Podcast: COVID BizAv Recovery Optimistic, But Measured

July 13, 2020

How will COVID-19 continue to affect business flight operations in the coming months as we all work to emerge from this crisis? One analyst predicts: “We expect that July and August are going to cool this growth dramatically.”

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

  • Sonnie Bates, CEO of safety and security risk management consulting firm Wyvern
  • Travis Kuhn, interim VP of market intelligence for Argus International

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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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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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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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Podcast: Responding Safely to Laser Strikes

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.
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