Sentences with phrase «for aviation safety»

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires that large wind turbines, like all structures over 200 feet high, have white or red lights for aviation safety.

A volcano erupting and spewing ash into the sky can cover nearby areas under a thick coating of ash and can also have consequences for aviation safety.

Includes funding for aviation safety, new propulsion systems, and NASA's wind - tunnel facilities.

Not exact matches

The lack of a single fatality on a commercial flight last year prompted President Donald Trump to take credit for advances in safety in a Tweet that raised eyebrows in the aviation safety community.

«The ban means there is probably intelligence indicating a terrorist group or individual has been planning to detonate a device on board a commercial airplane, using an electronic to either hide an explosive, or as a triggering device for an explosive,» said aviation safety and security expert Jeff Price.

Just as he was known for his work ethic in baseball, he was also widely respected by those who knew him in the aviation community for his hard work, attention to detail and dedication to safety while flying.

«We should not be planning for an independent aviation safety regulation [system]», said Andrew Haines of the Civil Aviation Authority.

For example Unite the Union are currently publishing a campaign to try and prevent baggage handlers in the aviation industry suffering from muscular skeletal injuries, and the RMT Union are raising awareness of safety concerns on the Tube tracks.

In aviation, which has unequaled safety records, they do predict and plan for the worst case because they can't afford accidents.

Falling stowed items account for 10,000 aviation injuries a year, according to the Flight Safety Foundation.

authorizes a robust program including efforts to integrate unmanned aerial systems into the national airspace, development of NextGen technology for air traffic management and research on aviation safety

The money for teachers, which is part of an aviation safety bill, was approved by the Senate Thursday and will likely pass the House next week when representatives unexpectedly return from August recess.

The Drug Abatement Division is responsible for ensuring the safety of our flying public by regulating the aviation industry's compliance with the drug and alcohol regulations set forth in 14 CFR part 121, Appendices I and J, and 49 CFR part 40.

The ASKME program provides Aircraft Certification Service aviation safety professionals with a repository of critical safety technical information and data, as well as with a set of knowledge management and analysis tools for knowledge collection, dissemination, and analysis.

Mr. Horn received the Secretary's Gold Medal Award for his work on the Aviation Congestion Team, the Secretary's Partnering for Excellence Award as part of the Department's International Aviation and Safety Team, the Cape Ray Mission Team, and the Washington Airports Task Force's Williams Trophy as part of U.S. International Aviation Negotiating Team for exceptional work in expanding access to international aviation, the Government Technology Leadership Award, the Secretary's Bronze Medal for leadership on the U.S. Delegation to the Montreal Convention, and the FAA Administrator's Award for his support of enactment of the Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act.

There must be a path forward for the safe integration of drones if our country is to remain a global aviation leader and reap the safety and economic benefits drones have to offer.

In April 2006, she and her industry co-chair received the Laurel Award from Aviation Week & Space Technology magazine for improving aviation safety and «reducing the risk of fatalities in world aviation» through CAST.

Ms. Gilligan leads the organization responsible for setting, overseeing, and enforcing safety standards for all parts of the aviation industry — airlines, manufacturers, repair stations, pilots, mechanics, air traffic controllers, flight attendants, and any person or product that operates in aviation.

Mr. Horn received the Secretary's Gold Medal Award for his work on the Aviation Congestion Team; the Secretary's Partnering for Excellence Award as part of the Department's International Aviation and Safety Team, and as part of the Cape Ray Mission Team (Syria's chemical weapons disposal); the Washington Airports Task Force's Williams Trophy as part of U.S. International Aviation Negotiating Team for exceptional work in expanding access to international aviation; the Government Technology Leadership Award; the Secretary's Bronze Medal for leadership on the U.S. Delegation to the Montreal Convention, and the FAA Administrator's Award for his support of enactment of the Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act.

The intent of this initiative is to spur innovation, provide better opportunities for the development of new applications and services, and ultimately, advance the safety and efficiency of the aviation industry.

This agreement builds on the work of the U.S. Commercial Aviation Safety Team (CAST) which, along with new aircraft, regulations and other activities, has reduced the fatality risk for commercial aviation in the United States by 83 percent from 1998 to 2008.

As she explained in a Commerce Committee meeting on aviation safety, these rules seem almost arbitrary in light of the fact that they are not in place for the numerous people who travel on Air Force One, all presumably with portable devices.

Vernier transitioned to an aviation safety position, which required inspections and is where he picked up his eye for safety.

Scott McCartney, Travel Editor for The Wall Street Journal, discusses aviation safety and what doctors can learn from these innovations; and why air travel is much, much safer than it's ever been before.

AirlineRatings gives them 6 out of 7 stars for safety — one star is missing because the Philippines as a country didn't meet all criteria of an aviation audit.

