Flight Safety Information - November 16, 2021 No. 230 In This Issue : Incident: Morningstar B752 at Calgary on Nov 10th 2021, flap/slat less landing : Incident: Spirit A20N at Minneapolis on Nov 14th 2021, engine fire indication : Incident: Cargojet B763 at Sao Paulo on Nov 10th 2021, cabin pressure problems : Incident: Aviastar TU B752 at Abakan on Nov 15th 2021, rejected takeoff due to engine not reaching takeoff power : Beechcraft E90 King Air - Fatal Accident on Approach (Michigan) : Passenger Jet Makes Emergency Landing At SMF After Hitting Bird : U.S. judge OKs Boeing agreement to settle Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash claims : Australian women sue over Qatar airport strip-searches : Coronavirus: Cathay Pacific imposes tough new rules on aircrew : Hong Kong quarantines 130 pilots, stoking supply chain fears : Police cite woman with loaded handgun at Roanoke airport : GE Aviation Validates Durability of GE9X with Dust-Ingestion Tests : India's Akasa Air orders 72 Boeing 737 MAX jets : 'Irresponsible act': U.S. raps Russia after missile strike on its own satellite : SURVEY REQUEST : RESEARCH SURVEY - SEEKING PILOT VOLUNTEERS FOR RESEARCH STUDY : Position Available: Specialist - Flight Safety Investigations : Position Available: Senior Vice President, Consulting Position Available : Position Available: Manager Safety Health and Environmental Management Incident: Morningstar B752 at Calgary on Nov 10th 2021, flap/slat less landing A Morningstar Boeing 757-200, registration C-FMEZ performing flight MAL-7090 from Toronto,ON to Calgary,AB (Canada) with 2 crew, was on approach to Calgary when the crew selected flaps 1, however, the flap indication stopped between 0 and 1 with an associated "TE FLAPS DISAGREE" message. The crew discontinued the approach, requested vectors to hold while working the checklists, attempted to perform an alternate flap extension with no change, subsequently planned a landing on runway 35R with flaps and slats at position 0. The crew declared PAN PAN and performed a landing at a substantially higher speed than normal (211 knots over ground). After coming to a stop on the runway emergency services checked the tyres and brakes. The aircraft delayed taxi for 5 minutes before taxiing to the apron. The Canadian TSB reported: "Company maintenance determined that the flap transmission was at fault." http://avherald.com/h?article=4f037523&opt=0 Incident: Spirit A20N at Minneapolis on Nov 14th 2021, engine fire indication A Spirit Airlines Airbus A320-200N, registration N922NK performing flight NK-135 from Minneapolis,MN to Orlando,FL (USA), was climbing out of Minneapolis when the crew stopped the climb at about 16000 feet reporting a right hand engine (PW1127G) fire indication. The crew worked the related checklist, shut the engine down and discharged the fire agent. The aircraft returned to Minneapolis for a safe landing on runway 30L about 24 minutes after departure and stopped on the runway for an inspection by emergency services. Emergency services reported they couldn't detect any fire and would follow the aircraft to the apron. The aircraft taxied to the apron with emergency services in trail. A replacement Airbus A320-200 registration N697NK reached Orlando with a delay of about 3 hours. http://avherald.com/h?article=4f0361af&opt=0 Incident: Cargojet B763 at Sao Paulo on Nov 10th 2021, cabin pressure problems A Cargojet Airways Boeing 767-300 freighter, registration C-GVIJ performing flight W8-1592 from Sao Paulo Viracopos,SP (Brazil) to Miami,FL (USA) with 2 crew, was climbing out of Viracopos Airport when the crew stopped the climb at FL260 when the crew noticed the cabin would not pressurize more than 5 psi and was unable to maintain pressure. Both pressure controllers were failed. The crew declared PAN PAN, descended to FL100 and returned to Viracopos for a safe overweight landing about 90 minutes after departure. The Canadian TSB reported maintenance replaced the center RAD ALT Transceiver. The lower pressure relief valve was found open by foreign object debris (FOD), the FOD was removed and the valve closed. The cabin pressure controllers were replaced, the first officer's display control panel was replaced, the captain's FMC was tested and found servieable, an overweight inspection conducted and the aircraft was returned to service. The aircraft was able to finally reach Miami on Nov 11th 2021. The aircraft had suffered a similiar problem 3 days earlier, see Incident: Cargojet B763 at Sao Paulo on Nov 7th 2021, cabin altitude warning and was on its first flight following that occurrence. http://avherald.com/h?article=4f035a92&opt=0 Incident: Aviastar TU B752 at Abakan on Nov 15th 2021, rejected takeoff due to engine not reaching takeoff power An Aviastar TU Boeing 757-200 freighter, registration VQ-BCB performing flight 4B-6592 from Abakan to Moscow Vnukovo (Russia), was initiating takeoff from Abakan's runway 02 when the left hand engine (RB211) did not reach takeoff power prompting the crew to reject takeoff at low speed and return to the apron. The aircraft, that was flying from Hangzhou (China) to Moscow Vnukovo via Abakan, is still on the ground in Abakan about 7 hours after the rejected taeoff. http://avherald.com/h?article=4f0327a1&opt=0 Beechcraft E90 King Air - Fatal Accident on Approach (Michigan) Date: 15-NOV-2021 Time: 12:45PM Type: Beechcraft E90 King Air Owner/operator: N290KA LLC Registration: N290KA MSN: LW-59 Fatalities: Fatalities: 2 / Occupants: 2 Other fatalities: 0 Aircraft damage: Written off (damaged beyond repair) Category: Accident Location: 4 miles E of Boyne City Municipal Airport (N98), MI - United States of America Phase: Approach Nature: Private Departure airport: Pontiac-Oakland County International Airport, MI (PTK/KPTK) Destination airport: Boyne City Municipal Airport, MI (N98) Investigating agency: NTSB Narrative: A Beechcraft E90 King Air, N290KA, was destroyed when it impacted the terrain while