Flight Safety Information - October 25, 2022 No.205 In This Issue : Accident: Korean A333 at Cebu on Oct 23rd 2022, overran runway on landing : Incident: Eastern Airways AT72 at Leeds on Oct 9th 2022, fumes in cockpit : Incident: Austrian B763 near Vienna on Oct 22nd 2022, first officer incapacitated : Incident: Rwandair DH8D at Kamembe on Oct 22nd 2022, overran runway on landing : Incident: Southwest B737 near Kansas City on Oct 21st 2022, fuel filter problem : Delta Air Settles With Pilot Who Raised Safety Concerns : Air India Appoints Henry Donohoe As Head Of Safety, Security, Quality Functions : Govt. to create 'substantial' number of posts at DGCA to enhance safety oversight, says Scindia (India) : CAAP exec: Korean aircraft sent distress call for problematic touchdown before landing : Family Kicked Off Qantas Flight For Abusing Crew : Hawaiian Airlines Announces Agreement with Amazon to Operate Freighter Aircraft : Report: Saudi Arabia’s RIA To Place Huge Aircraft Order : Spirit Airlines and CAE Launch New Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway Program for Aspiring Commercial Pilots : Five Management Mistakes Most Airlines Regularly Make : Position Available: Manager, Voluntary Safety Reporting Program (NJUS) : Position Available: FOQA Specialist (NJUS) : Research Study: Professional Pilot Occupational Risk(s) Survey : GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY Accident: Korean A333 at Cebu on Oct 23rd 2022, overran runway on landing A Korean Airlines Airbus A330-300, registration HL7525 performing flight KE-631 from Seoul (South Korea) to Cebu City (Philippines), had gone around at low height twice following approaches to Cebu's runway 22, climbed back to 5000 feet, entered a hold and landed on Cebu's runway 22 at 23:07L (15:07Z) about 55 minutes after the first and about 42 minutes after the second go around. The aircraft crossed the runway end at about 80 knots over ground and came to a stop about 360 meters/1200 feet past the runway end close to the airport perimeter fence. No injuries are being reported, the aircraft - having broken through the localizer antenna - received substantial damage including collapse of the nose gear, damage to the nose underbelly and penetrations to the cockpit. https://avherald.com/h?article=50004095&opt=0 Incident: Eastern Airways AT72 at Leeds on Oct 9th 2022, fumes in cockpit An Eastern Airways Avions de Transport Regional ATR-72-212A, registration G-CMFI performing flight T3-9634 from London Biggin Hill,EN to Leeds,EN (UK) with the soccer team of Leeds United on board, was on approach to Leeds' runway 14 when the crew reported fumes in the cockpit and declared emergency. The aircraft continued for a safe landing, vacated the runway, crew and passengers performed a rapid disembarkation after landing. The aircraft remained on the ground in Leeds for 5 days before returning to service. Britain's AAIB reported the aircraft perfhttps://avherald.com/h?article=4ffee9bd&opt=0ormed a rapid disembarkation on the maneouvering area of Leeds Airport due to fumes in the cockpit. There were no injuries and no damage to the aircraft. The occurrence was rated a serious incident and is being investigated by the AAIB. https://avherald.com/h?article=4ffee9bd&opt=0 Incident: Austrian B763 near Vienna on Oct 22nd 2022, first officer incapacitated An Austrian Airlines Boeing 767-300, registration OE-LAZ performing flight OS-87 from Vienna (Austria) to New York JFK,NY (USA), was climbing through about FL260 out of Vienna when the captain stopped the climb after the first officer became incapacitated and returned the aircraft to Vienna for a safe landing on runway 34 about 40 minutes after departure. The rotation OS-87/88 was cancelled. The airline confirmed the aircraft returned to Vienna due to a medical problem involving a member of the crew. https://avherald.com/h?article=50003526&opt=0 Incident: Rwandair DH8D at Kamembe on Oct 22nd 2022, overran runway on landing A Rwandair de Havilland Dash 8-400, registration 9XR-WM performing flight WB-601 from Kigali to Kamembe (Rwanda), landed on Kamembe's runway 20 at about 07:37L (05:37Z) but overran the end of the runway and came to a stop about 100 meters/330 feet past the end of the runway with all gear on soft ground. Passengers and crew disembarked without injuries. The aircraft sustained minor if any damage. Rwandair reported: "RwandAir Flight WB601 to Kamembe this morning had a minor incident on landing. All passengers and crew are safe." https://avherald.com/h?article=4fff8abf&opt=0 Incident: Southwest B737 near Kansas City on Oct 21st 2022, fuel filter problem A Southwest Airlines Boeing 737-700, registration N297WN performing flight WN-1811 from Detroit,MI to Denver,CO (USA), was enroute at FL380 when the crew decided to divert to Kansas City,MO (USA) due to a problem with one of the fuel filters (engine CFM56). The aircraft landed safely on Kansas' runway 19L about 30 minutes later. A replacement Boeing 737-700 registration N931WN reached Denver with a delay of about 4 hours. The airline reported the aircraft diverted to Kansas City due to concerns over a fuel filter. https://avherald.com/h?article=4fff8e6e&opt=0 Delta Air Settles With Pilot Who Raised Safety Concerns She pressed her case under a law designed to protect whistleblowers. Delta Air Lines has settled allegations by a pilot who said the airline ordered her to undergo a psychiatric examination and barred her from flying in retaliation for raising safety concerns to company executives. The settlement approved Friday ends a long-running dispute in which a federal arbiter agreed with many of the pilot's claims and said Delta failed to show any faults in her flying ability. In 2019, the case threatened to derail former President Donald Trump's choice to lead the Federal Aviation Administration. Terms of the settlement were confidential, although the pilot's law firm said they were “consistent with” the arbiter's 2020 ruling, which said Karlene Petitt deserved to get $500,000 in compensation for damage to her career. Atlanta-based Delta declined to comment. Petitt pressed her case under a 2000 law designed to protect whistleblowers who report issues of aviation safety. In early 2016, Petitt gave two top Delta executives a report running more than 40 pages in which she raised allegations about pilots being forced to fly when they were fatigued, gaps in Delta's pilot training, falsification of training records and other issues. She also emailed the airline's CEO. After meeting with Delta officials, Petitt was referred to a psychiatrist picked