Flight Safety Information - June 28, 2022 No.123 In This Issue : Incident: Eurowings A319 at Corfu on Jun 26th 2022, panel missing on landing : Incident: TUI B763 at Manchester on Jun 27th 2022, engine problems : Incident: HK Express A20N at Hong Kong on Jun 27th 2022, smoke in cabin : Honda HA-420 HondaJet - Overan the runway during landing (Colorado) : American Airlines’ regional carrier offers pilots triple pay to pick up trips in July : Due To Pilot Shortage, SkyWest To Remove Seats To Allow Pilots With Lower-Level Certifications : Russia to invest $14.5bn for local aircraft production : The development of the air accident investigation regulations : English proficiency can play a role in airlines’ survival : India’s Jet Airways set to close a $5.5 billion deal with Airbus : POSITION AVAILABLE: Airworthiness Directive and Regulatory Compliance Specialist : Position Available: Airline Maintenance Controller : Position Available: Director of Safety – Bloomington, MN : GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY - 1 : GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY - 2 Incident: Eurowings A319 at Corfu on Jun 26th 2022, panel missing on landing An Eurowings Europe Airbus A319-100, registration OE-LYZ performing flight EW-4395 from Salzburg (Austria) to Corfu (Greece), was on final approach to Corfu's runway 34 when a ground observer saw a panel in the right hand wing root fairing missing. The aircraft continued for a safe landing. The aircraft continued its schedule after 53 minutes and flew 7 more sectors that day. https://www.avherald.com/h?article=4fae8a84&opt=0 Incident: TUI B763 at Manchester on Jun 27th 2022, engine problems A TUI Airways Boeing 767-300, registration G-OBYK performing flight BY-216 from Manchester,EN (UK) to Boa Vista (Cape Verde), was climbing out of Manchester's runway 23L when the crew stopped the climb at about FL130 after the left hand engine (CF6) had emitted a number of bangs and streaks of flames. The aircraft entered a hold at FL070 to burn off fuel and returned to Manchester for a safe landing on runway 23L about 2:40 hours after departure. The aircraft is still on the ground in Manchester with the left hand engine doors opened about 7 hours after landing back. Passengers reported there were 3 or 4 loud bangs and streaks of flame. The airline reported the aircraft returned to Manchester due to a technical issue. The passengers will be put into hotels and the flight is to depart the next day as the aircraft can not land in Cape Verde in night conditions. https://www.avherald.com/h?article=4fae8c91&opt=0 Incident: HK Express A20N at Hong Kong on Jun 27th 2022, smoke in cabin A HK Express Airbus A320-200N, registration B-LCU performing flight UO-111 from Taipei (Taiwan) to Hong Kong (China) with 47 people on board, was descending towards Hong Kong when the crew reported smoke on board. The aircraft continued for a safe landing on Hong Kong's runway 25L. The occurrence aircraft is still on the ground in Hong Kong 12 hours after landing. https://www.avherald.com/h?article=4fae8e55&opt=0 Honda HA-420 HondaJet - Overan the runway during landing (Colorado) Date: 26-JUN-2022 Time: 15:39 Type: Honda HA-420 HondaJet Owner/operator: Fast Air Registration: C-GLEJ MSN: 42000148 Fatalities: Fatalities: 0 / Occupants: 5 Other fatalities: 0 Aircraft damage: None Category: Serious incident Location: Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, CO (ASE/KASE) - United States of America Phase: Landing Nature: Unknown Departure airport: Grand Forks Airport, ND (GFK/KGFK) Destination airport: Aspen-Pitkin County Airport, CO (ASE/KASE) Confidence Rating: Information is only available from news, social media or unofficial sources Narrative: HondaJet Overan the runway during landing. 5 personnel on board, including 3 passengers and 2 pilots. No injuries documented. https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/279693 American Airlines’ regional carrier offers pilots triple pay to pick up trips in July • Envoy Air pilots will get triple pay if they fly open trips from July 2 to 31. • American Airlines’ regional subsidiaries earlier this month agreed to a temporary 50% pay increase for pilots. • Airlines and travelers are struggling with numerous flight delays this summer amid staffing shortages. American Airlines’ regional carrier Envoy Air is offering pilots triple pay to pick up trips for most of next month, an effort the airline says will help it avoid flight disruptions during the peak summer travel season. “Super critical coverage has been declared for” July 2 to 31 for all bases, according to a note sent to Envoy pilots on Monday that was seen by CNBC. “Any open time flown during this time frame will be paid at 300%. Thank you in advance for your help.” Ric Wilson, vice president of flight operations for Envoy, said although the triple pay is applicable throughout July, it doesn’t necessarily mean open trips are available for pilots each day. “We are into our peak flying season and we want to ensure that we can operate dependably for our customers,” Wilson said. The airline said in a statement that it “has had an extraordinary completion factor for the month of June,” referring to completed flights. “As part of the proactive strategy to run a reliable schedule during the peak summer travel season, Envoy is offering pilots triple pay to pick up uncovered trips on their days off in the month of