by danny | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Despite man’s best efforts, it may be surprising to learn, we are not the only users of the sky. Birds have long been a hazard to aviation, or perhaps more accurately, human flying machines are a danger to birds, who arguably have more claim to flight than man does. ... 
by danny | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Prior to the Covid pandemic, ground course training for pilots was lethargically gaining momentum online, with traditional classroom methods arguably still the then preferred method of delivery. As with many areas of life, the Covid pandemic has altered significantly... 
by danny | Feb 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
A very often overlooked part of an aircraft, but a very important part, is the tyres. Obviously, these are the contact patch with the ground when not airborne. To the casual observer, aircraft tyres may seem just like any other vehicle tyre. However an aircraft... 
by danny | Oct 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
In a previous Speur Flyer (Speur Flyer 0521) we discussed how being human is to make mistakes. No one on this planet can do things perfectly. All too often in aviation, in associated accidents or incidents, historically the main causal factor is labelled as pilot... 
by danny | Oct 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
Aviation authorities globally issue licences to operational personnel; from pilots to engineers to air traffic controllers. Why the need to licence all these people? Surely this creates an administrative headache? The history of licencing in aviation is well surmised... 
by danny | Aug 31, 2021 | Uncategorized
When operating a complex machine in a complex dynamic environment as a part of a team, likely with team members unfamiliar with each other, there has to be a system in place to ensure the smooth synchronised cohesion of the team to ensure the safety and efficiency of...
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