by the airline, who diagnosed a bipolar disorder. Petitt was grounded for nearly two years until independent doctors found her fit to fly. Federal safety regulators looked into Petitt's allegations and determined that Delta was not counting time that pilots spent commuting by air to flights toward their maximum work day. Delta said it changed the policy. In 2019, the case delayed a vote on the nomination of Delta executive Stephen Dickson to lead the FAA. Dickson had authorized grounding Petitt for a psychiatric evaluation. Senate Democrats said the allegations raised questions about Delta's safety culture and Dickson's candor because he did not mention the case in a questionnaire that asked if he were involved in any legal proceedings. The Senate confirmed Dickson by a 52-40 vote in July 2019, but he stepped down from the FAA this year before the end of his five-year term, citing personal reasons. The settlement between Delta and Petitt was approved Friday by Labor Department administrative law judge Scott Morris in New Jersey. https://www.manufacturing.net/safety/news/22512045/delta-air-settles-with-pilot-who-raised-safety-concerns Air India Appoints Henry Donohoe As Head Of Safety, Security, Quality Functions Donohoe, an Irish national, will take over as the head of Air India's Safety, Security and Quality functions from November 7, a release said on Friday. Air India has appointed Henry Donohoe, who has extensively worked with various international carriers, as the head of its safety, security and quality functions. After taking over the loss-making Air India in January this year, Tata group has been working on reviving the carrier's fortunes and is also implementing the long-term transformation plan 'Vihaan.AI'. Donohoe, an Irish national, will take over as the head of Air India's Safety, Security and Quality functions from November 7, a release said on Friday. He started his career at Aer Lingus in 1978 and became its Chief Pilot before going on to head key departments including Safety, Quality, Flight Operations and Engineering. "Donohoe then spent seven years with Emirates Airline in various safety roles, ultimately as Divisional Senior Vice President Flight Operations and Primary Crisis Director," the release said. Most recently, Donohoe served as Senior Vice President Safety, Security, Compliance & Emergency Response at Norwegian Air. At the airline, he was responsible for the integration of multiple AOCs and Safety, and security & compliance departments under a single entity, among other initiatives. He has also served on the IATA Safety Committee and Flight Safety Foundation Board of Governance. Welcoming Donohoe to the airline, Air India MD and CEO Campbell Wilson said, "even as we pursue our Vihaan.AI ambitions, including the tripling of our fleet, safe and secure operations remain Air India's number-one priority". https://www.outlookindia.com/business/air-india-appoints-henry-donohoe-as-head-of-safety-security-quality-functions-news-231601 Govt. to create 'substantial' number of posts at DGCA to enhance safety oversight, says Scindia (India) Responding to a recent communication by Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, the Civil Aviation Minister also said the DGCA has completed as many as 202 surveillance inspections in this fiscal The civil aviation ministry will create a "substantial" number of posts at the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to enhance its safety oversight function, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has said. Responding to a recent communication by Rajya Sabha MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, the Civil Aviation Minister also said the DGCA has completed as many as 202 surveillance inspections in this fiscal so far. Ms. Chaturvedi, in a letter to Mr. Scindia, had on October 14 highlighted an incident of smoke inside the cabin of a SpiceJet's Goa-Hyderabad flight and sought necessary action to ensure airlines maintain the highest level of safety standards. On October 12, SpiceJet's Bombardier Q400 aircraft operating its flight to Hyderabad from Goa had an emergency landing in Hyderabad after smoke filled up its cabin. "…I have had the matter examined. Based on the preliminary investigation, evidence of engine oil was found in the engine bleed-off valve, which had led to oil entering the aircraft air-conditioning system resulting in smoke in the cabin," Mr. Scindia said in his response to Ms. Chaturvedi on October 21. The observations made by DGCA were communicated immediately to SpiceJet for rectification, the minister said, adding, "DGCA is keeping a close watch on the situation and shall take all appropriate action to avert any untoward incident." The Ministry and DGCA place "highest importance on the safety of air operations" and have taken several proactive measures to enhance the safety of air operations and minimise air occurrences, Mr. Scindia said in the communication. He said that in addition to various steps, DGCA has further conducted 59 spot checks on SpiceJet aircraft, among others. In July this year, the regulator had capped SpiceJet's flight operations at 50% of the approved flights for the summer schedule for eight weeks following numerous flight safety incidents and a show-cause notice. This was subsequently extended to October 29. However, On October 21, flights regulator DGCA lifted these curbs and allowed it to operate with full capacity from the winter schedule that will start from October 30, 2022 till March 25, 2023. “You would appreciate that the surveillance inspections as per the annual surveillance plan for Spicejet has been increased to 47 in 2022-23 as against 33 in 2019-20.” "Further, overall 155 surveillance inspections were carried out on aircraft in 2019-20. In the year 2022-23, 202 surveillance inspections have been completed so far," the Minister said in his response to Ms. Chaturvedi's letter. “In addition, the ministry has decided to strengthen the DGCA.” Moreover, DGCA continues to take proactive measures to ensure that the level of safety standards is maintained by the airline, he said. In case of any non-compliances, DGCA ensures that appropriate enforcement action is taken, Mr. Scindia said. Ms. Chaturvedi in the letter had said that while passengers have the option of choosing airlines, the lives of crew are put at risk without any safety net due to their employment dependency on the carrier they work with. "In view of the inadequacy of the earlier actions taken despite spot checks and investigations by the DGCA, I request you to take necessary and appropriate