on approach to runway 27 east of Boyne City Municipal Airport (N98), Boyne City, Michigan. The two people onboard were fatally injured. https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/269610 Passenger Jet Makes Emergency Landing At SMF After Hitting Bird SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – A passenger jet was forced to make an emergency landing at Sacramento International Airport after it hit a bird. The Aeroméxico Boeing 737 hit a bird shortly after takeoff. It burned fuel for more than an hour before landing safely back at the airport. Nobody was hurt in the incident. Bird strikes are not uncommon in Sacramento. According to FAA data, Sacramento International Airport has about 105 bird strikes, per year. https://gooddaysacramento.cbslocal.com/2021/11/15/jet-emergency-landing-smf-bird/ ***** Date: 15-NOV-2021 Time: 18:20 LT Type: Boeing 737-852 (WL) Owner/operator: Aeroméxico Registration: XA-AMB MSN: 36703/4496 Fatalities: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: Other fatalities: 0 Aircraft damage: Unknown Location: Sacramento International Airport, CA (SMF/KSMF) - United States of America Phase: Take off Nature: Passenger - Scheduled Departure airport: Sacramento International Airport, CA (SMF/KSMF) Destination airport: Guadalajara-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL/MMGL) Narrative: Aeroméxico flight AM789, a Boeing 737-852, suffered a bird strike on departure from Sacramento International Airport, California, USA. The flight crew elected to enter a holding pattern to burn fuel. A safe landing was made back at Sacramento, 1 hour and 50 minutes after takeoff. https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/269611 U.S. judge OKs Boeing agreement to settle Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash claims WASHINGTON (Reuters) -A U.S. judge on Monday approved Boeing Co's agreement to acknowledge liability for compensatory damages in lawsuits filed by families of the 157 people killed in the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines 737 MAX crash. As a result of the agreement filed last week between Boeing and the families, lawyers for the victims will not seek punitive damages and Boeing will not challenge the lawsuits being filed in Illinois. Boeing said last week it was "committed to ensuring that all families who lost loved ones in the accidents are fully and fairly compensated for their loss." Lawyers for the victims noted in a statement last week that Boeing admitted under the agreement "that the 737 MAX had an unsafe condition, and that it will not attempt to blame anyone else" for the crash. All further planned depositions with former and senior Boeing executives were canceled as a condition of the settlement. Boeing's best-selling plane was grounded for 20 months after 346 people died in two 737 MAX crashes - in Indonesia in 2018 and in Ethiopia in 2019. The plane was returned to service after Boeing made significant software and training improvements. The crashes already have cost Boeing some $20 billion. In January, Boeing agreed to a deferred prosecution agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice including $2.5 billion in fines and compensation stemming from the 737 MAX crashes, including the Lion Air crash in October 2018. Under the deal with Boeing, the victims' families also agreed to dismiss claims against Rosemount Aerospace, a company that made sensors for the 737 MAX, and Raytheon Technologies Corp's Rockwell Collins, the parent of Rosemount and a key supplier for the MAX. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/u-judge-oks-boeing-agreement-155223691.html Australian women sue over Qatar airport strip-searches • The women were hauled off a Qatar Airways flight in Doha last year A group of Australian women who were strip-searched and examined at Doha airport are suing authorities in Qatar. The women were ordered off a flight and checked for whether they had given birth after a baby was found in a bin at Hamad Airport in October 2020. They described their experience as state-sanctioned assault and the incident sparked widespread outrage. Qatar later apologised and one airport official was handed a suspended jail sentence. But the women say their cases have since been ignored. They were taken off the Qatar Airways plane by armed guards before being taken into ambulances on the tarmac where they were inspected by nurses. The women said they did not consent to the examinations and were not given explanations for what was happening to them. One of the women, who did not want to be named, told the BBC she was "subjected to the most horrifically invasive physical exam". "I was certain that I was either going to be killed by one of the many men that had a gun, or that my husband on the plane was going to be killed," she said in a statement from her lawyer. The examinations lasted about five minutes before they were escorted back to their flight. Several women reported the incident to police after landing in Australia, sparking public attention and condemnation from several nations. Qatar to investigate 'invasive exams' of women 'Grossly disturbing' strip-searches anger Australia At the time, Qatar's Prime Minister Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani tweeted an apology saying: "We regret the unacceptable treatment of the female passengers... What took place does not reflect Qatar's laws or values." The Gulf state launched a criminal prosecution which led to a suspended jail term for an airport official. But Damian Sturzaker, a lawyer for seven of the women, told the BBC they had been "met with a wall of silence" despite trying to engage with the Qatari authorities. They want a formal apology from Qatar and the airport to change its procedures to make sure the incident does not happen again, Mr Sturzaker said. The women are seeking damages and allege assault, battery, trespass and false imprisonment by the Qatari government, Qatar's