Podcast: Ethical Transactions Vital to Success in Business Aviation

A need to develop guidance on conducting upright transactions in business aviation led NBAA’s Business Aviation Management Committee (BAMC) to create an ethics statement. “We’re measured by the successes and failures of all of our colleagues, and if we don’t understand that then we’re missing the big picture,” said Jad Donaldson, past BAMC chair and director of aviation at Harley-Davidson. Learn more in this week’s NBAA Flight Plan podcast.

Podcast Episode

May/June 2024

Aspiring Chief Pilots Should Have a Professional Development Plan

If your career goals include being a business aviation chief pilot, experts advise creating a professional development plan. Chief pilots offer tips on why it matters and how to start.
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April 29, 2024

Podcast: Proactive Steps to Help Prevent Runway Excursions

Runway excursions are the leading cause of accidents in turbine business aircraft operations. NBAA's Domestic Operations Committee recently updated the association's safety resource, Reducing Runway Excursions in Business Aviation, with additional tips for operators to avoid these events.
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April 15, 2024

Podcast: Recurrent Checkrides Are a Moment to Level-Up, Not Just Level Off

Business aircraft pilots often utilize their annual Part 61.58 recurrent checkride to not only demonstrate their proficiency in required flight maneuvers, but also as an opportunity to train on specific operational scenarios.
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April 8, 2024

Podcast: Data Points to Increasing SMS Interest

Consultancies estimate that recent operator requests for guidance on developing safety management systems are up by double digits. What SMS elements are they focusing on?
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