actions to ensure maintenance of the highest level of safety standards by the airlines," she had stated. https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/govt-to-create-substantial-number-of-posts-at-dgca-to-enhance-safety-oversight-says-scindia/article66049017.ece CAAP exec: Korean aircraft sent distress call for problematic touchdown before landing LAPU-LAPU CITY, Philippines — A distress call was already communicated before the landing of Korean Air flight KE631 on Sunday evening, Oct. 23, 2022. This was clarified by Florentino Galan Jr., air traffic management officer III of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP). Galan said that the distress assistance was communicated to them from the approach control office in Manila after the aircraft experienced a problematic touchdown which resulted in a runway overrun crashing to the approach lights beyond the threshold of runway 04. The problematic touchdown was caused by bad weather due to heavy rains and thunderstorms. The incident resulted in major damage to the cockpit and nose of the aircraft. “Nagdeclare og distress assistance sa laing opisina ang post control service which is also the air traffic service facility. After that, the air pesonnel from the across the office told us that the aircraft needed assistance and then after certifying the report, we initiated the procedure for emergecy while the aircraft naa pa sa ilang position,” Galan said. (The aircraft declared a distress assistance from the other office, the post control service, which is also the air traffic service facility. After that, the air personnel from across the office told us that the aircraft needed assistance, and then after certifying the report, we initiated the procedure for emergency while the aircraft was still in their position.) Emergency personnel in place Galan said that even before the aircraft entered their area of jurisdiction, their emergency personnel were already in place. He also said that even if they already placed the airport on lightning alert level 1 due to a thunderstorm, he evaluated that the aircraft was still safe to land in the airport. The diversion of the flight was not also recommended during that time for the arriving aircraft. “There are two flights ahead of them (that) landed,” he added, adding that the first two aircraft had landed safely before the Korean Air flight KE631. CAAP probe Currently, the CAAP-Aircraft Accident Investigation and Inquiry Board (AAIIB) is now investigating the incident to determine its cause. Pending the investigation, MCIAA Assistant General Manager Glenn Napuli said that their utmost priority now would be the removal of the aircraft for the resumption of their operation and the partial opening of the runway to allow the departure of smaller aircraft. However, arriving aircraft will still not be allowed to land in the airport until the aircraft of Korean Air will be removed completely from the runway. Mactan airport runway is 3.3 kilometers. However, with the aircraft still on the runway’s end, it is agreed that the runway will be shortened to 2.56 km. “So number one question, what we do with the aircraft? Right now, (we are) doing all the necessary means to take out this aircraft from this area. We will move it about 30 meters away from the threshold of the runway,” Lawyer Napuli said. As preparation, MCIA is now defueling the aircraft, and cranes were set up to give way for its removal. MCIA is targeting to complete the removal of the aircraft before midnight tomorrow so that they can also resume their operations. https://cebudailynews.inquirer.net/471176/caap-exec-korean-aircraft-sent-distress-call-for-problematic-touchdown-before-landing#ixzz7idwLiO1Z Family Kicked Off Qantas Flight For Abusing Crew A family was removed off a Qantas flight from Bali a few days ago, and there’s video footage of the incident. Given how often stuff like this happens in the United States, I guess it’s kind of refreshing to see it happen in another country, for once. Family removed from Qantas flight in Bali PSA: arguing with crews never ends well Family removed from Qantas flight in Bali An Australian family returning from holiday was removed from a Qantas flight for abusing the crew. Specifically, this happened on Thursday, October 20, 2022, on Qantas flight QF44 from Bali (DPS) to Sydney (SYD). This redeye flight was operated by a Boeing 737-800. The argument seemed to start over a stroller disagreement. The husband and father claimed he was told the stroller would be brought on the plane, while it ended up being put in the cargo hold. After some amount of abuse directed at the crew, the decision was made to remove the family from the flight. This is where the video footage starts, as roughly three minutes of the discussion between the passenger and a flight attendant are captured. Among other things, you can hear the husband and father tell the flight attendant: “Get the hell out of my face” “You’re being so rude, and you’re so annoying” “Unless you carry my kids out, force them out, we’re not leaving” “You’re making my wife cry” “Tell security to take you out as well” “I’m telling you right now they were being rude and it’s f***ing disgusting” Despite their objections, the family did in fact end up getting removed from the plane. Qantas released the following statement regarding the incident: “These passengers were removed from the aircraft after abusing our crew a number of times prior to the flight departing Bali. The safety of our customers and crew is our number one priority and we do not tolerate any kind of abusive behaviour. We ask customers to follow the direction of crew for the safety and comfort of everyone on board.” PSA: arguing with crews never ends well I get that people can find themselves in tense situations on airplanes, and at times airline employees may even be on power trips (I’m not saying that was the case here, but it happens). That being said, it always amazes me how often we see situation where the crew tells someone they’re going to be removed from the plane, and they refuse. As you can see here, the man claimed the family wouldn’t get off the plane unless they were forced, and he encouraged the police to be called. I’m not sure what exactly he was thinking, but I don’t recall the last time that ended well for the passenger. These people also don’t seem to get that when the police is called, they’re simply there to enforce the request of the airline — they’re not acting as Judge Judy, and hearing both sides. Did the guy think that this situation would play out like this? “The