Flight Safety Information May 29, 2018 - No. 108 In This Issue Incident: Sunday B752 at Antalya on May 26th 2018, burst two right main tyres on landing Accident: UTAir B735 at Magnitogorsk and Moscow on May 28th 2018, left inboard main wheel separated Incident: Jazz DH8D near Montreal on May 19th 2018, engine shut down in flight Incident: Jazz CRJ9 near Vancouver on May 18th 2018, multiple system warnings Cessna 421 Golden Eagle Fatal Accident (Guatemala) LIBIK Fire Suppression Kits for the Cabin and Flight Deck. Industry meets to review European flight time and fatigue rules Lufthansa Extends Airbus A320 Order to 122 neo and 273 ceo Aircraft AirBaltic buys up to 60 more CS300s Early Registration and Student Grant Deadline - CHC Safety & Quality Summit 2018 2018 SERC of ISASI HIGH ALTITUDE FLYING: WHAT EVERY PILOT NEEDS TO KNOW - New Online Course - Fall 2018 Flight Safety Officer Course from SCSI World Class Safety Management Systems from SCSI Position Available:...Manager of Fleet Planning Call for Nominations For 2018 Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY RESEARCH SURVEY Incident: Sunday B752 at Antalya on May 26th 2018, burst two right main tyres on landing A Sunday Airlines Boeing 757-200 on behalf of SCAT Airlines, registration UP-B5702 performing flight DV-471 from Astana (Kazakhstan) to Antalya (Turkey), burst both forward right main gear tyres (4 wheel bogey) on landing in Antalya, managed to vacate the runway and was disabled on the adjacent taxiway. The aircraft remained on the ground for 43 hours, then departed for the return to Astana. https://avherald.com/h?article=4b92a7ae&opt=0 Back to Top Accident: UTAir B735 at Magnitogorsk and Moscow on May 28th 2018, left inboard main wheel separated on departure A UTAir Boeing 737-500, registration VQ-BJU performing flight UT-362 from Magnitogorsk to Moscow Vnukovo (Russia) with 96 passengers and 5 crew, departed Magnitogorsk's runway 19 and landed on Moscow Vnukovo's runway 06 about 2 hours later completing what appeared to be an uneventful flight. A post flight inspection revealed the inboard wheel on the the left main gear was missing due to a fractured wheel axle. It was subsequently determined the aircraft left the wheel behind on departure from Magnitogorsk. https://avherald.com/h?article=4b92a56d&opt=0 Back to Top Incident: Jazz DH8D near Montreal on May 19th 2018, engine shut down in flight A Jazz de Havilland Dash 8-400, registration C-GJZH performing flight QK-8917 from Quebec,QC to Toronto,ON (Canada) with 78 passengers and 4 crew, was enroute at FL240 about 50nm northwest of Montreal,QC (Canada) when the right hand propeller oversped prompting the crew to shut the right hand engine down according to the related checklists. The aircraft diverted to Montreal for a safe landing about 22 minutes later. https://flightaware.com/live/flight/JZA8917/history/20180519/1626Z/CYQB/CYYZ https://avherald.com/h?article=4b929f42&opt=0 Back to Top Incident: Jazz CRJ9 near Vancouver on May 18th 2018, multiple system warnings A Jazz Canadair CRJ-705, registration C-FCJZ performing flight QK-8041 from Chicago O'Hare,IL to Vancouver,BC (Canada) with 75 passengers and 4 crew, was enroute at FL380 about 100nm east of Vancouver when the crew received "Rudder Limit Fault", "Stall Fail", "Mach Trim Caution" and "EFIS Comp Mon" messages. The crew declared emergency and continued to Vancouver for a safe landing on runway 26R (active runway 08L) about 25 minutes later. The Canadian TSB reported maintenance performed troubleshooting. While troubleshooting the right hand cabin pressure controller failed and was replaced. The right hand (#3) air data computer was replaced. The P3 drain tube was found 2/3 full with water, the water was drained and a leak test performed. The #2 air data computer showed fault messages and was replaced as well. The rudder travel limit was checked and found serviceable, all further messages cleared. https://flightaware.com/live/flight/JZA8041/history/20180518/2120Z/KORD/CYVR https://avherald.com/h?article=4b92a0af&opt=0 Back to Top Cessna 421 Golden Eagle Fatal Accident (Guatemala) Date: 27-MAY-2018 Time: Type: Cessna 421 Golden Eagle Owner/operator: Private Registration: false reg C/n / msn: Fatalities: Fatalities: 2 / Occupants: 2 Other fatalities: 0 Airplane damage: Written off (damaged beyond repair) Location: Genua Costa Cuca, Quetzaltenango - Guatemala Phase: En route Nature: Illegal Flight Departure airport: La Aurora International Airport Destination airport: Petén Narrative: The light plane crashed under unknown circumstances. Both occupants died in the crash. According to initial information, registration N113FT is false. According to the FAA register, N113FT is used by a Piper PA-46-500TP. Photos of the accident clearly show a different model. It is therefore to be assumed that the pilots performed an illegal flight. The deceased were Mexican nationals. Accident photo shows a Continental O-520 piston engine. It means that the crashed aircraft is the Cessna 421. https://aviation-safety.net/wikibase/wiki.php?id=211547 Back to Top Back to Top Industry meets to review European flight time and fatigue rules Some 180 aviation industry