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Dangerous goods
Rules about carrying dangerous goods by air are the strictest across all types of transport. These goods can react badly to conditions during a flight.
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Helicopter safety
Information to help you stay safe while flying helicopters.
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Safety initiatives
Existing threats and emerging safety themes to help aviators make better decisions and achieve safer outcomes.
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Safety messages
Safety messages are produced when it’s appropriate to provide timely information, even if an investigation is ongoing.
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Safety reports
We produce safety reports to help participants understand the risks they face.
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Sector risk profiles
Profiles for a sector include the knowledge, experience, and perceptions of the sector as well as evidential data.
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Wire safety
Wire strikes are preventable, but only with a well-planned safety programme to identify hazards and put mitigations in place.
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