July,” the carrier said. “This will only be offered if there are open trips available, and currently Envoy is fully covered with its flight schedule this summer.” It’s a matter of training the pilots and getting them on the planes, says Raymond James’ Syth The approaching Fourth of July holiday weekend will be a test for airlines that have struggled to tamp down delays amid staffing shortages. American’s regional subsidiaries ⁠— Envoy, Piedmont and PSA ⁠— earlier this month said they were giving pilots a temporary 50% pay increase through August 2024 to help alleviate a pilot shortage that airlines say have forced them to cut routes. https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/27/american-airlines-regional-carrier-envoy-offers-pilots-triple-pay-for-some-july-trips.html Due To Pilot Shortage, SkyWest To Remove Seats To Allow Pilots With Lower-Level Certifications SkyWest, like all airlines in the United States right now, is in the midst of a pilot shortage. But the regional airline that services most of the airports in Wyoming has come up with a unique idea to stretch their resources. SkyWest, under a new subsidiary called “SkyWest Charter,” has made an application with the U.S. Department of Transportation to modify a number of Canadair jets to only hold 30 passengers, thereby allowing pilots with lower-level certifications to operate the aircraft as a “public charter.” “Southwest Wyoming Regional Airport here in Rock Springs was listed in (SkyWest’s) DOT application for a Part 135 charter certificate that would allow them to fly a 30-seat CRJ 200,” said Devon Brubaker, Director for the airport. “So it’s the same planes they fly today, but with 30 seats instead of 50 seats.” The Part 135 rules are more relaxed than the Part 121 rules that all scheduled air carriers operate under. The difference is that pilots operating aircraft under Part 135 do not need to hold an airline transport pilot certificate, which requires them to have logged at least 1,500 flight hours. A representative for SkyWest told Cowboy State Daily that the company’s standards have not gone down — rather, the charter service would simply provide additional regulatory flexibility. “It is our full intent to hold this new entity to the same high standards of safety, reliability, and service that the SkyWest name has come to represent,” SkyWest’s spokesperson said in a statement. For Rock Springs’ regional airport, the new flexibility is good news. “To the best of our knowledge at this time, it looks like it would be used to supplement our service as an opportunity to get us back to where we were pre-pandemic, with at least two daily flights and maybe more,” Brubaker told Cowboy State Daily. He said that between 2016 and 2019, boardings at Sweetwater County’s airport increased 57% – then came COVID-19. “Obviously the pandemic decimated air travel across the country,” Brubaker said. “We started to get back to our 2019 numbers in November, December of 2021. And then the pilot shortage reared its ugly head the last week of December, early January.” Brubaker said that in order to maintain consistency and reduce the possibility of canceled flights due to a shortage of pilots, all the airlines started to reduce the number of available flights. In Rock Springs, that meant that SkyWest dropped down to one flight a day, which Brubaker said is currently running at about 86% capacity. “In our industry, and 86% load factor might as well be full,” he said. “That basically means that on peak travel days, you’re not going to find seats unless you book early.” “We see travel demand far outpacing what we saw in 2019,” Brubaker continued. “We just don’t have the capacity.” While SkyWest’s charter service option may be good news for Rock Springs, on the other side of the state it could be a detriment. “We used to have three flights a day, every day,” said Todd Chatfield, director of the Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport in Gillette. “We’re down to two flights a day, except for Tuesdays and Thursdays when we’re down to one plane a day.” Chatfield told Cowboy State Daily that, like Rock Springs, flights in Gillette are filling up at around an 85% load factor, with planes that have 50 seats. “If we went back to three flights a day with the 30 passenger seats, that would still be a loss of 10 seats (per day),” Chatfield said. However, he said that there is a possibility that SkyWest could continue providing 50-seat planes and bring in the smaller capacity aircraft at busier times. “I did sign a public comment deal, and I did say that we were in favor of this, but that’s when I thought we would just keep the extra planes,” Chatfield said. “They wouldn’t take my 50-passenger planes away and bring in 30.” Chatfield acknowledged that SkyWest’s leaders are trying to address the pilot shortage in any way they can. “That’s really encouraging that they’re trying to find different ways to serve Wyoming,” he said. “But if they start taking my 50 seats and bringing in 30, and they don’t bring (what we get) in the same amount of planes I get now, that’s gonna hurt me.” “We’ve been assured by SkyWest airlines that their commitment is to improving our service, not hurting our service here in Sweetwater County, and around the state as well,” Brubaker said. https://cowboystatedaily.com/2022/06/27/due-to-pilot-shortage-skywest-to-remove-seats-to-allow-pilots-with-lower-level-certifications/ Russia to invest $14.5bn for local aircraft production The country aims to manufacture nearly 1,000 new, locally-built aircraft for Russian airlines. Understand the impact of the Ukraine conflict from a cross-sector perspective with the Global Data Executive Briefing: Ukraine Conflict The government of Russia is reportedly planning to spend RUR770bn ($14.4bn) to increase local production of aircraft amid Western sanctions following its invasion of Ukraine. By the end of the decade, the country aims to manufacture nearly 1,000 new, locally-built aircraft for Russian airline companies, reported Reuters. Amid increased pressure and urgency around climate change, how can energy operators in the Middle East better measure emissions and help lead the decarbonisation agenda? Given the scale of global greenhouse emissions and the intractability of fossil fuel use from industry performance, businesses within the oil and gas sector must collate and pinpoint exact areas for improvement, building a bridge between intention and action. The oil and gas industry is responsible for approximately 10% of direct and 40% of indirect global greenhouse gas emissions, according to a report from McKinsey & Company. At COP26, more than 450 businesses from across the finance sector, collectively worth $130trn, committed to pledge funds to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, putting increased pressure on the energy sector to improve performance, as investors increasingly seek to divest from fossil fuel assets. It intends to manufacture MS-21 medium-haul aircraft on a large scale, using some foreign components, as well as a few Soviet-designed Tu-214 aircraft. Since the start of Moscow’s war on Ukraine, many countries, including the US, Canada and the UK as well as other countries in Europe, have closed their skies to Russian airlines. In March, companies that included Embraer, Boeing and Airbus stopped supplying aircraft parts to Russia. Some countries, including China, also stopped parts supply. Additionally, leasing companies decided to confiscate Russian aircraft. The plan to produce aircraft domestically is aimed at overcoming these hurdles. Notably, Russia also passed a law allowing leased foreign aircraft to be registered domestically in March. Amid increased pressure and urgency around climate change, how can energy operators in the Middle East better measure emissions and help lead the decarbonisation agenda? Given the scale of global greenhouse emissions and the intractability of fossil fuel use from industry performance, businesses within the oil and gas sector must collate and pinpoint exact areas for improvement, building a bridge between intention and action. The oil and gas industry is responsible for approximately 10% of direct and 40% of indirect global greenhouse gas emissions, according to a report from McKinsey & Company. At COP26, more than 450 businesses from across the finance sector, collectively worth $130trn, committed to pledge funds to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, putting increased pressure on the energy sector to improve performance, as investors increasingly seek to divest from fossil fuel assets. Deputy Prime Minister Yury Borisov was quoted by Reuters as saying: “The share of domestically produced aircraft in the fleet of Russian airlines should grow to 81% by 2030.” https://www.airport-technology.com/news/russia-local-aircraft-production/ The development of the air accident investigation regulations On 28 June 2022 it will be 100 years since the first regulations were issued in the UK to formalise the investigation of aircraft accidents. Since then the regulations have been amended and revised numerous times in 1925, 1930, 1935, 1951, 1969, 1983, 1989, 1996 and 2018. From: Air Accidents Investigation Branch Published 28 June 2022 In 1951 the regulations were updated to reflect the newly issued international conventions on aircraft accident investigation as laid down by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Accident investigation was laid down in Annex 13 of the International Civil Aviation Convention. These updated regulations removed the need for an open court formal investigation, instead having an “in private” “Inspectors Investigation”. An “Inspectors Investigation” would result in a completed and public report which would include any recommendations, similar to those that were previously issued by “the Court”. There remained, however, the possibility for a full public inquiry should the Secretary of State require one. As the investigation was now done “in private” there was a provision to allow representations to be made if someone was likely to have blame attributed to them. 1951 also saw the formal designation of a Chief Inspector of Accidents. This is despite it being used informally for many years prior to this. In 1969 the regulations made it clear on the purpose of accident investigation in avoiding future accidents and not to ascribe blame. The development of representations was further enhanced such that any person whose reputation is likely to be adversely affected shall be given the opportunity to provide representations within 28 day of being served a notice. This requirement for representations remains today in the 2018 regulations. These updated regulations followed various reviews of accident investigation such as the Newton Committee in 1948 and the Shelmardine