captain wants you off the plane, pack your stuff.” “Nope, I’m not leaving. You’re so annoying, get out of my face” “Oh, okay. In that case you’re welcome to stay. Would you like a warm towel and perhaps a cocktail?” If you feel you’re wronged in situations like this, your best bet is to still follow instructions, and hopefully document as much of what happened as you can, and ideally have witnesses. But simply arguing with and insulting the crew won’t get you anywhere. Ever. Bottom line A family was kicked off a Qantas flight from Bali a few days ago. There was an argument over a stroller, and next thing you know, the husband and father started yelling at and insulting the crew. When the family was asked to get off the plane, they refused. https://onemileatatime.com/news/kicked-off-qantas-flight/ Hawaiian Airlines Announces Agreement with Amazon to Operate Freighter Aircraft HONOLULU, Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HA) (the "Company"), the parent company of Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. ("Hawaiian"), today announced an agreement with Amazon.com, Inc. and its subsidiaries (NASDAQ: AMZN) ("Amazon") to operate and maintain an initial fleet of 10 Airbus A330-300 freighters starting in the fall of 2023. Hawaiian will maintain and fly Amazon's A330s under Hawaiian's FAA air carrier certificate to move cargo between airports near the online retailer's operations facilities. The initial 10 aircraft will enter into service in 2023 and 2024. The agreement also contemplates the ability to expand the fleet depending on Amazon's future business needs. Hawaiian Airlines Announces Agreement with Amazon to Operate Freighter Aircraft "We are excited to help serve Amazon customers by providing additional air cargo capacity and logistics support. This recognizes our experience in providing safe and reliable operations, our incredible front-line team, and our shared focus on the customer," said Peter Ingram, president and CEO at Hawaiian Airlines. "This relationship provides a catalyst to grow our business and the unique opportunity to diversify our revenue sources while capitalizing on our established strengths." "We're thrilled to work with Hawaiian Airlines," said Sarah Rhoads, Vice President, Amazon Global Air. "They will maintain and operate the next generation of aircraft in our fleet, which is a reflection of the excellence they deliver as a renowned airline with their own A330 aircraft." In preparation for service for Amazon, Hawaiian intends to establish a pilot base on the continental U.S., grow existing maintenance bases, and expand the hiring of pilots, mechanics, dispatchers, supply chain employees and others who will help support this new cargo operation. In connection with the commercial agreement, the Company issued Amazon warrants to acquire up to 15 percent (post-issuance) of its common shares. The warrants are exercisable over the next 9 years. Hawaiian – which in 1942 became the first commercial airline to transport scheduled U.S. air cargo with the nation's first cargo certificate – today carries freight on passenger aircraft across its network of flights within Hawai'i and between the islands and North America, Asia and Oceania. A conference call for investors and reporters is scheduled for 4 p.m. Eastern Time today. The call will be available through a live audio webcast accessible in the Investor Relations section of Hawaiian's website at HawaiianAirlines.com. For those who are not able to listen to the live webcast, the call will be archived for 90 days on Hawaiian's website. About Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian® has led all U.S. carriers in on-time performance for each of the past 18 years (2004-2021) as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation and consumer surveys by Condé Nast Traveler and TripAdvisor have placed Hawaiian among the top of all domestic airlines serving Hawaiʻi. In 2022, the carrier topped Travel + Leisure's 2022 World's Best list as the No. 1 U.S. airline and was named Hawaiʻi's best employer by Forbes. Now in its 93rd year of continuous service, Hawaiian is Hawaiʻi's biggest and longest-serving airline. Hawaiian offers approximately 130 daily flights within the Hawaiian Islands, daily nonstop flights between Hawaiʻi and 15 U.S. gateway cities – more than any other airline – as well as service connecting Honolulu and American Samoa, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea and Tahiti. The airline is committed to connecting people with aloha by offering complimentary meals for all guests on transpacific routes and the convenience of no change fees on Main Cabin and Premium Cabin seats. HawaiianMiles members also enjoy flexibility with miles that never expire. As Hawai'i's hometown airline, Hawaiian encourages guests to Travel Pono and experience the islands safely and respectfully. Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. is a subsidiary of Hawaiian Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: HA). Additional information is available at HawaiianAirlines.com. Follow Hawaiian's Twitter updates (@HawaiianAir), become a fan on Facebook (Hawaiian Airlines), and follow us on Instagram (hawaiianairlines). For career postings and updates, follow Hawaiian's LinkedIn page. For media inquiries, please visit Hawaiian Airlines' online newsroom. SOURCE Hawaiian Airlines https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/hawaiian-airlines-announces-agreement-with-amazon-to-operate-freighter-aircraft-301655810.html Report: Saudi Arabia’s RIA To Place Huge Aircraft Order RIA, Saudi Arabia’s new mega-airline startup, is expected to announce a huge aircraft order shortly. In this post: RIA expected to order Airbus A350s The basics of RIA, Saudi Arabia’s new airline Bottom line RIA expected to order Airbus A350s Reuters is reporting that Saudi Arabia’s new airline, RIA, is expected to announce its first aircraft order shortly, as soon as this week. According to industry sources, the airline will announce an order for up to 40 Airbus A350s. At list prices, this would represent a $12 billion investment by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF). It remains to be seen if other aircraft might be part of this order as well. PIF had also been in negotiations for up to 75 Boeing 787s, so it could be that the airline plans to order both jets. After all, if the airline wants to become Emirates but at a much faster pace, it’ll need lots of planes. Initial rumors were that the airline would start by ordering narrow body jets, but it looks like RIA is immediately going