representatives participated in a workshop on flight time limitation (FTL) rules and fatigue risk management (FRM), giving their views on European rules which have been in force for more than two years. The event, held May 24, was organized by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and was the third to be held. European crew members, airlines and authorities gave feedback and insights on the implementation of the rules and into how authorities oversee the region's airlines' FTL schemes. EASA flight standards director Jesper Rasmussen said, "In the past, flight time rules have often created tension, between employers and employees and between airlines and authorities. "Europe's flight time rules are science- and performance-based and call for a change of mentality. Those rules also call for closer and enhanced safety partnership between regulators, airlines and their crews. EASA's role is to put safety first and to support our industry in managing fatigue responsibly." EASA said it would continue to support implementation of FTL rules and had established a dedicated FTL/FRM expert group of national authority inspectors that will further share good practices and promote a common understanding of the European FTL/FRM framework. In addition, EASA will continue to focus on FTL related issues during its standardization activities of EU Member States, the agency said. The workshop touched on issues including ensuring safe and efficient crew planning, individual FTL schemes and how they work in practice, the process involved in approving a deviation from the FTL scheme as well as fatigue risk management schemes and best practices regarding fatigue training for air crew and airlines. http://atwonline.com/safety/industry-meets-review-european-flight-time-and-fatigue-rules Back to Top Lufthansa Extends Airbus A320 Order to 122 neo and 273 ceo Aircraft A Lufthansa A320neo in Frankfurt (Photo: AirlineGeeks | Pablo Diaz) Lufthansa Group has firmed up a previous option for six further Airbus A320neo aircraft, following a decision by the company's supervisory board at the beginning of May. In addition, the airline signed an order for three more A320ceo, bringing the Group's A320ceo orders to 273. With a total of 395 A320 Family aircraft on order, the Lufthansa Group is also Airbus' biggest A320 operator with nearly 400 A320 Family aircraft in service. "We are delighted to see this additional order from our biggest A320 operator Lufthansa Group", says Eric Schulz, Airbus Chief Commercial Officer. "Benefitting from the Airbus commonality and the A320 Family's efficiency and environmental credentials such as reduced noise, lower fuel-burn and emissions, we are pleased the airline has decided to come back for more", he concluded. The aircraft is 15 percent more fuel efficient than current comparable models. It also shows impressive figures in terms of noise reduction: the 85-decibel maximum noise-level contour of a starting A320neo is around 50 percent lower than that of the current A320. In accordance with certification standards, the cumulative noise emissions are about 29.8 dB below the applicable ICAO limits, which represents a significant advance in terms of noise and emissions reduction compared to the current fleet. Introduced in January 2016, Lufthansa is the first operator of the A320neo and Lufthansa Group has ordered a total of 122 neo aircraft, 45 of them being the larger A321neo variant. These new aircraft are intended for Lufthansa and Swiss. This order alone represents an investment of 13.3 billion US dollars according to list prices. The Lufthansa Group fleet is currently undergoing a fundamental renewal. The Group's order shows a total of 251 brand-new aircraft at a list price value of about 40 billion euros to date. These are to be delivered by 2025. https://airlinegeeks.com/2018/05/28/lufthansa-extends-airbus-a320-order-to-122neo-and-273ceo- aircraft/ Back to Top AirBaltic buys up to 60 more CS300s From left, airBaltic CEO Martin Gauss, Republic of Latvia Transport Minister Uldis Augulis and Bombardier Commercial Aircraft president. Latvian national carrier airBaltic has placed a large follow-up order for the Bombardier CS300 as part of its new business plan to streamline its fleet to one aircraft type and expand its network. The airline announced a firm commitment May 28 for 30 additional aircraft plus options and purchase rights for a further 30. The aircraft from this order will start to be delivered from the fourth quarter of 2019, according to Bombardier. AirBaltic was the launch operator of the CS300. The airline has taken eight aircraft so far and has 12 more to be delivered between now and the end of 2019. Management under CEO Martin Gauss has been conducting a strategy review for some time and identified several options. The most ambitious project was to add Tallinn, Estonia and Vilnius, Lithuania as new bases. "We are now commencing the implementation of the next phase of our business strategy, Destination 2025, which foresees airBaltic expanding the map of our operations," Gauss said. "A critical part of this new strategy is the introduction of a larger and exclusive fleet of all-CS300 