Very effective technique for personal development, i really encourage reassessing your skill after each flight (debrief yourself), take notes of what could’ve of done better.
Could someone write what book did Kathrin Kaiser mention in the video.
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#EASA is thrilled to announce the release of the Artificial Intelligence Concept Paper Issue 02: Guidance for Level 1 & 2 Machine Learning Applications. This marks a significant step forward on the EASA #AI Roadmap 2.0.
❓ This latest issue addresses the unique challenges of deploying AI in aviation. It expands on Level 1 AI (Human assistance) applications, deepening the exploration of 'learning assurance,' 'AI explainability,' and 'ethics-based assessment' as foundational concepts of the ‘AI trustworthiness framework’. Moreover, it introduces guidance for Level 2 AI-based systems, giving flesh to the groundbreaking concept of 'human-AI teaming' (HAT) and highlighting the need for new human factors guidance to ensure safe Human-AI Interaction (HAII).
👍A huge thank you to all who have contributed to this important publication that serves as a reference for the entry into the framework consolidation phase of EASA AI Roadmap with the launch of EASA Rulemaking activities on AI.
Let's navigate the future of AI in aviation together!
https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/newsroom-and-events/news/easa-publishes-a…
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The Rotorcraft Collective: Don’t Forget to See and Avoid Other Aircraft
https://youtu.be/2xSZIETO_l8?list=PL5vHkqHi51DTAkNwV1ZlHydXxPUCjmiRt
Another excellent FAA Rotorcraft Collective video presented by Scott Newsome, FAASTeam Representative.
Quote: Most collisions between two aircraft are preventable. However, with the skies becoming crowded with more aircraft and the cockpit becoming crowded with new technologies, using your eyes to look outside is critical for a safe flight. It is the responsibility of all pilots to maintain vigilance to see and avoid other aircraft. This video covers some of our recommendations to prevent a mid-air collision.
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FAA Rotorcraft Collective: Sharing Low-altitude Airspace with Drones Midair Collision video, March 2024
https://youtu.be/mZSLZGImITU?list=PL5vHkqHi51DTAkNwV1ZlHydXxPUCjmiRt
Collisions between drones and aircraft are on the rise. Since 2017, there have been in the USA at least six confirmed and another six probable drone collisions with airplanes, helicopters, and hot air balloons, causing significant damage.
Most of these incidents happened to helicopters. These collisions have occurred mainly below 500 feet and some even in controlled airspace. Traditional aircraft always have the right of way over drones, but drone operators don’t always see and avoid in time and air traffic controllers...
Listen to the safety tips provided by Scott Newsome, FAASTeam Representative.
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On personal minima, see also this other EASA video published in the EASA Community General Aviation on March 1st, 2024:
https://www.easa.europa.eu/community/topics/personal-minimums#comment-4…
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AIRATTACK Magazine, Issue 32 was published on March 1st, 2024.
https://indd.adobe.com/view/e461404d-86c2-4322-8033-13ba486a3065
Not very well known in Europe, this NZ Kia Kaha Media Group Magazine doesn't address air combat as the name could let to believe but firefighting - another type of combat.
It includes the article Black Hawk Tanks, Improving the Breed by Paul Kennard (picture below).
Discover the other AIRATTACK Magazine issues - a superb collection, at:
https://www.airattackmag.com/
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EFB Own-ship position for situational awareness with a COTS (GNSS with 12 channels)
Good afternoon all,
I hope you are doing well.
I am reaching out seeking support / feedback related to the requirement from AMC7 SPA.EFB.100(b)(3) and the "adequate number of channels (12 or more)" needed for the use of a COTS (iPad) to display own-ship position for situational awareness.
- Since many of you are probably using iPads as EFB: does anyone managed to obtain the information to prove that the iPad has a GNSS receiver with 12 channels or more?
- Are you using an iPad to display own-ship (only for situational awareness) as an operator subject to EASA requirements?
- Did your Authority ask you specifically to show compliance with this 12 channels requirement? (knowing that neither FAA nor TC Canada nor ICAO have this requirement)
- Do you think EASA should update this requirement?
Hello Javier
we are using iPads as EFB-units, so we also have a COTS-unit. for the number of channels, you may want to scan through:
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/1690081?sortBy=best
Not as an official source but to get an idea.
As we were not able to proof the data for the 12 channels so far on the internal audit we were forced - at the moment - to NOT allow the ownship position - although I personally see it as a definite improvement to one's situational awareness – If used alongside rigid procedures and clear understand that the position indicated can NEVER substitute a clear look-out and verification of one’s position.
We are trying to get support from the application vendor, so far we are not there yet.
YES, I think EASA should reconsider their position IF the operator has proper procedures in place.
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HAI replaced by Vertical Aviation International (VAI)
February 24, 2024
https://contentsharing.net/actions/email_web_version.cfm?recipient_id=3…
Excerpts from the VAI Newsletter:
"Our vision at VAI is clear and audacious: to be the world’s most vital membership association leading the evolution and expansion of vertical flight.
While our name and appearance have evolved, the most important change is our expanded focus: we support all aircraft capable of vertical or short takeoff and landing—and yes, that absolutely includes helicopters. Those aircraft complete missions that no other aircraft can accomplish, and we are proud to represent them.
We rebranded to expand our reach, and so VAI focuses on what unites us: the unique capabilities of vertical flight. If you design, build, fix, fly, supply, or support vertical aviation, then you belong in VAI!
Beyond the name change, our commitment to offering the industry's most effective advocacy, communication channels, safety programs, education, and networking opportunities remains steadfast.
Welcome to Vertical Aviation International!"
Signed Nicole Battjes, Chair, VAI Board of Directors, and
James A. Viola, VAI President and CEO
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You are right, Grégoire, implementation can be a challenge. Each mitigating measure will require an impact analysis, but activities are underway.
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EFB Own-ship position for situational awareness with a COTS (GNSS with 12 channels)
Good afternoon all,
I hope you are doing well.
I am reaching out seeking support / feedback related to the requirement from AMC7 SPA.EFB.100(b)(3) and the "adequate number of channels (12 or more)" needed for the use of a COTS (iPad) to display own-ship position for situational awareness.
- Since many of you are probably using iPads as EFB: does anyone managed to obtain the information to prove that the iPad has a GNSS receiver with 12 channels or more?
- Are you using an iPad to display own-ship (only for situational awareness) as an operator subject to EASA requirements?
- Did your Authority ask you specifically to show compliance with this 12 channels requirement? (knowing that neither FAA nor TC Canada nor ICAO have this requirement)
- Do you think EASA should update this requirement?
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Hi All, we did a mini version of this covering all the different helicopter operation types in the summary of the Annual Safety Review 2023. You can find this on the link here: https://www.easa.europa.eu/community/topics/easa-annual-safety-review-h…
We have the full analysis in the Annual Safety Review covering each of the domains with graphs of all the Key Risk Areas.
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