for bigger planes. The choice of aircraft supplier could be political here, especially with deepening tensions between the United States and Saudi Arabia. That certainly suggests that an Airbus order would be more likely than a Boeing order. RIA could order Boeing 787s as well The basics of RIA, Saudi Arabia’s new airline For some background on RIA, this is Saudi Arabia’s plan to launch a new mega-airline that’s intended to compete with the other major Gulf carriers. Saudi Arabia is investing in tourism to a scale we haven’t ever seen before, and part of that involves a new airline. The country plans to invest $100 billion in aviation by 2030. The plan is for RIA to be a Riyadh-based airline. Current national airline Saudia will continue to exist, but will be Jeddah-based. The airline will serve both tourists and business travelers, and the goal is to become the size of Emirates, but in a quarter as much time. The airline will largely focus on transit passengers traveling between other countries, which might be a tough sell among many travelers, given Saudi Arabia’s reputation. Before anyone thinks this is just a theoretical concept, this airline absolutely seems to be a thing that Saudi Arabia is committed to. The country has poached Etihad CEO Tony Douglas to run the airline, and I know the airline has already hired several key executives from other airlines. Saudi Arabia has poached Etihad’s CEO Bottom line Saudi Arabian airline startup RIA is expected to place a large aircraft order. It’s rumored that the airline will order up to 40 Airbus A350s, though we could also see some Boeing 787s ordered, given the pace at which the airline is looking to expand. While we’ve obviously seen Gulf airlines grow over the years, the plans for RIA are truly unprecedented, as we’ve never seen such an ambitious and well funded airline project. It’s going to be interesting to see how this all plays out. https://onemileatatime.com/news/saudi-arabia-ria-aircraft-order/ Spirit Airlines and CAE Launch New Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway Program for Aspiring Commercial Pilots MIRAMAR, Fla., Oct. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) and CAE (NYSE: CAE) today announced the launch of the Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway program that aims to expand the carrier's pipeline of highly skilled, professional pilots. The program, located at CAE's flight academy in Phoenix, Arizona, will put graduates on the fast track to a successful career as a Spirit Pilot. Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway is designed to mentor future Spirit First Officers as they progress through their path to the flight deck. Candidates may apply for the program upon successful completion of their flight training at CAE Phoenix Aviation Academy and achieving approximately 500 hours of total flight time. If successful in Spirit's interview process, they will receive a Conditional Offer of Employment (COE), a Spirit Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) and will be mentored as they work toward completing the minimum hours required for an ATP certificate. "CAE is a great partner for us because of their commitment to safety and operational excellence, and also their dedication to finding solutions for student training needs," said Ryan Rodosta, Senior Director of Flight Operations and System Chief Pilot for Spirit Airlines. "At Spirit, we recognize Pilots are at the core of an airline. We have one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient fleets in the industry, and we fly to world-class destinations. We're growing fast and creating tremendous career-progression opportunities." "This new program will ensure Spirit Airlines has a pipeline of qualified pilots as they expand their fleet and route network," said Nick Leontidis, CAE's Group President, Civil Aviation. "CAE and Spirit Airlines share an unwavering commitment to safety, and the Spirit Wings Pilot Pathway will give cadets an immersive training experience that will equip them with the skills and confidence to begin a successful career flying with Spirit Airlines." Spirit is expanding rapidly with new stations starting operations across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean. Spirit also plans to accept 24 brand new planes in 2022, bringing its fleet total to 197 aircraft, and 33 more new planes are planned for delivery in 2023. The airline's growth provides First Officers with opportunities to quickly upgrade to Captain and fly some of the newest aircraft in the industry. Spirit's Pilots also receive great training and enjoy some of the best quality of life for themselves and their families. To learn more about the program and application process, visit www.cae.com/spirit Recognition Spirit was recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Diversity 2022 following its active efforts to create and celebrate a diverse workplace environment. Spirit also recently received the top ranking in its category in both the Port of Seattle Fly Quiet Awards and the LAX Fly Quieter Program. In addition, the airline was recognized as one of LinkedIn's Top Companies in Travel & Hospitality in 2022, which ranks the 25 best workplaces to grow a career in the industry. Spirit was also recognized for safety with the FAA's "Aviation Maintenance Technician Diamond Award of Excellence" for the fourth consecutive year. About Spirit Airlines: Spirit Airlines (NYSE: SAVE) is committed to delivering the best value in the sky. We are the leader in providing customizable travel options starting with an unbundled fare. This allows our Guests to pay only for the options they choose — like bags, seat assignments and refreshments — something we call À La Smarte®. We make it possible for our Guests to venture further and discover more than ever before. Our Fit Fleet® is one of the youngest and most fuel-efficient in the U.S. We serve destinations throughout the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean, and are dedicated to giving back and improving those communities. Come save with us at spirit.com. About CAE: At CAE, we equip people in critical roles with the expertise and solutions to create a safer world. As a technology company, we digitalize the physical world, deploying simulation training and critical operations support solutions. Above all else, we empower pilots, airlines, defence and security forces, and healthcare practitioners to perform at their best every day and when the stakes are the highest. Around the globe, we're everywhere customers need us to be with more than 13,000 