aircraft, which are the most suitable aircraft for the markets in which we operate. A significant part of the firm order is to replace other aircraft types. AirBaltic has a fleet of 31 aircraft, among them 11 Boeing 737s and 12 Bombardier Q400s. The 737s and the Q400s will all be phased out. AirBaltic has been flying the Q400s on long routes with significant demand, such as Riga-Munich or Riga- Brussels, because it did not have enough larger aircraft available. The airline operates a relatively small hub in Riga offering connections between Europe and destinations in the Baltic region, and into Scandinavia, Eastern Europe and Russia. "2017 was the most successful year in the history of airBaltic during which the company achieved exceptional operational and financial results," Latvia Transport Minister Uldis Augulis said. Airbaltic is 80% owned by the Latvian government. Danish investor Lars Thuesen controls the remaining 20%. Talks with investors that would take over majority control of the airline have been ongoing and were expected to be concluded by this time. However, airBaltic made no mention of where the process stands when it announced the order. http://atwonline.com/aircraft-engines/airbaltic-buys-60-more-cs300s Back to Top The 14th CHC Safety & Quality Summit is just over four months away, so there is still plenty of time to register for this industry-leading safety event. However, the window for registering at the special early bird rate is quickly closing. The deadline for the discounted early bird registration rate of $1085 is May 31! To take advantage of the early bird rate, visit the Summit website (www.chcsafetyqualitysummit.com) and click "Register" before May 31. We have also extended the deadline to May 30 for students to apply to be considered for one of two grant opportunities to attend the Summit! Each of these grants will provide full entry, transportation and accommodation for the selected winning students. Applicants must be engaged in a course of study related to aviation. Interested students can submit an application here. If you have any additional questions, please contact the Summit organizing team at summit@chcheli.com Thank you, CHC Summit Team Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top Back to Top Position Available: Manager of Fleet Planning What does a Manager of Fleet Planning do for Allegiant? Perform various duties in support of the Fleet Planning Department's activities including aircraft financial analysis, contract management, supply chain management, and negotiation of aircraft-related acquisition and sale activities. Assist the Vice President, Fleet Planning & Corporate Finance and Director, Fleet Planning in the performance of their duties, as necessary. What are some of the daily duties of a Manager of Fleet Planning? * Oversee commercial aspects of the company's engine, aircraft heavy maintenance, and aircraft retirement programs * Program management, forecasting and budgeting of Allegiant's heavy maintenance programs * Perform and assemble analysis of new and/or supplemental aircraft types * Coordination with materials, maintenance, and engineering groups regarding work scope management, optimizing for both performance and cost * Assist in the identification, negotiation and purchase of targeted aircraft * Assist in the disposal of aircraft and aircraft-related assets * Perform lease vs. buy, valuation and other aircraft related analysis * Perform post-purchase and post-lease contract management activities (reimbursements, owner/seller notifications, coordination of financial details with accounting, etc.) * Oversight of major consignment agreements for aircraft and engine related parts * Organize and manage all aircraft related documentation (sales/purchase agreements, leases, etc.) * Negotiate and resolve contractual and/or technical issues, as required * Administration of Allegiant's asset management subsidiary, often covering third party leases * Coordinate fleet planning activities with other departments internally * Other duties as assigned What are the minimum requirements to be a Manager of Fleet Planning? * Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred * Must pass a ten (10) year background check and five (5) year pre-employment drug screen What other skills, knowledge, and qualifications are needed to be a Manager of Fleet Planning? * Prefer minimum two (2) years experience in a related activity, preferably in an aircraft/airline environment * Strong intellect and analytical aptitude required, along with ability to manage multiple and varied activities. Good negotiation skills essential in order to appropriately advance the company's agenda in asset acquisitions and sales, as well as to successfully resolve commercial and/or technical disputes. Excellent oral and written communication skills and better than average people skills required to effectively manage large, multi-party, internal and external projects. Strong attention to detail required to manage all aspects of the position. Must embrace hard work and be comfortable with a fast paced, quickly changing work environment. Proficiency required in all MS Office products What are the physical requirements of Manager of Fleet Planning ? 