Held annually since 1947, the Flight Safety Foundation's International Air Safety Summit is aviation's premier safety summit, drawing as many as 400 representatives from 50 or more countries to exchange information and propose new directions for further risk reducSafety Foundation's International Air Safety Summit is aviation's premier safety summit, drawing as many as 400 representatives from 50 or more countries to exchange information and propose new directions for further risk reducSafety Summit is aviation's premier safety summit, drawing as many as 400 representatives from 50 or more countries to exchange information and propose new directions for further risk reducsafety summit, drawing as many as 400 representatives from 50 or more countries to exchange information and propose new directions for further risk reductions.

The Transportation Ministry needs to pay attention to the aviation safety; it's important since the volcanic ash from Mount Agung is very dangerous for airplanes and passenger safety,» said Jokowi.

Andrew Cowan, chief operating officer for MAG, said: «NATS is highly regarded within the aviation industry and has a proven track record when it comes to aircraft and passenger safety, which is our shared priority.

Utilizing new aircraft allows for the best use of the latest aviation technology providing the utmost in safety, reliability, and comfort.

While aviation officials and government authorities continue to search both for a missing Malaysia Airlines jet and an explanation of what happened, the incident presents a stark contrast to the safety record that Asian carriers have achieved over the past decade.

I agree «the main reason for reactor safety is too maintain the economic viability of the reactor for 40 to 60 years» And appropriate, light regulation does that, just as it has succeeded so well for the aviation industry (did you read my comment quoting the article comparing safety in aviation versus healthcare industries?)

Weather and Safety Centre is responsible for production of weather forecasts and weather warnings for citizens, media, government agencies, business, civil aviation and military.

The UK's aviation safety agency, the CAA, will be involved in helping work out safety rules for flying the drones beyond line of sight and the government, as well as those of other countries watching, will be using the outcome of these trials to refine drone regulations.

Forbes contributor John Goglia, an aviation safety consultant and former member of the National Transportation Safety Board, reports that other municipalities have been watching this case for help in determining how they might proceed with statutes concerning dsafety consultant and former member of the National Transportation Safety Board, reports that other municipalities have been watching this case for help in determining how they might proceed with statutes concerning dSafety Board, reports that other municipalities have been watching this case for help in determining how they might proceed with statutes concerning drones.

The partners and attorneys of KLM have been tirelessly advocating on behalf of aviation accident victims for over forty years, and have been instrumental in bringing about improvements to aviation safety legislation and aircraft design.

Along those same lines, aviation accident lawyers often serve as spokespersons for the advancement of better safety practices in aviation, improved design of aircraft, aviation products, and aviation related infrastructure.

Ornge denied committing any offence arguing that it had complied with all legal and regulatory requirements and provided for an acceptable level of safety consistent with the standard of care that prevailed in the helicopter aviation industry at the time.

New York Commercial Litigation associate Paul Stinson explains the precedent set in Colorado that will be of value for aviation defendants who find themselves litigating in forums that recognize federal preemption of the field of aviation safety.

Safe: safety at low altitude levels will be just as good as that for traditional manned aviation.

This made - in - Canada program was developed to provide an additional layer of security for the aviation system and to enhance public safety in a way that complies with the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and federal privacy legislation.

To work as an aviation maintenance technician for a reputed airline company catering air service to national and international passengers and ensure their safety by using aircraft maintenance and repair skills.

• Reduce operational cost of flights by 20 % while maintaining schedule integrity and flight safety standards • Bring all pre and post flight operations in 100 % adherence to the applicable FAA regulations • Regularly monitor weather conditions and make necessary changes in flight schedules • Check for any aviation irregularities and communicate the same immediately • Coordinate with other departments for flow of operational information • Manage flight reservation procedures and protocols

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AMERICAN AIRLINES, Bethany Beach, DE Mar 2012 — Present Pilot • Successfully thwart a potential terrorist attack from one of the passengers while onboard, by recognizing the signs and alerting the authorities before landing time • Maneuver the aircraft away from harm by avoiding the path of a hurricane which descended without warning • Manage pre-flight checks of instruments and engines to ensure compliance with set aviation rules • Ascertain that all safety systems are up and running and that any glitches are taken care of • Determine best route to reach destinations based on weather reports and other concrete information from air traffic controllers • Oversee fueling duties to ensure that they are properly being carried out • Prepare aircraft for take - off and communicate status of flight to crewmembers and passengers • Monitor in - flight data and make adjustments to deal with changing weather patterns • Handle flight emergencies by ensuring passenger safety first and ensure that no panic is created onboard • Create flight plans detailing altitude, routes and amount of fuel needed • Communicate with ground staff to obtain clearance for landing • Ascertain that noise regulation is handled properly during take - off and landing

Whether overseeing aviation support for the President of the United States or implementing safety procedures and protocols to identify conflicts and introduce improvements, I have always delivered strong, sustainable results.

Danielle Corbett, aviation safety inspector for the FAA's Unmanned Aircraft Systems integration office educated attendees on the office's new Part 107 rule, which saw to the development of a brand new pilot certificate called the «Remote Pilot Certificate.»