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Read our special 'online' Vector stories here. Some are unique to the website, and some have featured in print issues of Vector.

Note: This archive dates back to 2015. So, the advice in some of the earlier articles may have changed.

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Stay in control

Pilots-in-command must resist the temptation to let their aviator-passenger ‘have a crack’ at piloting because things can quickly spiral out of control. Read the articleStay in control

Deferral of defects

If you’re a certificated organisation recording and managing defects, make sure what you’re doing complies with the rules, and your own exposition. Read the articleDeferral of defects

Posted in Operators,

Posted 7 years ago

SMS for Part 135s

How do you establish and maintain a robust reporting system? How do you engage staff? Vector asked three organisations – two already SMS-certificated, and one well along the way.

Recording of maintenance

The highest priority for most engineers is the safety of the aircraft they work on. They’re fastidious and want to do the right thing by their customers.

Posted in Engineering and maintenance,

Posted 7 years ago

Taxiway signage changes

The signage at runway-holding positions is being standardised. Here’s what you need to know. Read the articleTaxiway signage changes

Posted in Aerodromes,

Posted 7 years ago

Flying around animals

There are very few places in New Zealand where you don’t need to worry about the effect of your flying on livestock. Read the articleFlying around animals

Posted in Aerodromes,

Posted 7 years ago

Going public with drones

The CAA has launched a public campaign to encourage the safe use of drones at a time when the public can’t seem to get enough of them.

Posted in CAA, Drones and model aircraft,

Posted 7 years ago

Installation of ADS-B and PBN equipment

With ADS-B becoming mandatory in controlled airspace above flight level 245, aircraft owners will need to equip their aircraft with compatible technology.

Posted in Aircraft owner and aircraft, Technology,

Posted 7 years ago

Against the clock

Rushing to get into the air is never a remedy for ‘hurry-up syndrome’ or ‘get-there-itis’. Read the articleAgainst the clock

A cool bedroom, blackout curtains, and ear plugs

Some tips to minimise fatigue. Read the articleA cool bedroom, blackout curtains, and ear plugs

Posted in Health and human factors,

Posted 7 years ago

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