Recently, ASTM International announced a new certification program for business jet cabin crews, which will require candidates to demonstrate knowledge of and skills in aircraft safety procedures and cabin-service safety as well as professionalism and discretion. The program aims to ensure the comfort and safety of domestic and international passengers. “This is a way to show perspective employers, chief pilots, anybody’s who’s in the hiring realm [that] recipients of this accreditation have achieved a certain skill set,” said independent contract flight attendant Karen Hall. “It’s another way of benchmarking their expertise.”
In this episode of NBAA Flight Plan, host Rob Finfrock speaks with:
Louisa Fisher, past chair of the NBAA Flight Attendants Committee
Part 135 and 91K operators may be eligible for a temporary exemption from certain requirements of the FAA's Pilot Records Database program, after NBAA raised concerns with the agency that the database’s electronic transmission function isn’t expected to be fully operational until later this year. Listen to learn how to apply for an exemption.
Sales of pre-owned business aircraft are strong, even in light of global strife and concerns about a looming recession. Is the current market resilient enough to weather potential storms ahead?
NBAA's Schedulers & Dispatchers Outstanding Achievement & Leadership Award recognizes those who've shared their expertise in this role. Three recipients of this award explain how schedulers and dispatchers can be leaders within their organizations.