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When hell came to Manchester
Social media was yet to be invented but aviation safety was a trending topic in August 1985
Hovering with dragons
Crosswind and tailwind guidance or limits exist for a reason and beyond those numbers nothing is guaranteed
Cold comfort
In the early 1980s, Cessna embarked on a project to develop a more modern light aircraft capable of delivering the large payloads that traditionally...
Look before you leap: The importance of pre-flight inspections
‘Kick the tyres, light the fires’ is a tongue-in-cheek expression satirising the complacent attitude and confected bravado that the over-confident pilot has towards pre-flight...
Beyond the broadcast: avoiding conflict at non-controlled aerodromes
Non-controlled operations remain a safety challenge in aviation. Despite growing awareness and improvements to technology, near misses and collisions continue to occur.
Recent Australian Transport...
Twice befuddled
Dismay and disappointment over an initial mistake can predispose you to subsequent lapses.
Cascade of confusion
Lookout and situational awareness are as essential in controlled airspace as anywhere else.
A private advantage
The PIFR is a uniquely Australian endorsement.
Navigating the margins with Special VFR
Special VFR is not a workaround for poor planning or an excuse to press on.
The boy who watched planes through the window
Hugh McBain's safety journey
When you speak to 29-year-old Hugh McBain about aviation, the word that instantly comes to mind is passion. Passion for people,...
