| |

Cairns aviation Wins Australian Approval


A Cairns-based aviation maintenance and repair organisation has become the first in Australia to be granted an approval under new air safety regulations.

Hawker Pacific Airline Support Services now has approval to operate under new maintenance regulations introduced in June 2011.

These regulations cover the maintenance of regular public transport aircraft and aeronautical products.

CASA’s Director of Aviation Safety, John McCormick, has presented Hawker Pacific Airline Support Services with their new Civil Aviation Safety Regulations Part 145 approval certificate.

The presentation was made in Cairns on Wednesday 24 August 2011.

“The finalisation of the first approval under the new maintenance regulations is a major milestone for Australian aviation,” Mr McCormick said.

“Between now and June 2013 a total of 250 maintenance organisations will move across to operate under the new Part 145 regulations.

“They will all benefit from operating within a regulatory framework that enhances safety, offers increased flexibility and aligns with international practices.

“The regulations enhance safety because they introduce requirements for safety management systems and human factors training into the maintenance sector for the first time. The new rules are also clearer, which will improve compliance with safety standards.

“Hawker Pacific Airline Support Services has undertaken a lot of work to win this approval and CASA carefully reviewed their documentation and carried out on site inspections.

“I congratulate Hawker Pacific Airline Support Services for being the first to be granted an approval under Part 145 of the maintenance regulations and look forward to the smooth transition of all the other relevant maintenance organisations by the middle of 2013.”

Hawker Pacific Airline Support Services carries out maintenance of Bombardier DHC-8 and Embraer 120 aircraft in Cairns.

The new maintenance regulations introduced under Part 145 only cover the maintenance of regular public transport aircraft and aeronautical products fitted to those aircraft. CASA will develop new maintenance regulations for other sectors of aviation after further consultation with the industry.

New regulations covering Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and maintenance training organisations were also introduced in June 2011.


To include the featured image in your Twitter Card, please tap or click their icon a second time.

Similar Posts

  • | | |

    Two Planes Collide Near Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, CA

    SfTwo planes, returning from the Pacific Coast Dream Machines festival, collided over the northern San Francisco Bay.

    According to Ian Gregor, the spokesperson of the FAA, the planes involved in the incident were single-engine Hawker Sea Fury TMK 20 and single-engine Cessna 210.

    The planes took off from Eagle’s Nest Airport for participating in the Pacific Coast Dream Machines festival, which is held annually at the Half Moon Bay Airport. Both the planes were on their way back home when they collided at about 4:05 pm, near the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge.

    The Sea Fury was able to reach Eagle’s Nest Airport in Ione, Northern California, where it landed 40 minutes after the collision. The Amador county Undersheriff, Jim Wegner, confirmed that the passengers of Sea Fury plane, a husband and wife, remained injured and did not need medical attention.

    The Cessna plane crashed into the bay. Crews found the debris in San Pablo Bay however, Loumania Stewart, the Coast Guard Petty Officer said that they have not found any clues about the pilot yet.

    As per the FAA records, the Sea Fury belongs to Sanders Aeronautics Inc., a company specializing in aircraft restoration. The company website reveals that the sanders brothers; Dennis and Brian Sanders, are air racers.

    To include the featured image in your Twitter Card, please tap or click their icon a second time.
  • |

    Air Transport Association Congratulates Senate on FAA Bill Passage That Furthers NextGen and Creates Thousands of U.S. Jobs

    WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The Air Transport Association of America (ATA), the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, today congratulated Chairman Jay Rockefeller, Ranking Member Kay Bailey Hutchison and the Senate for passage of the FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act (S.223), which will help create jobs and modernize the air traffic control system. A modernized air traffic management system will improve operational efficiency, reduce fuel consumption and emissions, and lower airline operating costs.

    “This bill moves the United States toward our goal of enabling a safe, sustainable and profitable airline industry that provides good value to customers and promotes global competitiveness,” said ATA President and CEO Nicholas E. Calio. “We applaud the leadership and significant work to pass a bill that reflects a continued commitment to safety and modernization of the air traffic control system by requiring that FAA establish and track performance metrics.”

    To include the featured image in your Twitter Card, please tap or click their icon a second time.
  • | | |

    Australian Cessna Crash Kills Two Local Celebrities


    On March 25, a Cessna T210N Turbo Centurion crashed at 5:30 a.m. in a paddock two miles from Roma Airport, Queensland. Two people were aboard, bull rider John Quintana, and the national head of Ray White’s Livestock business, Charlie Maher, both of whom died on the scene. On impact, an emergency beacon activated.

    There was a 500 meter debris field. Rescue Co-ordination Centre in Canberra alerted police. Fire crews were called and Careflight but no one survived the crash.

    The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating the crash site at Hartley Lane in Orange Hill to begin their investigation.


    Investigation title:
    Collision with terrain involving Cessna T210N, VH-MEQ, 2 km west of Roma Airport, Queensland on 25 March 2013
    ATSB Investigation # AO-2013-057
    The ATSB is investigating a fatal aircraft accident involving a Cessna T210N that occurred on 25 March 2013 near Roma, Queensland.
    Soon after takeoff, the aircraft collided with terrain. The two occupants died in the accident and the aircraft was destroyed.

    A team of four investigators will arrive at the accident site tonight to begin the on-site investigation.

    The team comprises experts in engineering, materials failure and aircraft operations.

    While onsite, the team will be:

    • examining and photographing the wreckage and any ground scars
    • interviewing witnesses
    • examining aircraft documents.

    The team is expected to be onsite for around four days.
    If you have any information about the accident, please call the ATSB on 1800 020 616.

