Aviation

    The weather radar plays a critical role in aviation safety by providing crucial information about weather patterns and conditions to pilots, air traffic control, and meteorologists. This information helps to mitigate the risk of flying in hazardous weather conditions, such as turbulence, thunderstorms, and heavy rain, by providing real-time updates about the place and intensity…

  • Aviation Shortages: Problem Statement and Methodology

    Problem Statement The worlds growing population and availability of plane trips mean more air travel consumption (Abdullah, Chew, & Hamid, 2016). Impending shortages might impede the industry from meeting consumers needs. It is well-known that the aviation industry lacks workplace diversity: out of all pilots, technicians, and cabin crew, only 22% are women (Turney, 2018).…

  • Human Factor and Safety Management Methods in Aviation

    Abstract The lack of experience is causing aviation mishaps in the military. Skybrary (n.d.) views the lack of knowledge as a precondition or undesired condition that might cause accidents. Moreover, the Federal Aviation Administrations (2014) report shows that less experienced specialists show a higher risk of mistakes and contribute to the emergence of potentially risky…

  • Human Factors in Aviation

    Table of Contents Introduction Human Factor as an Influence Safety Management Human Factor as a Psychological Phenomenon Conclusion Reference List Introduction It is important to point out that today; aviation is the safest mode of transport. One of the key challenges facing the aviation industry and regulatory authorities is to improve the safety of the…

  • Inter-Agency Cooperation and Aviation Security

    The Importance of Inter-Agency Cooperation The security and economic prosperity of any nation depend on the security of the Aviation Transportation System. There is a need to prevent terrorist attacks and other criminal acts while minimizing the impacts of these acts and ensuring that the aviation system continues to facilitate international trade and commerce. The…

  • The Aviation Industry: Contemporary Issues

    Table of Contents Security Passenger Experience Sustainability and Economics Conclusion References The aviation industry is experiencing rapid growth. The growth is contributing significantly to the growth of the global economy and at the same time presenting numerous challenges that put the industrys future at risk. According to estimates provided by IATA, the total number of…

  • What Does a Career in Aviation Mean to You?

    Aviation offers many different career paths and opportunities for each individual. Flying has always been something that sparked my interest. When joining the military, my first career option was to become an Air Traffic Control Operator, and now I am pursuing a career as a Helicopter Air Ambulance Pilot. Working in aviation means more than…

  • Human Factors and Risk Management in Aviation

    Abstract The current paper dwells on the core aspects inherent in aviation and human factors that are directly associated with it. Numerous dynamic factors are evaluated and several recommendations are provided. The paper gradually enumerates the features that are characteristic of a top-notch pilot. Resource Management (CRM) This particular concept revolves around the idea that…

  • Safety Risks in the Modern Aviation Industry

    Introduction The modern globalised world cannot exist without the aviation industry which is the key factor guaranteeing the stable and fast intercourse, transportation, conveyance of air passengers, and cargo delivery. Being a strategic mean of transport, aviation also provides numerous opportunities for the further development of the international relations, states evolution, their participation in the…