employees in more than 200 sites and training locations in over 40 countries. CAE represents 75 years of industry firsts—the highest-fidelity flight and mission simulators, surgical manikins, and personalized training programs powered by artificial intelligence. We're investing our time and resources into building the next generation of cutting-edge, digitally immersive training and critical operations solutions while keeping positive environmental, social and governance (ESG) impact at the core of our mission. Today and tomorrow, we'll make sure our customers are ready for the moments that matter. SOURCE Spirit Airlines, Inc. https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/spirit-airlines-and-cae-launch-new-spirit-wings-pilot-pathway-program-for-aspiring-commercial-pilots-301656728.html Five Management Mistakes Most Airlines Regularly Make Airline management often makes the difference between airlines that succeed and those that fail. Airlines around the world have been a cyclically profitable business. Some airlines thrive while others fail, and the reasons for this have more to do with management than the business model or the geography. Certainly, a well-run airline can be challenged by macro-economic tensions or high energy prices. But the airlines that do well react to these situations differently, and in ways that help ensure the long-term value of their enterprise. Among the airlines that have failed or are on the way to failing, there are some common themes. That said, not every business model works but investors notice this and rarely finance new ideas that repeat mistakes. A well-run, long-haul, all-business class airline has failed many times and there isn’t a large pipeline of these ready to start. Many investors like low-cost airlines, but once running many are seduced by the idea of higher fares or succumb to the view of close friends who say things like “if your airline only offered this.....” Here are five common mistakes that most airlines make, but few make all of them and those that did aren’t around any more: Listen To What Customers Say But Not What They Do Formally known as stated versus revealed preferences, social scientists have known for decades that what people say is not always what they do. A favorite example here is wi fi onboard. Every survey of customers shows that customers want wi fi access onboard and will pay for it. But once installed, very few people use the product and almost no one pays for it. If they have to pay, it often annoys them because they get free wi fi almost everywhere else. I’m not saying that it’s wrong to offer this service. I’m saying it's wrong to offer it if justified only on what customers say. It may be considered as an ante to the game for many airlines. Some airlines have run surveys for the next new city to add to the network. This is a fun marketing event and gets the customers involved. But it gives the schedule planners no new information about the options available. More importantly, surveys about travel demand, interest in premium products, and more come out all the time. Airlines have all the data they need by looking at actual bookings and trends, and can test all kinds of ideas that way too. Surveys are great for showing what people think. But it’s how they behave and spend that drives the bottom line. Choose Prospective Revenue Over Certain Costs This happens at many airlines. They choose to burden their cost structure with ideas that should improve their revenue, but this doesn’t always happen. But the costs stay. In 2000, American Airlines spent $70 million dollars to remove two rows of seats from their airplanes. They had convinced themselves, with the support of survey data, that giving more room to customers would result in customer willingness to pay more. While making the physical change, which took months and took planes out of service for a short while, they spent a lot more running ads about how great this was. Four years later, in 2004, they spent more money putting all the seats back, because they learned that while people liked the space, they didn’t pay for it. This concept can be generalized: Don’t permanently raise the cost structure for only the prospect of more revenue. Investing in the physical product is great, and the business model may demand a certain approach. As changes are made, though, management can be diligent to ensure that the revenue enhancement earned is as certain as the costs incurred. Trust Emotion Over Data Airline planners, looking at monthly financial reports for each route flown, are sometimes heard saying “ but that really should be working” when looking at a 12-month loser. Planners are some of the most data-driven people at the airline, and even they sometimes fall victim to this bad habit. Airlines have a lot of data. As an industry, they don’t hire enough data scientists to make the best information from this. Leaders often are moved more by anecdotal comments at a neighborhood party or a sense that what they think is right must be more important than what customers are are actually revealing. Building an airline for what they want is an an example of this challenge. One successful airline investor has been quoted saying that he wouldn’t want to fly on an airline that he’d invest in. This statement, while a bit obnoxious, shows a good understanding of the airline’s target customer. Another airline executive used the term “refrigerator scheduling” as an insult to other airlines. He noted that British Airways once flew from Charlotte to London and from Baltimore to London. When Charlotte underperformed, rather than just canceling the route they started to fly a single plane from London to Baltimore, and continue it on to Charlotte. As a foreign carrier, they had no legal right to pick up people in Baltimore to take to Charlotte, so they just let people off in Baltimore and flew on to Carolina with fewer customers. He likened this to catering a big party and then having food left over at the end. Rather than throwing the food out, you put it in the fridge and the throw it out a week later. Sure enough, after a short time British Airways cancelled the Baltimore-Charlotte tag and stopped serving the Charlotte market directly. Emotionally, pulling out of that market was too difficult initially. Assume Customers Are Engaged Airline marketers are often proud of the materials they create. Whether it’s detail of pricing options, or explaining service options, or pumping up the beauty and efficiency of their fleet, they create all kinds of ways to explain their business to