Civil Aviation Authority and Qatar Airways. One of the women - who said she had recurring nightmares about the incident - said the alleged lack of action from the Qatari authorities had spurred the women to take action. "By speaking up, we want to ensure that no woman is ever subjected to the demoralising, horrendous treatment we were subjected to," she said. Qatar is set to receive thousands of foreign visitors when it hosts the 2022 football World Cup. The country's embassy in Canberra and Qatar Airways have not yet responded to the BBC's requests for comment. https://www.yahoo.com/news/australian-women-sue-over-qatar-095920119.html Coronavirus: Cathay Pacific imposes tough new rules on aircrew Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific is imposing tough new restrictions on its aircrews, as it tries to stop the spread of Covid-19. Those returning to the city from layovers abroad have been told to remain at home and "avoid unnecessary social contact" for a total of 21 days. The latest regulations are due to come into effect on Wednesday. Last month, Hong Kong tightened its Covid-19 rules, which are already some of the strictest in the world. Other than a few exemptions - including diplomats and business leaders - most arrivals in Hong Kong have to undergo between 14 and 21 days of hotel quarantine. Now under Cathay's new rules, in the first three days after arriving in Hong Kong aircrew have been told that they must remain at home, other than for the following essential activities (maximum 2 hours per day): • Purchasing food and essential daily necessities • Outdoor solo exercising • Seeking medical attention/purchasing essential medical supplies • Completing the mandatory post-arrival testing requirements Crew members then have to "avoid unnecessary social contact" for a further 18 days and continue daily testing. The announcement also reminded aircrews to stick to the airline's strict isolation rules while on layovers in other countries. Under those rules aircrew must go directly to their hotel as a group in pre-arranged company transport and wear a face mask for the entirety of that journey. Once at the hotel they must stay in their room for the duration of the layover, including meal times. The company also said that "all crew members are required to get their third dose of Covid-19 vaccine, as soon as possible after the completion of the six-month interval from their second dose of vaccination and no later than 30th April 2022". Cathay has also been asking pilots whether they would be able to relocate outside Hong Kong, as the airline considers contingency plans in the event of a severe staff shortage. On Monday, Cathay said that any aircrew members who had stayed in Frankfurt this month would need to undergo a 21-day quarantine in a government facility after three pilots on cargo flights from the German city were confirmed to have the coronavirus. As a precautionary measure, the airline said it would suspend layovers in Frankfurt for cargo crew and require crew to take daily Covid tests. https://www.yahoo.com/news/coronavirus-cathay-pacific-imposes-tough-070939707.html Hong Kong quarantines 130 pilots, stoking supply chain fears Hong Kong has put 130 Cathay Pacific pilots in quarantine after three pilots tested positive for COVID-19 Hong Kong, China – Hong Kong has forced 130 Cathay Pacific pilots to undergo 21 days of quarantine, raising fears the aviation hub’s “zero COVID” policy could aggravate a global supply crisis caused by the pandemic. Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam made the announcement on Tuesday after three pilots slipped through strict COVID testing protocols and tested positive upon reentering the international financial centre. All aviation personnel who stayed at a hotel in Frankfurt, Germany, where the three pilots spent their layover would have to undergo 21 days of mandatory quarantine, Lam said. Authorities sent 130 cargo and passenger pilots, along with cabin crew, to a government-run quarantine facility in the semi-autonomous Chinese territory, which imports more than 90 percent of its food. “If there are one or two more cases like this, we might lose all our cargo pilots,” Lam said in a press briefing, admitting the move would have a significant impact on the city’s supply chains. The decision “appears rather extreme”, said Shukor Yusof, founder of aviation consultancy firm Endau Analytics. “Apart from the inconvenience for the pilots, it will likely also incur additional costs to the airline, at a time when its financials are under stress, and weaken Hong Kong’s position as an air hub.” The move is the latest blow to Cathay Pacific, which is reeling from the impact of the pandemic and mass pro-democracy and anti-government protests in 2019. Once the pride of Hong Kong, the company has laid off nearly 6,000 staff members and axed a regional airline in October last year. The airline reported 7.6 billion Hong Kong dollars ($97.6m) in losses in the first half of the year. To work around the city’s COVID-19 restrictions, the airline is mulling relocating its pilots to Dubai, Anchorage and Chicago, among other cities. It also now requires all aircrew that arrive in Hong Kong to isolate at home for three days and refrain from social gatherings. To align with China’s strategy of eradicating the coronavirus, Hong Kong has implemented one of the world’s strictest quarantine regimes, despite not facing any major outbreaks since the start of the year. The Lam administration has justified the policy, which has frustrated foreign businesses and expatriates, by citing the need to reopen the border with mainland China. In a bid to satisfy Beijing, Hong Kong last month scrapped most quarantine exemptions and further tightened pandemic control measures. Authorities have refused to provide a timeline for reopening the international border, despite concerns from some health experts and the business community that the city’s “zero