André Pimenta’s Post

This is Purely my Opinion and Sentiment. And I Will not fly in an aircraft if there is no Two well qualified human pilots aboard the aircraft to fly them. The absolute assurance of having two human pilots aboard and flying the aircraft at all times is a cornerstone of modern aviation safety. The presence of two qualified pilots ensures redundancy, allowing for human judgment and error correction, which are critical in managing complex, dynamic situations that arise during flights. This dual-pilot system is underpinned by the principles of Crew Resource Management (CRM), a set of training procedures that focus on effective communication, situational awareness, problem-solving, and teamwork. CRM has been instrumental in reducing human error and enhancing safety by fostering a collaborative environment where both pilots actively participate in decision-making processes. The importance of two pilots cannot be overstated. In emergency situations, the presence of a second pilot provides an essential layer of safety. The second pilot acts as a check and balance, catching mistakes, confirming decisions, and providing support under stress. This collaborative dynamic is vital for handling emergencies, unexpected technical failures, and complex weather conditions. Moreover, the combined experience and judgment of two pilots are irreplaceable assets in ensuring the safety of passengers and crew. While advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation have transformed many industries, the idea of AI completely taking over the roles of pilots is met with skepticism and concern. AI lacks the intuitive understanding, emotional intelligence, and adaptive reasoning that human pilots possess. Human pilots can interpret subtle cues and respond to unforeseen circumstances in ways that AI, with its reliance on pre-programmed algorithms and data, simply cannot. The trust in human pilots is rooted in their ability to adapt, improvise, and apply critical thinking—skills that are beyond the reach of current AI technology. The aviation community and passengers alike often express a strong sentiment that AI cannot be trusted with flying aircraft alone. The unpredictability of real-world scenarios and the need for nuanced judgment make human oversight indispensable. While AI can assist and enhance pilot capabilities, it cannot replace the human element that is essential for safe and reliable air travel. The assurance of having two human pilots aboard provides a sense of security and confidence that technology alone cannot replicate.

Comparto plenamente la idea que expone este señor, se trata de ayudas que nos facilitan la toma de decisiones, pero no pueden sustituir al ser humano en ese punto. Definetely agree to the point perfectly explained by this CEO...welcome to all the helpfull technology existing in Aviation Industry, that can be used in the making decision process, but never should be attempted to as a replacement of the human brain nor compare to it's capabilities.

“You can never replace human judgment with a machine” a machine can be programmed to assist the flying crew, and the ground crew but the truth remains that it can never take the place of man. it will be a great risk if the industry starts to adopt the use of AI in the cockpit, as this will only encourage complete complacency among the crew. once they noticed that AI responded well the first fifth weeks or months, they will completely become incompetents in managing risk due to full trust in the AI. Such risk shouldn’t be considered at all in the industry, and risk assessment must be a priority in every airline. #aviation #pilot #deltairline #aviationdaily #crew #Britishairways

Safety in aviation is paramount! One pilot is not enough when it comes to moving cargo or passengers in big airplanes. There are little airplanes that one pilot is okay, even though it would be safer with two. I just don’t understand how this can be a question.

Just a matter of time! Automation in most big jets are capable of handling almost all emergencies with probably the exception of maybe, explosive decompression( I am told the Bus can handle that too) or the decision to ‘Evacuate’. I may be going out on a limb here but I see the first step as a hybrid of Ground base control centers that would have Operational control of the flight and a Single Pilot in the Flight Deck for redundancy or second opinion on weather deviations (I am from the old school that believes that one peek equals ten sweeps irrespective of how advanced the weather radar is.) The Pilot in the Flight deck will have their seat re-engineered to provide horizontal rest.(The B787 seat is almost there) They would be permitted to rest all they want in the seat and activated if needed. They would be permitted a 1 in 30 landing for recency or even that would be on a ZFTT. Passenger confidence would be incentivised until the reluctance is broken down. I may be sounding pessimistic but the savings in cost is too tempting for the bean counters to let it pass.

The safety of every airline flight always starts with at least two qualified pilots on the flight deck. Removing pilots from the flight deck is a gamble with safety. Pilots are unified in saying #SafetyStartsWith2 safetystartswith2.com IFALPA TALPA (Turkiye Airline Pilots' Association) European Pilots Boeing Airbus #SafetyStartsWith2 #WorldsPilotsDay

Below a link to a piece of news from EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency “Save the date for the first global TBO Symposium”: https://lnkd.in/e_KUFxMC   #EULegislationforATMANS

Three of the most influential pilot advocates in the world discussing the potential threat to passenger and crew safety (and to those who live under the flight paths!) from a concept being considered by Airbus and EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency to reduce the number of pilots required on the flight deck. In order to convince our passengers and colleagues, the question is "why is a second professional pilot on the flight deck at all times, detrimental to our safety?" #ifalpa2024

Knowledge-sharing and collaboration are vital for the growth of any industry – and ours is no exception. During the visit of the EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency and Federal Aviation Administration at our hangar, we conducted precision landing tests – the learnings from which will serve to improve guidelines & standards bringing #eVTOLs closer to the world. The purpose was to land the aircraft precisely within the dedicated parameters of the landing site – a critical maneuver affecting flight safety, pilot training, and smooth vertiport operations. To see how precise we were, swipe and catch our aircraft in action.

When comparing flying with a Wingman to a standard aviation company... - What happened: I discovered the advantages of flying with a Wingman PRO. - What changed: My perception of safety and quality in aviation. - What was solved: I found a reliable and trustworthy option for air travel. Safety and quality matter most. ##aviation #Grandviewaviation