Every day, aircraft take off and land on runways or taxiways they’re not supposed to use. NBAA, the FAA and the National Air Traffic Controller Association (NATCA), are among the stakeholders working to reduce the number of wrong surface incidents across the country. The most important thing a pilot can do to avoid a wrong surface incident is gain familiarity with the airport they are flying into, understanding conditions may differ day in and day out. “There are a lot of tools that are available to enhance situational awareness,” said Jim Fee, manager, FAA Runway Safety Group.
This week, NBAA Flight Plan host Pete Combs speaks with:
Jim Fee, manager, FAA Runway Safety Group
Alex Gertsen, NBAA, director, airports and ground infrastructure
Bridget Singratanakul, NATCA, head of runway safety
The CDC rule related to dogs on aircraft took effect Aug. 1, 2024.Learn how to extend your waiver, comply with the new dog import rules, and avoid travel disruptions.
The National Pause for General Aviation Safety is an industry-wide initiative, supported by NBAA, which encourages pilots and operators to take the time to proactively address complacency, communication breakdowns and other potential issues affecting our industry.
A new FAA Safety Alert for Operators serves as an important reminder for business aircraft flight crews to thoroughly review procedures for challenging approaches.
Amid a series of high-profile aviation accidents and incidents this year, the upcoming Business Aviation Safety Summit, taking place May 6-7 in Charlotte, NC, will offer a deep dive into these occurrences and provide valuable insights on enhancing operational safety.