    To include the featured image in your Twitter Card, please tap or click their icon a second time.

  • Flight Attendants Safely Usher Travelers to Holiday Destinations

    Upcoming Anniversary of the 2009 Christmas Day Bomber Reminds All that There is Never a Holiday from Safety and Security Work for Flight Attendants

    WASHINGTON, Dec. 23, 2010 /
    — The Association of Flight Attendants-CWA (AFA), the world’s largest Flight Attendant union, reminds the traveling public of the heroic acts of Flight Attendants to thwart the terror attempt during the final approach of Delta flight 253 into Detroit on December 25, 2009. Flight Attendants are always vigilant and focused on their work as the last line of defense as well as their responsibilities as first responders. The traveling public can fly with confidence in the care of the nation’s Flight Attendants.

    “As the last line of defense, professional Flight Attendants are a vital link in the chain of commercial aviation security,” said AFA International President-Elect Veda Shook. “We are an integral part of a crew that works in concert for the security of each flight. In working to defend the best interests of professional Flight Attendants, AFA is in turn defending the best interests of the flying public and our national security.”

    One year ago on Christmas Day, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab attempted to take down Delta flight 253 by detonating an explosive. Swift action by the crew stopped the potentially tragic events and saved the lives of everyone on board. The professional Flight Attendants quickly took control of the situation, successfully averting a possible tragedy. Two Flight Attendants, with the assistance of one passenger, extinguished the fire, stripped and searched the offender and ultimately restrained him. In the midst of the chaos, the rest of the Flight Attendant crew acted to maintain control of the cabin and ensure the well-being of all passengers.

    The flight deck remained locked down as Flight Attendants assumed their role as first responders and maintained their role as the last line of defense by taking any and all measures to protect the integrity of the flight deck. Relying on communication with the pilots, their training and on personal judgment, they implemented the appropriate response to the security threat.

    Trained and certified in passenger safety, the nation’s Flight Attendants will not only usher millions of passengers to friends and family over the holidays, but also stand alert and ready to respond to any potential threats in the aircraft cabin.

    To include the featured image in your Twitter Card, please tap or click their icon a second time.
  • |

    Boeing Names 3 to Business Development Leadership Positions

    ST. LOUIS, Jan. 24, 2011 — Boeing [NYSE: BA] today announced that it has named three Business Development leaders to new positions within its Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business unit:

    • Tom Bell, vice president of Strategic Development for BDS
    • Bill Bonadio, vice president of Business Development for Network and Space Systems (N&SS)
    • Jeff Kohler, vice president of Business Development for Boeing Military Aircraft (BMA).

    Previously, Bonadio was vice president of Strategic Development for BDS, Bell served as vice president of Business Development for Boeing Military Aircraft, and Kohler was vice president of BDS International Market Strategy.

    All three remain based in Arlington, Va.

    In his new position, Bell will provide leadership on business strategy and facilitate efforts to grow both core business and adjacent markets.

    “Having considerable international, sales and strategy experience with two of our businesses, Tom is highly qualified to lead Strategic Development for BDS,” said Chris Raymond, vice president of BDS Business Development.

    Bell joined Boeing in 1988. He holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology and business from Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, and a master’s degree in business administration from the Florida Institute of Technology, with a concentration in international contracts.

    Bonadio is responsible for all aspects of strategy, sales, and customer relations for the N&SS portfolio, its divisions and programs.

    “Bill understands our customers’ perspectives and requirements, and he’ll bring that knowledge to bear within N&SS,” said Roger Krone, president of N&SS.

    Prior to joining Boeing in 2006, Bonadio was a vice president of Business Development at Danaher Corporation, and also worked in management consulting with Bain & Co. A former U.S. Navy submarine officer, Bonadio holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Bucknell University and a master’s in business administration from the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University.

    Kohler is responsible for all aspects of strategy, sales, and customer relations for the BMA portfolio, its divisions and programs.

    “Jeff brings significant international and customer experience to his new position, which will serve him and our business well as we look to increase market share internationally while continuing to grow our core business domestically,” said Chris Chadwick, president of BMA.

    Kohler joined Boeing in 2007 after a 34-year career with the U.S. Air Force. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the U.S. Air Force Academy and a master’s degree in history from the University of Indiana.

    To include the featured image in your Twitter Card, please tap or click their icon a second time.
  • |

    DR. EARL F. WEENER SWORN IN AS NTSB MEMBER

    National Transportation Safety Board
    Washington, DC 20594

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 30, 2010
    SB-10-25

    Earl F. Weener, Ph.D., took the oath of office today as a
    Member of the National Transportation Safety Board.

    Dr. Weener is a licensed pilot who has dedicated his entire
    career to the field of aviation safety. He most recently has
    been a consultant and fellow for the Flight Safety
    Foundation, where he worked to reduce accidents through
    coordinated industry programs.

    From 1984 to 1999, Dr. Weener held a series of positions
    with The Boeing Company, including three Chief Engineer
    positions, in Airworthiness, Reliability and
    Maintainability, and Safety; in System Engineering; and in
    Safety Technology Development. He also served four years as
    Boeing’s Manager of Government Affairs.

    He has served as a general aviation flight instructor and
    Part 135 pilot.

    Dr. Weener earned all three of his academic degrees in
    Aerospace Engineering at the University of Michigan – his
    bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate.

    Among his awards are a 1994 Laurel Award from Aviation Week
    and Space Technology magazine and, in 2005, the Honeywell
    Bendix Trophy for Aviation Safety.

    Dr. Weener’s term as a Member of the NTSB expires December
    31, 2015.

    To include the featured image in your Twitter Card, please tap or click their icon a second time.