customers. Then, when the plane boards, many customers barely know what airline they are flying, let alone the details of the plane or the specifics of the policies. Just because the airline creates things to explain, they can’t assume that all customers are engaged and read these materials or take time to understand nuances among airlines. This doesn’t mean that airlines shouldn’t try to explain. It means they need to recognize that many customers will not know these materials and plan for that in their service training and staffing. Use The Wrong Benchmarks The best consumer websites aren’t at any airline. Yet many airlines will compare their websites to their competitors and feel good when their’s is easier or faster. Instead, airlines should benchmark against the best websites anywhere, including Amazon or eBay. Similarly, when comparing their costs or revenues, airlines should compare to the best worldwide standards, not only the local market. The most cost-efficient or revenue-optimizing airlines may not be in the U.S., so when benchmarking to only that standard an airline doesn’t set the bar high enough. This idea should apply to all things, including maintenance, IT, and more. Compare to the best anywhere, not just the generally mediocre results of other airlines. There are many ways that management can affect an airline’s future. Sticking to facts, knowing who your customer really is, and having conviction about your business model are all ways to avoid these five common habits. Ben Baldanza I am the former CEO of Spirit Airlines, where my strong team transformed the company into the highest margin airline in North America and created a new model for air travel in the US. I now serve on the board of JetBlue Airways, am Chairman of Six Flags Entertainment, am an Adjunct Professor of Economics at George Mason University, and co-host the top 1% podcast Airlines Confidential. https://www.forbes.com/sites/benbaldanza/2022/10/24/five-management-mistakes-most-airlines-regularly-make/?sh=456a1ec12f6c Job Title: Manager, Voluntary Safety Reporting Program (NJUS) Purpose of Position The Manager, Voluntary Safety Reporting Program position assists the Director, Aviation Safety in the execution of the comprehensive NetJets Safety Program. This includes the responsibility for management and operation of the Pilot, Flight Attendant, and Dispatch Aviation Safety Action Programs (ASAP) and related safety department functions. Tasks and Responsibilities · Evaluate, analyze and process safety reports submitted to any of the NJA administered Aviation Safety Action Programs (ASAP) including but not limited to: · Investigating the issues raised in each safety report. · Make recommendations to management regarding changes to policy, procedures and practices to enhance safety. · Collection and analysis of policy, maintenance records, and fatigue assessments to determine if safety enhancements are available or warranted. · Provide opinion and interpretation of collected materials to the ASAP ERC. · Act and speak on behalf of NJA as the ASAP Event Review Committee (ERC) representative on a rotating basis. · Administer corrective actions in response to ASAP ERC findings. · Plan for and manage all voluntary safety reporting program requirements for the Pilot, Flight Attendant, and Dispatch groups in line with FAA and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements. · Participate or lead investigations of the facts related to reports submitted through ASAP. · Research and analyze trend data in the NetJets Safety Program and other industry data. · Track ASAP related safety recommendations and corrective actions to ensure that follow-up actions have been taken that are effective. Determine if the actions have been effective and if not, make recommendations for additional changes or corrective action. · Manage the production of ASAP communications. · Acts as an information conduit to bring safety of flight issues to the attention of management and to deliver safety information to NJA employees. · Note: It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a full list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions worksheet for that position. Education Bachelor's in Aviation Management or Business Management Certifications and Licenses Years of Experience 2-4 years of experience Core Competencies Adaptability Collaboration Curiosity Service-Oriented Strives For Positive Results Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs) · FAA Commercial Instrument or Dispatcher license preferred · Must be able to work independently and use independent discretion and judgment. · Exposure to responding to irregular events as well as identifying, evaluating and writing risk assessments for said events. · Experience with safety analysis, trending and risk assessment. · Experience or training in Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). · Ability to use sound judgment in analyzing reports, assessing risks and making recommendations. · Must possess a demonstrated high degree of personal and professional integrity with the ability to maintain confidentiality. · Detail oriented characteristics with an ability to prioritize multiple objectives in a dynamic environment with constantly shifting priorities. · Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to write effective reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. · Technical computer expertise and proficient knowledge in commercial off-the-shelf applications, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). · Must be effective working both individually as well as in a team environment with the ability to interact in a tactful manner. · Able to read and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations with a detailed knowledge of applicable Federal Aviation Regulations. · Demonstrated ability to interact with people at varying levels of authority. Demonstrated public speaking and presentation skills with the ability to effectively present on both the individual level and to large audiences, including NJA employees, industry professionals and federal agencies. https://careers.netjets.com/job/Columbus-Manager%2C-Voluntary-Safety-Reporting-Program-%28NJUS%29-OH-43219/946328600/ Mallory Sweigart- Recruiter, Senior- Tel: 614-849-7376 - msweigart@netjets.com APPLY HERE Job Title: FOQA Specialist (NJUS) Purpose of Position The FOQA Specialist processes day-to-day Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA) data using the Ground Data Replay Analysis System (GDRAS) and performs routine data analysis. The FOQA Specialist creates