COVID” stance is unsustainable and risks undermining its international status. Trinh D Nguyen, a senior economist at Natixis, said Hong Kong and mainland China’s zero-tolerance approach came with a heavy cost, particularly as the rest of the world gradually reopened. The strategy required “rather strict administrative controls of international and domestic mobility that can be rather costly economically, especially for Hong Kong as it depends on international mobility for key sectors such as tourism and finance,” Nguyen said. Nguyen also warned the impact could extend beyond the city. “The tightening of controls will further exacerbate Hong Kong, regional and global supply chain’s challenges as Hong Kong is the busiest airport for air cargo for goods such as mobile devices, garments, fresh fruit and seafood,” she said. Contingency plans But Tommy Wu, lead economist at Oxford Economics in Hong Kong, predicted the impact of the disruption would be limited. “The overall impact on the airliner’s operation won’t be severe, given that it may be able to call back some of the staff that are currently under unpaid leave if necessary,” Wu said. “There are also contingency plans that the airliner can implement to temporarily relocate staff to locations outside of Hong Kong to avoid strict quarantine restrictions, even though these plans will come with additional costs to the airliner.” Speaking on Tuesday, Lam also defended the decision to grant a quarantine exemption to Jamie Dimon, chairman and chief executive of JPMorgan Chase, who arrived in the city on a private jet on Monday. “After all, it’s a large bank, which has important businesses in Hong Kong. His itinerary is subjected to restrictions, so the risk is entirely within control,” Lam said. In August, Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman sparked a backlash after she was allowed to bypass quarantine rules to shoot her upcoming drama series Expats in the city. https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2021/11/16/hong-kong-quarantines-130-pilots-stoking-supply-chain-fears Police cite woman with loaded handgun at Roanoke airport ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ/TSA Release) - Transportation Security Administration officers stopped a Virginia resident from carrying her .357 revolver onto her flight at Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport Sunday. The handgun was loaded with five bullets, according to TSA. TSA officials detected the handgun in the woman’s carry-on bag and alerted airport police, who confiscated the weapon and cited the woman on weapons charges. The woman told airport officials that when her flight was delayed, she placed the gun into her handbag to head back to town, and when she returned to the airport, she forgot she had her loaded handgun in her handbag. In addition to being cited by the police, she faces a federal financial civil penalty for carrying a loaded gun to a TSA security checkpoint, according to TSA. Passengers are permitted to travel with firearms in checked baggage if they are properly packaged and declared at their airline ticket counter. Firearms must be unloaded, packed in a hard-sided case, locked, and packed separately from ammunition. Firearm possession laws vary by state and locality. TSA has details on how to properly travel with a firearm posted on its website. Travelers should also contact their airline as they may have additional requirements for traveling with firearms and ammunition. TSA reserves the right to issue a civil penalty to travelers who have guns and gun parts with them at a checkpoint. Civil penalties for bringing a handgun into a checkpoint can stretch into thousands of dollars, depending on mitigating circumstances. This applies to travelers with or without concealed gun carry permits because even though an individual may have a concealed carry permit, it does not allow for a firearm to be carried onto an airplane. The complete list of civil penalties is posted online. If a traveler with a gun is a member of TSA PreCheck®, that individual will lose their TSA PreCheck privileges. When an individual shows up at a checkpoint with a firearm, the checkpoint lane comes to a standstill until the police resolve the incident. Guns at checkpoints delay travelers from getting to their gates and inconvenience other passengers who are in the checkpoint line. https://www.whsv.com/2021/11/15/police-cite-woman-with-loaded-handgun-roanoke-airport/ GE Aviation Validates Durability of GE9X with Dust-Ingestion Tests • New technology designed to keep dust out of the engine performs as expected. The FAA-certified GE9X, designed specifically for the Boeing 777X, has accomplished another milestone, with a new series of tests validating the enhanced durability of the engine. The FAA-certified GE9X, designed specifically for the Boeing 777X, has accomplished another milestone, with a new series of tests validating the enhanced durability of the engine. GE Aviation engineers injected a stream of dust debris into a GE9X test engine to analyze how it would perform throughout the entire flight envelope, from takeoff through cruising speed and landing. “Our test findings further validate our confidence that the GE9X will meet the durability and reliability expectations of our customers upon entry into service,” said GE9X program general manager Karl Sheldon. “After 1,600 cycles of test execution and post-borescope inspection, all components functioned as expected. A full module and component tear down will commence and complete by the end of the year.” These test simulations represent the everyday flying the GE9X engine will perform in some of the harshest environments found around the world. “We've learned a great deal over the years from our widebody engine programs about ways to prevent hot and cold section engine degradation caused by sand and dust ingestion," Sheldon said. “The GE9X engine includes new, patented technology from these