Vector Technical: Knowing the hallmarks of vortex ring state This is the first in a new series called Vector Technical, which you'll be able to access in the category filter of the Vector Online landing page. Read more about 'Vector Technical: Knowing the hallmarks of vortex ring state'... Posted in Vector Technical, Rotary operations, Instruction instructors and training, Agricultural operations, Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, Preflight and postflight, Posted 2 months ago
Teaching differently A talented and passionate aviator built a life-size 737 simulator in his garage. It was used by airline pilots. Read more about 'Teaching differently'... Posted in Instruction instructors and training, Posted 3 months ago
Dawn of the Tāwhaki era Unmanned aircraft crews now have a dedicated bit of New Zealand airspace in which to test their cutting-edge aircraft. Read more about 'Dawn of the Tāwhaki era'... Posted in Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, Airspace, Aircraft owner and aircraft, Posted 4 months ago
You can always learn something, when things go wrong From the CAA’s Investigations team. Collaborate with other PCBUs at the same worksite Photo: iStock. Read more about 'You can always learn something, when things go wrong'... Posted in When things go wrong, Posted 4 months ago
An industry under pressure Keeping instructors is a major challenge for training organisations. But with good planning and the right attitude, they have a better chance. Read more about 'An industry under pressure'... Posted in Instruction instructors and training, Posted 4 months ago
Lessons learned from accidents - You can always learn something, when things go wrong From the CAA’s Investigations team. Read more about 'Lessons learned from accidents - You can always learn something, when things go wrong'... Posted in When things go wrong, Posted 4 months ago
Near collision on take-off An itinerant pilot learned the hard way that checking the AIP at an unfamiliar aerodrome could be a lifesaver. Read more about 'Near collision on take-off'... Posted in Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, When things go wrong, Aerodromes, Posted 4 months ago
MET changes In a few months, major aerodromes around the country will align their METAR and TAF reporting procedures with international standards. Read more about 'MET changes'... Posted in Weather, Aerodromes, Posted 4 months ago
What could go wrong? I learned about distraction in IMC from this. A few years ago, a Cessna I jointly owned was sold, and I bought a Cirrus G2 2004 to replace it. Read more about 'What could go wrong?'... Posted in Pilot performance flying practice and professionalism, When things go wrong, Posted 5 months ago
RACAs - New Zealand’s frontline defenders against threats to aviation How do regulated air cargo agents remain vigilant against the constantly evolving menace to New Zealand’s aviation industry? Read more about 'RACAs - New Zealand’s frontline defenders against threats to aviation'... Posted in Carriage of goods, Posted 5 months ago
