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Issue Number 250 |
April
2000
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P.O. Box 189, Moffett Field, CA 94035-0189 |
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![]() The ASRS study revealed that
passenger misconduct causes significant problems to flight deck crews
as well as cabin attendants. A "snapshot" of the study data
is revealing:
The following study report illustrates all of these factors:
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In this instance, the Captains decision not to intervene until after the aircraft had landed may have been due to company policy, or reluctance to lose the services of a cockpit crew member during the crucial approach and landing phases. |
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Our reporter came up with a creative and creature-friendly solution that other pilots in similar circumstances may want to consider. Cowling covers that restrict access to the engine compartment are another possibility. |
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The FAA has made runway incursions a top safety priority through its Runway Incursion Reduction Program (RIRP), which now has its own Internet web site at http://www.faa.gov/faa_office/rirp/. As part of this effort, it is evaluating technology options that show promise for helping to increase the safety of aircraft and vehicle movement on the airport surface. A General Aviation pilot involved in a runway incursion recently submitted a suggestion to ASRS for a taxi "trainer":
The idea of a taxi trainer suggests other possibilities: a taxi "simulator," interactive computer-based training aids, and training videotapes. As part of its Back to Basics series, for example, the FAA has made a 25-minute videotape, "Aircraft Surface Movement," which describes the appearance and purpose of newly standardized signs at large airports. The simplest solution of all: pilots new to controlled airports should request progressive taxi instructions on the first contact with ATC after landing, and before taxi-out. Telling ATC, "Were strangers here," can open the door to helpful service and avoid a runway incursion incident. |
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Air
Carrier/Air Taxi Pilots
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2,195
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General
Aviation Pilots
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575
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Controllers
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77
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Cabin/Mechanics/Military/Other
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180
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TOTAL
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3,027
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