learnings that is specifically designed to keep dust and sand out of the engine.” The GE9X is infused with the latest technology from GE’s toolbox, including a highly efficient, next-generation 27:1 pressure-ratio high-pressure compressor; a third-generation low emissions TAPS III combustor; more than 300 3D-printed parts including dust separation technology via a 3D-printed particle separator; and lightweight and durable ceramic matrix composite (CMC) material in the combustor and turbine. It offers an unmatched combination of power and fuel efficiency to the widebody segment. Currently, the GE9X is the most powerful aircraft engine in history and the quietest GE engine ever produced (pounds of thrust per decibel). On the Boeing 777X, the aircraft/engine combination is targeted to deliver a 20 percent fuel burn improvement to customers. The GE9X engine provides best in class emissions, achieving 55% below current NOx regulatory requirements. The GE9X has been through the most rigorous testing program of any of GE commercial aircraft engines. In September 2020, the GE9X engine received FAR Part 33 engine certification by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration with just under 5,000 hours and 8,000 cycles of certification testing. This included 72 test flights and more than 400 hours on GE Aviation’s 747-400 flying testbed. GE Aviation anticipates it will complete GE9X Extended-range, Twin-engine Operations (ETOPS) testing, which supports FAR Part 33 and Part 25 certification, in the first half of 2022. https://www.aviationpros.com/engines-components/press-release/21246688/ge-aviation-validates-durability-of-ge9x-with-dustingestion-tests India's Akasa Air orders 72 Boeing 737 MAX jets DUBAI (Reuters) -Indian low-cost airline Akasa Air placed an order for 72 Boeing 737 MAX jets, valued at nearly $9 billion at list prices, in a move that might help the U.S. planemaker regain lost ground in one of the world's most promising markets. The orders by Akasa, which is backed by billionaire investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala, are incremental, a Boeing executive said on Tuesday. Last month, SNV Aviation, which owns Akasa Air, said it expected to start flying next year after getting initial clearance from the civil aviation ministry to launch. Reuters reported in September that Boeing was close to winning an order for some 70 to 100 737 MAX jets from Akasa, pending separate talks on a long-term engine service deal. India's air safety regulator in August allowed the country's airlines to fly the MAX jet, ending its nearly two-and-a-half-years of regulatory grounding after two fatal crashes in five months killed 346 people. Jhunjhunwala, known as "India's Warren Buffett", has teamed up with former chief executives of IndiGo, the country's biggest carrier, and Jet Airways to tap into demand for domestic air travel, which is nearing pre-pandemic levels as the country recovers from a devastating outbreak earlier this year. Boeing dominates India's widebody market of 51 planes but fare wars and high costs have led to casualties among full-service carriers, including Kingfisher Airlines in 2012 and Jet Airways in 2019, making low cost carriers and Airbus even more dominant. Boeing's share of India's 570 narrowbody planes fell to 18% from 35% after Jet's collapse in 2018, data from consultancy CAPA India shows. Currently, SpiceJet is Boeing's biggest and only customer for the MAX planes in the country. https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/indias-akasa-air-orders-72-115713932.html 'Irresponsible act': U.S. raps Russia after missile strike on its own satellite The United States on Monday confirmed that a Russian anti-satellite missile test was responsible for causing a debris field in space that forced astronauts aboard the International Space Station to temporarily seek shelter. State Department spokesperson Ned Price told reporters that Russia had "recklessly conducted a destructive satellite test of a direct ascent anti-satellite missile against one of its own satellites." The Russian test, Price said, "has so far generated over 1,500 pieces of trackable, orbital debris and hundreds of thousands of pieces of smaller orbital debris that now threaten the interests of all nations." Earlier on Monday, U.S. Space Command warned of a "debris-generating event" in space and said it was coordinating with other countries to help ensure the safety of their equipment in orbit. "We are actively working to characterize the debris field and will continue to ensure all space-faring nations have the information necessary to maneuver satellites if impacted," the command said in a statement, which did not mention Russia. When the State Department ultimately confirmed Moscow's responsibility for the debris field Monday afternoon, Price warned the test "will significantly increase the risk to astronauts and cosmonauts on the International Space Station, as well as to other human spaceflight activities." “Russia's dangerous and irresponsible behavior jeopardizes the long-term sustainability of our outer space and clearly demonstrates that Russia's claims of opposing the weaponization of space are disingenuous and hypocritical," Price said. "The United States will work with our allies and partners to respond to Russia’s irresponsible act." At the Pentagon, spokesperson John Kirby told reporters that Russia did not warn the U.S. of the test ahead of time. "This was an irresponsible act," he said. “We watch closely the kinds of capabilities that Russia seems to want to develop which could pose a threat not just to our national security interests but the security interests of other spacefaring nations," Kirby said. "And again, we've been very clear, we would like to see norms for space so that it can be used responsibly by all spacefaring nations.” Roscosmos, Russia’s state-run space corporation, tweeted Monday in reference to the debris: “The orbit of the