Committee in 1945. The Cairns Report of the committee on civil aviation and licence control in 1961 contained many recommendations related to accident investigation in the UK. As a result of the Cairns Report, the 1969 regulations introduced review boards where a person who has been served a notice may request any findings or conclusions to be reviewed by a review board. Only a few such reviews actually took place. The 1969 regulations continued to include the ability to hold a public inquiry. The last such public inquiry under the 1969 regulations and indeed for an aircraft accident in the UK was following the accident to Trident 1 G-ARPI in 1972. In 1983 the updated regulations were issued to align with the latest version of ICAO Annex 13 and refined the definitions of accident and serious injuries, and extended the powers of an Inspector. It also introduced the need to reopen an investigation if new or important evidence has been discovered. In 1989 a small update created the term of “field investigation” and “formal investigation”, these were short lived, being removed in the 1996 regulations, but the terminology remains in AAIB parlance to show different levels of investigation. In 1996 the regulations were significantly updated, again to reflect the latest version of Annex 13 but fundamentally introduced the need for the protection of relevant records except for accident or incident investigation. These records included witness statements and the cockpit voice recorder. It also removed the ability for someone to request a review board or for the Secretary of State to call a public inquiry. In 2010 a European Regulation (EU 996/2010) was introduced that made most of the provisions in the 1996 regulations redundant, it was not until 2018 that the UK regulations were updated to reflect the European Regulation. These regulations followed the latest iteration of Annex 13 and set the standard for accident investigation across Europe. Following the UK exit from the European Union, the European Regulation were retained but amended to make them UK specific. In the 100 years since the regulations were first issued, tens of thousands of investigations have taken place and several thousand recommendations made to prevent recurrence. Aviation safety has improved significantly as a result, but the principles laid down in those first regulations about finding out what happened and preventing further accidents remain today. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/the-development-of-the-air-accident-investigation-regulations English proficiency can play a role in airlines’ survival Vu Van, CEO of ELSA, discusses the importance of English proficiency aptitude for the safety of aircraft, and how it can even boost employee retention. The old aviation adage for safe flight reads ‘Aviate, Navigate, Communicate’, and ensuring the safety of passengers and employees through these three pillars stands as the number one priority for airlines, air traffic controllers and ground crews alike. However, communication errors and inappropriate phraseology remain present factors in safety-related incidents across the U.S. and around the world. Communication is important in any aviation-related role, whether it be air traffic controllers giving instructions to pilots, or cabin crews ensuring a high-level of customer satisfaction. As ‘Aviation English’ remains the official language of the skies, effective proficiency training can not only prove beneficial to safety, but an attractive proposition for would-be candidates looking for an airline or airport to hang their hat on. Communication is Critical In 1951, the International Civil Aviation Organization recommended English as the de facto language of the skies, and it has remained that way ever since. In fact, English language proficiency (ELP) for aviation employees in the 21st century is not only important, but mandatory, as enshrined by the ICAO in 2008, who mandated a certain level of English proficiency was required by employees. Particularly in critical stages of flight, airline pilots, first officers and cabin crew need to communicate clear and concise instructions that can be understood by all. A review of around 5,000 aviation accident reports from 1990 to 2012 uncovered a number of cases where language appeared a contributing factor in the chain of events leading to a disaster. An example of this was a Boeing 777 crash into a seawall at San Francisco airport, which was due to the nonstandard communication and coordination regarding the use of autothrottle and autopilot. The Skybrary repository for aviation safety also notes that serious incidents have arisen due to the varied ELP in verbal communication. Pilots use short verbal signals such as relaying their call sign using the phonetic alphabet, and cabin crews articulate the pre-flight safety demonstration using English as their tool. Simply put, English isn’t just the difference between your plane landing in Tennessee instead of Tallahassee but could play a role in airlines’ survival. English Proficiency in Recruitment and Retention The aviation industry faces a retention problem. Only 60% of flight attendant new hires make it through training, and only 50% of those are still at the airline after their first year. Although cabin crew jobs are in high demand, the long and costly training programs deter many from stepping foot inside a plane, and the benefits