weekly and monthly deliverables in addition to working with Gatekeepers and other members of Safety and FOQA Management Team (FMT). Tasks and Responsibilities · Supports the FOQA Program Manager with daily administration of the FOQA efforts to ensure analysis of flight data for improved flight safety including validation of FOQA events, identification of events for Gatekeeper contacts and identification of events for Maintenance reporting. · Performs data analysis, root cause analysis and determines corrective actions of digital flight data to determine adverse events, trends in flight and maintenance operations. Coordinates and validates aircraft specific event definitions. Maintains and identifies new FOQA events, and manages documentation supporting these functions. · Prepares flight operations trending analysis charts and reports. Compiles and presents FOQA data summaries to enhance training, maintenance, flight operations. Performs specialized studies and fulfills special data requests. Assists in the creation of safety and FOQA department publications. Prepares reports, presentations, and statistical data required to identify trends for safety enhancement. · Oversees data collection process of aircraft fleet in conjunction with Maintenance. Education Bachelor's in Aviation or Engineering Certifications and Licenses Years of Experience 0-2 years of experience Core Competencies Adaptability Collaboration Curiosity Service-Oriented Strives for Positive Results Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs) · Basic computer programming and statistical methods experience · Strong work ethic, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a positive attitude toward teamwork · Previous experience maintaining and enhancing corporate safety standards and safe operation practices · Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, including spreadsheet and database applications · Travel up to 10% of the time, including overnight stays · FAA Commercial Pilot License or higher preferred · Prior experience with Austin Digital or equivalent GDRAS platforms preferred · Knowledge of aircraft flight data recorders preferred · Previous work experience, preferably in 14 CFR Part 121 or 135 air carrier operations; quality control, maintenance, operations, safety or a combination of these areas. https://careers.netjets.com/job/Columbus-FOQA-Specialist-%28NJUS%29-OH-43219/891750500/ Mallory Sweigart- Recruiter, Senior- Tel: 614-849-7376 - msweigart@netjets.com APPLY HERE Research Study: Professional Pilot Occupational Risk(s) Survey My name is August Parker, and I am a Doctor of Occupational Therapy Student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences. I am inviting employed professional pilots to participate in this study by completing an internet survey for a project entitled, “An Occupational Perspective: Therapeutic Interventions to Facilitate Job Performance in Aviators and Astronauts”. The purpose of this study is to assess professional pilots experience with risk(s) in musculoskeletal functioning, mental health, and overall well-being for flight performance. This is a one-time, voluntary survey that is anticipated to take no more than 10 minutes to complete. If you agree, your identity as a participant will remain anonymous during and after the study. This survey is not affiliated with any aviation-related organizations or facilities. I would be grateful if you could forward this message to other pilots in your workforce. If you have any questions, please contact me, August Parker by email at a.parker@usa.edu. For more information and access to the survey, please access the link provided below: https://sway.office.com/ksURu4OaOEAXm7mC?ref=Link THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN REVIEWED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF ST. AUGUSTINE FOR HEALTH SCIENCES INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW BOARD FOR THE PROTECTION OF HUMAN SUBJECTS. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS, PLEASE CONTACT THE INSTITUTIONAL IRB CHAIR, DR. LORI KUPCZYNSKI, EMAIL: LKUPCZYNSKI@USA.EDU, PHONE: 904-330-1559 Thank you for your participation! August Parker, OTDS a.parker@usa.edu The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY Dear Pilots and Flight Attendants, Did you know that the difference between a 14-hour flight time and an 18-hour flight time is 28%, which means 28% more exposure by occupants to the cabin environment and other aircraft influences. Keeping this in mind, I am working on a new research study that aims to review current Health & Safety International and National Regulations and best practices for operating Ultra-Long-Range Routes (ULR). ULR operations refer to "An operation involving any sector between a specific city pair (A-B-A) in which the planned flight time exceeds 16 hours, taking into account mean wind conditions and seasonal changes. The scope of this study is to identify different health-related factors affecting Aircrew (Pilots & Flight Attendants) who operate these routes. Based on this review, a gap analysis will be conducted, and recommendations will be presented to mitigate health and safety-related impact factors on Aircrew. As a part of this study, a survey is designed for Aircrew (Pilots and Flight Attendants) who operate on ULR flights. This survey aims to learn about their experience and the different health and safety impact factors that Aircrew experience while operating these routes. Aircrew sought to participate in this study needs to meet the following criteria: - Employed (in the last 24 months) by an air carrier operating scheduled ULR flights (>16hrs); - Qualified as an aircrew member to operate ULR flights. During this study, you will be asked to complete a brief online survey about your opinions concerning health-related issues while operating ULR routes. You will answer several questions about different health-related factors and how it affects your lifestyle, including any prominent experiences you have encountered. The completion of the survey will take approximately 15-20 minutes. If you meet the criteria and are interested in helping, sign up for the study by clicking the link - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SV2D9KT You can also sign up by scanning the QR code below. Please let me know if you have any questions I can answer. Thank you for your participation Kind Regards, Aditya Rathi ISASI Robertson Fellow M.S. Safety Science '22 (Aviation Safety) Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott rathia@my.erau.edu | (928)-632-2707 Curt Lewis