object … has moved away from the [International Space Station] orbit. The station is in the green zone.” The debris field forced astronauts and cosmonauts aboard the station to seek shelter in their respective Crew Dragon and Soyuz spacecraft, according to reports. https://www.yahoo.com/news/u-warns-space-debris-reports-172923921.html SURVEY REQUEST Dear Pilot, You are being asked to participate in a research study of your opinions on urban air mobility. This study is expected to take approximately 10 minutes of your time. In order to participate, you must be at least 18 years old, a resident of the U.S., a certified pilot, and have piloted with the last 5 years. Participation in this study is voluntary, and you may choose to opt out of the study at any time. If you choose to opt out, your data will be immediately destroyed. We appreciate your consideration and time to complete our study. Please click on or copy and paste the URL below: https://forms.gle/w93FNCUG3aMCzJFJ6 For more information, please contact: Dr. Scott R. Winter scott.winter@erau.edu We appreciate your interest and participation! RESEARCH SURVEY SEEKING PILOT VOLUNTEERS FOR RESEARCH STUDY Volunteers are sought to participate in research about pilot experiences during flight operations. The research will consist of an online survey that will only take approximately ten minutes of your time. You may participate in this study if you are currently a pilot, defined as someone who holds a valid airmen and medical certificate. There is no compensation offered for this study but your assistance may help further the understanding of pilot experiences during flight operations. If you are interested in volunteering for the study, please follow the link below. Thank you! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PilotQ Specialist - Flight Safety Investigations UNITED STATES, GEORGIA, ATLANTA CORP. SAFETY, SECURITY & COMPLIANCE 10-NOV-2021 REF #: 10815 HOW YOU'LL HELP US KEEP CLIMBING (OVERVIEW & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES) The Specialist - Flight Safety Investigations reports to the Manager - Safety Investigations and functions as a member of the Flight Safety Accident/Incident Investigation Team. In that capacity, the Specialist will be the primary safety investigator on-call for Delta Air Lines with an on-call rotation every three to four weeks. As the investigator on-call, the Specialist will generally lead all Flight Safety investigations and NTSB coordination efforts during their on-call period. In addition to acting as an investigator, the Specialist will be a primary point of contact in Flight Safety for safety-related issues. The Specialist practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures. Job Responsibilities: · Acts as a primary investigator for operational accidents, incidents, irregularities, and trends. · Acts as investigator or assisting investigator, on an as-needed basis, for other operational accidents, incidents, irregularities, and trends. · Acts as ICAO Annex 13 airline representative, or assisting representative, for accident, incident, and irregularity investigations. · Develops and publishes Flight Safety investigation reports. · Regularly reviews operational reports and data to identify incidents and irregularities for follow-up investigation. · Develops safety recommendations in conjunction with all operational divisions. · Interfaces with Line Safety Coordinators during applicable safety investigations. · Reviews, develops, and coordinates the publication of safety articles. · Reviews and evaluates applicable research material and results of industry seminars of interest to Flight Safety and Corporate Safety, Security, and Compliance. · Acts as an alternate Investigation Team Coordinator and assists the Manager - Safety Investigations with coordinating Investigation Team activities. · Provides assistance to the NTSB during non-Delta Air Lines local or national investigations. · Provides technical assistance to Delta Air Lines partners and personnel regarding investigation procedures and techniques. · Practices safety-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures. · Develops both strategic & tactical plans that create a safety-conscious environment resulting in employee safety & well-being. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS) · Must possess a Bachelor’s degree, or higher, or have compatible work experience. · Should have a general understanding of the operational divisions of a Part 121 major air carrier, including Flight Operations, Technical Operations, In-Flight Service, Airport Customer Service, and Cargo Operations. · Should have an understanding of the role of a Flight Safety department at a Part 121 major air carrier. · Must have a detailed understanding of NTSB accident/incident investigation procedures and techniques. · Must be able to efficiently and effectively investigate major air carrier accidents and incidents. · Should be able to write clear, concise, technical reports, and articles. · Should be able to speak effectively to diverse audiences. · Should be able to work effectively with fellow employees as well as outside agencies and organizations. · Should have PC-based computer skills, including the use of common database and Microsoft Office software. · Must be able to travel worldwide at short notice. · (If applying Internally) Must be performing satisfactorily in present position. · Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by Delta Air Lines, Inc. · WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE (PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS) · Should have successfully completed an accredited training course in safety, or compatible work experience, that includes accident investigation procedures and techniques. · Hands-on experience during NTSB, ICAO Annex 13, or military accident investigations is desired. · FAA pilot certificate, maintenance certifications, or equivalent