For most people, challenging authority of any kind is usually stressful and makes one question whether they should be doing so, or not. Although, in different situations and contexts, we’ve all been d...

I've always liked learning new things and teaching others. I've had the opportunity to teach in aviation and in other fields. It's such a joy to positively impact another person's life and make it bet...

Bret and I had the chance to catch up a couple of months ago with a friend we’ve worked with in the past. We know the team, we know the operation, so it was nice to hear what’s been happening on their...

I’m not entirely sure when this thought first crossed my mind—but I know what triggered it.

Recently, I came across a number of inconsistencies from at least three different Civil Aviation Authoritie...

This month, I’d like to reflect on leadership and management, two elements that play a fundamental role in every industry, and particularly in aviation. 

I want to give credit to Derek Sivers, author...

I recently read a post in which the author focused on whether it’s legal, or appropriate, for EASA category C licence holders to sign releases for return to service for aircraft on which they performe...

I came across a post on LinkedIn where it was noted that some executives and postholders of an airline had been fined by their Civil Aviation Authority for non-compliances. The post didn’t specify wha...

I came across this post during the holidays and thought I’d share it with you. The purpose of our articles has always been to invite reflection and offer our point of view, and perhaps this one will r...

This month, I’d like to share some observations and explanations based on the results of a LinkedIn poll we recently conducted. 

The question was: Who is the “installer” of an aircraft modification?
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I’d like to continue sharing a few thoughts on Safety. I promise—next month I’ll switch topics, especially considering the feedback we received from last month’s survey (thank you again for participat...

Since I started expanding my connections on social media, I’ve come across numerous professionals working in Safety Management. Seeing different posts and opinions, as usual, sparked some reflections ...

It’s interesting how different people react when having to deal with Civil Aviation Safety Inspectors (CASI). Over the years I’ve seen many different reactions, under many different circumstances.

Th...