10% of travel required Allegiant is an equal opportunity employer and will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or Team Members with respect to any terms or conditions of employment based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, military service status, protected veterans, union/non-union activity, citizenship status, or other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance. APPLY HERE Back to Top FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 25, 2018 CONTACT: Philip Barbour, 205-939-1700, 205-617-9007 Call for Nominations For 2018 Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- The Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2018 Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award, honoring a leader in global aviation safety. The award will be presented during the 71st Annual International Air Safety Summit, taking place Nov. 12-15 in Seattle, Wash. Presented since 1956, the Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award recognizes notable achievement in the field of civil or military aviation safety in method, design, invention, study or other improvement. The award's recipient is selected for a "significant individual or group effort contributing to improving aviation safety, with emphasis on original contributions," and a "significant individual or group effort performed above and beyond normal responsibilities." Mechanics, engineers and others outside of top administrative or research positions should be especially considered. The contribution need not be recent, especially if the nominee has not received adequate recognition. Nominations that were not selected as past winners of the Award can be submitted one additional time for consideration. Please note that self-nominations will not be considered. The Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award's story dates back 70 years. On April 14, 1945, after visiting family in Pittsburgh, Laura Taber Barbour was aboard a Pennsylvania Central Airlines DC-3 when it crashed into the rugged terrain of Cheat Mountain near Morgantown, West Virginia. All passengers and crew were killed. In the years following, her husband, Dr. Clifford E. Barbour and son, Clifford E. Barbour, Jr., established the Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award in her honor. The Award Board, composed of leaders in the field of aviation, meets in June of each year to conduct a final review of nominees and selection of the current year's recipient. Please help us honor this year's most deserving recipient. Nominations, including a 1-2-page narrative, can be submitted via the Laura Taber Barbour Foundation website at http://ltbaward.org/the- award/nomination-form/. Nominations will be accepted until June 14, 2018. For more information, including a complete history of Award recipients, see www.ltbaward.org. ABOUT THE LAURA TABER BARBOUR AIR SAFETY AWARD: The Award was established in 1956 through early association with the Flight Safety Foundation and from its founding has enjoyed a rich history of Award Board members, nominees and Award recipients. In 2013, the Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Foundation was formed from members of the Award Board, the aviation community and the Barbour family. As the foundation plans to broaden the scope of its intent, with great purpose, the Laura Taber Barbour Air Safety Award will continue to spotlight those champions who pioneer breakthroughs in flight safety. Back to Top GRADUATE RESEARCH SURVEY Dear fellow professional pilots, As part of my Masters Degree in Aviation Management, I am conducting a survey on 'Operator Conversion Courses' (A Course taken by pilots in a new airline when moving from one airline to another but remaining on the same aircraft type) May I ask that commercial pilots amongst you take just 5 minutes to answer this short survey; it is only 10 questions. I would also ask that you pass on the link to as many of your professional pilot colleagues around the world who might also be able to provide valuable data to the survey. The survey is open until the 15th June 2016 and all data is de-identied and shall only be used for the purposes of this paper. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VJFHRSK If you have any questions, please feel free to email me on guy.farnfield.1@city.ac.uk Thank you Guy Farnfield Back to Top RESEARCH SURVEY Colleagues: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, University of Oklahoma, and Wichita State University, under the auspices of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Center of Excellence for Technical Training and Human Performance (COE TTHP), are requesting responses to a brief survey of experts in all areas of aviation. Our goal is to identify and understand shortcomings in current training and delivery mechanisms. Your input is very much appreciated. Please click on the link below to complete the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CFA_22 Mark A. Friend, Ed.D., CSP Professor in the College of Aviation School of Graduate Studies Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Curt Lewis