Podcast: Developing an Effective Crisis Communications Plan

April 4, 2022

A crisis often strikes without warning, so it’s imperative that business aircraft operators have their response procedures, including a thorough and effective crisis communications plan, at the ready. “Communication transcends every single aspect of the emergency response plan,” says Don Chupp of Fireside Partners. “If you haven’t practiced it, then the entire response is going to look disjointed and, at its worst, probably disingenuous.”

In this episode of NBAA’s “Flight Plan,” host Rob Finfrock speaks with:

  • Don Chupp, President and CEO, Fireside Partners Inc.
  • Lisa Swartzwelder, Director, Shuttle Operations and Flight Administration, L Brands Service Company
Podcast Episode

April 29, 2024

NBAA News Hour: Unpacking the FAA’s New SMS Rule

The FAA’s new rule expanding safety management systems (SMS) to Part 135 on-demand operators, certain Part 21 certificate holders and 91.147 air tour operations will be positive for the business aviation community and meets most of the criteria advocated by NBAA and other industry stakeholders, concluded an expert panel during an NBAA News Hour webinar.
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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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May/June 2024

Lifesaving Takeaways From 3 Recent Business Aviation Accidents

Although aviation remains the safest form of travel, accidents continue to be an unfortunate and infrequent reality. Information stemming from crash investigations often spurs important discussions about ways to make operations safer. In fact, preliminary findings from probes conducted by the NTSB can yield valuable lessons.
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May/June 2024

Inside NBAA’s Laser Focus on Safety

As risks to business aviation are identified, NBAA’s Safety Committee is positioned as a center of expertise, analyzing industry data and findings to shape the scope of the NBAA’s Top Safety Focus Areas.
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