once an employee is at the airline can be futile compared to the long hours they are working. A Lorman study found that retention rates at companies rise 30-50% with strong learning cultures, and 86% of millennials would be kept from leaving a job if training and development were offered by an employer. A robust proficiency of the English language can be a useful instrument in an aviation employee’s repertoire: Improving the English skills of employees can release them of the linguistic shackles inhibiting them from socialising with a crew member out of hours or engaging in small talk with a passenger. An airline that invests in its employees increases their ability to recruit and retain talent, and with an estimated 18,000 pilots needing to be replaced over the next seven years, they are abilities that will be in record demand. A high level of English language proficiency in all corners of the aviation industry, much like the now extinct Concorde, has a streamlining effect to the spoken communication of instructions and information crucial to a safe and seamless journey. At any given time, an average of over 8,000 planes freely through the flight corridors of the world, but without the proficient communication needed to maintain the safe passage of people, an airline can soon lose its head in the clouds. https://ajot.com/insights/full/ai-english-proficiency-can-play-a-role-in-airlines-survival India’s Jet Airways set to close a $5.5 billion deal with Airbus Jet Airways, the once-defunct Indian airline now on its way to revival, is reportedly set to finalise an order worth $5.5 billion with Airbus SE. “The talks are for A320neo jets and A220 planes,” Bloomberg reported yesterday (June 27) quoting unnamed sources familiar with the matter. Besides the Europe-based Airbus, Boeing Co and Embraer SA, too, were in the fray. The final decision, however, hasn’t been taken, Bloomberg said. While Airbus and Boeing did not comment on the matter, the airline said it was in final-stage negotiations. “We will announce our aircraft choice and fleet plan once we have made a decision,” said a spokesperson for the airline. Jet Airways is charting a comeback after being grounded for nearly two years due to a massive financial crunch. The airline is already hiring and is in the process of obtaining permits to launch operations. Airbus, meanwhile, is also in talks with newly privatised Air India to deliver at least 300 narrow-body jets, touted as one of the largest aircraft orders in aviation history. https://qz.com/india/2182793/airbus-set-to-deliver-planes-to-jet-airways-and-air-india/?utm_source=YPL POSITION AVAILABLE: Airworthiness Directive and Regulatory Compliance Specialist Job Description At Republic Airways, our vision is to be America’s regional airline of choice, and our 6,000 associates work together each day to achieve that by providing a safe, clean and reliable flying experience. Whether the role is on the aircraft or in the office, every person at Republic contributes to our success and our family-oriented work environment. Since our founding in 1974, we’ve grown to become the world’s largest operator of the Embraer 170/175 jet, flying more than 1000 flights daily for our partners, American Airline, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. Beyond our operations, we’re focused on sharing our time, talents and treasures with our community—both locally and globally. Join Republic Airways where you will find opportunities, reach new heights and be part of something bigger than yourself. Republic Airways, opportunity elevated. #WhyRepublic POSITION PURPOSE Reviews Airworthiness Directives (AD) process to ensure continued compliance. Conducts investigations of non-compliance and potential non-compliance with regulatory standards. Reviews Republic Airways policies and procedures for regulatory compliance and system safety. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Conducts investigations at maintenance bases and contract vendor facilities into regulatory non-compliance issues and on behalf of the ASAP ERC when necessary. • Conducts investigations of reports regarding potential non-compliance with regulatory standards or other safety risk controls established by the company through the SMS process. • In instances of non-compliance/identification of needed improvement areas, works as a team member with appropriate management to ensure compliance or implement global improvement corrective action. • Performs risk assessments to mitigate modifications to post Airworthiness Directive configurations. • Establishes and maintains fleet Airworthiness Directive (AD) master list and aircraft specific AD compliance listings. • Coordinates with Engineering to create Engineering Orders to comply with Airworthiness Directives and monitors changes to the airline’s maintenance program to ensure continued compliance. • Reviews and approves Material Control Evaluation (MCE) for PMA parts to ensure effectivity and AD compliance. • Manages Part Restrictions in RAMCO to ensure materials restricted by Airworthiness Directives are not acquired and installed on Republic aircraft. • Coordinates with the Senior Manager of Inspection to create Inspection Checklists for Receiving Inspectors to identify parts restricted by Airworthiness Directives during the Receiving Inspection process. • Monitors the FAA website for new Airworthiness Directives, AD NPRMs, CFR changes, CFR NPRMs and Advisory Circulars. • Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Bachelor’s degree (B.S. / B.A.) or equivalent in aviation, regulatory compliance or similar field or a combination of education and experience. • At least 3 years of related experience, preferably with air carrier quality and/or safety program management. • Must have the ability to handle multiple time sensitive tasks and work well under pressure while maintaining a meticulous attention to detail. • Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications. PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Understanding relevant 14 CFR and FARs. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. DECISION MAKING Makes day to day decisions used to support strategic direction. Decisions often require some thought and are somewhat structured. Decisions tend to be short term and usually moderate cost. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Able to move about the work environment. Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, including overnight and weekend travel. APPLY HERE Position Available: Airline Maintenance Controller Job Description At Republic Airways, our vision is to be America’s regional airline of choice, and our 6,000 associates work together each day to achieve that by providing a safe, clean and reliable flying experience. Whether the role is on the aircraft or in the office, every person at Republic contributes to our success and our family-oriented work environment. Since our founding in 1974, we’ve grown to become the world’s largest operator of the Embraer 170/175 jet, flying more than 1000 flights daily for our partners, American Airline, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines. Beyond our operations, we’re focused on sharing our time, talents and treasures with our community—both locally and globally. Join Republic Airways where you will find opportunities, reach new heights and be part of something bigger than yourself. Republic Airways, opportunity elevated. #WhyRepublic POSITION PURPOSE Oversees the quality and quantity of all line maintenance work performed by Company and on-call maintenance provider vendors. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Establishes and oversees the completion of assignments by maintenance associates working on active aircraft at gate and hangar operations. Redirects work assignments as required. • Authorizes the use of and supervises on-call maintenance provider vendors contracted to perform maintenance and return aircraft to service. • Provides technical knowledge and logistical support to Maintenance and flight crews for active fleet maintenance discrepancies, Minimum Equipment List (MEL) issues, configuration deviation lists and res-schedules to determine proper and timely corrective action. • Coordinates with Maintenance, flight dispatch, maintenance planning, materials, engineer and QA inspection, providing current and continuing follow-up to ensure positive corrective action is made as promptly as possible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. • Oversees and coordinates aircraft ferry flights as needed. Assesses when aircraft charter services are needed to recover aircraft grounded at outstations and to relocate parts for aircraft requiring maintenance. • Collects and provides information on all daily cancellations and delays resulting from maintenance or materials related problems to complete daily Flight Interruption Reports. • Ensures MEL Deferred Item status is current and within time limits authorized by the MEL. • Updates other controllers and Maintenance Control Coordinators on progress of work performed. Assists with completion of shift turnover reports in accordance with procedures in the GMM. • Completes all department internal company forms, maintenance records, documents, work orders, etc. including performing maintenance computer system transactions as required. • Provides coaching and on-the-job training as directed. • Adheres to recurrent training. • Performs other duties as assigned or required. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE. • High school diploma or equivalent with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and at least one-year related experience in Maintenance Control or similar area. • Possess basic computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office applications. PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE • Previous experience in Maintenance Control, as an A&P mechanic or airline experience. • An FCC license is preferred. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and technical maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of associates of the organization. REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions. DECISION MAKING Makes day to day decisions used to support strategic direction. Decisions often require some thought and are somewhat structured. Decisions tend to be short term and usually moderate cost. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Able to sit for prolonged periods. Able to use hands to finger, handle and feel, reach with hands and arms at least 90% of the time. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Able to work nights, evenings, weekends and holidays to support 24-hour operations. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Able to travel up to 10% of the time, including overnight travel. APPLY HERE Position Available: Director of Safety – Bloomington, MN Who Are We: Life Link III is a premier, nationally recognized air medical transport company, known for our clinical excellence, superior aviation program, and reliable response in providing care to critically ill or injured patients. Our priority is to do everything possible to give every patient their best chance for the best possible outcome – demonstrated by our unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of care to our patients while on-board safe, state-of-the-art aircraft. We continually focus on innovation and work to put cutting edge technology and education in the hands of our flight medical crew, pilots, mechanics, operational control specialists and communication specialists so we can provide uncompromising care to the communities we serve. We do this work while living out our core values of safety, customer focus, excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Position Summary: At Life Link III, we believe that safety is interwoven in everything we do. We look at our leaders as agents of change, investing their talents to push the boundaries of the status quo and strive for excellence in air medical transport. The Director of Safety is a key leadership position and ideal for an experienced visionary, looking to utilize their experience and skill set in safety and apply to an industry-leading air medical program. This position engages directly with Life Link III’s CEO, Board of Directors, consortium members, while also serving as a trusted resource and safety advocate for all employees. The primary focus of the Director of Safety is the promotion of a strong safety culture and prevention of harm to people, property, and the environment. The Director of Safety will be expected to lead in areas of Safety Policy, Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance, and Safety Promotion. To accomplish this, the Director of Safety will provide technical assistance in identifying, evaluating, and controlling hazards in a variety of contexts throughout the organization. The Director of Safety is responsible for the continuous development & implementation of the Life Link III Safety Management System (SMS) and administration of Life Link III Safety Management Programs (SMPs). The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who embodies the mission and values of Life Link III. Position Highlights: · Under the direction outlined by the SMS – assist in implementation, management, modification, and additions to SMP · SMP implementation, oversight, management, and training, including day-to-day management of the following components: · Hazard Recognition - identify conditions or actions that may cause injury, illness, or property damage · Inspections/Audits - assess safety and health risks associated with equipment, materials, processes, facilities, or abilities · Fire Protection - reduce fire hazards by inspection, layout of facilities and processes, and design of fire detection and suppression systems · Regulatory Compliance - ensure that mandatory safety and health standards are satisfied · Maintain knowledge and awareness of all safety components of the FAA, OSHA (MN, WI, and Federal), EPA, airport authority, CAMTS, EMSRB, WI DHS, and others as applicable · Serves as the safety liaison for regulatory and accreditation site surveys · Health Hazard Control - control hazards such as noise, chemical exposures, radiation, or biological hazards that can create harm · Ergonomics - improve the workplace based on an understanding of human physiological and psychological characteristics, abilities, and limitations · Hazardous Materials Management - ensure that dangerous chemicals and other products are procured, stored, and disposed of in ways that prevent fires, exposure to or harm from these substances. · Environment - control hazards that can lead to undesirable releases of harmful materials into the air, water, or soil · Accident and Incident Investigations - determine the facts related to an accident or incident based on witness interviews, site inspections and collection of other evidence · Record keeping - maintain safety and health information to meet government requirements, as well as to provide data for problem solving and decision making · Review incident reports of a safety nature · Track, trend, and analyze data to identify concerns · Appropriately triage risk of concerns identified and proposes actionable plans for correction · Assist in development and regularly review site emergency plans for all Life Link III locations, including, but not limited to hangars, crew quarters, administrative offices, supply rooms · Emergency Response-Manage, administer, and facilitate the exercise of Life Link III’s Emergency Response plan. · Collaborates and engages across all departments and with external stakeholders for plan accuracy and plan updates. · Facilitates across departments for drill planning, drill execution, and evaluation. · Manage, administer, and provide training for the emergency notification software platform. · Security - identify and implement design features and procedures to protect facilities and businesses from threats that introduce hazards · Identify opportunities, gap analysis, and facilitate cross departmental collaboration about SMP · Training - provide employees and managers with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize hazards and perform their jobs safely and effectively · Provide content for annual safety training for all Life Link III locations including, but not limited to, hangars, crew quarters, administrative offices, supply rooms. Document and provide senior leaders updates about annual training · Attend new employee orientations and provide an overview and expectations of safety at Life Link III · Participate in safety education to external stakeholders such as hospitals, law enforcement, and EMS agencies · Collaborate with Marketing and Outreach to coordinate consistent messaging of a safety nature to external stakeholders · Coordinate with Clinical Services, Operations, Human Resources, or others as needed to assure that action plans are carried out when appropriate · Create, maintain, and updates policies as appropriate · Outline and update procedures appropriately to reflect current practices · Coordinate and lead safety sub-committee meetings · Coordinate the enterprise safety meeting · Ensure accountability and consistency of area and base representatives and/or designees · Lead the selection of base safety representatives, provide work direction and feedback · Maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders · Provide safety related education and/or materials as requested or needed · Promote a culture of safety through collaboration and partnerships that maximize the success of the program · Serve as a liaison on a wide range of safety related issues, and partner with content experts to ensure quality in the guidance given. What We Are Looking For: · Bachelor's degree in safety, industrial engineering, quality or emergency management, aeronautics, registered nursing or similar · 7+ years of experience in coordinating safety and loss prevention activities in a setting translatable to the services provided by Life Link III · Professional or equivalent safety certification (i.e. ASP or CSP) · Proven success collaborating across an organization to implement change · Experience leading collaborative teams, committees, or other working groups with internal and external stakeholders · 5+ years demonstrated leadership progression in enterprise-wide safety role(s) · Ability to adjust tasks quickly as circumstances dictate · Ability to communicate clearly and effectively · Ability to travel on short notice within the Life Link III system · Ability to respond to emergency events with limited notice Preferred Qualifications: · Master’s Degree preferred · Experience with rotor and/or fixed wing operations · Emergency Medical Services experience · Certification(s) in CPPS and ARM What We Offer: · We are committed to developing your talents through engaging work and access to an annual Professional Development Fund · Opportunity to grow · Competitive salary · Competitive Health Benefits · Employer Matching HSA on qualified plans · Employer Matching Retirement Plan with no vesting schedule · Competitive Paid Time Off to foster a work/life balance To Apply Please Go to https://www.lifelinkiii.com/careers/job-openings/ Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements: To maintain the health and well-being of our fellow co-workers and the patients we serve; all Life Link III employees are required to be vaccinated against Covid-19 prior to their first day of employment. Compliance/HIPAA: Must perform work in the manner prescribed by documented work process in order to ensure compliance with all rules and regulations, accreditation standards and laws that apply, specifically work processes that involve billing practices, for avoiding activities that constitute fraud and abuse. Employment Status Requirements: Life Link III does not sponsor employment visas of any kind. As a pre-condition of employment, all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. APPLY NOW GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY - 1 Dear Participant, When you know that, during a conference on cybersecurity organized by the US Air Force, hackers succeeded, at the invitation of the Pentagon, in infiltrating the control system of an F-15, you understand the importance of cybersecurity issues, particularly in the aviation industry. As today's world becomes more and more digital, the contemporary aircraft is equipped with semi-autonomous computer systems which make aviation one of the first sectors potentially vulnerable to cyberattacks. You are being asked to participate in a research study on cybersecurity threats in aviation. This study is expected to take approximately 10 minutes of your time. In order to complete this study, you must be at least a student pilot and at least 18 years old. You may choose to opt-out of the study at any time. Please click on or copy and paste the URL below. We appreciate your time in completing the study. Link : https://forms.gle/VpADSAhXuoeY6hNP7 GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY - 2 Dear Participant, I am a B777 Captain for FedEx involved with ALPA-FDX Safety for several years and as the ALPA-FDX Accident Investigation Chairman since 2018. As part of my current Masters in Aviation Safety with FIT, I am doing a study on fatigue. The survey as you see will take less than 5 minutes. https://questionpro.com/t/AVsbXZtJoT Thanks for your help, and please let me know if I can be of any help in the future. Best regards Ian Carrero TODAY'S PHOTO (photo courtesy - Jay Selman) Curt Lewis