Air transport has grown tremendously over the last centuary. The launch of the Jumbo jet was the game changer in commercial air transport. The industry has expanded greatly since then and today it is a multi-billion industry employing thousands of people and providing transport services to millions yearly. Despite the growth, Air transport has been faced with increasing security and safety concerns. This is evident in the large number of air crashes recorded every year as well as the bombing of commercial airliners.Inorder to ensure safe air travel, numerous organizations and institutions have come on board to develop rules, regulations and standards on safety. Regulatory framework and safety requirements have been built up over the years and are continuously been enhanced to address emerging issues as pertains air security and safety. These organizations include International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA), National Transport and Safety Board (NTSB).Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Safety is key in Avaition.The industry is built on safety. There are there layers in safety regulation in Aviation. They are International, Regional and National regulatory arrangements. International regulatory requirements are addressed by ICAO.The ICAO is an agency of the United Nations and was established in 1944 through a convention on International Civil Aviation (Lavenex 2008, 938). The organization develops standards that cover all aspects of aviation including safety. Through its Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS), it provides the foundation of all safety regulations at a global scale. It oversees the development of safety regulatory framework by Member states through Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP). In recent years, ICAO requirements have been extended to require the implementation of a formal safety management by aviation service provider organizations as well as aircraft operators (Mclay 2008). Regional regulatory arrangements is a layer that cedes National Regulatory functions to supra-national agencies.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- AVIATION SAFETY
- REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
- International Regulatory Requirements
- Regional Regulatory Arrangements
- National Regulatory Requirements
- TECHNOLOGY
- CONTINGENCY PLAN
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text explores the critical aspects of aviation safety and security, delving into the regulatory frameworks, technological advancements, and human factors that contribute to safe air travel. The text aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted nature of aviation safety, highlighting the importance of international, regional, and national regulations in ensuring safe air travel.
- Regulatory Frameworks for Aviation Safety and Security
- The Role of Human Factors in Aviation Accidents
- Technological Advancements and Their Impact on Aviation Safety
- Contingency Planning and Accident Investigation in Aviation
- The Importance of Multi-layered Security Measures in Aviation
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The text begins by discussing the regulatory frameworks that govern aviation safety, exploring the roles of international organizations like ICAO, regional bodies like EASA, and national authorities like the FAA. It emphasizes the importance of a multi-layered approach to safety regulation, encompassing international, regional, and national levels.
The discussion then shifts to the crucial aspect of aviation security, focusing on the response to the September 11th attacks and the subsequent implementation of multi-layered security measures in the US and Canada. The text highlights the importance of robust security protocols and the role of agencies like the NTSB and CAA in ensuring aviation security.
Finally, the text delves into the human factor, a critical element in aviation safety. It examines various theories that attempt to explain the causes of air crashes, highlighting the significant role of human error in many accidents. The near-crash of China Airlines Flight 006 serves as a case study to illustrate the complex interplay of human factors, environmental conditions, and technological limitations in contributing to aviation incidents. The text concludes by emphasizing the importance of thorough accident investigations and the continuous effort to improve pilot training and mitigate human error in aviation.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This text explores key concepts in aviation safety, including regulatory frameworks, human factors, accident causation models, multi-layered security measures, aviation security, and accident investigation. It emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and collaboration in developing and implementing effective safety and security standards to ensure safe and secure air travel.
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- Doctor Alfhonce Michael (Author), 2015, Aviation safety. Regulatory framework, technology, contingency plan, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/373291