military experience are desired. APPLY HERE ARGUS International, Inc. is Growing Senior Vice President, Consulting Position Available ARGUS International, Inc.: Founded in 1995, ARGUS is the worldwide leader in specialized aviation services that allow organizations around the globe to improve their operational and business decision making. Our mission is to exceptionally deliver relevant and valuable information solutions to the Business Aviation, Air Carrier, Rotary Wing, UAS, and the overall Aerospace marketplace. PRISM (Professional Resources In System Management) LLC: PRISM, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ARGUS International, providing consulting and training services in the disciplines of regulatory certification/compliance, aviation safety, quality, security, and environment. PRISM is currently seeking an Senior Vice President, Consulting to join our team. This position will work at our Greenwood Village, CO location. Responsible for the leadership and direction of PRISM, this person provides revenue management, strategic leadership, supervision, and direction of the PRISM team including vice presidents and supporting staff. Responsible for managing a cadre of part-time associates who support development and delivery of customized products and services. Responsible for overall growth of PRISM having the ability to leverage associated sales team and business development team members to achieve targeted growth goals. Active member of ARGUS International executive and leadership team. Individual responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: Administration and Leadership (40%) • Develops and manages an annual PRISM financial budget • Manages costs during delivery of products and services to maximize net income • Works with sales to assure margins are met and contracts executed as agreed • Works across departments to maximize company talent to meet customer needs • Provides annual performance and developmental reviews of division staff members • Provides mentoring and career development of division staff members Business Development (40%) • Anticipates industry needs in terms of products and services to ensure a consistent and competitive revenue stream • Partners with ARGUS President, Marketing & Sales to identify new lines of business (products & services) with emphasis on long term contracts to stabilize revenue stream • Partners with ARGUS President, Marketing, Sales, and PRISM division heads on client contact and sales meetings • Program Management (20%) • Provide leadership and oversight for: 1. Developing safety, quality, security, and environmental systems for large commercial air carriers, regional airlines, helicopter operators, corporate operators, UAS operators, and charter enterprises to meet applicable regulatory and organizational requirements. 2. Develop a suite of technical training programs that equip aviation specialists with knowledge, tools, and skills to manage internal safety, quality, security and environmental systems. 3. Consulting services for certification services for FAA Part 121/135/139/145 applicants. 4. Provides clients with technical support to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements of ICAO and State Civil Aviation Authorities. • Establishes internal systems and processes to maintain FAA approval as a Recognized Certification Consultant Minimum requirements: • 4-year college degree, or equivalent work experience • 15 years of Aviation Industry experience consisting of Airline and Business Aviation to include operational management experience • Experience in mentoring / coaching mid-level and senior organizational management teams • Knowledge of organizational management systems to include SMS, QMS, and SeMS • Knowledge of operational and enterprise risk management systems, concepts and processes • Thorough understanding of aviation industry CFR Part 121, 135, and 145 regulations • Knowledge of aviation industry best operations practices for commercial air carrier, helicopter, business aviation, and unmanned market segments • Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Publisher • Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat, Visio, and Project Management programs • Good working knowledge of internet and email usage • Excellent phone and organizational skills Why Chose ARGUS? Full time benefits will include: 401K Match, Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Voluntary Coverages, Paid Short Term Disability, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Flexible Schedules, Wellness Initiatives, Gym Reimbursement, Competitive Salary with a Friendly Casual Atmosphere. The salary range for this position will be 170-200K per year based on skillset and years of experience with bonus opportunity. ARGUS is an equal opportunity employer. Please register to submit your cover letter and resume at: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=3363cb93-dd75-4c54-b4a1-8f276f42c007&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=423847&source=CC2&lang=en_US TITLE: Manager Safety Health and Environmental Management DEPARTMENT: Safety PAY GRADE: 16 REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, Safety Programs OVERVIEW: The Manager, Safety, Health, and Environmental Management is responsible for developing and administering Endeavor Air’s established safety, health and environmental programs to ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations. The positions will serve as a subject matter expert regarding the interpretation of federal, state, and local EHS regulations. The Manager will design, establish, and direct programs aimed at reducing environmental impact, occupational injuries, and ensuring regulatory compliance. These programs will include but are not limited to training, planned inspections/observations, personal protection equipment, job analysis/procedures, workplace safety policies, workplace injury management/tracking, and storm water, hazardous waste, and air quality compliance. