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This series looks at occurrence, incident or accident reports that have been published throughout the different areas of the UK aviation industry. Each episode will focus on a different report. We'll talk about what can be learned from it, and also hear from experts who will cover the relevant safety guidance.
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- 3 weeks ago32 min
Reporting for safer skies
In this special episode, we celebrate 50 years of Mandatory Occurrence Reporting (MOR) and reflect on the vital role it has played in improving aviation safety.Jon Round, Head of Airspace, ATM and Aerodromes at the UK CAA, and Phil Sleight, Deputy Chief Inspector at the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB), discuss how a strong reporting culture, combined with a just culture approach, has enabled the aviation industry to learn from events, identify trends, and continuously enhance safety standards.The episode also explores how these principles will remain essential as aviation evolves through new technologies and emerging challenges.For more information on Mandatory Occurrence Reports visit:Occurrence reporting | UK Civil Aviation Authority
- Jul 9, 202552 min
Lithium batteries - unpacking the risks
Lithium batteries are used to power a wide range of devices that passengers bring aboard but if they are not handled safely and transported correctly, they can pose serious safety risks. Additionally, if lithium batteries are loaded into the aircraft hold when they shouldn't be, then there is a higher risk of a more serious incident occurring. The range of devices powered by lithium batteries is constantly evolving and includes items such as power-banks, vapes, light-up trainers and e-prams. We speak to members of the UK CAA’s Dangerous Goods team about the risks relating to these batteries and cover the safety guidance for staff working at check-in, the boarding gate, on the ramp or in cargo handling roles. You will also hear from staff at easyJet who explain how they manage this risk across their network. Information for staff working in aviation roles Dangerous Goods - Batteries are included (For shippers, freight forwarders and cargo handlers) Lithium batteries for cargo and ramp Lithium batteries for flight crew Lithium Batteries in Passenger Handling How to make a report to the UK CAA Report a Dangerous Goods Occurrence Make a Mandatory Occurrence Report (MOR) Information for passengersInternational standards allow passengers to carry dangerous goods either in carry-on baggage, checked baggage or on their person, depending on the specifics of the dangerous goods concerned. Individual airlines may have further limitations or restrictions on certain items, so it is important that you contact your airline before travelling if you have any questions or special requirements related to any dangerous goods.
- Jan 29, 202543 min
Laser attack
Laser attacks on aircraft remain a serious safety risk for all pilots and flight crew, but for air ambulance services these incidents can also delay vital medical treatment reaching patients.We speak with crew from Yorkshire Air Ambulance who share their experiences of laser attacks, including a recent incident where a crew member suffered an eye injury from a laser beam.This episode covers safety guidance for pilots, flight crew and operational staff and the National Police Air Service (NPAS) explains why it is important for UK airspace users to report laser incidents as a crime.Related information: Laser exposure self-assessment tool (ALESA)(For pilots, flight crew or air-traffic controllers who have been exposed to lasers)Guidance for UK airspace users on how to report a laser incidentAs covered in this episode, if you are a pilot, flight crew, air traffic or other operational staff who has experienced a laser incident, please report it, both to the UK CAA using the link below and to your local police force.Make a report to the UK Civil Aviation AuthorityFeatured in this episode:The National Police Air Service (NPAS) Yorkshire Air AmbulanceThe image for this episode shows Yorkshire Air Ambulance Chief Pilot, Owen McTeggart who features in the podcast.
- Sep 11, 202328 min
Powered flights over gliding sites
A glider pilot has just launched into the air in Southwest England and released from the winch when they see a Cessna flying below them. They take immediate action to avoid the aircraft and later file a report with the UK Airprox Board (UKAB).UKAB Director Simon Oldfield tells us more about this incident and the review that followed.We also speak with experienced glider pilot Andrew Watson and highlight the potential risks involved when flying near or above active gliding sites.Resources mentioned in this episode:Airprox report 2022173 (UK Airprox Board)Airprox inside magazine – February 2023 (UK Airprox Board)Report an airprox (UK Airprox Board)Flying over gliding sites (UK CAA)
- May 31, 202320 min
The risk of incorrect altimeter settings
In May 2022, an Airbus A320 approaching Paris Charles de Gaulle airport was given an incorrect altimeter pressure setting, which caused the barometric altimeters on board to show that the aircraft was nearly 300 feet higher above the ground than it actually was.The crew were unaware of the problem and didn't see the runway because of bad weather. They carried out what they believed was a normal go around and never realized that they came within six feet of hitting the ground.In this episode we talk to aviation experts at the UK CAA and NATS to get their perspectives on what happened, the risks involved and the safety guidance in this area. Guidance and resources mentioned in this episodeSN-2023/003: Risk of Controlled Flight into Terrain during 3D BARO-VNAV and 2D Approaches (Altimeter Setting Procedures)Safety awareness video about this issueInformation on the A320 incident at Paris Charles de Gaulle (Skybrary)
- May 18, 202343 min
Runway incursions - Part 2 of 2
How do airports manage the risk of runway incursions? We talk to Heathrow Airport’s Head of Airside Operations Trevor Waldock about causal factors that can lead to an incursion and some of the safeguards that are in place to prevent them.You’ll hear about the safety guidance and procedures that are followed at airports and the importance of a ‘just culture’ where everyone is encouraged to report safety concerns and incidents. We also discuss the challenges of working through and emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic.Guidance and resources related to this episode:European Action Plan for the Prevention of Runway Incursions (EAPPRI)CAP 168 –Licensing of aerodromesUK (EU) No 139/2014 - The UK Aerodrome Regulation, UK Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material, and UK Certification Specification and Guidance Material for Aerodrome DesignCAP 790 –Requirement for an Airside Driving Permit (ADP) scheme
- May 15, 202335 min
Runway incursions – Part 1 of 2
An aircraft has landed at a busy UK airport and taxied away from the runway. A tower controller asks the flight crew to hold position and the pilot reads the instruction back to confirm. The runway is clear and the controller is about to issue a landing clearance when they see that the aircraft is no longer holding its position. It is now infringing the runway and continuing to roll forward.This is the first episode of a two-part series looking at runway safety and specifically incursions at commercial airports. We speak with aviation experts including the UK CAA’s Principal Aerodrome Inspector, a commercial airline pilot and an air traffic controller about the risks relating to runway incursions and how to mitigate them.Guidance and resources mentioned in this episode:CAP 168 –Licensing of aerodromesUK (EU) No 139/2014 - The UK Aerodrome Regulation, UK Acceptable Means of Compliance and Guidance Material, and UK Certification Specification and Guidance Material for Aerodrome DesignCAP 790 –Requirement for an Airside Driving Permit (ADP) schemeEuropean Action Plan for the Prevention of Runway Incursions (EAPPRI)
- Mar 14, 202329 min
Take off decisions - go or no go?
The pilot of a light aircraft is accelerating down a runway in southern England when the plane starts moving to the left. Trying to avoid a runway excursion, he rotates the aircraft early and before reaching a safe flying speed. We speak with AAIB Senior Inspector Emma Truswell about this incident and the findings from their investigation. Also joining us is Paul Tedder from the CAA’s General Aviation Unit who covers the safety guidance around take off decision making and pre-departure briefings.Reports and resources mentioned in this episode:AAIB investigation to Europa XS, G-REJPClued Up: Rejected takeoffs (CAP 2510)CAA Standards Document 14 (A): Class, type and instrument rating skill tests and proficiency checksCAA Standards Document 19 (A): LAPL and PPL Skill test (Aeroplanes) policy and guidance for applicants and examiners The Skyway CodeTraining Comm 2019
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