South Coast Air Quality Management District’s Post

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We want to see you there tomorrow night at the FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) Webinar “Train to Avoid Loss Of Control- The Value Of UPRT” https://lnkd.in/gXndhqyV

AIN published an article today about an analysis of the July 2021 Challenger accident in Truckee. The analysis was done by the Air Safety Institute (ASI) of AOPA.  https://lnkd.in/gQg3pECP https://lnkd.in/gkXiaQBc As contrasted to the NTSB report on this accident, the ASI report stresses the critical importance of energy management during circling approaches while still pointing out the errors that were made by the flight crew. The NTSB report, however, seems primarily focused on blaming the accident on pilot error. One investigator I spoke with even said: ‘Sometimes you can’t fix stupid’. IMHO, engraving ‘Stupid’ on their headstones along with ‘Pilot Error’ doesn’t help anyone. The ASI analysis on the other hand provides important lessons that other pilots can utilize to help avoid a recurrence of the type of poor energy management in the traffic pattern that was seen in this accident.  I believe that our existing (non-military) pilot training approach doesn’t stress the harsh reality which is that airplanes really don’t want to fly! They are very, very heavy machines. The only reason they will fly is ‘airspeed’.  Piss away your knots and your airplane will drop like a rock. Do it in the traffic pattern and you will most likely be the subject of another NTSB report and you will have the same epitaph.

Compliance with California Air Resources Board regulations has been a long-standing requirement for all contractors who own off-road diesel fleet vehicles. Today, the experts at Best Best & Krieger LLP (BBK) break down upcoming changes to these requirements that might impact local governments. Read more at #PublicCEO bit.ly/3SXD9r7

Check out our latest blog post where Paul Sneden of King Air Maintenance Academy clears up common myths about King Air fuel systems: https://buff.ly/3WXOPvo #KingAir #KingAirNation #Beechcraft

OTD in 1989 an Air Ontario Fokker F-28 crashed on takeoff from Dryden, ON due to icing, killing 24 out of 69 POB. The seminal judicial enquiry (conducted in the gap after the CASB was disbanded and the TSB forming) identified systemic ‘aviation system’ issues. https://lnkd.in/eMa3xTZ #flightsafety #aviationsafety

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Aviation International News published an article today about an analysis of the July 2021 Challenger accident in Truckee. The analysis was done by the Air Safety Institute (ASI) of AOPA. https://lnkd.in/gxQvxuhT https://lnkd.in/eHhQkrpH As contrasted to the NTSB report on this accident, the ASI report stresses the critical importance of energy management during circling approaches while still pointing out the errors that were made by the flight crew. The NTSB report, however, seems primarily focused on blaming the accident on pilot error. One investigator I spoke with even said: ‘Sometimes you can’t fix stupid’. IMHO, engraving ‘Stupid’ on their headstones along with ‘Pilot Error’ doesn’t help anyone. The ASI analysis on the other hand provides important lessons that other pilots can utilize to help avoid a recurrence of the type of poor energy management in the traffic pattern that was seen in this accident. I believe that our existing (non-military) pilot training approach doesn’t stress the harsh reality which is that airplanes really don’t want to fly! They are very, very heavy machines. The only reason they will fly is ‘airspeed’. Piss away your knots and your airplane will drop like a rock. Do it in the traffic pattern and you will most likely be the subject of another NTSB report and you will earn the same epitaph.

Good reminder of the hidden hazard of carbon monoxide, especially during the winter months! “Carbon monoxide — a gas that has no odor or color — is deadly dangerous. Thankfully, Dan is able to share his account of the collective circumstances that led to the mishap, his miraculous survival, and the importance of installing a CO detector to prevent such accidents,” said AOPA Air Safety Institute Senior Director Paul Deres." #aviation #aviationindustry #learn #share #apply #pilot #pilottraining #safety #safetyculture #knowledgeispower #pilotlife #generalaviation #interesting #conversation #share #accidentinvestigation

Safety Topic of the Week: Collision Avoidance Statistic shows that mid-air collisions can occur in all phases of flight and at all altitudes. However, nearly all mid-air collisions occur in daylight and in excellent visual meteorological conditions. A collision is more likely where aircraft are concentrated, especially close to aerodromes, and when one or both aircraft is turning, descending, or climbing. The CAA & EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency provide some useful tips and thoughts regarding collision avoidance (links to leaflets Collision Avoidance below). Topics include: how the eye functions; visual scanning techniques; how to scan; time sharing plans; and operating techniques. #AviationSafety #CollisionAvoidance #flying #conspicuity Links: https://lnkd.in/eDQm8jcE https://lnkd.in/ejdqHUSF https://lnkd.in/ezY7N5jp