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB RESPONSIBLITIES: • Develop and administer company-wide workplace safety programs and related policies. • Serve as the primary company contact regarding workplace safety and compliance for all pertinent federal and state OSHA regulations. • Review environmental, workplace safety, and OSHA related training curriculum to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate occupational safety policy and procedures. • Coordinate appropriate actions and prepare responses to any federal or state OSHA inquiries, investigations, or citations with Safety and Regulatory Compliance management. • Review workplace safety and environmental programs to ensure regulatory compliance and operational conformity, as well as consistency and standardization. • Review and approve OJI reports for appropriate investigation and corrective actions. • Evaluate policies and makes recommendations for methods of reducing or eliminating injuries, accidents, health hazards, and damages to life and property. • Coordinate the use of external resources for specialized safety or OSHA compliance issues, such as industrial hygiene, training, medical surveillance, audiometric testing, etc. • Perform risk assessments on workplace safety issues/observations/suggestions arising from investigations, employee input, company Safety Participation Programs, etc. • Perform occupational health, safety, and environmental compliance audits/inspections of all Endeavor Air facilities to ensure compliance with federal and state laws. • Oversee the creation of workplace-safety related communications to include written communications, posters, safety articles, injury analysis reports, and comparison charts. • Compile, report, and distribute safety statistical data and OSHA logs. • Oversee and manage company hearing conservation and respiratory protection program, to include respiratory medical program. • Have a strong understanding ergonomic principles and be able to perform ergonomic assessments of work tasks and office desk setups. • Provides management of Safety Data Sheet (SDS) database and oversees chemical approvals. • Maintain the corporate vehicle safety program and oversee incident investigations. • Update and maintain the Environmental Procedures Manual to ensure ongoing compliance with regulations and standards. • Contribute to the management of Endeavor’s water quality, air quality, spill, and waste handling programs. • Serve as the primary contact for facility issues related to the EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and hazardous waste generator requirements. • Assist in the compliance of storm water regulations and associated NPDES storm water requirements for Endeavor Air facilities. • Provide oversight to the overall compliance of the aircraft potable water program per the EPA’s Aircraft Drinking Water Rule, and ensure reporting of compliance tasks to the EPA is completed. OTHER DUTIES: • As assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Supervision of Analyst, Safety COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: · Ethics and Values - Serves as a champion to employees and projects that are beneficial to the company. Displays courage and willingness to take an unpopular stance to make positive long term progress for individuals and the organization. · Knows Our Business - Looks for way to improve our success operationally and through people. Understands how all aspects of the business operate in a systemic way. Technically and professionally skilled to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. · Builds Trust and Decision Making - Models honesty and open communications in large group meetings. Responds to challenge in a positive way – seeing it as a way to learn new perspectives and perhaps improve the organization. · Drive for Results by Inspiring Others - Builds passion and enthusiasm for the organization’s mission. Identifies measurements that will drive long term positive results, and shares the rationale, thus engaging the organization. · Know Your Team and Leading People - Inspires organization to build effective work relationships that are based on strengths and focused on achieving organizational goals, understanding and utilizing each team member’s interests and development goals. As a leader, proactively sees opportunities for talented and diverse staff to work with upper leadership in order to promote development and results. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Health and Safety or related field, or a combination of education and related experience • 3 to 5 years of experience working in a safety management role preferred • Experience working with federal and/or state regulatory agencies • Aviation knowledge and experience preferred • Exceptional analytical, organizational and communications (written and verbal) skills • Excellent organizational and analytical skills • Strong interpersonal skills with focus on communication and problem resolution • Strong work ethic, reliable, self-motivated with a positive attitude • Some travel may be required WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Computer work, in a typical office environment for much of the day. • Ability to work in a warehouse, industrial setting, airline hangar, or outdoor environment as required. • This position is “on call” 24 hours per day. • Must be willing, able and prepared to participate in extremely stressful work situations, such as aircraft accidents and incidents. • Repetitive motion such as typing on the computer and phone work. • Occasional physical exertion such as: pulling, pushing, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and light lifting of boxes, bags, files, and electronic equipment not in excess of 40 lbs. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Endeavor Air is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status. Curt Lewis