NBAA is among several organizations working to ensure that business aviation is well represented at the 2019 International Civil Aviation Organization Triennial Assembly. For example, “With the renewed focus of supersonic transport and how to safely, efficiently and responsibly bring that technology back to the community, it appears that business aviation may take a leadership role with helping to establish updated standards that reflect current priorities on emissions, on noise and efficiency,” said Doug Carr, NBAA vice president, regulatory and international affairs.
This week, NBAA Flight Plan host Pete Combs speaks with:
Doug Carr, NBAA, vice president, regulatory and international affairs
Kurt Edwards, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), director general
Bruce Parry, European Business Aviation Association (EBAA), senior manager, environment
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.
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.
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?
More than 13,300 laser strikes against aircraft were reported in the U.S. in 2023, and while business aircraft aren't targeted as frequently as airliners, operators must know how to respond safely.